Ciao everyone! This fall, I've been given the incredible opportunity to study abroad at Venice International University through Rice's Globalization Program! This is an experience I've worked hard to earn and one that will shape both my education and my future career. And it's just around the corner! My flight leaves on September 5th, and I'm humbly asking for any assistance that can be given.

Venice isn't just a beautiful place to study; VIU brings together students from universities across the world to tackle global challenges through an interdisciplinary lens. Between coursework, cultural immersion, and the connections I'll build with peers from dozens of countries, this semester will push me to think bigger about business, culture, and the world than any classroom in Houston could.

That said, studying abroad comes with real costs beyond tuition: flights, housing, meals, local transportation, and the day-to-day expenses. I want to fully immerse myself in the experience and lessen the financial burden as much as possible. I'm reaching out to my community to help make this dream possible.

Any amount helps, whether it's $10 or $100, every contribution brings me closer to Venice. And beyond donations, sharing this campaign with your own network means just as much.

Thank you for believing in me and supporting this next chapter. I can't wait to share the experience with all of you. Grazie mille!