Meet the Summer Bloggers
IPE Abroad Bloggers post to the IPE #UmichEnginAbroad Tumblr blog throughout and about their experiences on their IPE study abroad programs. Check out their individual profiles for their departing messages, to follow their posts, or learn more about their IPE study abroad programs.
Emerson Laverty
Computer Science
Community Development and Social Justice in Cape Town, South Africa
“If you are interested in learning about the life, culture, wildlife, and environment in Cape Town, South Africa, keep an eye out for my posts. While abroad I will immerse my self as much as possible, and I look forward to sharing it with all of you!”
Atenea Chavez
Aerospace Engineering
Aerospace Summer Program in France
“From aerospace classes in Toulouse to soaking in the culture, language, and landscapes of France, I can’t wait to document it all — the highs, the challenges, and the unexpected lessons in between. I hope my posts inspire curiosity, reflection, and maybe even a future application to this very same program. À bientôt!”
Jaana Glasmacher
Chemical Engineering and German
Undergraduate Research Program at RWTH Aachen in Aachen, Germany
“I can’t wait to share my summer experience in Germany!”
Monica Nicovic
Biomedical Engineering
Undergraduate Research Program in San Sebastian, Spain at Universidad de Navarra-Tecnun
“As the countdown to Spain begins, I cannot wait to immerse myself in a once in a lifetime experience and share all the impactful moments with you all!”
Mateo Ospino Perez
Data Science, Industrial Operations & Engineering
Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST)
“I can’t wait to share my adventures in Hong Kong with you!”
Evelyn Cheng
Computer Science and Cognitive Science
National Univeristy of Singapore (NUS)
“Very excited about the upcoming summer in Singapore.”
Natalie Do
Computer Engineering
Automotive Engineering Summer Program in Japan, at Nagoya University
“I’m so excited to be able to share this opportunity with everyone.”
Sarah McCloskey
Biomedical Engineering
Engineering in Rome, Italy
“I can’t wait to share my experience in Italy with you all! A presto!”
Tiya Madhavan
Biomedical Engineering
Engineering in Sorrento, Italy
“Beyond excited to spend my summer on the Italian Coast and share a glimpse of my life abroad with you all!”
Melinda Xu
Chemical Engineering
Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST)
“With eager curiosity and excitement, I thank CoE for the opportunity to journey abroad—creating memories, embracing new perspectives, and growing every step of the way!”
Anne Scott
Computer Science
Engineering in Reykjavik, Iceland
“I am so excited to embark on this journey to explore and learn more about Iceland both academically and culturally!”
Casey Feng
Computer Science
Engineering in Shanghai, China at U-M SJTU-JI
“Thanks for joining me on my journey abroad! I’m excited to share my studies and exploration in Shanghai, China.”
Albert Sheng
Computer Science
Engineering in Shanghai, China at U-M SJTU-JI
“Ready for an action-packed summer filled with wonderful experiences, learning, and of course, food! ??”
Katelyn Brodsky
Environmental Engineering
BIG 10 STEM & Irish Studies at UCD in Dublin, Ireland
“I’m so excited to explore Dublin with you!”
Patricio Sandoval-Sanchez
Mechanical Engineering
Engineering in Prague, Czech Republic
“I’m so ready to make so many priceless memories, and hopefully you enjoy the stories I get to experience!”
Aarthi Amarnath
Computer Engineering
Engineering Laboratory Experience at TUB in Berlin, Germany
“I’m so excited to go to Berlin (to the point where I have absolutely fully embraced being the person who talks about nothing except how excited she is to go to Berlin)!”
Elise Segal
Space Science and Engineering
Undergraduate Research Program at the South African National Space Agency (SANSA) in Hermanus, South Africa
“I am so excited to be going as a participant in the program and can’t wait to see what I learn.”
Maximus Nye
Mechanical Engineering
Engineering in Sorrento, Italy
“I’m so excited to finally explore outside the state of Michigan, and especially experience heat.”
LeAnh Vong
Civil Engineering
Engineering in Paris, France
“I am beyond excited to share my summer in Paris with you!”
Aylin Ozdemir
Computer Science
Engineering in Madrid, Spain
“Why did the baker move to Madrid? He heard the bread was “pan-tastic!”