Student Introductions

Each student would like to introduce themselves and thank the people that made their Study Abroad trip possible. Each student also picked an adjective/nickname with the same first letter as their name. First up is Alex and Kevin:

"Active" Alex

Dumela, leina lame ke Alex. I am a fourth year economics and international relations and global studies major with a focus on science technology and the environment.

Ever since I found out about the Study Abroad program in Botswana 3 years ago I have wanted to go. I knew that having the opportunity to travel and learn in Botswana would be an incredible experience. I am finally here in beautiful Botswana and I am so excited for all of the invaluable experiences, memories and friends I will gain. I know that everything I learn on this Study Abroad will provide lifelong memories. I am also hoping the work I do in Botswana will help guide me in possible future endeavors.

Thank you so much to my family, especially my parents, for making this Study Abroad dream a reality. Y’all have done so much for me and I appreciate everything. Thanks and love y’all!

"Kudu" Kevin

Hi there, my name is Kevin Strybos and I’m a geography student at the University of Texas at Austin with a focus on Geographic Information Systems (GIS). After graduation, I aim to work in regional planning utilizing the GIS and computer science skills I learned in school. I am studying in Botswana this summer to improve my data gathering skills and to learn more about savanna ecosystems. I’d like to thank the Audre Rapoport Foundation for the scholarship granted to me, all of my siblings, my Aunt Nancy and Uncle Dean, both of my grandparents and especially my parents who have paid for my medical expenses and have provided other resources; I love and appreciate all of you so much.