Student Stories

From Uzbekistan to SAIS: A Journey of Research and Global Ambition

Throughout my time at SAIS, I’ve learned invaluable lessons from everyone I’ve encountered—professors, peers, and even the administrative staff. This community has taught me to embrace who I am, to share my thoughts confidently, and to recognize the wealth of knowledge that exists in everyone around me.

SAIS Was the Only School that Genuinely Felt Like Home

During my time at SAIS, I’ve learned the most from my fellow students. People here come from so many different places and have so many academic, professional, and personal backgrounds that I always feel like I’m learning something new.

Everyone Becomes Connected One Way or Another

Coming to SAIS opened my eyes to the economic realities of the world.

SAIS Came Top of the List

I’ve learned a lot from my professors and my classmates. I’ve learned to think critically and to explore areas that are not exactly in my scope of knowledge.

Grateful for the Steadfast Support of Faculty and Staff

Before joining SAIS, I was working with the Central Bank of Uganda (BOU). I had just been transferred to the Statistics Department after 13 years in the Financial Stability Department.

Achieving the Dream of Studying International Affairs in Europe

SAIS Europe Student Body President Alejandra Flores Renteria came to SAIS with the goal of furthering her work in migration policy. She has made great memories along the way. Read her story to learn more about her experience.

Going Places that I Didn’t Even Expect

I have endless gratitude for my mom for always supporting my aspirations and for believing that there is no such thing as too much education

SAIS Gives Students Unparalleled Access to Global Network

I was drawn to Johns Hopkins SAIS due to its impressive post-graduation outcomes and multiple campuses. SAIS’ career treks were also a big draw — they give students unparalleled access to professional networks across the U.S., Europe, and beyond.

Making the Most of Learning; both Inside and Out of the Classroom

Alexander Guglia, a MAIA Cooperative student from the Diplomatic Academy of Vienna, discusses learning at SAIS, and how this occurs both in and out of the classroom. Guglia speaks about past events and gatherings that he has been able to join, as well as a future study trip he plans on taking.

Two Universities for a Complementary Education

Petr Pesov, a MAIA Cooperative student at SAIS Europe, explains how his multidisciplinary education from two universities, Tel-Aviv University and SAIS has helped define who he is and what he wants to become.