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Ava Hoffman

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Ava was inspired to take her Global Citizen Year after spending her junior year abroad in Italy, living with a host family and being immersed in the local culture and language. She is interested in political activism and civic engagement outside of America, and plans to major in International Relations in college. Ava enjoys backpacking and spending time in nature, as well as cooking up new and delicious vegetarian meals.

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