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Khaldoun Ahmad
Country or origin: Iraq (Baghdad) Program: Masters Degree in Organic Geochemistry Why UMKC? I have chosen UMKC because it is a good school and the professors are very knowledgeable. Also, it has a lot of international students which makes my life at school much easier. |
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Chiluba (John) Musonda
Country or origin: Zambia Program: Master in Public Administration Why UMKC? I decided to come to UMKC because the school had great scholarship opportunities, a diverse student body and was located in a great area. In the heart of America, and in a metropolitan city where I could experience a good balance between my academics and social life. UMKC has been nothing short of a great experience for me and this is why I decided to also pursue my masters degree at the school. |
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Stefan Panov
Country or origin: Bulgaria Program: Bachelor in Biology Why UMKC? I have decided to persue my career goals at UMKC because of its innovative undergraduate research program in biological sciences that allows students direct hands-on experience with faculty members outside the classroom. In addition, by simply attending UMKC, I have had the chance to meet a wide variety of students from different cultural backgrounds that I could not find anywhere else. This, for example, was a great chance and opportunity for me to get to know people from all over the world, experience new traditions and customs, and make future friends and professional contacts with some of them. |
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Jouliana Sadek
Country or origin: Lebanon Program: PhD in Cell Biology & Biophysics Why UMKC? UMKC offered me the opportunity to advance my understanding of molecular biology through basic scientific research. The program that I enrolled in is problem-oriented and integrates the broad-based interdisciplinary approach with a traditional academic focus to provide a solid grounding in theories, concepts and methodologies of basic science. Since learning thrives in an environment open to a diversity of ideas, cultural backgrounds, discipline perspectives, UMKC is extremely diverse both academically and culturally and I wanted to be part of that cultural exchange. In addition, Kansas City is a good place to live in as it is dynamic, vibrant, not so crowded, safe and affordable. Plus, people are so warm and welcoming which made my transition easier. |
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Sashi Saripalle
Country or origin: India Program: Master of Electrical Engineering Why UMKC? UMKC itself is just a perfectly blended institution with great academic programs, vast scholarship opportunities, wonderful social life, extremely well qualified faculty and a beautiful campus. UMKC is also quite diverse, safe, and perhaps one of the nicest cities in the US to study and in general, the school has a great vibe. |
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Stanila (Sunny) Syarova
Country or origin: Bulgaria Program: Bachelor in Studio Art Why UMKC? My passion in life is art. The environment that UMKC provides helps me develop new ideas and increases my will to succeed in life. The wide-range of studies broaden my horizon and help me see things in a new perspective. The in-depth guidance of professors and the students that surround me, motivate me to strive for higher goals. The opportunities that UMKC gives prepare me for life. Having a university degree helps me realize that making a difference starts with one person at a time. |
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Alvin Tan
Country or origin: Malaysia Program: Bachelor in Entrepreneurship and Innovation Why UMKC? I choose UMKC because I want to experience a part of United States that is not known to a lot of people and make a difference in that region. I was the first from my university back in Malaysia to attend UMKC. I love UMKC because it is located in a beautiful city! It has everything to offer and it is emerging to be one of the most exciting cities in the country. UMKC itself is a fantastic university with outstanding programs like the entrepreneurship program that is ranked top 14 in the nation! Amazing lecturers that teached at the highest level; great staffs and faculties to assist student life! Kansas City is where entrepreneurs are borned! UMKC is very diverse, safe, affordable to live in. It feels like home and everyone is so friendly and approcahable! It didnt take me long to transition and settle down here. I would recommmend anyone to come to Kansas City or even attend UMKC!!! |
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Duong Vu
Country or origin: Vietnam Program: Bachelor in Business Administration Why UMKC? I did not chose UMKC myself. I came here because UMKC was the closest school in the area to my grandpa's house. Unfortunately, my grandpa passed away just right before I came, and so I thought I might not stay in Kansas City for long. I came to the U.S. and to UMKC without knowing what to expect. But UMKC made me feel like home, and all the passionate, hearted people made me feel warm. That was why I decided to stay, and I'm glad that I did. UMKC has always been a sweet home to me, and been given me many great opportunities. One of them was the chance to be an International Student Ambassador. I am enjoying every minute here, and looking forward to the remaining time that I will be at UMKC. |
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