Posts by Era Schrepfer
Alumni Impact: Meet Zion Walter

My name is Ndife Zion Walter from Nigeria. I participated in the 2021 Study of the U.S Institute (SUSI) for Student Leaders on Education and Future of Work. My SUSI journey was unique. It provided a remarkable opportunity for me to experience high level training, make international friends for my personal and professional development, and have international experiences that exposed me to system thinking.  I cannot leave out the special bond my SUSI Cohort shares—it's something “home"—thanks to FIUTS…

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Era Schrepfer
Shreyas & Mason: A FIUTS Friendship Connection

The FIUTS Friendship Connection Program matches a student with a local member of the Seattle-area community. While the Program does not include a homestay, a Friendship Connection host will help their student get to know Seattle and have the opportunity to meet in-person for occasional hospitality when it’s safe to do so…

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Era Schrepfer
FIUTS Leads 2020: Reflecting on Student Leadership Development

On Friday May 22, 2020, FIUTS facilitators and community members joined together at FIUTS Leads, an annual leadership conference led by the FIUTS Student Board. During the conference, participants explored professional leadership development through workshops, a series of games, and a panel discussion. Kathryn Zhang, former FIUTS Programming and Leadership Committee Co-Chair, shares her reflections on the conference...

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Era Schrepfer