10 Months
In Denmark
From 17 hours of daylight to just 7: ten months of Danish seasons, adventures, and discoveries in Aarhus
Where I’m From
I’m from Western Wisconsin, where my incredible parents raised me in a tight-knit community that I still call home. There’s something special about my home, especially the food and traditions – nothing beats kicking back with a Spotted Cow beer and a slow-cooked porchetta roast!
I’m blessed to have neighbors who’ve become my “found family,” cheering me on through every adventure. From my first job at Frontier Ag & Turf to my time as a local EMT, this community has shaped me, teaching me the true meaning of belonging and support.
Where I’ve Been
After graduating high school I moved to the Big Apple to attend Columbia University. There I studied Neuroscience and Art History. In my free time, I was a volunteer EMT on the campus ambulance service, where I met my boyfriend, Carlos! I worked as a biology lab TA, conducted clinical research at New York Presbyterian, and helped rural students find the resources and support to apply to Columbia.
My time at Columbia sped by, but I found amazing friends and together we made some really great memories. I’ll miss it dearly, but I’m excited for my next adventure!
Where I’m Going
Thanks to the Fulbright Student Program, I’m heading to Aarhus, Denmark for ten months to study stroke neurology.
Aarhus, Denmark’s second-largest city, is a vibrant cultural hub on the east coast of the Jutland peninsula. The city is known for its youthful energy due to a large student population, and has a lovely blend of historic charm and modern architecture. The city is home to world-class museums, a thriving food scene, and beautiful beaches—and I couldn’t be more thrilled to explore them all!
I will be conducting research at Aarhus University in the Department of Biomedicine. AU is the alma mater of several famous Danes, including Queen Margarethe II, the former queen of Denmark, and Jens Christian Skou, Nobel Laureate in Chemistry.
