Isak Barrera, '27

Main extracurricular activities: Alianza, ISO, Poetry Nights, UWCUY Intern, Frisbee

Why did you choose to attend Middlebury? I wanted to be in an academic environment that fostered a global perspective. Having lived on a few different continents, I was drawn to the idea of a school that aims to equip its students with the tools to understand global issues and multiculturalism through academic and extracurricular activities. I love having the opportunity to explore other countries and meet new people through the Middlebury Schools abroad while having beautiful Vermont as my newfound home. 

Favorite study spot? The couch nook at the end of Axinn’s first floor.

Favorite food in the dining hall? Proc vegetarian chicken parmesan!

Where did you study abroad, or where would you study abroad if you could? I did my first semester of college in Copenhagen, and I will be studying abroad in Nitéroi, Brazil, over the fall, and Paris, France, over the spring.

Favorite Vermont spot? Anywhere in the mountains.

One fun fact about you or unknown talent you have: I was a Chinese Lion Dancer for two years.