Traveler Bio

Hello! I am Jackson Beauregard (pronounced "bow-ri-gard"), and I am 21 years old. I will turn 22 in late-November. I was born and raised in Frederick, Maryland. I love spending my time relaxing, playing video games, and learning new things. In the U.S, I go to school, as an undergraduate college student, at American University. I am in my fourth and final year of school, and I study political science.

This year, I get to do something extra special--I am studying abroad at the University College Dublin (UCD) in Dublin, Ireland! I currently live on campus, and I spend most of my day studying the differences between U.S. and Irish political policies. When I'm not studying, I like to explore Dublin and experience Irish culture. I am very excited to dive into the culture and history of Ireland with you, and I hope to hear about your experiences throughout your school year as well. Let's go on an adventure together!

Want to know more about how you can study or intern abroad when you are a college student? The Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program is a program of the U.S. Department of State with funding provided by the U.S. Government and supported in its implementation by the Institute of International Education (IIE). Learn more about the scholarship by clicking here!