I am a driven student pursuing a dual degree in Political Economy and Business/Finance with a Spanish language concentration through the Altman Scholars Program at Tulane University. I am fascinated by the intersection of policy, economics, and the everyday decisions of the consumer. I am exploring these interests through my classes, extracurriculars, and future study-abroad experiences.

On campus, I am a member of Bridge Tulane, Women in Politics, and the Tulane Club Climbing team.

I am interested in studying environmental studies or international development and I am currently undecided on my business major. My goal in the future is to help businesses integrate more sustainable practices into their production and daily operations. I enjoy being creative and collaborating with others to develop new ideas. I have fun exploring and learning new activities, such as sewing and rowing. I am excited to travel with the Altman program to develop my cultural understanding and form connections outside the United States.

My name is Luciana Villarreal. I was born and raised in Mexico City but currently live in Florida. While I’ve always been interested in business, I’ve recently become more focused on environmental issues and the consequences of years of neglect. I plan to pursue a dual degree in Business Management and Environmental Studies, aiming to merge my passions for profit and sustainability. I look forward to helping create a more sustainable future.

I am a passionate student majoring in International Relations and Finance with a strong passion for Environmental Studies. My academic interests, including studying in Campinas, Brazil, and traveling across Latin America, Europe, and Africa, have shaped my focus on the intersection of environmental change and foreign policy. I am curious to understand how sustainability impacts economic growth and am eager to contribute to solutions addressing these global challenges.

I am a Tulane University freshman pursuing a finance and economics degree with an interest in international development. I seek to further my education in these fields to gain knowledge and experience for my passion for understanding how financial strategies and economic policies can change the global community. As a member of the Altman Program in International Studies and Business, I will be honing my foreign language and international studies skills, preparing me for different perspectives in addressing global challenges. 

My name is Marcela Nearing, and I'm from Bay Head, New Jersey. I am majoring in Finance and International Relations, and my target language is French. I am passionate about exploring other cultures and mastering languages, so I cannot wait for my junior year abroad. Some of my skills include my language proficiency in French and Spanish and my ability to adapt well to new environments. I hope my studies as an Altman Scholar will allow me to obtain a global perspective and pursue my dream career as a diplomat.

Humans are complex. They are a mystery that has not been solved entirely and possibly will never be. However, many people study the humanities, social sciences, medicine, and many other subjects to try to uncover at least a little part of this mystery. I want to be one of them. 

I’m studying Finance and Asian Studies (with a concentration in Chinese), focusing on global business and cross-cultural interactions. Through my involvement in the Tulane Consulting Group, I’m developing problem-solving and strategic thinking skills. I plan to combine my academic background with practical experience in consulting or finance, particularly in international markets. Outside the classroom, I’m passionate about exercise and nutrition, always seeking new ways to challenge myself both physically and mentally.

I have taken Italian for 7 years, starting in 6th grade, and am excited to continue learning Italian. I also love to travel and learn new things, so I'm very excited to study abroad and learn about new cultures and people, both through the Altman program and my time at Tulane. I am doing a double major in liberal arts and business. I hope to work in a business field in the future, though I'm not sure exactly what yet.

I have been blessed with the opportunity to learn more about legal diplomacy, entrepreneurship, and global interconnectedness by majoring in Legal Studies in Business and International Relations. While at Tulane, I plan to organize and partake in meaningful service work and acquire a network of service-oriented and passion-driven individuals. My drive stems from my hope to become an attorney and use my knowledge to better execute supporting and advocating for victims of human trafficking. I am eager for the opportunity to travel abroad for a year and immerse myself in new cultures.