The Beginning of a Journey (Sierra Schneidt, Denmark & Sweden)

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Sierra Schneidt

<i>Pronouns:</i> She/her <i>Home Institution:</i> University of Michigan <i>Expected Graduation:</i> 2025 <i>Major / Minor:</i> Psychology / Community Action & Social Change <i>Study Abroad Location:</i> Copenhagen, Denmark & Stockholm, Sweden <i>"Hello" in your host country's language:</i> Denmark (Danish): hej | Sweden (Swedish): hej <i>Program Provider:</i> DIS <i>Identity:</i> Middle Eastern/North African, Multiracial, First-Generation College Student <i>Future Career Goals:</i> As I have a great passion for promoting well-being and destigmatizing mental health, I plan to pursue a career as a social worker. In time, I hope to own my own private practice in the purpose of providing therapeutic care to my community. <i>Top 3 Goals for your time abroad:</i> 1. I hope to immerse myself in learning in and outside of the classroom. 2. I hope to push myself beyond my comfort zone, embrace different cultures, and make every day an adventure. 3. I hope to forge meaningful connections with my peers, instructors, and soon-to-be friends I will make while abroad.