Hans Christian Andersen, renowned Danish author, wrote The Little Mermaid, a fairy tail about a young mermaid who is willing to give up her life in the sea and her identity as a mermaid to gain a human soul.

We always knew that we had to look far ahead in order to see the big picture and don't get discouraged by momentary hurdles.

We didn't know where we were going but we knew we would arrive.

One of the most amazing buildings I've ever seen.

FIU event about globalization with former President of Poland and Novel Peace Laureate.

Family friend's folkloric procession during a Romanian wedding.

Happy to be a part of this great country. Celebrating Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness with Ignacio and Colleen.

The conversations we shared on/off campus about IR, travel, politics, goals... Christina has been there since the beginning of my University studies, we've struggled and thrived together.

Paying my respects in Our Most Sacred Shrine.

From middle school to adulthood. International Business, International Relations, Architecture.

Another great FIU opportunity. Event with Ambassador Gentry O. Smith, US Director of Foreign Missions.

Sailing to Isla Mujeres, Mexico.

Senior Spring Break discovering Mexico Lindo and its ancient history.

Supporting FIU's chapter of UN Women with my sister Sophie. These young women do great work.

Went with my mother to an event led by Member of the European Parliament Juan Carlos Girauta about current political issues of Spain and Europe.

Nathaly and I shared gorgeous views, insightful conversations and red wine while traveling Europe by train.

Who wouldn't want to be a lawyer?

Turkish American, Persian American, Spaniard American. All proud Americans, proud of our heritage and proud FIU Panther's.

From classmates to roommates to life friends.

Water always brings me serenity.

Panel Discussion on Foreign Policy and current state of affairs.

Privileged to have a tour and private lecture in the headquarters of the EEAS in Brussels.

Never stop laughing. When everything else fails, we won't.

The waiters reminded us to take a breath and relax because in France rush is not in vogue.