Genie is a 2019 MAEUS graduate. 

Did you receive any awards or honors during your time in the program? (FLAS, Fulbright, other scholarships, etc…)

I received FLAS to continue studying German.

What is your current position/job title?

International Admissions Advisor

Please provide a brief overview of what you have done academically and/or professionally since graduating from the MAEUS program.

Since graduating from the MAEUS program, I have worked as a Staff Assistant for US Senator Tammy Duckworth in both Springfield and Chicago. I currently work at Illinois Institute of Technology as an International Admissions Advisor.

How has the MAEUS program helped you in your current career?

The MAEUS program helped me in my current career by widening my knowledge of international relations and providing me with the tools to successfully travel to other countries and embrace the culture and atmosphere of those countries.

Do you have any advice or suggestions for current students in the MAEUS program?

I would suggest current students in the MAEUS program take advantage of all the opportunities given to them. The MAEUS program has many wonderful opportunities for students, all of which are helpful for academic and professional growth.