“¡Hola a todos! I’m an alumna of the 2009 Ramapo graduating class. I hold a degree in Spanish Language Studies and a minor in Latin American Studies. I studied abroad in Spain, and after graduation I decided to return to teach English to Spanish-speaking pre-elementary, elementary, and adult students. After mastering my Spanish skills in Spain and gaining some teaching experience, I decided to pursue a career in international education.”

“Upon my return, I began volunteering in the Study Abroad Office at a local community college. It was there that I learned how to conduct info sessions, advise students seeking study abroad opportunities, market programs offered, and capitalize on my overall knowledge of study abroad and its purpose.”

“Soon after, I was offered a position in Baltimore, Maryland with a leading student exchange organization. I have been there for 2 years, and it has afforded me the opportunity to work with exchange students, promote programs, and establish relationships with many educators. Spanish and my experiences studying abroad while studying at Ramapo College lead me to many opportunities that have set me on a path that I never imagined! I use my Spanish often to tutor high school students as well as to keep connected with all of my amigos in Spain.”

-Cara Mitchell