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International Student Profiles
Stories from current students and alumni.
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International Student Profiles
Stories from current students and alumni.
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International Student Profiles
Stories from current students and alumni.
International Student Profiles
We know that SUNY Plattsburgh international students find life-changing benefits when they choose to study here with us. But don’t take our word for it. We hope you will be inspired by stories from current students and alumni as you think about all that you will accomplish!
Current International Students
We are proud to enroll 250+ international students representing more than 70 countries. We invite you to chat with them to hear how studying at SUNY Plattsburgh is changing their lives.
Alumni
SUNY Plattsburgh international alumni are all over the world, using the strong foundation they received during their undergraduate years to make their world a better place. Read their stories below, and imagine what you will accomplish!
- Jasmin A., Sri Lanka
Degree earned: B.S., chemistry (2011)
Involvement at SUNY Plattsburgh: Student association senator, member of the chemical society
Further education: Ph.D, chemistry
Current position: Transformation leader at Sanofi pharmaceutical company in Frankfurt, GermanyExplore our academic programs in:
- Marcela B., Brazil
Degree earned: B.A., magazine journalism (2014)
Involvement at SUNY Plattsburgh: President, Club International
Further education: M.S., publishing
Current position: Associate Manager of Business Development at Y&R Advertising company in New York City"Plattsburgh had international students from all over the world. It exposed me to different cultures and backgrounds, which has helped me because I work with a diverse group of staff. SUNY Plattsburgh was essential to my growth, when I left Plattsburgh I was not the same Marcela as when I first started."
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- Sasha B., Jamaica
Degree earned: B.A., medical technology and biochemistry (2017)
Involvement at SUNY Plattsburgh: Club International, rugby, Club Caribbean
Current position: Medical lab scientist at Berkshire Health Systems in Pittsfield, Massachusetts"There were no disadvantages to studying at SUNY Plattsburgh. I would recommend it to everyone. I got good exposure to American culture, both in Plattsburgh and surrounding states."
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- Henrique C., Brazil
Degree earned: B.A., computer science (2014)
Involvement at SUNY Plattsburgh: Bluegrass Club, Software Engineering Club, Anime Club
Current position: Software developer at Jussi — The Business Agency in Sao Paulo, Brazil“The campus was great, the community was very welcoming, and the [Global Education] office was also always available for me. I also had a chance to be with a PICL friendship family… I had a good experience with the family over there. We bonded — it was really nice!”
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- Ameet K., Pakistan
“SUNY Plattsburgh’s biggest asset is their faculty. In my experience, the instructors
are always eager to help students not only inside the classroom but outside as well.
I have also had a positive experience with the U.S. classroom environment. I think
it encourages students to think critically and challenges them to learn independently.
The most rewarding part of my time here has been my extracurricular activities. I’ve
been able to apply knowledge learned in the classroom to the real world, and my experiences
in clubs and organizations have helped me excel tremendously in my academics.” - Vinamarata “Winnie” K., India
Degree earned: B.A., gender & women’s studies (2011)
Involvement at SUNY Plattsburgh: Adirondack Humane Society volunteer, Plattsburgh recreation department volunteer, Plattsburgh Interfaith Food Pantry, vice president of a campus feminist organization
Further education: M.A. in women’s, gender and sexuality studies at University of Cincinnati; currently pursuing Ph.D. in English and comparative language at University of Cincinnati
Current position: Instructor at University of Cincinnati; science research fellow at U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission in Washington, D.C.“Cost and affordability was a really great factor involved in choosing Plattsburgh, and also the fact that they were willing to transfer almost all of my courses as I was an international transfer. The international student office was really approachable.
The fact that it was close to the Canadian border was also part of the appeal, because that meant that I was not only interacting with people from all over the world who came to study at SUNY Plattsburgh, but I was also being influenced a little bit by the French-Canadian culture.”
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- Zakiya K., Kenya
“My professors used a variety of methods to teach to help us be successful. With my
major in particular, there was a lot of hands-on learning and learning outside of
the classroom that I enjoyed. Everything that we learned was extremely relevant to
my environment and to current global and local issues.” - Lyndelle L., Dominica
Degree earned: B.S., chemistry (2004)
Involvement at SUNY Plattsburgh: Gospel choir, student admissions ambassador
Further education: M.S. in chemistry and master’s in public health at University of Vermont
Current position: Research technician and project coordinator at the University of Vermont“A small campus developed that community feeling for me and I really appreciated that.”
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- Patrick M., China
Degree earned: B.S., international trade and business (2010)
Current position: Chief risk officer at Zhenjiang Hearst Asset Management Limited in Wenzhou, China“I had two choices: go to the U.S. or go to the U.K. I think the U.S. is more open-minded. I studied there for 1.5 years, and I think the people, the students, the professors, and the dining are very, very nice.”
