Going to IEU

How does a student go from the classroom to working on Spain’s biggest productions? In this episode, Sergio Sempere, a BBALLB graduate and young entrepreneur, shares how IE University’s environment, hands-on learning, and early opportunities led him to MasterChef , Sony Music, and a TikTok format with 700M views. Now he’s building his own entertainment venture shaped for the digital era. A quick,...

How close are we to AI surpassing human intelligence? In this episode of Going to IEU, faculty manager Charles Kushner explores this interesting question, analyzing whether artificial intelligence can truly replace human creativity, reasoning and lived experience. From the Strawberry Test—a simple way to reveal AI’s blind spots—to parallels found in sci-fi tropes on shows like Star Wars and Futura...

Can entrepreneurship be taught? In this Going to IEU episode, we explore this complex question with Maya Kumar, an assistant professor at IE Business School, and Gabriela Caso, an academic coordinator and entrepreneur. Together, these professionals contemplate how academia shapes entrepreneurial minds. They emphasize that success rarely happens overnight. It requires trial and error, knowing when...

In this episode of our Going to IE University podcast, we join IE University students Emanuel Mayagoitya and Clara Navarro as they share their extraordinary experiences on the IE Transformational Leadership Journey in Nepal. Both are second-year students—Emanuel is pursuing a Bachelor in International Relations and Clara is working towards a Dual Degree in Business Administration & Internation...

In this episode of our Going to IEU Podcast, we welcome Dr. Goretti González, professor at IE School of Humanities, to share her view of the humanities, why they’re important and how they’re essential to our digital age. For Dr. González, the humanities are the bedrock of humanity. She shares how technology and the humanities overlap and how this is reflected in the new Bachelor in Humanities. Wha...

This episode features Haley Damm-Hamblin, junior manager of the financial aid department at IE University. Haley explains the different types of financial aid, who is eligible and how to apply, as well as giving some tips for a successful application. Find out about the different types of scholarships, learn how financial aid contributes to diversity and inclusion, and hear success stories from th...

Helena Reyes is the junior manager of Student Services for undergraduates at IE University. The alum-turned-administrator draws on her own experiences of traveling from Colombia to Spain for her studies to support international students through the immigration and relocation processes. For Helena, the Student Services department is an essential part of the academic experience. She explains the inv...

The Global Markets team is the crucial first point of contact with prospective students, helping them through the application process and expanding IE University’s reach. Through a network of local offices, the Global Markets team makes the transition from high school to IE University as seamless as possible so that students can make the most of their experience with us. ----- Conoce al Equipo de...

Veronica spoke to Isabel de Valenzuela, a first-year Bachelor in Computer Science & Artificial Intelligence student from Spain. She first applied to be a CIVICA ambassador because the position looked fun and unique—and she got in! By being a part of CIVICA, Isabel has had the opportunity to meet talented people from all corners of the world and of all different ages, programs and experiences....

Angela Brito Gorriti is a fourth year Bachelor in Data and Business Analytics student and the President for the Undergrad Chapter of IE University’s Women in Business Club. Originally from Madrid in Spain, she grew up in Canada and Australia. Angela joined Women in Business in her first year in an effort to meet more people, and says it’s one of the best things she’s done at IE University. It’s al...

The Going to IEU Podcast is back. This time we are joined by guest Clint Goodrich, IE University’s Executive Director of Sports and Well-Being, professor on leadership through sports and head of men’s basketball. To Clint, the Sports and Well-Being Center is a space to engage in athletic and well-being activities, regardless of skill level or experience. IE University students have the chance to p...

Our Segovia campus, the Convent of Santa Cruz la Real, has a rich history. Built in 1218 as a monastery, it’s also been a prison, an orphanage and a hospice. Today, it offers all the high-tech facilities of a modern university, while retaining its historic features—reflecting one of IE University’s core values; sustainability. The ancient city of Segovia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1985, i...

