Stephanie Arbogast, International Studies, Global Health Track
With a keen interest in health and development issues in the global south I am particularly interested in Canada’s approach to finding solutions to these issues, and furthermore, how Canada’s approach to development might differ from those of the US.
Degree Exp: 2009

Myles Brenner, Political Science
The interdependence of the Canada-US economies, and our joint efforts in protecting North America and our freedoms abroad, make understanding the Canada-US relationship very important. I am most interested in Canada's effect on our economy here in the Pacific Northwest, which also includes border issues and the movement of people / goods. In working with the Canadian Studies Center, I hope to get a better grasp of what the future holds in these fields.
Degree Exp: Spring 2009
Myles skiing at Whistler mountain resort in British Columbia, Winter 2007.

Daniel Miller, International Studies
I am currently an undergraduate student at the University of Washington of course, Majoring in French while minoring in Arabic (Near Eastern Languages & Civilization) and International Studies. I have been studying abroad since June of this year in both Egypt and France and I am very excited to continue my experience to Ottawa where I can add further to my experiences and knowledge of cultures and people. I am very interested in creating my own definition of our neighbor to the north, and forging more international connections and friendships that are important for the future relations of the people in North America and beyond.

Macklin Nguyen, Microbiology; minor, Medical History and Ethics
As I aspire to become a medical doctor, I wish to learn more about Canada's universal healthcare system and how it compares to the US. I believe that it is essential to establish dialogue between our two nations because we are neighbors and our societies are so fundamentally intertwined.
Degree Exp: June 2010

Lucas Olson, International Studies, Economics (2008-09 Killam Fellow)
I am interested in Canada because of the extremely interesting political, economic, and social relationship that exists between the US and Canada. I also believe there is a lot to learn from Canada's foreign policy, foreign policy being an area that I plan to be involved in throughout my career.
Degree Exp: Spring Quarter 2009
Lucas at the Consul General of Canada's spring 2008 student reception.

Reva Robinson, Linguistics (2008-09 Killam Fellow)
Learning to relate to people of all cultures and languages is key to being a successful linguist. For me, Canada is a great starting point for fostering cultural and linguistic understanding.
Degree Exp: June 2009
Reva in Chinatown, Vancouver during spring break, 2007.

Naama Sheffer, International Studies
I'm interested in current developments in the Arctic, including related issues of progression of Arctic melt, territoriality and sovereignty, natural resources, transportation and development, security, circumpolar international relations and changes in international law. Canada's security concerns and security cooperation with the USA, the legal status of the Northwest Passage, and Canada's claims of territoriality in the Arctic are among the issues I'm researching.
Degree Exp: Winter Quarter 2010
Naama attending the University of the Arctic Council meeting at University of Alberta, June 2008.

Barry Dewitt, Arts and Sciences Program / Mathematics
McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario
As a Canadian, I believe that my time at UW will be a very valuable cultural experience. It will equip me with a better understanding of the relationship shared by Canada and the US. Furthermore, it will help me to better understand my own cultural identity.
Killam Fellow in Residence: Spring Quarter 2009
Barry standing in front of a building at McMaster University.