Study Abroad/NSE Alumni Profiles

Meet some of our alumni and contact them to learn more about their experiences!

Germany: Stuttgart Media University

Hello, my name is Dayana and I'm a Communication major with a concentration in media studies at CSUEB.  I studied in Germany for the 2022-23 academic year at Stuttgart Media University through CSU International Programs.

My favorite memories are:  Going to different cities and countries with my friends. Always admiring my friends and seeing what we been talking about actually came true. Also, having dinners in the weekend with them and catching up.

My best advice is:  Always say yes to everything because you never know what you are going to miss out and make friends, be out of your confront zone.

"Just do it because who knows how long you are coming back"

@itss_dayana_

Germany: Stuttgart Media University

Hello, my name is Anna and I'm a Communication major with a concentration in media studies at CSUEB.  I studied in Germany in Spring 2023 at Hochschule der Median (Stuttgart Media University) through CSU International Programs.

My favorite memory is: Celebrating Faschnet in Horb.  Faschnet is sort of a winter version of our Halloween. 

My best advice is: Go with an open mind, expect anything and everything to happen, meet as many people as you can, travel as much as you can and DONT OVERPACK.

“You're off to Great Places! Today is your day! Your mountain is waiting, So… get on your way!” – Dr. Seuss, Oh, The Places You'll Go!

 @anna.stuartfriedman or astuartfriedman@horizon.csueastbay.edu

Germany: Stuttgart Media University

Hello, my name is Lupe and I'm an Art (Graphic Design) major at CSUEB.  I studied in Germany in Spring 2023 at Hochschule der Median (Stuttgart Media University) through CSU International Programs.

My favorite memory is: So many memories, so little time. The new friends I’ve made with the program and in Germany are people I’m excited to revisit and catch up. Another favorite memory is school related, the design program at HdM was amazing and learned so much about package and color theory. It was such a wonderful experience. 

My best advice is:  Do It!!! This is an experience of a life time. The connections you make and the new friends you meet are something you will have for life. It’s definitely scary thinking about being on your own in a new country across the world but once you get the hang of it, you’ll be a natural.

"We can’t be late to the train!!"

Tijerina.lupe@gmail.com

Hong Kong: Chinese University of Hong Kong

Hello, my name is Cindy and I graduated from CSUEB with a major in Communication.  I studied abroad in Summer 2023 through ISEP.

My favorite memories are: My favorite study abroad memory was seeing taxi stations within shopping malls, it was extremely fancy too.

My best advice is: Be adventurous and try every possible thing.

“Traveling is the only thing you buy that makes you richer”

@cindyzhang15

Mexico: Technológico de Monterrey

Hello, my name is Terra and I graduated from CSUEB with a major in Business Administration (Human Resources) and two minors - Global Studies and Latinx Studies.  I studied in Mexico during Spring Semester 2022 through CSU International Programs.

My favorite memories are: Meeting people from around the world and making lasting connections and memories!

My best advice is: Take the leap and go! and take advantage of every opportunity while you are there! the memories you create while studying abroad will be some of the greatest!

terraavila48@gmail.com

 

Sweden: Uppsala University

Hej hej! My name is Peyton and I am a History major at CSUEB. I studied abroad in Spring Semester 2024 through CSU International Programs.
My favorite memory: A roadtrip across the Balkans followed by a backpacking trip near the Arctic circle!
My best advice is: Say yes to everything, and don't be afraid to jump into the thick of it immediately!
“It’s a magical world, Hobbes, ol’ buddy! Let’s go exploring!” – Calvin

Sweden: Uppsala University

Hej hej! My name is Megan and I graduated from CSUEB with a major in English Language Literacies and a minor in Global Studies. I studied abroad in Spring Semester 2022 through CSU International Programs.
My favorite memory: Seeing the Northern Lights from my balcony. It was so beautiful and I felt so lucky to be able to experience this. 
My best advice is: Say yes to it all. Don’t miss out on opportunities that’ll come your way, even if you think you’re not going to enjoy it. Live in the moment and take pictures so you’re able to look back on the adventures of a life time. 

UK: University of Birmingham

Hi everyone! My name is Anaiyah and I graduated from CSUEB with a B.A. in Psychology with a minor in Communication. I studied abroad in Spring Semester 2022 through CSU International Programs.
My favorite memories are: Getting the opportunity to see how colleges operate outside of the country, exploring new cities and ways of life, meeting new people, trying new foods, and allowing myself to always go outside of my comfort zone. This was such a cherished time in my life and everything that I experienced abroad, I wouldn’t change for the world.
My best advice is: This is a fresh start. Be who you want to be, create lifelong relationships, make a bucket list of the many things you want to do within your time there, stay present, and always allow yourself to be open minded to new opportunities and experiences that may come your way. You saying yes to going abroad was just the first step of saying yes to such a life changing experience.