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However I studied in the heart of Europe, Brussels, I wanted to expand my horizon even further by an experience abroad. The three pillars of The Washington Center – educational and professional achievement, civic engagement and leadership – is a great combination to provide you with many and new useful competences. Also, Washington DC is not only one of the most beautiful cities I have ever been, but also the political center of the United States. In other words, it is the perfect background for this experience.
My internship at Ventana Productions, a small production company and the course Media and the Movies learned me a lot of both practical and theoretical insight in the American media. Also, I participated in a civic engagement project concerning homelessness. I had the chance to listen to former homeless people and cook at a shelter. Finally, The Washington Center invited a lot of interesting people talking about leadership and international affairs. The combination of all these experiences gave me many new strengths and reshaped my personality.
The program of The Washington Center is a one in a lifetime opportunity. I strongly encourage everyone to come to Washington DC and enjoy this exceptional experience!
Manon Van Driessche
Communication Sciences (VUB)
