Our Recipients
Pratham Sarker
Bangladesh
Computer Science
My journey from Bangladesh to the University of New Hampshire is a reflection of my belief in learning beyond borders and connecting with different cultures. I want to share my stories, listen to others, and celebrate both our differences and shared humanity. I hope to be someone who learns and helps to create a more understanding and united world.
Duana Lama
Nepal / Ireland
Undeclared - Liberal Arts
I am half Nepali and half Irish. I love traveling!! I have spent a lot of my time growing up in the Annapurna mountain range in Nepal, Ireland and Phuket, Thailand. I am a national swimmer for Nepal and have had the opportunity of representing them on the international stage.
Tommy Ho
Vietnam
Business Administration
Involvement:
I am determined to make a positive impact on campus by sharing my culture with the community. Not only by doing presentations, but I also actively express my love for my nation and proudly share the Vietnamese music that I grew up with everyone. I strive to be engaged in multiple events that are happening to connect with interesting people.
Sophie Lorenscheit
Germany
Psychology
Involvement: Idea and Innovation Society, Women in Business, The New Hampshire Student Newspaper, German Club, Film Club
I come from Münster, Germany, where I grew up with three brothers and the dream to go to the US for College. I am very grateful that the International Engagements & Service Scholarship has made this possible for me. Being in UNH allows me to pursue my passion for equality, psychology and advocacy to eventually become a human rights attorney and help people all around the world.
During Highschool, I have engaged in promoting community, anti-discrimination and cultural responsibility through organizing events and serving as student body president; here, I aspire to take on more leadership roles and embrace my culture. That’s one of the reasons I became part of the German Club, where I can support students in improving their language skills and answer their questions about my country.
Edo van Eijden
Netherlands
Sports Management and Leadership
Involvement: Volunteer coach for the UNH Field Hockey team, Intramural Soccer and Volleyball, IESS
I am a freshman originally Laren, in the Netherlands, however at the age of 7 I moved to Jersey, UK. I have followed in my mums' footsteps of going to UNH to pursue my passion for sport. I am trying to get involved in as much of what UNH has to offer. With my goals consisting of learning a lot from being part of the Field Hockey set up here at UNH and explore as much as I can of this new culture by putting myself out there. I also passionately follow Soccer, especially my team in the Netherlands, Ajax.
Amna Zeeshan
Pakistan
Undeclared CEPS
Involvement: Research Assistantship - CRHC, Ideas and Innovation Society, Changemaker
Fellowship, IESS, Honors College, Innovation Scholars.
I’m from Islamabad, the capital of Pakistan, and I’m the first woman in my family to pursue higher education abroad. At UNH, I’m conducting research on snow hydrology with Dr. Jennifer Jacobs and working on ocean engineering research with Dr. Matthew Florence through the Innovation Scholars Program. Alongside my academics, I stay actively involved on campus through international and sustainability-focused initiatives.
I love sharing stories about Pakistan and my culture, and I enjoy connecting with people from diverse backgrounds. A little fun fact about me—I’m happiest when I’m either at the beach or hiking. I have also been deeply involved in volunteering and community initiatives throughout
high school. IESS has made my journey at UNH possible, and I plan to make use of it in the best way possible
Ryad Ouhhabi
Morocco
Physics and Astronomy
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Receiving the IESS scholarship was a pivotal moment in Ryad Ouhhabi's academic journey, as it allowed him to pursue his dream of studying physics and astronomy abroad and be a cultural representative of Morocco and its identity on a global level. Guided by a passion for the unknown, Ryad sailed across the skies towards UNH, where he made many friends from all over the world and immersed himself in the world of physics and astronomy as he always wished.
Alonso Michaud
Peru
Mechanical Engineering
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I am an International Student from Lima, Perú. I am currently studying Mechanical Engineering and have intentions in pursuing a minor in Electrical and Computer engineering in the hopes of dedicating myself to the field of either Aerospace Engineering or Medical Robotics in the future.
