Ilana Aaquil attended Howard University (‘21) and studied Spanish and International Affairs. During high school, she interned abroad at a cultural heritage museum in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Through her university, she attended a summer study abroad program in Egypt, where she visited many historic sites, studying Ancient Egyptian hieroglyphics and its cultural intricacies. She also studied abroad in Cali, Colombia in her junior year, where she studied Sociology with a concentration in Race and Ethnicity. Ilana is an avid traveler who is motivated by her passion for languages, artistic expression, social justice, and cultural preservation.

As an advisor, Ilana seeks to help those who have been historically underrepresented in international travel. She believes that everyone should have equal opportunity to travel, expand their perspective, and learn more about the world they live in. She is excited to guide students through the cultural and academic exploration of what can be a monumental moment in their lives.

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Originally from Memphis, TN, Emma moved to New Orleans to study Economics and Linguistics at Tulane University (’21). Emma studied abroad through the Stacy Mandel Palagye and Keith Palagye Program for Middle East Peace, learning about politics and conflict in Jerusalem and Amman alongside a cohort of Tulane students. This study abroad experience completely shifted Emma's perspective on their identity, academics, and career interests. This became the foundation for their interest in global citizenship, understanding US politics abroad, and studying abroad as an avenue to build solidarity and awareness of global issues. Emma's other interests include outdoor adventures, creating art, and learning about the world and its languages.

As an advisor, I am passionate about supporting students who have never left the U.S. before, students of color, LGBTQIA+ students, first generation college students, and financially independent students during their study abroad journeys. I know firsthand that studying abroad can open so many doors - academically, professionally, and personally. I am happy to help you search for scholarships and navigate the bureaucracy of studying abroad.

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