Global Affairs Fellows Program

Name: Angel Reddy

Email: chreddy@uw.edu

Graduation Quarter: Spring 2023

Hi everyone! My name is Angel Reddy and I will be entering my second year at UWT. I am a Biomedical Sciences major. It took me quite a while to settle on a major. Originally, I wanted to pursue creative writing. I’ve always believed in the power of storytelling. However, as I began to take chemistry courses at UWT, I realized the sciences was where I was meant to be. I loved being a lab setting and solving problems in a methodical, deliberate manner. I still love to write and plan to strengthen that skill as I move through university.

My belief in the power of stories is what lead to me to complete a study abroad in Bangalore, India. My own family in Indo-Fijian. Their stories of Fiji filled me with awe at an early age. However, they always left me feeling empty. I never felt like I belonged to Fiji or India (or even the United States at times). When I discovered a program at UW Seattle that took students to India for a month, I jumped at the opportunity. I thought I would find all the answers to my questions. Instead, I just found more questions. Which is good! The stories that I heard from locals helped to understand my identity and question it further to grow my understanding of who I am in the world.

Studying abroad opened me to the challenges of traveling abroad. Wherever we go in the world, we carry our unique identities with us. I am happy to share more information about my experience with you if you have any questions or concerns about traveling. I look forward to working with you to plan your study abroad!

 Global Ambassadors Coordinator

Name: Orie Kimura

Email: globala@uw.edu | oriek@uw.edu

Graduation Quarter: Spring 2022

Hi everyone! I am a senior student majoring in social work. I am originally from Japan and came to the United States as an international student in 2016. When I was in Japan, I joined three study abroad programs. I went to Iowa and Wisconsin states as an exchange student and Malaysia to stay with local families and learn about their customs, religions, and traditions. I also went to a public international high school in Japan. It allowed me to learn about numerous cultures and talk to other students with various backgrounds. These experiences grew my interest in learning about different cultures, experiences, and histories (Including the U.S. culture).

During my personal time, I like to explore the natural world, hike, embroider, crochet, and take care of my plants. Other than that, cooking and trying new food brings me joy. While cooking and smelling the aroma of Japanese food brings me a sense of peace in my heart, I enjoy cooking food from other cultures. I am always looking for good restaurant recommendations and cooking recipes.

I have an immense passion for advocating for marginalized and oppressed communities and learning about their lived experiences. In the Global Ambassador Program, I hope to supplement my understanding of social justice issues from a global scope with domestic and international students. As an international student, I have struggled to engage with domestic students and the school itself. Hopefully, the program provides a space where all kinds of students can come together, make connections, and develop an understanding of social justice issues. I am planning to have meetings to discuss social justice issues as well as social activities and volunteer opportunities regarding the issues. Please join us!