Marianne paragliding over Interlaken, Switzerland

After she graduates this spring, Marianne will begin her PhD in Biology at the University of Pennsylvania with full funding.

When Marianne attended interviews for graduate programs, the first thing she was asked about was her study abroad experience.

Marianne spent fall semester 2013 conducting cancer research at the University of Geneva in Switzerland.

Marianne’s story is yet another example of how study abroad can open doors and create opportunities!