Meet TTS Scholar Eli Tausen á Lava, Class of 2022-23

Eli is pursuing a master’s degree in music theory and composition at New York University, where he’ll study with several high-profile composers including Julia Wolfe, Michael Gordon, and Caroline Shaw. After he earns his degree, Eli will focus on his career as a composer. “I’ll continue writing music for the musicians and ensembles I’ve already connected with in Europe, as well as the musicians and ensembles I’m now connecting with in…

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Meet TTS Scholar Ella Partanen, Class of 2022-23

Ella is a junior studying acting at the University of Oklahoma. Living in Bosnia-Herzegovina and Ecuador before moving to the U.S. sparked her curiosity and passion for social justice and international relations. Ella has taken courses in women and gender studies, global politics, Spanish, and Arabic. She hopes to bring about social and political change through fine arts. “I have a few projects I plan on undertaking in the close…

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Meet TTS Scholar Mari Eik, Class of 2020-21

Mari Eikis a Norwegian student who completed her undergraduate degree Magna Cum Laude in psychology from Long Island University. She is currently pursuing her Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at the University of Texas at San Antonio. She aspires to specialize in children and trauma. In her leisure time she enjoys travelling, meeting new people and spending time outdoors. What inspired your interest in mental health counseling?…

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Meet TTS Scholar Vesela Petrova, Class of 2020-21

Vesela Petrova isa Bulgarian architect with a passion for innovation and sustainability.  Vesela is a joint TTS – Fulbright Scholar in pursuit of a post-professional Master’s of Advanced Architectural Design degree from Cornell University. Can you tell us more about the time you’ve dedicated to projects in the field of education in Bulgaria, and how a Masters of Advanced Architectural Design will help you further this work? I am a…

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