Graduate of CPS: Odeta Balla 

Master of Science in Global Studies and International Relations, ‘24 

Please provide 3 words that encapsulate your Northeastern University experience: 

diversity, dreams, commitment 

Where are you from or where do you consider home? 

Fier, Albania 

What has your journey at Northeastern University revealed to you about yourself? 

It has revealed how strong I am and how strong I can be. It has revealed my undoubtful strength to move forward. It has revealed the fact that I feared the United States before but now I am all eager to make my dreams come true. Likewise, it has taught me what a good teacher is about, they treat us like family. Furthermore, it has taught me that it is never too late to follow your dreams and always go for the best, never hesitate to leave home for a better academic opportunity! 

What motivated you to continue through challenging times in obtaining your degree? 

my dreams, my childhood dreams. 

Experiential learning is a core component of a Northeastern education. Describe some of the highlights for you. 

I believe it is amazing! For the simple fact that life is now more difficult than ever. Many of us have many other disputes with families, at home, health. Experiential learning is a wonderful impact of Northeastern, it gives everyone the chance not to stress out and continue with their dreams at the right moment! 

Where do you imagine yourself five years from now? 

Hopefully making my dreams come true- owning a business and a daughter! 

Is there anything else you wanted to say that we didn’t cover? 

I am grateful for the opportunity. 

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