Student Stories
Chinese Global Relations from a New Perspective
The Hopkins-Nanjing Center combines the language immersion, perspective, and ability to live abroad in my target language environment.
Learning Statecraft and Diplomacy from World-Class Practitioners
I have loved all of the organized lectures and talks that SAIS hosts with guest speakers, especially practitioners like the director of the Central Intelligence Service, U.S. Secretary of State, and foreign policy officials from Qatar, who shed light on the practice of statecraft and diplomacy.
Building Bridges Through Diplomacy: A Journey in International Affairs and Human Rights
I’ve always wanted to do my master’s abroad, and I researched SAIS since my freshman year at Howard. SAIS offered me a top-tier international affairs program that I could personalize to my interests, and it gave me an international experience in Italy. I knew that SAIS Europe could shape me, and that I could shape it.
Preparing for a World on the Brink of Transformation
Choosing SAIS was an easy decision. The opportunity … is a privilege I deeply value.
From West Point to the Hopkins-Nanjing Center
The military forced me to critically reflect on what I really want to achieve and what impact I want to have on others, which led me to SAIS.
A Truly Global Experience
The military is diverse, but the group at SAIS is from all over the world, with perspectives different from the ones I have been exposed to in the past.
Turning Beliefs Into Action
The Marine Corps is where I was first able to work with the Department of State inside U.S. embassies. That opportunity exposed me to the field of international relations and set me onto my current path.
A Natural Progression
I was actively seeking out graduate programs with opportunities to go to China, as well as opportunities where I could develop my skills in economics and international relations...I knew I had to give my all for the opportunity to study at the Hopkins-Nanjing Center.
Towards a More Just World
Throughout my [journalism] career, I have worked towards creating a more just world … I am confident that the SAIS education and network of support will give me the strongest possible foundation to continue this work.
From Global Maps to Real-World Impact: A Journey in International Relations and Policy Analysis
I always knew I was interested in International Relations, a passion that began in high school when I couldn't stop exploring the world through Google Maps.