Study Abroad

I have a deep commitment to study abroad programs having been the beneficiary of such an important experience during both my high school and university education.  I have also had the privilege to be the director of the UF in Rio program which continued to solidify support for study abroad.

UF in Rio is a program that serves not only UF students but students from across the country.  The student’s involvement is generally funded by the national government to aid in preparing citizens for active engagement with Brazil in their future careers.  Because of this, as the director of UF in Rio 2023 and the Co-Director in 2024, I have the opportunity to help students grow within the Lusophone world and position them to use Portuguese at the highest level in the future careers.

I hope to continue aiding the UF in Rio program by extending its reach to even more universities and to grow it past its current size.  Study abroad programs have the ability to radically improve the educational experience of our students.  This in turn, properly prepares them for a future as productive global citizens.