April 5, 2021 in News
Betty Thai’s honors thesis focuses on how study abroad programs, especially those based in China, benefit students through authentic cultural exchange. (Photo courtesy of Betty Thai)
Following her travels studying abroad in Beijing in Spring 2019 that sparked a passion for learning about new people and cultures, Betty Thai’s interest in foreign service flourished. Having enjoyed the opportunity to meet new people and learn about different cultures, Thai was eager for another chance to travel abroad in the future.
After studying abroad, Thai attended a networking event held by Delta Phi Epsilon, USC’s Foreign Service Society, where she learned more about career opportunities in foreign service from professionals currently working in the field. During the event, Thai became increasingly fascinated with international career opportunities, particularly the opportunity to travel and change careers frequently.