Travel scholars embark on transformative study abroad experiences

March 13, 2025
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Student in Barcelona

Eight CAPLA students have been named 2025 Travel Scholarship recipients. 

These students will use their awards to expand their architectural knowledge through study abroad experiences domestically and internationally. These scholarships reflect CAPLA's commitment to providing students with transformative experiences beyond the classroom, helping them develop as both designers and global citizens.

Meet some of our 2025 Travel Scholarship Recipients

 

Rigley Wach, a third-year B.Arch student, will travel to Italy. 
Charles A. Albanese, FAIA and Claire B. Albanese Travel Scholarship for Architecture

"Seeing the many architectural wonders of Italy will provide me with a wealth of knowledge I can apply to my projects," Wach said, who also plans to refine their painting skills through drawing electives. Wach hopes to eventually use these experiences to "make a difference for those with autism through my work as an architect and artist."

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Rigley Wach

 

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Mimi McVey

Mimi McVey, fourth-year B.Arch student, has post-graduation plans in mind. 
Robert and Deanna Hershberger Foreign Travel Scholarship

"I will utilize these scholarships to help fund my future plans of traveling post-graduation in pursuit of potentially working abroad and becoming more integrated in various cultures through the lens of architecture and set design," McVey said. Her scholarship will "help cover my travel expenses, making it possible for met to take full advantage of this experience." 

 

Emi Kerns, third-year B.Arch student, will travel to Italy and is looking forward to learning from Teresa Rosano, assistant professor of practice.  
Charles A. Albanese, FAIA and Claire B. Albanese Travel Scholarship for Architecture 

"I'm especially looking forward to seeing firsthand the beautiful buildings that I've been learning about in my history classes," Kerns said. "Being able to take more classes with a professor I've looked up to since my freshman year, someone who has consistently pushed me to grow, is incredibly exciting."

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Emi Kerns

 

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Joy Chou

Joy Chou, a fourth-year B.Arch student, plans to undertake a summer internship away from Tucson. 
Charles A. Albanese, FAIA and Claire B. Albanese Travel Scholarship for Architecture

"Beyond the professional growth this opportunity offers, I am also excited to immerse myself in a new architectural landscape, visit museums, and explore how different regions approach design and urban development." 

 

Sadey Bowles, a third-year B.Arch student, will travel to Orvieto, Italy.  
Charles A. Albanese, FAIA and Claire B. Albanese Travel Scholarship for Architecture

Sadey will participate in the CAPLA Abroad - Cities of the Future program this summer, living in Orvieto, Italy—a medieval town located between Florence and Rome. Students will also visit Florence, Rome, Siena, Tivoli, Venice, Verona, and Vicenza as part of the program.

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Sadey Bowles

  

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