BERLIN JOURNALISM STUDY-ABROAD MAY 2014 PARTICIPANTS
	KIM DANG -- Hello there! I am a junior English major with a minor in Mass Communications. Ever since I have gotten my new camera it hasn't left my side. So, when I found this program I knew that it would be the perfect opportunity for me to travel, learn, and grow. I wouldn’t say that I’m excited for this trip, but I’m overly thrilled to experience the history, people, culture and food of Germany! This is my first time out of the country so I’m definitely a little nervous, but there is a quote I read once from Susan Sontag that said “I haven’t been everywhere, but it’s on my list” and I think that this trip to Berlin is a great start.
	MARLEY BOEREMA -- Hey! I'm from Saint Augustine, Florida.  I'm a first year journalism major at the University of Florida.  In my spare time I'm usually surfing, but when I'm not in the water you'll probably find me somewhere with a camera.  I've had an interest in photography for as long as I can remember.  Last year I had a sports photography internship that really sparked my interest in the field.  I love traveling to new places and surrounding myself with unfamiliar languages and cultures.  I've been to Europe on a couple occasions, but this will be my first time in Germany.
	AUBREY STOLZENBERG -- I’m a 21-year-old journalism major and Florida native who recently transferred to the University of Florida. My interest in photography was spurred by my father who studied the subject in Europe during college. I am ecstatically looking forward to my first trip to Europe and experiencing all that Berlin has to offer. I’d like to make the most of the opportunity so feel free to contact me if you have any interest in exploring prior to or following the program.
	ERICA A. HERNANDEZ – I’m a junior studying journalism with minors in history and education. I’m interested in being a sports reporter after I graduate in May 2015 and I spend most of my time working hard towards that goal. In high school I practiced film photography and really enjoyed it so I’m excited to using some of those skills again. I can’t wait to explore and photograph Berlin with my fellow Gators! I’m planning on traveling around Europe a bit the two weeks before the course starts. Let me know if you’re interested in joining me.
	SHAYLA O’KEEFFE -- Hi everyone! I am 21 years old, studying criminology and minoring in anthropology. I absolutely love photography, however. I am in the process of starting my own photography business. I am a little nervous because I haven't been out of the country on my own before, but I am definitely beyond excited to go! I have been to Ireland and Italy before and can't wait to add Germany to the list. Other than photography, I enjoy playing beach volleyball, reading crime novels, watching crime shows, and laughing! I can't wait to meet everyone else!
	ALLISON DEUTCH -- Hello! I'm a second year double majoring in Marketing and Advertising. I've always loved photography and am very excited to travel to Berlin to photograph the city. I've never been to Germany so I am looking forward to finally be visiting 'Deutchland.' I did not think I'd be doing much art-wise in college so this trip is a very welcome turn of events. I'll be abroad all of spring semester, so hopefully by the end of both trips I'll have a new appreciation and understanding for all these cultures.
	LEANNA SCACHETTI -- Hello! I’m a third-year Telecom News major with minors in Spanish and Latin American studies, which, unfortunately, probably won’t help me in much in Berlin. Ask any of my friends and they'll tell you the same thing: I'm the “camera girl” of the group. Don't get me wrong; I don't mind being in front of a camera, but I do find things quite fun from behind it and I’ve enjoyed photography since middle school.  I’m excited to study Photojournalism in Berlin with you all this summer to enhance my skills to pursue a career in multi-media reporting... not to mention a trip to an exciting, culturally rich, and vibrant city! I’ve been abroad a bit, but this will be my first venture into Germany! I’m excited to embark on this journey so I can work on sharing stories that matter and pictures worth a thousand (German) words."
	SHAYNA TANEN – Hello! I'm a sophomore Journalism major here at UF. I am beyond excited to immerse myself in the culture of Berlin behind the camera and through the food and art. Although I don't have much experience in photography, I have always been interested in the subject and practice of it. My main interests are cooking, reading and writing. I can't wait to meet and travel with all of you!
	ALEC CARVER -- Hey! I’m a freshman Journalism major from Tampa, Florida. I’ve always been pretty interested in art and photography, but it’s been years since the last time I was really using a camera. I think going to Berlin with a bunch of other students is probably going to change that. I’ve never been outside of North America before, so I’m really excited to see what life is like in another hemisphere. From what I can tell, Berlin seems like an amazing city and I can’t wait to swan dive into it with a camera around my neck.
	AMANDA DEMPSEY -- Hello! I’m a second year Advertising and Anthropology double major from Dade City, FL. I’m a Resident Assistant in Riker Hall and love museums. I’m not very experienced in photography but it is something I have always expressed an interest in and wanted to learn. I’ve never been to Germany but I studied abroad last summer with the CJC in Australia and absolutely fell in love with international travel. I am so beyond excited to be headed to Berlin with you all and I have no doubt that it will be an amazing experience!

