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Student Snapshot: Matthew Seager ’27

Dickinson’s community college partnership and strong international focus brought Matthew Seager ’27 (international business & management) to campus. Internationally focused classes, opportunities for study abroad and daily interactions with international students on campus enrich his global perspective and help him prepare for a career in international development.

Hometown:

Germantown, Md.

High school:

Clarksburg High School.

Major:

International Business & Management, with a minor in Spanish.

 Honors/scholarships/awards:

Dickinson Community College Partnership Initiative Scholarship and Macklin Business Institute Transfer Scholarship (Montgomery College).

Why/how I chose Dickinson:

(Montgomery College), combined with its location in Carlisle, vibrant community, strong study-abroad programs and international focus made it the most attractive choice for me.

Favorite class/learning experience:

Spanish 202 has helped me express myself, share ideas and connect with international students who speak Spanish. .

Best thing about my Dickinson experience so far:

My network of international students continually broadens my global perspective and deepens my cultural understanding. Through our shared experiences, I gain insight into more than 10 different countries and the unique beauty each one offers every single day.

Favorite professor:

Instructor of Spanish & Portuguese Julie Lesman’s enthusiasm and consistency turn a classroom credit into a motivation to grow and progress in the understanding of a foreign language.

Post-Dickinson plans:

I plan to start my career in international development and potentially land in places like IDA, World Bank or IDB.

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Published November 4, 2025