“What made my study abroad memorabl
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Lessons from a Fulbright student's journey
Selina Vickery '20, a fourth-year medical student at The Ohio State University College of Medicine, was the recipient of a Fulbright-Queen Mary, University of London Award graduate scholarship in 2023-2024 during which she pursued a master’s in global public health and policy at Queen Mary University of London via US-UK Fulbright Commission.
Buckeyes Abroad: Dianna Désir
“Understanding aviation concepts in a different setting truly opened my eyes to the beauty and uniqueness of the world. I saw how the landscape and climate influence operations, as well as the impact of governmental and military influences,” reflected Dianna Désir, an aviation major in the College of Engineering. “The exposure to Brazilian culture allowed me to find both similarities and differences that kept me eager to discover more.”
Buckeyes Abroad: Lindsey Tima
“Studying abroad has always been an important goal of mine. I think that studying abroad is one of the best ways to learn and grow. Immersing yourself in another culture from an education standpoint allows you to gain perspective of your place in the world and grow to be open to new experiences,” reflected Lindsey Tima, an aviation major in the College of Engineering. “Going to Brazil was everything I dreamed it would be and more!
International Buckeye designing her future at Ohio State
For Saira Ramanna, an international student studying interior design at The Ohio State University, finding a welcoming and supportive global community was one of the biggest factors in choosing where to study.
Buckeyes Abroad: Megan Garrison
“What made my study abroad experience with Ohio State’s College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences Scotland’s Ruminants program truly memorable was the opportunity to explore Scotland through an agricultural lens. Getting to visit farms and research facilities allowed me to connect classroom knowledge with real-world practices in a completely different environment.
Buckeyes Abroad: Olivia Hillman
“My study abroad experience with Ohio State's College of Food, Agriculture, and Environmental Sciences Scotland's Ruminants program was truly unforgettable. The program combined my passion for animal sciences with a hands-on dive into Scotland's agriculture.