Sydney B. 
Brashears

I’m a second year International Policy student at the University of Georgia. In May of 2022 I graduated from Auburn University with a B.A. in psychology and political science. The field of psychology’s understanding of the human mind and human behavior fascinates me. I believe it provides valuable insight to the field of political science’s knowledge of how governmental systems operate. My unique combination of majors provided me with a distinct perspective on the world of policy. I plan to make use of that by pursuing a career in international relations where I can establish community and cross-cultural ties to improve intergovernmental interactions and contribute to the work of nonproliferation experts.

I think my writing and communication skills are well-suited for a career in international policy. While I am extremely self-motivated and accomplish tasks efficiently when working independently, I enjoy the camaraderie and mutual support of group work settings which foster creativity. I thrive in environments with clear expectations and standards, and my driven nature pushes me to exceed them in every way; however, I also enjoy using my creative skillset for projects with fewer boundaries.