Most of them don’t know that …
I am a former competitive ballroom dancer. I represented my home country Hungary as a member of the Savaria Dancesport team at international dance competitions in the Latin American ballroom. I hold several national and international titles and I retired at the age of 15.
I am inspired to advocate social change because …
I moved to Italy from Hungary when I was 15 and then moved to the United States when I was 19. Through the transitions, I have noticed many common cultural differences, inequalities, and social justice issues. Some of them touched me deeply and personally, such as bullying or economic inequalities. These cast a shadow on the world in which I imagined one day. When I got to Lynn University I decided to study international communication so that one day I would use my skills to make a difference.
I help the students to gain new cultural and social perspectives, …
I often encourage and require my students to attend events on and off campus that expose them to unfamiliar constructs. The options I propose include stays abroad, internships and programming in our Social Impact Lab.
As a multilingual Hungarian citizen living abroad, I also take my students on “intercultural trips” trying to share personal experiences so they can explore the world in both traditional and digital settings. Together we immerse ourselves in key conversations that address various political, economic, social, and cultural systems in role-plays, testimonials, debates, and other structured contexts.
My advice to the next generation of innovators is …
Be hungry, never stop learning, and understand the power of serving others. There is no such thing as “pure happiness”. For me, happiness is the place where preparation meets opportunities. Hence, I encourage the next generation to invest in themselves, using every opportunity in and out of the classroom to develop their identity and purpose in their respective societies.
While students don’t always want to hear it, sometimes it involves giving up on TV shows or social media. However, I can promise you that for a healthy, balanced and ultimately successful life it is essential to be well-rounded, civilized and open-minded.
