Education Abroad Peer Advisors
Education Abroad Peer Advisors (EAPAs) are Babson students who have studied abroad for an academic year, semester, or summer. They are here to offer peer advice and answer any questions you have while searching for a program, while you’re preparing to go, while you’re abroad, and even after you’ve returned to campus.
Ben Atkinson '26
Semester abroad program(s): CIEE Rome: Open Campus, Fall 2024
Academic interest: Entrepreneurship
Hobbies: Soccer, tennis, exercising, reading, coffee
Favorite course abroad: Migration and Mobility In A Global World
Favorite food abroad: Croissants & espresso
Contact me about: Budgeting for abroad, living abroad
During a typical day abroad I … would start my morning with an espresso or cappuccino before heading to class in the historic Palazzo Capizucchi. After class, I’d grab lunch at Trastevere or the center of Rome. In the afternoon, I’d go to the gym in Prati, then meet friends for a local dinner. If it was a weekend, we’d usually head back to Trastevere for the nightlife.
While abroad, I wish I had … explore more of rural Italy.
You should go abroad because … It challenges you in a really impactful way. You’ll meet people with completely different stories and see how culture shapes everyday life. Those experiences change how you see yourself and your place in the world.
Harry Richards '27
Semester abroad program(s): University of Edinburgh, Spring 2025
Academic interest: Real Estate, Human Resources, and Politics
Hobbies: Traveling, Hiking, Writing, Music, and meeting new people
Favorite course abroad: Understanding and Delivering Public Services
Favorite food abroad: Irish Spice Bag in Dublin
Contact me about: Budgeting for abroad
During a typical day abroad I … would begin my morning by having breakfast with my roommates, then head to school by walking past the historic Bruntsfield Links, where the first ever recorded game of golf was played. I would spend most afternoons in the historic Harry Potter-esque buildings of the University of Edinburgh, meeting other exchange students as well as countless Scottish locals. After class, I would walk across the stunning Meadows on my way back to my apartment, where I would finish my evenings by cooking dinner and debating with my roommates and friends.
While abroad, I wish I had … taken advantage of the lifelong connections I made with my peers before I had to come home.
You should go abroad because … you will have a once in a lifetime opportunity to start fresh, meet new people, and most importantly, explore a new place. If you are willing to take the risk, you will have the chance to truly step out of your comfort zone and discover yourself. The struggle and emotions of living somewhere new can and will bring immense value into your life. You will learn independence, time-management, responsibility, and a new unknown culture, all the while meeting new and friendly faces. If you want to make the most of college, the experience of studying abroad is the perfect fit for you.
Harshman Sarin '27
Semester abroad program(s): IE University, Fall 2025
Academic interest: Concentration in Entrepreneurship and Marketing
Hobbies: Exploring cafes and good food especially while travelling
Favorite course abroad: Customer Experience and Innovation
Favorite food abroad: Gambas pil pil
Contact me about: Budgeting for abroad & Travelling abroad
During a typical day abroad I … jumped between classes throughout the day and spent the rest of my time shopping, trying new food spots, discovering bars, and making the city part of my everyday routine
While abroad, I wish I had … realized earlier that spontaneity is the whole point.
You should go abroad because … It’s the fastest way to grow up, loosen up, and realize the world is way bigger (and more fun) than your routine back home
Khadija Raza '26
Semester abroad program(s): CIEE Barcelona: Business & Culture, Fall 2025
Elective Abroad/ Short-term Program(s): EPS 3542: Innovation Ecosystems of Spain
Academic interest: Legal Studies & Finance
Hobbies: Shopping, going to the beach, running & traveling
Favorite course abroad: Culture and Cuisine in Spain
Favorite food abroad: Poffertjes in Amsterdam
Contact me about: Budgeting for abroad, Packing tips, Housing, Course selection/planning
During a typical day abroad I … would wake up, grab a coffee, and take the train to class. We often went on class field trips to famous sites around Barcelona like the Recinte Modernista de Sant Pau, Casa Batlló, and Museu Tàpies. After class, I’d meet up with friends for brunch or an açaí bowl (my favorite), then spend the afternoon shopping around Las Ramblas or walking along Barceloneta when the weather was nice. Later on, we’d usually find a spot for dinner and just enjoy being out in the city. I’d end the day heading back to my residence, getting my homework done, and winding down for the night.
While abroad, I wish I had … more time to explore other cities in Spain.
You should go abroad because … it pushes you out of your comfort zone in the best way and helps you grow as a person. You will learn so much about yourself and make memories you'll never forget.
Natalia Demesa '27
Semester abroad program(s): Bocconi University, Fall 2025
Academic interest: Strategy & Consulting
Hobbies: Figure skating, pilates, running, hanging out with friends, traveling
Favorite course abroad: Technology and Innovation Management
Favorite food abroad: Pasta
Contact me about: Budgeting for abroad & Practicing faith abroad
During a typical day abroad I … I would go to class, have lunch near Bocconi with other exchange students, then go to my last class. In the evening I would do something fun in the city and would hang out with my friends.
While abroad, I wish I had … visited every place I had planned early in the semester instead of thinking I could do it another day since time goes by really quickly and at the end, I did not have time to do everything I had originally planned.
You should go abroad because … It pushes you out of your comfort zone in the best way possible, lets you meet people from all around the world, and gives you experiences you simply can’t have staying in one place. You get a chance to step out of your routine and create memories and friendships that will stay with you long after the semester ends.
Zoe Pulido '27
Semester abroad program(s): Waseda University, Tokyo, Japan (Spring 2025)
Academic interest: Business Analytics
Hobbies: Oil Painting, Collecting CDs, Rock Climbing
Favorite course abroad: History of Mime and Pantomime
Favorite food abroad: Sashimi, Malatang, Mochi
Contact me about: Budgeting for abroad, Scholarships to study abroad
During a typical day abroad I … would grab a matcha and then walk to my afternoon classes. After my classes, I would take the train to Shinjuku or Shibuya with my friends to grab lunch and try to win something from the claw machines, before ending the night either at the rock climbing gym or the Jazz Spot next to my apartment..
While abroad, I wish I had … joined a student club at Waseda and made more connections with non-exchange students.
You should go abroad because … you’ll build lifelong connections with students from all over the world. You’ll have the most beautiful conversations and learn so much, not just about the place you’re visiting, but also about your friends’ home countries, through sharing endless stories every day.