Hello! My name is Avery Vance. I grew up in Saint Louis, Missouri, but now I go to school one state over at the University of Kansas. I am in my third year of college, and I study human biology and Spanish. After I graduate, I want to continue learning in order to become a doctor. When I’m not studying, I love exploring outside and being active, especially through running and playing sports. I ran my first marathon last spring and love being involved with the running club at my university! I also enjoy experimenting with new recipes and sharing my cooking with my friends. This semester, I will be studying abroad in San Jose, Costa Rica!
I am looking forward to seeing lots of amazing nature, especially interesting animals like sloths and monkeys. I will also have lots of time to practice speaking Spanish so that I can improve my communication skills in another language. I’m excited to meet new people, eat a lot of Costa Rican food, and experience being a student in a different country! I can’t wait to share my experiences and hope you enjoy learning alongside me!
Want to know more about how you can study or intern abroad when you are a college student? The Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program is a program of the U.S. Department of State with funding provided by the U.S. Government and supported in its implementation by the Institute of International Education (IIE). Learn more about the scholarship by visiting www.gilmanscholarship.org.
