“International Student” Posts

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    What I’ll Miss about Doha, What I Can’t Wait For as I Study Abroad at Georgetown’s Villa Le Balze in Florence, Italy

    September 30, 2025 · By Sama Alissa (GU-Q'27)

    Ever since my first semester at GU-Q, I’ve been looking forward to going abroad. Not because I couldn’t wait to get away from GU-Q, but because I heard from upperclassmen how their study abroad experiences changed them, and I’ve always felt a longing for that feeling that they described. As my junior year was approaching, it started becoming a reality. I filled out the applications, packed my room, and left Doha knowing that I would not return for another 8 months.

    A collage of selfies, group photos, travel landmarks, a stuffed animal, and meals, featuring friends smiling together, sightseeing, cooking, and enjoying various indoor and outdoor settings.
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    Iktashif Qatar: How We Make Adventures Happen at Georgetown

    April 27, 2025 · By Lawrence Maracac (GU-Q’26)

    One adventure at a time. That’s basically how I live my life, not just in general, but especially here at Georgetown. For almost three years now, I’ve been organizing Iktashif Qatar trips, and let me tell you, they’ve been some of the most rewarding adventures I’ve had the chance to lead as a student employee.

    Five friends sit around a glass-top outdoor table at a café, smiling at the camera. Drinks and menus are on the table, and the setting is bright with warm lighting and modern decor.
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    Marhaba, Hello!

    November 18, 2021 · By Michelle Hadebe (GU-Q '25)

    My name is Siya, a first-year student at Georgetown University in Qatar (GU-Q) and a student employee in the office of admissions. I am thrilled to welcome you to our Desert Hoya blog!

    A modern cityscape at dusk with tall, uniquely designed skyscrapers, palm trees, and water reflections in the foreground under a blue, cloudy sky.