Lost my luggage and found my future in Uruguay

Allison B., a University of Iowa student, shares how a stressful start in Montevideo turned into a defining experience. Hosted by Kiana Raiford, USAC’s Institutional Relations project coordinator, this episode explores host family life, gaining confidence in Spanish, and how study abroad helped Allison find her voice. Studying abroad shaped her path toward advocacy work in immigration, human rights, and Latin America. Have an idea for a future episode? Email us at [email protected] want to learn more about study abroad? Email [email protected] for all the details!