Hola! Hello! My name is Daniela Carmona and I am 20 years old. Currently, I am a sophomore at Siena College in Loudonville, New York, where I major in social work. Originally, I was born and raised in New York City, which is known as the "city that never sleeps." Growing up, I have always enjoyed going to museums, parks, and hanging out with my friends.
This semester I'll be studying abroad in Cuenca, Ecuador! I chose to study abroad in Ecuador because of an international service trip that became available to me. With this service trip, I will have the chance to learn about the importance of volunteering in the community, which will assist me in my service practices as a social worker. I applied for and received the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship, which has allowed me to not only study abroad but learn about new kinds of food, cultures and languages, too. I am forever grateful for this opportunity and I can’t wait to share this journey with you!
