Hi! My name is Ivan, and I am a college student from Chicago, Illinois. I am studying International Business at Loyola University Chicago, and this fall, I will be studying at the Paris School of Business in France.
I was born in Salt Lake City, Utah, and grew up in both the United States and Mexico. Living in different places taught me that there are many ways to see the world, and I love learning about what makes each place unique.
I enjoy sports, exploring new places, trying different foods, and meeting people from all over. I am especially excited about this journey because France will be a completely new experience for me. I have traveled between the United States and Mexico, but this will be my first time living and studying in Europe!
During my journey, I hope to share both the exciting and ordinary parts of life in Paris. We will explore famous places, learn about French culture, try new foods, and discover what it is really like to be a student in another country.
I am excited to have you join me. I hope we can learn something new together!
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.
