Romania took hold of my heart in 2015 and since then has consumed my mind and soul. As with any genuine commitment, my relationship with this beautiful, complex country has grown and deepened over time as I have learned of its many tragedies, as well as its many triumphs. I have surrendered myself to Romania. [...] As I continue my Romanian journey, I marvel over the resiliency and fortitude of the people. I am fortunate to have developed close relationships, familial in many ways, with many Romanians. And I am eternally grateful to have been granted a Fulbright and honored to become part of this amazing community.
Stanford & Penn Connect with Undergrads in Romania
On September 20, the Fulbright Educational Advising Center-EducationUSA (FEAC) had the pleasure of introducing two representatives of some of the most prestigious U.S. universities, University of Pennsylvania and Stanford University, to Romanian high school students and the general public. After a public program at the American International School of Bucharest on September 19, Ms. Kiyoe Hashimoto (Deputy Dean of Admission, Stanford University) and Ms. Beth Downing (Senior Associate Dean of Admission, University of Pennsylvania), together with the FEAC advisor, talked to the students of the International Computer High School of Bucharest and delivered a public presentation at American Corner Bucharest. During both events, the students, some of whom were joined by their parents, found out about the liberal arts curriculum at both institutions, the multitude of study paths at the undergraduate level, funding options and the admission timeline, while also having an opportunity to ask questions about various nuances of the admission process and best practices in applying for undergraduate study in the United States.