get to know your current researchers on the field
Sarah Maggie kay Mejia
Having received her undergraduate degree in Humanities, Sarah loves to learn and express her findings on the world. Having a heritage of travelers in her family, she had developed a passion for cross-cultural immersion quickly. Her goal is to highlight forgotten corners of diasporic culture across the continent. Coming from Texas in the United States, she spends her time as a nomad traveling for several weeks to each location. She loves photography, conversations over coffee, reading philosophy, and matcha lattes.
You can connect with her more by following the contact prompt listed on the home page and titling the message “Connect with Sarah.”
Travel Instagram: @sarahmaggiekay
katelyn Bertou
With her background in teaching, Katelyn is passionate about learning and sharing her findings with others. She loves experiencing new cultures through their cuisine and participating in their traditions. She is always open to new opportunities from cooking classes utilizing historical methods to using a loom to make fabric. Also from the United States, Katelyn is excited to spend weeks at a time traveling to unique locations. She loves cooking, hiking through the mountains, reading romcoms, and playing sudoku.
You can connect with her more by following the contact prompt listed on the home page and titling the message “Connect with Kate.”
Travel Instagram: @_turtlekate
Graham rogers
Graham joined the Expat Escapade effort following a time spent acquiring his undergraduate degree. He loves to explore new places! He enjoy visiting the legendary monuments, museums, and wonders to learn the incredible history of this great continent. Finally, he loves rocking out to some European heavy metal and hopes to see some of his favorite bands throughout his time in this role.
You can connect with him more by following the contact prompt listed on the home page and titling the message “Connect with Graham.”
Travel Instagram: @go_with_the_graham
Jacob Couch
Following time spent gaining his masters degree in the United States, Jacob joined our team to explore Europe’s diaspora with a wealth of experience in journalism. He enjoys hiking, camping, and all things outdoors. He is an avid traveler, having been across the world and Europe throughout his personal travels. He values advancing his education on culture throughout the locations he travels to.
You can connect with him more by following the contact prompt listed on the home page and titling your message “Connect with Jacob.”
Travel Instagram: @jcouch_surfer
ally sharp
Ally is from a small town in Kentucky. She worked as a nurse before joining our team and recently received her Bachelors in Biblical Studies. She has visited Europe frequently over the years, and is enjoying her time learning about different cultures and meeting new people. She has a love for travel, baking, running, and trying new foods.
You can connect with her more by following the contact prompt listed on the home page and titling your message “Connect with Ally.”
Travel Instagram: @allytravelistaabroad