'Woman, you have been all over the place! The answer is: YES'

Laura Ragazzi graduated from International Communication in 2020 and has worked in the global communications field ever since. After a few years of gaining experience, she now works as a public relations manager for a tech startup in Switzerland.

'I was born and raised in Milan and when I was 18, I decided to leave my home country and move to New York City. I wanted to find out what the buzz about the 'Big Apple' was all about. After that I moved to Beijing. There I worked as an English tutor for Chinese children. Right after China, I randomly landed in Groningen where my life changed for good.' 

'In 2020 I graduated from the programme. This was the middle of the pandemic, but we made it! Right after graduation I started working as a B2B social media and event manager for a company in the biotechnology industry in Milan. This was my very first full-time working experience. I found the field interesting but yet very technical. That is why I decided to move on to another company where I worked as a B2C marketing manager in the tourism field. This was a completely different experience, but it wasn’t a match for me. Now, I work as a public relations manager at a tech startup in Switzerland.' 

'I know what you are thinking: 'Woman, you have been all over the place!'. The answer is: YES! Once I graduated, I felt a strong need to experience as much as I could in the communication field. I wanted to understand which work position and company would be best for my personality and work ethic. Trying to find out all these elements gave me many lessons, but the one above all: growth is not a linear path. Finding out what you want to do and where you want to go as a professional can be tough but also enriching. Currently, I am still figuring out what I would like to do in the future. But for now, I am living the life I want and that will always be my priority.' 

'Looking back at my experience at Hanze UAS, I always knew I was pursuing a solid education, but after joining the workforce, I had the confirmation that Hanze gives its students the right tools needed to build strong careers. I always enjoyed the multicultural environment, the challenges, and the good vibes given by the teachers and other staff. Deciding to study International Communication is something that I will never regret. I will definitely send my future kids to the Hanze UAS one day!'