BERLIN JOURNALISM STUDY-ABROAD
MAY 2016 PARTICIPANTS


SAVANNA KEARNEY
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Hey everybody. I'm a second-year journalism major from Stuart, Fla. I've never studied abroad before, and I've never even been to Europe so I'm really excited for this amazing experience!

 

TAMARA DOBRY -- Hi everyone! I am a first-year Telecommunication Production major at the University of Florida. I reside in South Florida. I have a passion for photography and videography. I also love music, art, and traveling! On the weekends I enjoy going on shoots with my friends at parks, the beach and downtown. I am very excited to go to Berlin and photograph the experience.
 

REBECCA SOLOVAY -- My name is Becca. I’m from Weston Florida and I’m a first year journalism student. I’ve been to Europe before but I’ve never been to Germany so I’m extremely excited to explore and learn more about the culture. I love photography and traveling so this is the perfect program for me; I can’t wait to meet you all. :)

SHAMARRIA MORRISON -- Hello! I am currently a Telecommunications Major on a News Track. I am so excited about this study abroad trip because it will give me a better perspective on where I want to go in the Telecom job field. Experiences like these are priceless and I cannot wait to share it with these wonderful people!

MOLLY DONOVAN -- I am a second-year journalism student. Last summer, I spent 6 weeks  in Paris on a mission trip with CRU at UF. That was my first taste of Europe, and I can’t wait to go back to explore another amazing country. I love telling people’s stories, so I can’t wait to do that through photography on this amazing trip. 
NATALIA PIFERRER -- I’m a third year public relations major. Traveling is something I’ve always wanted to do but never had the chance. I have never traveled outside the United States before, and I saw this as an amazing opportunity to move past the States' boundaries.  I’m very excited to learn the German culture and photograph the experience. Can’t wait to share this adventure with you all!
   
   

ERIN BURRICHTER -- Hi everyone! I am a first year student here at UF. I have been interested in cameras and photographs ever since I picked up my first camera when I was about 6 years old and I have also been traveling my entire life! I cannot wait to meet you all and return back to Europe for another adventure.

ALEXA ROMAGNOLO -- I am a second-year journalism student. I have been to Europe before but have never been to Germany, so I am really excited to experience a new city and people. I think this class is one of the most unique ways to learn and experience a culture, and I look forward to getting started! 

JUSTIN TOMPKINS -- I'm an aesthetic enthusiast and a tastemaker. I'm a photographer and filmmaker who happens to be studying journalism. I'm an avid traveler and take up any opportunity to see something new. My first time out of the country was on a backpacking trip in Japan. Berlin will mark my first time in Europe; I'm excited to visit this fine art capital of the world.  

DREA CORNEJO -- Hia! I'm a third-year journalism student and photojournalist. I have traveled to Spain, France, and Ecuador but never Germany. I decided to go on this trip the first day that Mr. Freeman talked about it in class last summer so I'm beyond excited for the opportunity. I look forward to exploring Berlin with all of you :~) 
AINESEY FOIRA -- Hey folks! My name is Ainesey, or Annie for short. I'm a third-year journalism student with an outside concentration in international relations and a passion for wildlife conservation. I used to take photography as a hobby, but I'm looking into improving my skills to take it more seriously. I am beyond excited for the opportunity to be traveling to Europe for the first time and I look forward to meeting you all. 
CHESLEIGH SLAYTON -- I am a third year public relations major. I was born and raised right here in Gainesville.  I have traveled a bit but nothing has taken me as far as Germany and I can’t wait to experience the culture. I love meeting new people and learning their stories.
KATELYN IRVIN -- Hey there! I am a fourth year English major with an interest in photojournalism. I am very interested in studying abroad and this will mark my first adventure to Europe! I can't wait to meet all of you!
KAT BOONZAIER --
Hi - I am a third year telecom major and dance minor.  I moved to the U.S. with my family from Cape Town, South Africa, and my hometown now is Fort Lauderdale.  I studied in Florence last year with the UF journalism program and got "bitten by the bug." Can't wait to experience another country with everyone! 
CHARLES HATCHER - Howdy. I am a journalism student trying to take better pictures. I was born in England, but I’ve lived in Pinellas County virtually my whole life. I’ve traveled the world a bit and have yet to go to Germany. I can’t wait to take pictures abroad.
DIANE NUNEZ - Hi guys! I'm a third year telecom production major. Born and raised in New Jersey but transferred here from Miami.  I'm a makeup artist so I've always had an obsession with photography and how to get the perfect shot, but never got into it since I was almost always behind the scenes. Now I get the opportunity to learn an awesome new craft. I've been to Europe, but never visited Germany. I'm looking forward to making new friends and creating great memories with you guys one picture at a time.
 
KAILA JONES -- Hi all. I am a third year journalism student from Jacksonville. I have only been out of the country once, and that was to the British Virgin Islands. I'm looking to improve my photojournalism skills and can't wait to spend the start of my summer in Germany! I'm looking forward to getting to know everyone in Berlin.
ISABELLA FOGLE -- I am a third year English major concentrating in Film Studies with a minor in Women's Studies. I have only been out of the country once when I was younger, but I vaguely remember it. I'm looking forward to learning a lot about Berlin and immersing myself into such a historical setting. I plan on documenting some of my experience of the city with 35mm shots and 8mm footage.
DARON DEAN – Teaching Assistant – I’m the photo director at The St. Augustine Record and a 2004 graduate of the UF College of Journalism. I’ve had internships at the Dallas Morning News and 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 12th 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