Posts by Allison Heppner
Charlotte Ebel
Charlotte Ebel For this study abroad experience, I spent three weeks with a group of 12 other students in Lausanne, Switzerland. The accompanying course centered around Global Sports Communications, and throughout the trip we made site visits to international federations and researched the world of global sport. The purpose of this trip was to show…
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Cassidy Snyder My time in Washington, D.C. was extremely fulfilling. At Brownstein, I worked as a Government Relations intern and spent my time helping their various GR divisions. My main tasks were to cover congressional hearings, research new business opportunities, and help conduct research for existing clients. I also was asked to be part of…
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Allison Myers During my time abroad, I got to immerse myself in two completely new cultures while also learning about the places I was in. Over the summer, I went to both London and Florence, taking classes in history and psychology in each place, respectively. Outside and during class, we were given the opportunity to…
Read MoreAaron Shinn
Aaron Shinn My internship with O’Donnell & Naccarato Structural Engineers was a rewarding experience that I firmly believe has elevated me professionally. I had a great opportunity to network with engineers who were able to provide me with career advice. The work itself helped me develop my technical, communication, and time management skills. Despite the…
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Anna Hill The three weeks I was fortunately able to spend in London was a life-changing experience—quite literally speaking. Before I began my journey abroad, I assumed it would be an adventure filled with personal and professional growth. However, after actually experiencing it and having time to reflect, it has been far more than that.…
Read MoreSubmissions for the SU Songwriters Showcase are Open!
Submissions for the SU Songwriters Showcase are Open! The SU Songwriter Showcase, organized by HNR 340, is looking for student performers from a range of musical backgrounds. Solo acts or stripped-down performances from bands are encouraged, but any submissions will be accepted for reviewing! Submissions are due on November 1st, and the showcase will take…
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Africa and the Western Media’s Blind Spots Newhouse is hosting a discussion with Nigerian journalist David Adeleke on the misrepresentations of Africa in the Western media and how Africans are changing the narrative. Adeleke is the Africa editor at Rest of World, a media company dedicated to capturing people’s experiences with technology outside the West.…
Read MoreColin Mashkuri
Colin Mashkuri I was in Makhanda, South Africa, for about 3 weeks. While there, we took language lessons every morning, and I can now carry a basic conversation in isiXhosa. We would then either visit a school or attend a guest lecture relating to Apartheid’s legacy and the South African public education system. In the…
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Rachel Renzi This summer, I had the opportunity to work at Macy’s Inc. as a Merchandise Buying Intern in their NYC offices. This was an incredible experience, as I got to further develop my skills and gain new ones that will last a lifetime. Interning at Macy’s gave me the opportunity to build relationships and…
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Fright Night with Honors Join Honors on a trip to the most frightening place in Syracuse, Fright Night, one-of-a-kind haunted experience. When: Saturday, October 28th – leaving Carnegie parking lot at 6:30pm to arrive at 7pm. Limit of 11 students. Sign up fast, before you miss out!
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