Avia Weber

Avia Weber is a junior double major in International Relations and Psychology with minors in French, EALC (Chinese), and Consumer Psychology. Avia is excited to partake in the Penn Global Seminar going to Bulgaria where she will study the EU’s foreign policy strategies during times of crisis. She is interested in applying the lessons to further understand the complexities of global politics! At Penn, Avia is a member of TEDxPenn, Penn Taekwondo, and Penn Traditions. As an adoptee from China, she is deeply passionate about adoption advocacy and amplifying diverse narratives. She can be seen along the Schuylkill for a slayful jog, your local boba shop for yap sessions with friends, and anywhere in the world questing on the side 🙂   

Avia is beyond excited to… 

• Indulge in Bulgarian cuisine 
• Learn and form connections with various stakeholders in Bulgarian politics 
• Pick up some local Bulgarian phrases (survival phrases!) 
• Explore the leisure activities  
• Bring a positive energy to allow the Penn community to learn more about the overlooked charms of Bulgaria!!