Engineering Students First to Participate in Exchange Program
Two Auburn textile engineering students have been selected as the first to participate in the Reutlingen University student exchange program in Germany. Seniors Nicole Sizemore from Holly Pond, Ala. and Rebecca Armstrong from Nashville are studying in southern Germany through mid-July.
"Reutlingen shares the high quality of programs we offer at Auburn University," says Julia Freeman, textile engineering coordinator. "Additionally, over a quarter of Reutlingen students are international students. It is a wonderful opportunity for Auburn students to enrich their lives and enhance their education."
The program allows students of fiber engineering, textile chemistry, or textile management and technology to spend a spring semester studying engineering, business, or major courses, including senior research projects.
"Reutlingen's safe, friendly atmosphere and central location for travel make it a great place to study," says Armstrong, daughter of James and Tanya Armstrong of Nashville, who was recently named to Auburn's Who's Who 2004. She expects to receive a Bachelor of Textile Management and Technology degree in August. "I would recommend this experience to anyone who wants to challenge themselves, gain courage, and have fantastic travel opportunities."
Sizemore, daughter of Richard and Sheila Sizemore of Holly Pond, plans to graduate in August with a Bachelor of Fiber Engineering degree.
"Living and traveling in Germany is allowing me to immerse myself in a another culture and enhance my perspective of the world, to experience a different type of education and practice my German language skills" says Sizemore. "I am grateful to Auburn textile engineering and Reutlingen University for the opportunity for a life-changing experience abroad."
Two Reutlingen University students will attend the fall semester at Auburn.
"Having exchange students in our classes will allow the students here on campus to benefit from the exchange program," adds Freeman. "We have few international undergrads, and the German students will add new perspectives to our classes."
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