University of Redlands
The Ambassador Team is available to speak with students about specific programs and locations, personal experiences, and recommendations. If you are a current student interested in studying away, please use the ambassador contact information below to reach out. Our ambassadors cannot wait to hear from you! If you are a study away alum who is interested in becoming an ambassador, fill out the Ambassador Application or contact CASStudyAway@redlands.edu with questions.
Alison Hale '25CET Taiwan, Fall 2023
MGSA, Asian Student Association, DSP
Make the most of the opportunity to be abroad, explore the country you are in, don't fall into routines and try something new everyday!
@alisonaih
CET Taiwan, studying an East Asian country, traveling around East Asia
Ava Vestergaard '25
Salzburg Semester Fall 2023
Writer for Paradigm Magazine, Kappa Pi Zeta Sorority
Be open about your doubts or fears when it comes to studying abroad, as you'll find that ambassadors have been in similar situations and have advice!
@avavestergaard
Salzburg, settling in a new place, budgeting, group dynamics and independence.
elena_vanpelt@redlands.edu
SOAN Consuming Paris May Term 2023
"My tip to fellow students is that before you apply to a study away program, make sure the location is something that you would enjoy or be comfortable: take into account the weather, big city or not, homestay or apartment, etc."
@elenavanpelt
Gabby Freeland '25gabrielle_freeland@redlands.edu
SOAN Consuming Paris May Term 2023
Energy in Transition Salzburg May Term 204
Alpha Sigma Pi and NSLS
Pack light just in case you buty more items.
@gabby.freeland
Budgeting, packing, planning excursions
Galilea Soriano '25SOAN Consuming Paris May Term 2023
Energy in Transition Salzburg May Term 2024
Alpha Sigma Pi Sorority-Recording Secretary
Make sure to look at weather where you will be staying! Also, pack less than you think you'll need because the more room in your suitcase the better for souvenirs and other things you'll buy.
@peachygalilea
Life in Paris and how to plan for fun travel outside of your program location.
Haley Blue Carter '27Haven't gone yet
Paradigm Magazine Production Manager, Kappa Pi Zeta Sorority
If you don't wear it at home, you're not gonna wear it abroad!
@haleybluecarter
Packing and traveling alone
Naomi Kolmer '25naomi_kolmer@redlands.edu
SFS Kenya Fall 2023
Kappa Pi Zeta
Be so in the moment, because before you know it, this once in a lifetime experience will be over.
@naomi.kolmer
Studying abroad outside Europe, travel tips, clothes to bring, medications, budgeting/finances, nerves, and excitedness!
owen_arn@redlands.edu
IES European Union Fall 2023
The outdoors, backpacking, basketball
@owen.arn
rebecca_sierra@redlands.edu
CIEE Arts and Sciences Program in Seoul, Korea spring 2024
Baking, playing board games, trying new foods, spontaneous adventures, and Global Insight Fellow Member.
Take into consideration the weather of your destination when you'll be studying away and see what kind of outlets are used.
@thebagelrat
The application process for CIEE and preparing for studying away.
Tirzah Pelton '25Salzburg Semester, Fall 2023
Beta Lambda Sorority
Bring ziploc bags (or something simliar) on your trips! Super handy for wet/dirty clothes, snacks, etc.
@tpelton_
Traveling on the weekends, Salzburg budgeting, transportation, etc.
University of Wollongong Fall 2022
SOAN Consuming Paris May Term 2023
Alpha Theta Phi sorority, MGSA, Hunsaker, NSLS Redlands Chapter, First gen. study away ambassador, REACH volunteer
Apply for outside scholarships to help with funding and take weekend trips if you can, to maximize travel experiences!
@alayahtianna
Traveling on the weekends, budgeting, transportation, housing, etc.
Anastasia McBay '24
Salzburg Semester Program Fall 2022
SOAN Consuming Paris May Term 2023
Maroon and Grey Student Ambassador Secretary, Alpha Theta Phi Vice President, and Bulldog Admissions Ambassador
Apply for scholarships that are offered even if you think you wont get them! A lot of people are thinking the same thing so it is worth a shot!
@anastasiakmcbay
Weekend Trips, Packing, Transportation, and Budgeting
Christine Crowe '24
University of College Dublin, Spring 2023
Admissions Bulldog Ambassador Student Director, Legacy Student, NLSHS member
Be open to using public transportation because it is very cheap and it's a great way to meet the local people!
@christine_lauren02
Weekend traveling spots, culture adaptation, fun/easy souvenirs, etc.
Queen Mary University London Fall 2022
APO (Alpha Phi Omega) and English literature
"Check your passport expiration date months in advance before you leave!"
@em7955
Garrett Mitchell '24garrett_mitchell@redlands.edu
Salzburg Semester Spring 2023
Gateways of Business in Central Europe: Prague, Budapest, and Ljubljana May Term 2023
Policymaking in DC May Term 2024
Collect a souvenir from each place you go, and also journal a lot about your experiences!
@Gm0neylivinonaprayer
Logistics, advice about study abroad, fun places to go, souvenirs
Isabelle Goslan '24IES Barcelona Liberal Arts and Business
Delta Kappa Psi Sorority, Admission Bulldog Ambassador, Redlands International Student Association, NSLS Redlands Chapter
Pro Tip
Set goals for yourself and make sure you immerse yourself in the local culture as much as possible! It may be fun to travel and hang out with other American students, but immersing yourself in the local culture is what creates the memories you will remember forever.
@isabellegoslan
Classes, Spain, traveling on weekends, diversity resources abroad.
Waseda University 2022-2023
Alpha Phi Omega (APO), music, and travel
Stay in touch with family and friends. Make sure to keep track of important deadlines and financial transactions.
@jennifer_.177
Life in Tokyo!
IES Barcelona Liberal Arts and Business Program Fall 2022
University of Redlands Swim and Dive team, Hui Hawai'i, Maroon and Gray Student Ambassadors, Subject Tutor, enjoys going on adventures and trying new things.
Bring a good pair of durable shoes that you can walk miles and miles and miles in.
@syd.pat
Studying abroad as a student athlete, living with a host family, doing an internship while abroad, culture shock and immersing yourself in a foreign language with no experience.
Sydney Richardson '24sydney_richardson@redlands.edu
SBUG 470 Business Sustainability and Entrepreneurship in the UK and France May Term 2022
IES Abroad Nice Business, Sustainability and Immigration Program Fall 2022
Delta Sigma Pi Business Fraternity
No matter where you are studying, pack less than you think and consider versatility for all seasons. Also, invest in a solid travel backpack, it is so worth it!
@syd.j.rich
The south of France, IES partner program, packing, homestay experience, and destinations: Amsterdam, Paris, Rome, along with other areas of France.
