Biography With an extensive academic background in Peace Studies, Conflict Transformation has become integral to my ethos as a professional. As I develop my career, I hope to continue exploring all of ways that CT intersects with identity, power, and social context. Areas of interest I am exploring the ways that CT can be socialized […]
Biography I am a first year student in Translating and Interpreting alongside a Localization Management specialization here at MIIS. I'm originally from Chicago, and hope to interpret for non-profits and large events some day. Areas of interest I hope to continue working with immigration law and delve into life sciences like conservation biology in the […]
Biography I recently graduated from the University of Toronto with a degree in Environmental Ethics and Political Science. I am currently pursuing a Master’s in International Environmental Policy. My professional experience focuses on Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) as well as environmental education. Areas of interest Passions of mine are playing guitar, going on backpacking and […]
Biography I am currently a practitioner in the field of international education, holding a degree in Sociology and Anthropology from Guilford College. I reside in Maryland with my husband and stepson. Areas of interest My general areas of interest involve international education, sustainability, peace-building, Quakerism, and cross-cultural connections through sport. Project description My project is […]
Biography I am Jennet Charyyeva, graduate student at MIIS, majoring in Nonproliferation and Terrorism Studies. I am a Marie Curie Fellow and Graduate Research Assistant at James Martin Center for Nonproliferation. Areas of interest My interests lie at the intersection of nuclear energy and global security. Project description My project aims to raise awareness about […]
Biography I am a first-year graduate student from North Carolina with a background in sociology and creative writing. I spent several years teaching in France before coming to MIIS to focus on migration policy and the study of intercultural competence. Areas of interest I am interested in how local initiatives can foster greater community resilience […]
Biography Hi! I’m Sophie. I’m originally from London, and my background is in sociology and studio art. My interests in public health, environmental justice, and social inequality led to me to study environmental policy and management at MIIS. Areas of interest My areas of interest include: agriculture and food systems, food insecurity, toxic waste and […]
Biography My academic background is in international affairs with a focus on human rights and peacebuilding. I previously worked in nonprofit fundraising and now study international trade at MIIS to prepare for a career in that field. Areas of interest I’m interested in the intersection of international trade and geopolitics; financial crimes and cryptocurrency; and […]
Biography I am pursuing a Master of Arts in French Linguistics and Pedagogy through Middlebury College and the Sorbonne Nouvelle University in Paris. My background includes a degree in World Language Education, French, and TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages). Areas of interest I am passionate about language learning and teaching. When I’m […]
Biography I’m Ranna Jarukin from Japan, currently in the first year of my master’s program in nonproliferation and terrorism studies. I did my undergraduate in international law at Sophia university in Japan and my first master’s degree in international relations at Shanghai Jiao Tong university in China. Areas of interest My primary interest lies in […]
Biography By day, I am a mission-oriented analyst who leverages State funds to create opportunities for California’s youth. By night, I am a grad student, dog-mom, partner, cook, tennis player, creative enthusiast, and shopaholic. Areas of interest My academic interests include comparative religion, gender studies, and international education. Project description My fellowship project explores environmental […]
Biography I am a first-year student from New Hampshire. After graduating from Ithaca College in 2021, I spent two years teaching English in French public schools through the Teaching Assistant Program in France. Areas of interest My professional interests include applied linguistics and the intersection between language teaching and social justice. Project description My project […]
Biography I graduated from Texas A&M University with a degree in International Politics & Diplomacy and a minor in Arabic. I am currently studying International Policy and Development and Russian. I have worked for Peace Corps Ukraine, in immigration detention advocacy, and as an IB History teacher. Areas of interest My areas of interest are […]
Biography I am an International Policy and Development student from Nepal with a work background in refugee and child protection. Areas of interest I am interested in migration and human rights issues. Project description My project aims to explore the role of NGOs in mitigating gender based violence of refugee women in Bangkok, Thailand. […]
Biography My name is Paige MacKinnon, and I am a graduate student in nonproliferation and terrorism studies at MIIS. I grew up in Brunswick, ME, went to university in Northampton, MA, and spent last year in Kazakhstan. I’m a research assistant at the Center for Nonproliferation Studies. Areas of interest My area of interest centers […]
Biography I am an IAEA fellow under the prestigious Marie Sklodowska-Curie Fellowship Programme, with over five years of expertise in policy and research. Areas of interest My core areas of interest and focus include non-proliferation and arms control, nuclear security, warfare, and conflict transformation. Project description My project is about Role of Pakistani Women in […]
Biography I am an MPA in Social Change graduate passionate about creating transformative projects that address systemic inequities and promote peace. My work centers on using creative storytelling and advocacy to empower marginalized communities and build sustainable, community-driven solutions. Areas of interest I am passionate about transformative justice, LGBTQ+ equity, and creative writing that explores […]
Biography My professional background is in translation and interpretation. I have primarily worked in the mining and construction sectors in Kazakhstan. Areas of interest My interests include urban design, architecture, technology, and psychology. Project description Using photography and policy analysis, I reimagine urban landscapes as quiet battlegrounds for conflict and tensions across social, economic, and […]
Biography I have a deep passion for languages and diverse cultures, which fuels my enthusiasm for localization. Areas of interest I am interested in exploring culture, languages, and public affairs to better understand and connect with the world. Project description My project is to provide ICT skills training to primary school teachers in a rural […]
