Curiosity Without Borders with Wesley Warshawer

In this episode, Dr. Pollard speaks with Wesley Warshawer—Winter 2025 Convocation Speaker, 2025 Young Alumni Awardee, and W.A. Franke Honors alumnus—to explore the role of curiosity, global perspective, and lived experience in shaping a meaningful path. Wesley reflects on his time as a Franke student, the challenge of choosing a direction, and how studying and living abroad—from South Korea and China to East Africa—profoundly influenced his understanding of culture, humility, and human connection. Throughout the conversation, he emphasizes the value of evolving through new experiences, building authentic networks, and remaining open to growth wherever life takes you.  A recipient of the U.S. Student Program Fulbright Scholar and graduate of the University of Arizona Eller School of Business, Wesley earned a master’s degree in Global Economy and Strategy from Yonsei University in Seoul and has spent significant time living and working across Asia, Africa, and the Americas. His journey underscores a central theme of the episode: that embracing curiosity and stepping beyond the familiar can open pathways far greater than initially imagined.  Thinking about applying for a Fulbright? University of Arizona students and almuni are encouraged to connect with ONCS and apply through the campus process. Applying through the campus process gives you access to personalized advising, feedback, and a strong campus network to help you put forward your most competitive application. Fulbright website: https://us.fulbrightonline.org