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  • Beth Smothers

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    Beth Smothers

    Start Date June 2025 Interests Mom of two • Chaos organizer • Avid audiobooker • Nap appreciator • Pun enthusiast “I went into Higher Education because my own college experience was so meaningful—but studying abroad was the biggest thing I missed out on. That’s why it matters so much to me to help others find…

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  • Alicia Carter

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    Alicia Carter

    Start Date December 2024 Interests Hiker • Film & Photo • Language Learner • Volleyball • Dog Lover “Studying abroad through IFSA set me on a path to redefine ‘home.’ To me, home is not a single, physical space or a set routine, but the creation of strong relationships and a true sense of belonging.…

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  • Hannah Legatzke, Ph.D.

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    Hannah Legatzke, Ph.D.

    Start Date November 2024 Interests Nature Enthusiast • Running • Reading Historical Fiction • Amateur Birder • Salsa Dancing “Through studying and living abroad, I have been able to forge new friendships, expand my worldview, and grow both personally and professionally. I am a strong advocate for intercultural learning and excited to share the opportunities…

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  • Kate Vanderspool

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    Kate Vanderspool

    Start Date August 2024 Interests Music Lover • Reality TV Watcher • Adventurous Eater “Studying abroad was one of my best decisions in college. It gave me the opportunity to experience so many new places and cultures and really helped me grow as an individual.” Education Kate is a senior at Michigan State University studying…

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  • Lenka Wieluns, Ph.D.

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    Lenka Wieluns, Ph.D.

    Start Date September 2021 Interests Long Walks • Adventuring • Uninterrupted Reading • Family and Motherhood “Having lived abroad since my teenage years, study abroad is in my DNA. I have come to realize that international education can be a powerful accelerator for dealing with the big things in life, would it be facing the…

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  • Kim Hornby

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    Kim Hornby

    Start Date October 2021 Interests Wannabe Gardener • Nature • Family • Exercise • Historical Fiction “Excited to be here to help facilitate and promote all the amazing programs IFSA provides worldwide.” Education Kim earned a master’s degree in marketing from Sacred Heart University and a bachelor’s degree in marketing and psychology from Hofstra University.…

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  • John Kusovski

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    John Kusovski

    Start Date August 2022 Interests Gardener • Traveler • Coder • Photographer • Amateur Chef “My experiences abroad, combined with my career as a digital communications professional, have led me to believe technology cannot replicate the meaningful, real-world discoveries and connections people can make if they choose to travel, work, or study outside their home…

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