Biography My name is Max Lau, an international student from Canada, finished my undergraduate program at Soka University of America studied International Studies and Humanities. I did my thesis for my capstone was “Why is it important that nuclear weapons be abolish in Daisaku Ikeda’s philosophy?” Areas of interest I am particularly interested in the […]
Biography Hello! My name is Chelsea Flores. Born and raised in New York with Central American roots, I have always had a deep interest in storytelling, translation, and social justice. Areas of interest Having studied Spanish and Psychology at NYU, I am constantly seeking ways to combine my interest in Translation and community advocacy. Project […]
Biography I am pursuing a Joint Degree MA in Translation, Interpretation and Localization Management. My course work and interactions with industry leaders have taught me the importance of interpretation in bringing people together and empowerment. This is why I chose it as my area of focus. Areas of interest I am interested in how medical […]
Biography I am a first year MA candidate from the Caribbean Island of Jamaica with educational and professional expertise in policy analysis, international development and global affairs. At MIIS, I aim to focus on data management, sustainability, project management and improve my proficiency in Spanish Areas of interest I am very passionate about peace, food […]
Biography My name is Angela, and I am first-year graduate student, pursuing Environmental Policy Management (EPM). I was born and raised in Rwanda, and I graduated from Middlebury College with a degree in International and Global Studies, with a focus on global environmental change. Areas of interest I am passionate about addressing climate change in […]
Biography I am from Virginia and a 2018 graduate of the College of William & Mary. I have lived in a bunch of places (Utah, Guatemala, North Carolina) and have traveled to many more (Czechia, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Liberia, Colombia, etc). I enjoy reading, listening to podcasts, and trying new food. Areas of interest My […]
Biography I am currently pursuing a master’s degree in International Policy and Development and a certificate in Nonproliferation Studies at MIIS. I have a background in environmental studies and art, and have worked in environmental interpretation at California regional and state parks. Areas of interest I am interested in international diplomacy, human rights, nuclear nonproliferation, […]
Biography I grew up in Annapolis, MD, before moving to Boulder, CO, to study aerospace engineering at the University of Colorado. After graduating, I spent two years teaching English in France before coming to MIIS to study international policy and development. Areas of interest I am interested in the U.S.’s relationships with other countries and […]
Biography I’m Linus Höller, a graduate student in the dual-degree program in nonproliferation and terrorism studies between MIIS and MGIMO. I’m from Austria but have lived in six countries so far. I’m a research assistant at the Center for Nonproliferation Studies and a correspondent for Defense News. Areas of interest My research focuses on nonproliferation […]
Biography I am pursuing a Master of Arts in Applied French with a concentration in Language Teaching through Middlebury College and Sorbonne Nouvelle University while working as an English Language Assistant in Paris. My background includes a degree in Psychology with minors in Sociology and Modern Languages. Areas of interest I am passionate about language […]
Biography I am a first-semester NPTS student and graduate research assistant at the James Martin Center for Nonproliferation Studies. I recently graduated from Middlebury College with a bachelor’s degree in International & Global Studies with focuses in Arabic and environmental change. Areas of interest I focus on open-source intelligence, geopolitics, geospatial analysis, proliferation and terrorism […]
Biography I am Muskan Agrawal from India, a second year Masters in Nonproliferation and Terrorism Studies student at Middlebury Institute. I also hold a Bachelors in International Studies from Soka University of America. Areas of interest I am interested in countering digital extremism and terrorism, and its overlapping connections with electoral periods and political clout. […]
Biography I am a Cameroonian national with a background in management and economics. I am driven, resilient compassionate project manager/analyst with a focus on the fields of international development and security. Areas of interest My interests include: policy/data analysis, project management, and international development and security. Project description I am working on applying systemic conflict […]
Biography I am a graduate student at MIIS and MGIMO, pursuing dual degrees in Nonproliferation and Terrorism Studies with a focus on US-Russia nuclear diplomacy. My goal is to influence arms control policies and foster diplomatic engagement between the US and Russia, drawing on my language studies. Areas of interest My areas of interest include […]
Biography I am a language, technology and science enthusiast from the plains of Nebraska. After spending many years living in Japan through the JET Program, I decided to combine my interests and language skills by focusing in on Translation and Localization Management at the Middlebury Institute. Areas of interest I am interested in the interplay […]
Biography I’m an actor and for the past 30 years have worked at the Bread Loaf School of English, Middlebury’s Graduate English Program. I am spending the academic year in Paris at the Sorbonne pursuing my Masters in French dramatic literature through the Middlebury Language School of French. Areas of interest I’m interested in the […]
Biography I am a first year Environmental Policy and Management student at MIIS specializing in Ocean and Coastal Resource Management. I am currently a graduate assistant at the Center for the Blue Economy working on a project that educates the public and raises awareness about white sharks in Monterey Bay. Areas of interest I am […]
Biography I am a first-year International Education Management major at MIIS, and my language of focus is Japanese. My background is in secondary education, world language study, and creative writing. Areas of interest My interests lie in second language acquisition and creative writing as tools for academic resilience and success for at-risk students. Project description […]
Biography Hello! I am a joint degree Masters of Public Administration & M.A. in International Education Management candidate, with a specialization in French. Currently in Chicago and growing up in the Midwest (USA), I have also had the pleasure of living and working in France, Reunion Island, and Serbia. Areas of interest I love all […]
Biography I’m currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Translation and Localization Management, focusing on Chinese (Simplified) and English translation. Before coming to MIIS, I’ve held various roles, including language instructor, cabin crew member, and freelance translator. Areas of interest I’m passionate about bridging cultural and linguistic gaps in translation and localization. Project description My project […]
