Have a question about the study abroad student experience? Contact one of our student ambassadors! They are a great resource to get a student’s perspective of what it’s like to go abroad. Contact the ambassadors collectively by emailing cea_ambassador@rochester.edu. Or, you can contact one of the ambassadors directly through their profiles below.
Interested in becoming an ambassador yourself? Email abroad@rochester.edu to learn more or apply.
Kristen is a third-year English and Business major. She went abroad during the summer of 2024 on a faculty-led program to Rennes, France. While abroad, she found that she was capable of understanding more French than she ever thought was possible. She wants to be able to share her amazing experiences in France and guide other students to have a life-changing adventure abroad.
Reach out to Kristen at kcaruso_work@ur.rochester.edu.
Pauline is a Take 5 Scholar studying language development. She graduated with a degree in political science in May 2026. In Fall 2025, she studied abroad at University College London (UCL) through the IES Abroad Direct Enrollment program. While abroad, Pauline developed a passion for exploring new places and learning about different cultures through solo traveling. She hopes to help other students discover all that the world has to offer by encouraging them to embrace the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to study abroad!
Reach out to Pauline at pgordula_work@ur.rochester.edu.
Anwita is a fourth-year biomedical engineering major. She went abroad to the University of Sydney in Sydney, Australia, during the Fall 2025 semester. While abroad, she became comfortable with the idea of talking to new people and trying out new adventures(even if she was scared). She wants to help ease any fears or doubts that students have about studying abroad, as it can be such a rewarding and unforgettable experience.
Reach out to Anwita at akasar_work@ur.rochester.edu.
Yu-Tang is a fourth-year brain and cognitive sciences and data science major. She studied abroad at DIS Copenhagen in Denmark during Fall 2025. Through studying abroad, Yu-Tang connected with local communities, traveled to new places, and explored a variety of academic fields and career paths. She would love to share her experiences and help other students discover the personal, cultural, and academic opportunities that studying abroad can offer.
Reach out to Yu-Tang at ywang434@u.rochester.edu.
Contact our student ambassador team
Email: cea_ambassador@rochester.edu
Become a student ambassador
Email: abroad@rochester.edu
Have questions?
If you want to chat with a student who has gone on a program that our ambassadors haven’t experienced, contact our office. We’ll help you connect with another student. You can also schedule an appointment with one of our advisors to help you find the right program for you.