2018-2019 Ambassadors

Study Abroad: Speak with a Program Returnee

Our Study Abroad Ambassadors are the official study abroad student voice on the North Central College campus. Representing a variety of majors and programs abroad, the Ambassadors are always available to answer general and specific questions about education abroad and their programs.

If you are interested in a program or have a major that is not represented within our ambassadors, please contact the Center for Global Education at (630) 637-5132 or contact the study abroad advisor, Rachel Birkley.

 

Meet our 2025-2026 Study Abroad Ambassadors! 

Seanah Battung-Wenz '27 (she/her)

Studied in Canterbury, England

Majors: Secondary Education & English

Hi! I'm Seanah! I studied abroad at Canterbury Christ Church University in Canterbury, England during the spring 2025 semester. Students should study abroad because it provides ample opportunity to travel to new places and meet new people without putting a pause on your academic career.

A fun fact about me is that I got over my lifelong fear of birds when I visited Paris!

Patrick Duffy '27 (he/him)

Studied in Ireland and Northern Ireland

Major:

Hi! I'm Patrick! I studied abroad on a Cardinal Destination Course Abroad (CDCA) to Ireland and Northern Ireland during May Term 2025.

Audrey Mougammadou ‘27 (she/her)

Studied in Lille, France

Majors: Business Management and Environmental Studies: Sustainability 

Hi! I'm Audrey! I studied at the Université Catholique de Lille in Lille, France during the spring 2025 semester. I believe that students should study abroad because they will get to build another lifestyle. Plus, they will have the opportunity to learn about other cultures through immersion. 

A fun fact about me is that I went to eleven countries when I studied abroad!

Trissa Medina '26 (she/her)

Studied in Seoul, South Korea

Major: Psychology

Minor: Gender & Sexuality Studies 

Hi! I'm Trissa! I studied abroad at Yonsei University in Seoul, South Korea for the spring 2025 semester. During a study abroad, students get the chance to connect with so many different people, experience immense personal growth, and make unforgettable memories. Study abroad is truly a life changing opportunity, and it is one of the best decisions a student can make. 

A fun fact about me is that my favorite band is BTS!

Cameron Phillips ’26 (he/him)

Studied in Seville, Spain

Major: Sociology

Hi! I'm Cameron! I studied abroad at Universidad Pablo de Olavide (UPO) during the spring 2025 semester. I believe that students should study abroad because it will likely change their view of the world around them completely. Once someone has been abroad, especially to an environment completely different from their own, they seem to gain a sense of wonder that would not otherwise be present.

A fun fact about me is that I like to learn recipes from different countries/cultures!

Nicole Posont '27 (she/her)

Studied in Glasgow, Scotland

Major: English Writing 

Minor: Global Studies

Hi! I'm Nicole! I studied abroad at the University of Glasgow in Glasgow, Scotland during the spring 2025 semester. I believe that students should study abroad to challenge themselves!

A fun fact about me is that I love to knit and crochet. 

Ainsley Ratledge '26 (she/her)

Studied in Birmingham, England

Major: English Writing

Minor: Spanish

Hi! I'm Ainsley! I studied abroad at the University of Birmingham during the spring 2025 semester. Studying abroad gives students the chance to grow into who they are as an adult completely independently. Seeing different parts of the world and different cultures shapes students as young adults and their perspectives for the rest of their lives. 

A fun fact about me is that I visited 10 countries while I was abroad, and I went to Spain four different times!

Kieran Reid '26 (they/them)

Studied in Canterbury, England

Major: Interactive Media: Technology

Minor: Computer Science

Hi! I'm Kieran! I studied abroad at Canterbury Christ Church University for the 2024-2025 academic year! Study abroad allows you to expand your view of the world and yourself through amazingly unique opportunities and experiences.

A fun fact about me is that I always wear mismatched socks!

Molly Triplett ‘27 (she/her)

Studied in Greece & Italy

Major: Criminology

Minors: Psychology & Political Science 

Hi! I'm Molly! I studied abroad on a Cardinal Destination Course Abroad (CDCA) to Greece & Italy during May Term 2025. I encourage students to study abroad because it helps them become more open-minded and understanding of other cultures around the world. Studying abroad is a life changing experience that changes you into a completely different person with new perspectives and ideas! 

A fun fact about me is that I’m going on the Semester at Sea Spring 2026 voyage! 

Emma Wadley '25 (she/her)

Studied in Canterbury, England

Major:

Hi! I'm Emma! I studied abroad at Canterbury Christ Church University during the spring 2025 semester.