Alyssa Brant
Writer and Journalist
PUBLISHED WORKS
Published Work From Various Outlets
Study Abroad Announces New Director
October, 2014
The International Office at The University of Texas at Austin is pleased to announce Heather Thompson as the new Director of Study Abroad, as of October 2014.
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Source: Written for the International Office for The University of Texas at Austin
Photographing Prague
May, 2014
A Maymester abroad in “the city of a hundred spires” opened student photographers’ eyes to new angles—and a new culture.
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Source: Written for the International Office for The University of Texas at Austin
A Bright Future
March 19, 2014
In addition to earning a degree, receiving a certificate can add another impressive asset to a resume. This past summer senior Lori McKee completed the most widely recognized certificate program that qualifies her to teach English abroad.
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Source: Written for the International Office for The University of Texas at Austin
Connecting Cultures
February 3, 2014
After years of living in North Africa, Study Abroad Program Coordinator Melissa Sassi draws on her experience to make an impact on colleagues and students.
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Source: Written for the International Office for The University of Texas at Austin
Giving Back to Community
November 27, 2013
Carlos and Clara Quintanilla created a scholarship in 2013 for students of Mexican heritage who wish to pursue a degree in the Cockrell School of Engineering.
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Source: Written for the International Office for The University of Texas at Austin
Journalism is Evolving and so Must the Journalist
November 19, 2013
As the world of journalism develops and evolves, it is important that the education of future journalists reflects this change. The College of Journalism and Communications at the University of Florida is doing just that with the addition of the Innovation News Center, commissioned in the fall of 2013.
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Source: Freshman Support Blog
Globalizing Your Resume
October 30, 2013
INTERNING ABROAD can be a very beneficial experience towards developing a well-rounded education. Recent graduates Ali Bagherzadeh and Jeff Stevens learned this firsthand when they utilized the Be Global Internship Program to work across the world and gain important assets for the start of their careers.
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Source: Written for the International Office for The University of Texas at Austin
Global Studies Program Provides Impactful Possibilities
October 1, 2013
DR. MICHAEL ANDERSON CHANNELED his passion for history and global relations to develop a program to help students pursue knowledge of the world in which they impact.
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Source: Written for the International Office for The University of Texas at Austin
Don't Let Classes Be Your Only Schoolin'
September 24, 2013
When you’re a freshman, it’s easy to get caught up in the freedom of being a college student. The hype and excitement of starting fresh can be an overwhelming experience, and it’s easy to lose track of time. My advice to any incoming freshman or any current college student is to have a life outside of class. It may seem completely obvious to some people, but it may spark a reality check for others. It’s advice I wish I had.
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Source: Freshman Support Blog
The Cupcake Guy
March 4, 2013
Decked out in the iconic pink cupcake costume, the Chris Akin struts throughout the Jester second floor dining center, rallying excitement and enjoying the ability to entertain the UT-Austin student body along with supporting a good cause.
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Puplication: Orange Magazine, Online Magazie for the University of Texas at Austin