People Type: Newman

I am a junior majoring in International Studies and Economics with a certificate in Educational Policy Studies. I graduated from Duke School in Durham, NC in 2011 and Carrboro High School in 2015. While in high school I was extremely fortunate to have Matt Cone as my World History teacher in my freshman year. He …

My name is Kamika Patel, and I am a rising senior, majoring in International Studies and Communication Arts with certificates in Educational Policy and Business Fundamentals. While growing up as a second-generation Indian-American in different urban and suburban environments, I have been exposed to and formed relationships with people from various cultures and backgrounds throughout …

My name is Katie Pratt and I am pursuing a dual degree in International Studies and Dance. Reflecting on my current coursework in the International Studies major, I realize how profoundly it has shaped my understanding of the complexities of migration. The program has provided me with a multifaceted education through diverse perspectives and cultural …

My name is Samara Rezwan, and I am a junior majoring in International Studies on the Political Economy and Policy track, with a certificate in Health Policy. My academic interests focus on development, health, law, and policy, and I plan to pursue a career as an attorney. I am particularly interested in development work in …

My name is Sofia Rodriguez and I will be a senior this upcoming Fall 2021. I am originally from the Twin Cities area and graduated from Wayzata High School in 2018. I am majoring in Political Science and International Studies with a focus on global security, as well as pursuing a certificate in Gender and …

My name is Margaret (Maggie) Rowe and I am a junior majoring in International Studies. My interest in international relations and global development began in high school when I became the first ever student to graduate from Oshkosh West High School from the Global Scholar Program with a Global Achievement Education Certificate. Through this program …

My name is Claudia Schwiesow, and I am a Junior studying International Studies and Latin American, Caribbean & Iberian Studies (LACIS). This past summer I had the opportunity to volunteer with the Immigrant Justice Clinic, affirming my interest in advocating for human rights. I am currently pursuing an internship with a non-profit out of Washington …

My name is Kisa Sow and I am a second-year student double majoring in Journalism (with a focus on Strategic Communication) and International Studies (with a focus on Politics and Policy in the Global Economy). In 2012, I moved to the Washington, DC area from Mali, my father’s native country. My time in Mali as …

My name is Sarah Sprinkman and I am a rising junior majoring in International Studies and Spanish with a concentration in Politics and Policy in the Global Economy.  My interest in International Studies began in high school, where I had the opportunity to participate in the Global Scholars Program. Through this program, I learned about …