Alumnus Kelly Manalo on her experience in Norwich, England
Degree: B.S. Journalism
2013 EWU Graduate
Workplace: Digital Turbine
Job title: Digital Marketing Analyst
My name is Kelly Manalo and I studied abroad in Norwich, England summer 2012 at University of East Anglia. I was there for the summer Olympics and got to cheer on Team USA women’s soccer team. I studied communication law with students from 8 different countries and 5 different continents. The summer I studied abroad I gained confidence traveling solo to three different countries and since then I have traveled to a total of 17 countries.
At uni (Brits slang for university), we debated about how different cultures and countries interpret the impact of American social media, culture and communication. We discussed how the United States’ freedom of speech influences how information is shared globally and how that sometimes contends with other cultures. These conversations helped me remain cognizant of others’ diverse understandings and interpretations.
Currently, I work in digital marketing for a global technology company called Digital Turbine. I work in tandem with co-workers from everywhere—Israel, Mexico, Germany, Australia, India and more. My exposure studying abroad has helped me come to work with a truly global company who caters to everyone, everywhere both externally and internally. It’s beautiful and I appreciate the opportunity to have my passion for travel and culture have a place in my work life.
