Meet Student Exchange Participants

Estefani Alarcon, Mount Saint Mary's University
Majors: Film, media and social justice & Journalism
​As a new student at Mount Saint Mary's, I heard about the ACSSJ Student Exchange Program.  I was excited about the possibility of studying at another university and returning to New York City.
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​I would like to take advantage of different opportunities at St. Joseph's College.  I have been volunteered with a non-profit in Los Angeles, I am applying to internships in New York City that are connected with my major to advance my future carer plans in working for a non-profit. 

Additionally, I was seeking an adventure.  I want to be exposed to different communities, culture and needs by exploring and becoming a part of a different community other than the one I've experienced for 2 and a half years at Mount Saint Mary's University. It's my time for change.
​Rebecca Daml, St. Catherine University
Major: Business Administration: Marketing & Management
​Minors: Sales and Spanish
While participating in a volunteer board during high school, I was told by another board member, who was a successful CEO and owner of his own business, “My one recommendation when you go to college is to study in another state to learn about different communities... the people, their values, and what makes them unique.” This stuck with me.
 
I had looked at schools out east when first applying to college but found it wasn’t financially feasible… until I heard about The Association of Colleges of Sisters of St. Joseph's Student Exchange Program.  This Program is providing me with the opportunity I am seeking.  I chose Chestnut Hill College since it’s a few hours from Washington, DC and New York, NY. I want to see what these cities offer; especially in regards to business, marketing, sales, and spanish.  All of my grants and scholarships I’d received from my home school, St. Catherine University, remained in tact which was a huge bonus!

I’m passionate about this program and believe every student associated with these institutions should utilize this opportunity!