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- Calebphin N., Ghana
“Carpé diem translates to ‘seize the day.’ This quote has been the driving force of
my involvement on campus. I try to seize every opportunity to get to know other people
and get to experience all the events on campus. I’ve attended the Involvement Fairs
to meet and engage with the over 100 clubs and organizations, joined Honor Societies,
and joined the Student Association government, which is my favorite office on campus.” - Danish R., Pakistan
“Plattsburgh has a wonderful student-to-faculty ratio, which makes it very easy to
get one-on-one interactions with professors. Every professor encourages students to
use their office hours or to stay at the end of lectures to ask any questions. They
not only care about your academic success but also your wellbeing.” - Vania R., Bolivia
Degree earned: B.S., chemistry (2004)
Involvement at SUNY Plattsburgh: Gospel choir, student admissions ambassador
Further education: M.S. in chemistry and master’s in public health at University of Vermont
Current position: Research technician and project coordinator at the University of Vermont“There is so much more to education and life than just the brand. People were so responsive at the Global Education Office, which was not the case with other universities that I started emailing. Everyone was just so nice. I got to experience New York state, not just as New York City.”
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- Abhey S., India
“SUNY Plattsburgh is a place where you make another family — a home away from home.
You receive care, respect and a sense of belonging when you arrive. Plattsburgh also
increased my knowledge about everything that I wanted to learn in America. Through
the college, I got opportunities to go to several conferences and have also presented
for SUNY central. Most importantly, working directly with students from all over the
world has been the best way to learn with a global perspective.” - Safa S., India
“In my four years here, the Global Education Office has supported me a lot. Whether it was for my academics, extracurricular activities, or my personal life, they made sure my journey here was smooth.”
- Umi S., Japan
“One of the reasons why I chose SUNY Plattsburgh is that this college offers various majors and courses on topics which you cannot learn about in Japan. I wanted to learn about gender studies when I was in Japan, but Japanese colleges do not have majors or many class options about gender studies as they do here. Also, so many international students from various countries are studying at SUNY Plattsburgh, and I learn about their cultures by having meals, attending events, or talking together. I like the opportunity for cross-cultural communication so much!”
- Beza T., Ethiopia
“The benefit of attending a small, predominantly undergraduate institution like SUNY
Plattsburgh is the student’s ability to easily access their professors through office
hours or just running into them in the hallway! I started doing research by simply
going to my professor’s office and asking. Since then, my personal and professional
life has been transformed in a very positive way. Through my work with one of my chemistry
professors, I have been able to attend and present at regional and national conferences,
win awards from my department and external sources, and receive a paid, competitive
summer fellowship that allowed me to gain more research experience beyond Plattsburgh!” - Le Peng T., Malaysia
“SUNY Plattsburgh’s tuition is lower than most colleges I applied to, yet I have access
to dedicated lecturers and an abundance of resources. To make college even more financially
affordable, this school is more generous than usual in terms of scholarships. On-campus
job opportunities are aplenty, too. The suburban setting also means there is more
space for every student — space to wander around, explore and be creative. I may not
have the same free space to explore in cities. I spent pretty much my whole life growing
up in a city, so I really appreciate the lush surroundings here and the opportunity
to roam around freely. I actually prefer to have my class at the furthest spot from
my dorm so I can enjoy the sights along the way.” - Amanogho U., Nigeria
“The SUNY Plattsburgh experience is very exciting. On the first day of orientation,
students are met with warm welcomes and assistance with settling down into university
life. During the Global Education Office orientation, I learned a lot about U.S. customs
and what it would be like living in the U.S. The support didn’t stop at orientation,
though. During the semester, students can come in during certain hours every weekday
to meet with the staff for assistance and support. The Global Educational Office is
always ready to help. Whether you want to see the world or develop yourself, Plattsburgh
makes it possible. I believe our school is a good value for its cost.” - Jahfarie W., Jamaica
“There are a lot of opportunities for growth at SUNY Plattsburgh. The faculty and
staff here pull that hidden potential out of you, and you will discover things in
yourself that you didn’t know you had. No one here is made to feel less than, and
if you are struggling, whether academically or mentally, there is a lot of support
here on campus.” - Perliter W., Dominica
Degree earned: B.S./B.A., international business/Spanish (2006)
Involvement at SUNY Plattsburgh: Gospel choir, Club Caribbean
Further education: M.B.A. at University of Maryland, College Park
Current position: Vice president of accreditation at the Accreditation Council for Independent Colleges and Schools“As a parent, if you pay the tuition out of pocket, SUNY Plattsburgh is a great university.”
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