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Jacqueline LaBerge


PSU Russian Flagship Alumni

Certification: Language Flagship Certified Global Professional

Honors and Awards: Boren Scholarship Recipient, 2012-2013; Russian Overseas Flagship, 2012-2013

International Internship: 
Liki Rossii, Information and Publishing Firm

What do you plan to do with your fluency in Russian?
I would like to use my Russian as an officer in the State Department.

What attracted you to RFP?
I liked the opportunities it presents to study abroad, as well as the opportunities for students to achieve fluency in Russian.

What’s the best aspect of being in RFP?
I like the fact that all the teachers and staff in the program are committed to student excellence, and that I have the support and advice I need to achieve my goals.

Why is fluency in Russian important to you?
I don't want to study Russian only in a classroom. I want to live it, to be able to interact with Russian-speakers, and use my knowledge to make a difference for someone, which can only be possible through language fluency and extensive knowledge of Russian culture.

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Education
  • BA English (2005)
  • BA, Russian (2013)
  • Advanced Proficiency in Russian Certificate (2013)