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  • Tania González

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    Tania González

    Start Date January 2019 Interests Cat Lover • Dancer • Loves Learning “Education is the tool to change our reality, and study abroad allows you to see and experience that other worlds are possible.” Education Tania graduated from Universidad Autónoma de Yucatán with a bachelor’s degree in social anthropology, has studied the Mayan language, and…

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  • Karolyn Gore

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    Karolyn Gore

    Start Date January 2019 Interests Toddler Mom • Foodie • Avid Reader • Board Game Player “I was 10 years old when I met someone from another country for the first time —and that sparked an obsession with learning about other cultures, languages, and countries that hasn’t gone away. While the internet is amazing at…

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  • Nicole Gowdy

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    Nicole Gowdy

    Biography Nicole Desjardins Gowdy is the Senior Director of Study Abroad at Pomona College in Claremont, California. In this role, she oversees outbound study abroad in 62 programs in 35 countries, including five programs administered by Pomona College. Approximately half of Pomona College students participate in study abroad. Nicole’s work at Pomona College is inspired…

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  • Nick J. Gozik, Ph.D.

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    Nick J. Gozik, Ph.D.

    Biography Nick J. Gozik is Dean of Global Education and Assistant Professor at Elon University. Previously, he held positions in international education at Boston College, Duke University, New York University, and the University of Richmond. He has taught at New York University, Boston College, Lesley University, and the School for International Training.  Nick has conducted research…

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  • Valeria Güémez Graniel

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    Valeria Güémez Graniel

    Start Date March 2022 Interests Dog & Cat Lover • Dystopian Novels Fan • Always Curious “I am excited and committed to support students to get the most out of their study abroad, not only academically but also as a sociocultural experience: that is, to practice systematic wonder at a new culture in which the…

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  • Tara Hall

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    Tara Hall

    Start Date November 2024 Interests Animal Lover • Anthropology Enthusiast • LGBTQ+ Rights Advocate • Nature lover “International Education offers such rich opportunities for personal growth, community building, and creating peace and understanding across the globe.” Education Tara studied sociology and anthropology at Guilford College with a focus on gender, sexuality, and Latin America. They…

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  • Thomas Hansen

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    Thomas Hansen

    Start Date December 2024 Interests Travel • Languages • Woodworking • Nutrition • Mindfulness  “Guiding students is about giving them the best possible experience while opening their eyes to the new and exciting perspectives.” Education Born in Denmark and raised in Australia, Tom graduated from Macquarie University with a master’s in applied anthropology. Having spent…

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  • Eric Harton

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    Eric Harton

    Start Date July 2017 Interests Music Lover • Traveler • Political Junkie • Avid Reader “I am honored to be part of an organization that works to support students in their journey to becoming global citizens.” Education Eric graduated from Morehouse College with a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration. He earned his CPA certification…

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  • Antoinette Hertel, Ph.D.

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    Antoinette Hertel, Ph.D.

    Start Date May 2023 Interests Catalan Language Student • Farm-to-Table Fan • Cinephile • Outdoor Enthusiast • Latin American Literature Professor “I am especially passionate about the unique opportunity for transformative global learning that study abroad offers to students. We can optimize its potential by offering students a framework within which they can critically reflect…

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