About Us
A view of Cesky Krumlov
Study Abroad Czech Republic is a division of Study Abroad Compass, LLC. It was established with the goal of expanding academic year, semester, and summer opportunities for students who are specifically interested in the Czech language and culture.
Our mission is to provide enriching programs in a variety of academic disciplines so that every student can find the right program. In addition to a challenging curriculum, we aim to facilitate language learning and cultural immersion through well-organized activities. Our on-site staff members have worked extensively with international groups, so our students can enjoy a stress-free experience abroad.
Study Abroad Compass is a Florida corporation fully licensed to administer study abroad programs. Our state identification number is L11000032801.
Would your institution like to cooperate with us? Or would you like to become an Agent Recruiter? We are always looking for university partners and student recruiters. Please contact Renata for more details: renata@studyabroadczech.com
Meet Our Team
Holly Bouma
Executive Director
holly@studyabroadczech.com
Holly is originally from Chicago and has extensive experience living, working, and traveling in Central Europe for 10 years after graduating from college. She has an MA Degree from Lancaster University and a BA Degree from the University of Rochester. She has worked in the field of international education for over a decade. She loves Central Europe for its rich history and strong cultural traditions, and she is passionate about helping students explore this beautiful region though study abroad.
Renata Micajova
Marketing Director
renata@studyabroadczech.com
Renata is originally from Slovakia. She holds an MA Degree from Lancaster University and a BA Degree from the State University of New York-Empire State College in cooperation with the University of New York in Prague. Before joining our team, she worked as a Corporate Affairs Manager at UNYP and as a Development Specialist at the May Institute in Boston. She has many years of professional experience in the fields of education, training and development, and she enjoys sharing her knowledge of Central Europe with our students.
Milena Weisz
Admissions Counselor
milena@studyabroadczech.com
Milena is originally from Los Angeles. She currently lives in Prague and studies at the University of New York in Prague. Before that she lived for 3 years in Wroclaw, Poland. She has great insight into living in Central Europe, so she is the best resource for our students. Her hobbies include learning languages, sports, and reading.
Mike Vail
Marketing Assistant
mike@studyabroadczech.com
Mike is an American currently living in Krakow, Poland where he is pursuing his MA in TransAtlantic Studies at Jagiellonian University. He has studied abroad in Sweden, France, and South Korea as an undergraduate at Central Connecticut State University where he graduated with a BA in International Studies and a BA in French. Mike’s other interests include hiking, kayaking, and traveling.
Olga Danyukova
Program Director in Prague
Olga is a student at the University of New York in Prague, where she is double majoring in International Relations and Business. She is originally from Russia, and she enjoys travelling to foreign countries and experiencing new cultures. Prague has been her home for the past four years. She loves meeting new Study Abroad Czech Republic students and helping them to adapt quickly to their new surroundings.
Karina Barborikova
Program Director in Bratislava
karina@studyabroadczech.com
Karina is from Slovakia and currently lives in Bratislava. She is studying business administration at the City University of Seattle in Bratislava. Before that, she studied abroad at Rollins College in Florida. She looks forward to introducing students to the language and culture of her home country. Her hobbies include playing volleyball and traveling around the world.
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