MALLORY NEUMANN -- Hi, I'm a senior Food Science and Human Nutrition major with a specialization in Dietetics and a minor in Mass Communication from Miami. I am excited to travel to Berlin and try out my photography skills while learning about another culture and meeting other UF students. In my free time I enjoy eating... can't wait to check out the food!

MICHAEL STONE -- Michael is a master’s student in health/science communication. He also teaches undergraduate journalism classes at UF and is involved in other media endeavors. He worked as an online journalist and editor in Atlanta for two years before starting graduate school. In addition, he has experience with a few print publications. He earned his bachelor’s in journalism from Middle Tennessee State University in 2010. You can contact him through his website, MichaelStoneOnline.com.

	BRENDA BRITO -- I am a senior here at UF studying Telecommunications. I was born and raised in Peru and moved to the United States six years ago. I am very excited about taking this photography class since it will be my first time traveling to Europe. I love to learn about different cultures and travel to new places. Can’t wait to meet you all to share this once in a lifetime experience and explore the old continent!
	ADRIANA BARBAT -- Hey y'all! I'm a journalism sophomore at UF from Pompano Beach. I fell in love with Germany on a vacation in 2008, but I never got to see Berlin. I really enjoy photography, something I didn't find out until I took a photography class this year. I also love Netflix, shopping and copy-editing. I'm beyond excited to meet people, explore Berlin and improve my photography on the trip!
	XIN LI -- I am a graduate student of Telecommunication program at the College of Journalism and Communications. I come from China and have been a world traveler in the past four years, from North America to England. I am a big fan of photography and documentary production and want to make as many as friends who share similar interests. A 100 percent foodie, who is said to be an accommodating and tasteful food hunting buddy to always have around.
	JACOB NUTTING -- I am a Junior on transfer from Daytona State College majoring in Political Science and looking to expand my horizons by looking at various minors, of which journalism is an option! I will be the first from my family to go to university and I'm eager to take part in all the opportunities that this entails, similarly this is my first time leaving the country to go to any foreign nation and this is through UF's Study Abroad program. Photography and journalism have always been interests of mine and I'm eager to take part in this study abroad and meet the people of Berlin, as well as meet people with similar interests that I'll hopefully see again in my time at UF!
	SHIBEI (IRENE) DING -- I’m a master’s student in journalism. I grew up in Shenzhen, China and got my bachelor’s degree in Beijing. Travelling has been thrilling to me since a very young age and using cameras to record the trip is one of my favorites. I’ve spent a month in Britain several years ago with a bunch of schoolmates and it was amazing. I can’t wait to explore, taste and record Berlin with you guys and I’m sure we’ll have a great time together!
	DARON DEAN – Teaching Assistant – I’m the photo editor of the St. Augustine Record and a 2004 graduate of the UF College of Journalism. I’ve had internships at the Dallas Morning News and at the Anchorage Daily News. My photographs have been published in various national magazines and newspapers, including the New York Times. In fall semesters, I teach JOU4604, Advanced Photojournalism I at UF. I look forward to helping you develop and complete your projects in Berlin.
	JOHN FREEMAN -- I'm the professor taking the group to Berlin. This photo was taken during my first experience living in Germany, when I was in the second, third and fourth grades in Rodenbach, near Ramstein Air Force Base. I've grown some since then. My father was later assigned to Berlin, where I graduated from high school.  I'm a real sucker for nostalgia, and look forward to returning to this fascinating city for my 10th study-abroad trip. My family thinks that red hat belonged to my twin sister, but no one remembers why I'm wearing it.      * email: jfreeman@jou.ufl.edu