Delanie Wright is a senior in the Jackson School of International Studies pursuing the International Political Economy and Environmental tracks. “This academic path has allowed me to pursue studies regarding developing and developed countries pertaining to their economic and political structures,” Delanie explains. In the latter half of her studies she has gained an understanding

Jasmine Dohemann is a senior in the Jackson School of International Studies, and is pursuing the Foreign Policy, Diplomacy, Security, and Peace track. Born in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and raised in San Ramon, California, Jasmine has traditionally been interested in Asian history, within the context of greater interconnection in global affairs. Through her Jackson School

Saranda is a second-year law student at the UW School of Law and a FLAS Fellow with the Center for European Studies. Through the FLAS program, Saranda is studying the Portuguese language and West European law to prepare for a career in international environmental law. Saranda’s interest in languages stems from her time living in Buenos

Amira Mattar is a second-year law student. She is a first generation Arab-American born and raised in Seattle, Washington. Amira was inspired to study law after her frequent visits to the West Bank throughout her life. Following the completion of her degree, she intends to use her legal knowledge to advocate and uplift her communities-

Gisella Logioia is a junior in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Washington majoring in Medical Anthropology and Global Health. In her free time Gisella enjoys doing yoga, cooking, and painting with friends. She has always loved traveling and exploring the world, from road trips in neighboring states to international adventures

Nina Boe is a second year Masters in Public Administration candidate at the Evans School of Public Policy & Governance at the University of Washington. At the Evans School she focuses her studies on leadership and international development. Nina has an undergraduate degree in Eastern European Studies, and is currently a CES FLAS recipient for

Oleksandra Makushenko is a senior pursuing a double major in international studies and communications. In her free time she enjoys traveling, volunteering, yoga, and eating Dim Sum for breakfast. Oleksandra was born and raised in Ukraine and since being at UW has worked with Associate Professor Scott Radnitz on research focused on conspiracies in Eastern Europe

Jacob Delbridge is a second-year graduate student at the University of Washington, pursuing a Masters in Public Health with a focus in health systems and policy. In 2016, Jacob was awarded a Fellowship from the UW Tobacco Studies Program to conduct research and work in the field of tobacco prevention and control. In addition to

Calli Plenert is a senior in the Jackson School for International Studies and is pursuing the International Communication Track. She also has a double minor in European Studies and Spanish. For the past 6 months Calli has been studying Spanish language and culture in Granada, Spain. While abroad, she lived with 16 other students from

Juan Gonzalez is a graduating senior in the Jackson School of International Studies. He is graduating with a degree in International Studies and a minor in European Studies. Originally from El Salvador, Juan has lived in Seattle for the past 9 years. His passion for Europe and world affairs was sparked by his fond appreciation of