Student Introductions III

"Jedi" Josie

I am an Advertising and Liberal Arts Honors student. I enjoy writing for the Daily Texan and volunteering with Students Expanding Austin Literacy. On weekends I like to hike around the greenbelt and read YA fiction with strong female heroines. This study abroad is one of the most adventurous opportunities I’ve ever had, and I’m so grateful for my parents, friends, relatives, and the LAH office for helping me get here".

"Deep-thinking" Derry

My name is Derry Xu and I am a Environmental Science major. I am also pursuing a Computer Science certificate. Some of my interests are reading, archery, video games, and just wandering / exploring. I plan to work in a lab to research soils next semester (area of interest). I want to thank my parents for their support in me making this trip / study abroad, and their support for me in general throughout the years.

"Keen" Katie

Dumelang! My name is Katie Smidt and I’m a junior geography major at UT with a focus on sustainability. I’m from Basking Ridge, New Jersey, and I ended up at the University of Texas because I love Austin and all it has to offer! I came to Botswana because I always wanted to come to Africa, I love camping, and the courses are applicable to my major in various ways. I’d like to thank my amazing parents for fully supporting me in everything I do and for providing me with this once-in-a-lifetime experience! Also shoutout Jack, Gracie, Ellie, Luke, and Sofie – y’all rock.

"Magical" McKenna

Dumela, leina lame ke McKenna Delong. I’m going to be a junior majoring in sustainability with a minor in geology. I’m really excited to be here so I can gain more hands on experience in the realm of sustainability. I would like to also thank my parents for supporting me endlessly and for allowing me to go on this trip.