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The ASSIST Impact: In Their Words

The ASSIST experience is more than a scholarship; it's a life-changing journey. Here are the voices of our Scholars, alumni, and schools sharing the impact of a single year abroad.

Stypendyści ASSIST Making an Impact on Their Campus

Berta

Zawsze chciałem studiować za granicą, aby zdobyć nowe doświadczenie, a ASSIST dał mi o wiele więcej. ASSIST naprawdę daje ci najlepiej dopasowaną szkołę. Jestem pewien, że wszystkie doświadczenia, które mam, poprowadzą mnie później w życiu.

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Cezar

“So, why ASSIST? This year so far has been one of the best years of my life. I have experienced a new culture, new traditions and met so many new friends. This wouldn’t have been possible without ASSIST. ASSIST connected me with one of the finest academic institutions in the U.S. Here at Salisbury School,…

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Elen

Naprawdę zachęcam do spróbowania, bo naprawdę warto.

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Hedi

“I found the application process both challenging and enjoyable, especially the interview part where you can meet with some very nice people from ASSIST. There can only be a positive outcome if you decide to apply. Do not hesitate because there is absolutely nothing to lose in just applying.” On ASSIST Member School, St. Timothy’s…

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Idil

Jeśli zastanawiasz się nad aplikacją, gorąco polecam to zrobić. Ten program zmienił moje życie.

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Krum

Dzięki ASSIST mogę spełnić marzenie wielu dzieci na całym świecie.

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Lucie

“I am experiencing best days of my life in my ASSIST school. I am very happy with my school and I don’t think there is a school that would make a better fit,” “The school year started with a great New Student Orientation Trip, where I got to meet my lovely roommate and many more…

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Nina

“It was my dream to study abroad. I love meeting new people and learning new cultures and traditions. I really love the ASSIST community, they’re literally like my second family. I want to encourage you to give it a shot because it’s really, really worth it!”

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Petra

“I am profoundly grateful for the opportunities, growth, and invaluable experiences that your gift has afforded me.”

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ASSIST Alumni Extraordinary leaders, driving transformation for good.

Ubah Ali

Ubah Ali is a social activist and educator from Somaliland, who campaigns against female genital mutilation. In 2020, she was listed by the BBC as one of the world’s most influential 100 Women. Featured in BBC’s 2020 World’s Most Influential Women Founder of Rajo: Hope for Somaliland Community  Co-founder of Solace For Somaliland Girls Foundation …

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Petra Bakosova

Petra Bakosova ‘05 lives in Chicago, where she works as Chief Executive Officer at Hull Tactical, leading a finance team and wearing multiple hats as a Financial Engineer / Portfolio Manager / Chief Executive Officer. She is ​​passionate about financial econometrics, statistical modeling and machine learning. Petra is a triathlete in her free time and…

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Pia Bungarten

Director, Friedrich Ebert Foundation Refugee Counselling Program of the German Red Cross Head of UN New York Liaison Office UN Director of the International Dialogue Division

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Adam Černý

Adam is a dedicated student leader experienced in project planning, classroom management, and mentoring international students. He aims to apply leadership and management skills for collaborative team environments. He is an ancient philosophy reader, music enthusiast (Foo Fighters, Dream Theater).

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Paula Franke

“I am working in a CyberSecurity position for both IT and OT, to gain further experience in the professional field and to prepare myself for what lies ahead after my degree.” Paula was an ASSIST Scholar at Albuquerque Academy in Albuquerque, NM in 2015/2016. She studied in Montreal, Canada on an exchange year in 2021/2022…

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Gustė Gurčinaitė

2022 Rhodes Scholar B.S., NYU Abu Dhabi  M.S., University of Oxford  Young Energy Ambassador for the European Union

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Iliyan “Ilko” Hristov

Awarded 2018 Harvard Prize Book Award by Harvard Bulgaria B.B.A., American University, Bulgaria  Founder of Grow My Mail

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Georgi Klissurski

ASSIST is a life-changing opportunity, truly. My ASSIST year allowed me to explore the world, yet find what I most appreciate at home. It is a powerful experience for a young person that I wish for as many students as possible.

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Javier Moreno Marin

Thanks to ASSIST I had the opportunity to study 11th grade at Saint Andrew’s Preparatory School, in Boca Raton (FL). After a wonderful academic year in the U.S., I returned to Madrid (Spain) to finish High School and soon after started my degree in industrial engineering. Some years later, I went back to the U.S.…

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Ola Nowak

My experience with ASSIST taught me to say yes to opportunities that arise, as they may end up being life-changing and eye-opening, just like ASSIST year was to me.

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ASSIST Member Schools Making an Impact Through Our Partnership

Dołącz do szkół członkowskich, które przekształcają tę szansę w życiowy wpływ dzięki ASSIST Scholars.

Bill Mena

Dyrektor ds. relacji ze szkołami

william@assistscholars.org

Charles Cahn III

“ASSIST students make a memorable impact on Suffield Academy each year. Our community is enriched by the positive spirit and the many talents of our ASSIST Scholars. Suffield has long valued its relationship with ASSIST and enthusiastically supports the organization’s great work.”

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Robert Hershey

“Our ASSIST Scholars have made a tremendous impact on the life of our school and the way our students view the world. They arrive intent on making the most of every experience and depart having left an impressive mark on our school community.”

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D. Scott Looney

“I have been working with ASSIST for almost 25 years, at two different schools, and have been thrilled with the caliber of student they provide, and the personalized approach they take to making sure each student/school match is good. ASSIST has been terrific in partnering with our school to ensure that the experience of the…

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Bessie Speers

“I have been in education for over thirty years and have been fortunate to welcome and get to know dozens of ASSIST scholars as part of school communities. All of these ASSIST students have been truly incredible people. While they are each unique individuals, coming from different countries, backgrounds, and cultures, what they share in…

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Jim Ventre

“Please accept my most tremendous respect and gratitude for the commitment, due diligence, and leadership the ASSIST program has cultivated on behalf of our schools. Most significantly, ASSIST is inextricably linked with our need to invite a more diverse student body to our communities. With limited resources available for international travel, our schools are most…

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Suzanne Walker Buck

“For numerous years Western Reserve Academy has benefited enormously from the ASSIST students who enrich our school. Intelligent, thoughtful, and most importantly, engaged, ASSIST scholars immerse themselves fully in our living and learning environment. Their unique perspectives and experiences are valued by students and faculty alike. Partnering with ASSIST ensures a global network that is…

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