Study Abroad Ambassadors are here to help you on every step of your study abroad journey. These students are a wealth of on-the-ground knowledge about Galway and are happy to connect with future study abroad students. Shoot them an email and ask all of your pressing questions! See a full list of all ambassadors here, or scroll down to meet your Galway student ambassadors.
My name is Charlotte Fallon and I am a Sociology major and Education minor at Holy Cross. I had the opportunity to study abroad at the University of Galway in the Fall of 2024. In Galway I enjoyed listening to live traditional Irish music and walking along the promenade downtown. I was able to immerse myself in Irish culture and meet people from all over the world through my study abroad experience.
Contact: cmfall26@g.holycross.edu, charfallon1@gmail.com
Hi I’m Lillian Lyons ‘26. I’m an English and History major who studied abroad at the University of Galway in the Fall Semester 2024. I enjoy reading and writing which my semester abroad experience heavily encouraged.
Contact: lglyon26@g.holycross.edu, lglyons124@gmail.com
My name is Katie Riley and I am a Psychology major and Creative Writing minor in the class of 2026. I studied abroad in Galway, Ireland during the Spring of 2025, and had a wonderful experience. I loved exploring Ireland and traveling to other countries while abroad. One of the best parts of the experience was meeting people from all over the world, and I especially cherish the new friendships I formed with fellow Holy Cross students.
Contact: kfrile@g.holycross.edu, katierileyy13@gmail.com
My name is Abigail Clark and I am rising senior, majoring in Political Science and English on the pre-law track. I am involved in Mock Trial, The Spire newspaper, SPUD, and many other activities on campus.This past spring, I studied abroad in Galway, Ireland with 25 other Holy Cross students and could not have had a more immersive, life-changing experience in Europe. I am looking forward to meeting future students who are studying abroad and helping prepare them for the amazing months ahead!
Contact: asclar26@g.holycross.edu, abigailsclark0516@gmail.com
Hi, my name is Sarah Walicki! I am a Sociology major, double minoring in American Sign Language and Environmental Studies. I studied for the full academic year at the University of Galway. My favorite part about studying abroad was making friends with the Irish (yes they are as chatty as they seem) and meeting new Holy Cross best friends.
Contact: scwali25@g.holycross.edu, sarahwalicki@gmail.com
My name is Serena McCarthy and I am a biology & studio art double major! I studied at the University of Galway in Ireland for the Fall '23 semester and at the Siena Art Institute in Italy for the Spring '24 semester. I absolutely loved traveling around Europe and immersing myself in so many new cultures. I was able to travel to 8 countries during my abroad year!
Contact: SAMCCA25@g.holycross.edu, serena.mccarthy21@gmail.com
My name is Molly McCracken and I am studying Environmental Studies and Geoscience. I studied abroad in Galway, Ireland for the fall semester of 2023. (I also had the opportunity to go on a Maymester to Rome, Italy in 2022.) I enjoyed the accessibility of the beautiful city of Galway. I often rode my rented bike or walked into the city to explore shops, markets, pubs, street music, and more! I also learned so much in my classes in the unique Irish landscape.
Contact: MMMCCR25@g.holycross.edu, mmmolly2002@gmail.com
Hello! I'm Maggie McCracken, an Environmental Studies Major and Museum Studies Minor class of 2025. I participated in Sediments to Pediments a Geology and Architecture Maymester in Rome, Italy Summer 2022. Then, I studied abroad in Galway, Ireland in the Fall of 2023. In my time away I enjoyed continuing my major and minor (my interests) in a new setting and at the same time taking classes and field trips that were unique experiences to my host city. For example, Coastal Dynamics on the Irish beach and Material Culture (Archaeology) with real ancient Celtic artifacts. I always knew I wanted to travel and Holy Cross's study abroad program (financial aid that travels with you) made it possible for me to visit Europe!
Contact: MCMCCR25@g.holycross.edu, mcmmaggie26@gmail.com
I'm Shannon Gear. I'm an English major and a Studio Art minor at Holy Cross and I studied abroad in Galway, Ireland in the Fall of 2022! One of my favorite parts of studying abroad was getting the chance to explore Ireland. I loved getting to visit places like the Cliffs of Moher and the Aran Islands, but my favorite place turned out to the city of Galway itself. There were so many things to see and do right there in town, especially with the Christmas markets during the holiday season, and I loved being so close to all of it at the University of Galway!
Contact: sagear24@g.holycross.edu, shannongear4@gmail.com
Hello! My name is Tyler McCauley! I am a senior biology major, creative writing minor, and on the Pre-OT track. I spent the fall of my junior year in Galway, and it was the best experience of my life. I loved seeing the Cliffs of Moher, going out and exploring the beautiful countryside, or going on weekend trips to other countries! Feel free to ask me anything about study abroad!
My name is Emma Ricciardi and I am a Psychology Major. I studied abroad for the academic year in Galway, Ireland. My favorite memories from studying abroad was listening to live traditional Irish music in the local pubs, and getting to hold the baby lambs in the spring!!
Contact: Ekricc24@g.holycross.edu, Emmaricciardi718@gmail.com
Hi! My name is Carolyn Larsen and I am an Anthropology major on the pre-physician associate path at Holy Cross. I studied abroad my Junior spring semester at NUIG in Galway Ireland. I had an amazing time seeing the country and an even better time meeting the people. I have personal insight on studying abroad in Ireland as a transfer student who is pre-health and has learning differences. I would love to talk to you about my abroad experience and help answer any questions you may have! .
Contact: cslars23@g.holycross.edu, cstarrlarsen22@gmail.com
Hello, my name is Irene! My major is in psychology and I have two minors in education and dance. I studied abroad at NUI Galway in Galway, Ireland where I joined the student dance society. I had such a wonderful time in this beautiful, culturally rich city, and I gained experience that I will take with me for the rest of my life. I can't wait to help other students on their study abroad journeys!
eikach23@g.holycross.edu