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Meet Your Student Ambassadors | Study in Rome at JCU
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Meet Your Student Ambassadors | Study in Rome at JCU

Meet Your Student Ambassadors

Get to know your Student Ambassadors and learn more about JCU from a student’s perspective. Ask them questions about the degree program you're interested in, JCU student life, housing, career services, and much more!

Schedule an appointment or email [email protected] to connect with an ambassador.

Are you interested in becoming a Student Ambassador?
Being a Student Ambassador at JCU is an unparalleled experience that will provide JCU current students with the possibility to grow both personally and professionally. The JCU Admissions Office seeks dynamic, committed individuals who are happy to help prospective students learn more about JCU and support our office at recruitment. For more information, please see the Job Description. If you wisht to apply or to learn more, please contact [email protected].

Vishwa Parmar

Vishwa Parmar – English Literature/Creative Writing (Class of 2026)

Hometown: Vadodara, India  
My goal in life is to become a filmmaker and writer, and to hone the artist in me. I came to JCU because I wanted to become a creative individual with a sense of fulfillment. My goal was to be embraced by the knowledge I gained from the people, the city and the culture, to step out of the classroom and travel. I wanted to learn about literature, art, history and religion, meet new people and learn from them, and gain knowledge along the way. 

Elinor Piperno

Elinor Piperno – International Affairs (Class of 2026)

Hometown: Rome, Italy 
From a young age, I dreamed of studying in a multicultural environment. John Cabot University turned out to be the perfect match for me. JCU's inspiring professors and diverse student body, has profoundly shaped my academic and personal growth. Beyond my studies, I find immense joy in immersing myself in Rome’s rich tapestry of history, art, and culture. Currently, I am pursuing a degree in International Affairs, a field that aligns perfectly with my aspirations.

Carlo Flamer

Carlo Flamer - International Affairs/Business Administration (Class of 2026)

Hometown: New York, USA
Coming from the culturally diverse environment of NYC, I have always been drawn towards studying abroad, one day. I come from Italian-American parents, which made JCU the perfect fit for me. If you are searching for a school with an engaging and multicultural environment where you can meet peers from around the globe, while studying in one of the most historical and beautiful cities of the world, then JCU is the place for you!

Marina Badalamenti

Marina Badalamenti - International Affairs/Legal Studies (Class of 2026)

Hometown: Palermo, Italy
Since my exchange year in the Faroe Islands, I knew I wanted to study in an international environment. JCU gives me the chance to experience that every day, while also studying what fascinates me the most. The University has a large international community, full of students and faculty from a variety of locations.

Francesca Visconti

Francesca Visconti - Psychological Science/Legal Studies (Class of 2026)

Hometown: Naples, Italy
I was born and raised in Naples. I love the American academic system and college life, so JCU is the perfect fit for me. Here, I combine the benefits of living and studying in my home country with an American liberal arts education. John Cabot is the perfect place for that because I can follow my passion for Psychological Science and Legal Studies while living in a different, international environment.

Karla Santillana

Karla Santillana - Communications / Art & Design (Class of 2026)

Hometown: McAllen, Texas (USA)
I’m Mexican with a sparkle of Spanish heritage, but I have lived in the U.S. my whole life until I moved to Paris when I was 17. There I fell in love with Europe and knew I wanted to stay. JCU was the perfect choice for me because it allowed me to be in an international environment while still pursuing my academic goals. I’m studying Communications with a minor in Art and Design, and I can’t wait to help you with your future endeavours!

Temashengu N. Litchfield-Tshabalala

TEMASHENGU N. LITCHFIELD-TSHABALALA - English Literature/Communications (Class of 2024)

Hometown: Johannesburg/Pretoria, South Africa
I'm from South Africa and Eswatini. Before coming to JCU I thought that being a writer, a filmmaker, a literary critic and a media analyst were disconnected and I couldn't learn or do all of them. At John Cabot University, I had the opportunity to combine such different disciplines. The teaching style, academics and international space continuously open my mind to new concepts, ideas, theories, cultures and experiences.