In episode 14 of the “Going to IEU” podcast, your host, Nick Besso, chats to Dyanna Rivera, a Bachelor in Computer Science & Artificial Intelligence student, about her experiences at IE University and her thoughts on the present and future of artificial intelligence (AI). Dyanna’s path to computer science has been an unconventional one. Discussing the reasons behind her choice to study at IE U...

In this episode of the “Going to IEU” podcast, host Ida Nydelius asks Abdul Salam, a 22-year-old from Pakistan and former IEU Student Government president, 50 questions that tell all about his experience as a student at IE University. Abdul is pursuing the Dual Degree in Business Administration and Data & Business Analytics. With an entrepreneurial spirit and mind, Abdul plans to launch his ow...

Are you looking to embark on your first professional experience? Do you need support securing your dream role upon graduation? If so, be sure to tune in to our latest episode of the #GoingtoIEU podcast with your host Ida Nydelius. This week, Ida meets up with Carlos Diez Rodriguez, Director of Career Services at IE University, to talk us through how the IE Talent & Careers team can support you...

We welcome back our host Ida Nydelius for our eleventh (yes, eleventh!) #GoingtoIEU podcast. In this episode, Ida catches up with Johanna Jakobi, a third-year student of the Dual Degree in Business Administration + International Relations and current student government president at IE University. Still unsure about what her future entails, Johanna talks us through what she’s done to broaden her ho...

In the latest “Going to IEU” podcast, we’re joined by Juan Barrio Martin, Director of Sports and Well-being at IE University. As we delve into campus sports and athletic activities with Juan, he tells us how a new department was created specifically because our student community told him they wanted more sporting opportunities. Juan’s daily duties revolve around the logistics of sports and physica...

We’re back with another episode of the “Going to IEU” podcast with your host, Ida Nydelius. This time, Ida is accompanied by Eniola Harrison, Head of Programs and Partnerships at the IE Africa Center, and Felicia Appentang, Chair of the IE Africa Center. Together, they explore all there is to know about the Africa Center at IE University and how students can get involved. Founded on three core pil...

Tune into the next episode of our “Going to IEU” podcast, where your host, Ida Nydelius , is joined by Iôna de Macêdo, Professor of the Bachelor in Communications and Digital Media at IE University and experienced multilingual audiovisual industry creative executive. In this bumper episode, we delve deep into Iôna’s impressive career trajectory and, together, Iôna and Ida explore how aspiring stud...

Join us for our next “Going to IEU” podcast, with our host, Ida Nydelius. In this episode, Ida meets Marie-Thérèse Burkard, fellow student and former resident of IE University’s Segovia Campus. Won over by the charm of this small historic Spanish city, MT is the perfect guest to shine a light on all-things Segovia. From her favorite place to watch the sunrise in the mornings to her ideal coffee sp...

Your new host, Ida Nydelius, is back for the sixth episode of our “Going to IEU” podcast. Ida catches up with Luna Suwito, fourth-year Bachelor in Communication and Digital Media student who, having lived in Bali her whole life, is no stranger to feeling homesick. Together, Ida and Luna share their firsthand tips to help you navigate a new culture and find yourself at IE University. From managing...

Grab your headphones and tune into our next episode of the “Going to IEU'' podcast. We’re switching hings up for our fifth episode, as we welcome special guest host, Ida Nydelius, third-year student at IE University. Ida meets Campus Life’s Elisa Hicks, Senior Associate Director of IE University who, despite joining us in the midst of the pandemic, has not let anything stop her from making her mar...

Tune into our fourth episode of the “Going to IEU” podcast with your host, Nick Besso. In this episode, Nick catches up with Quentin Emiliano and Chiara Rodriguez, seasoned IE University students who look back fondly on their experiences as first years in Segovia. While moving to IE University in the midst of the pandemic may not have been how they originally planned to start their university expe...

In this episode of the “Going to IEU” podcast, your host, Nick Besso, caught up with Rafif Srour, Vice Dean of Programs and Academics at IE School of Human Sciences and Technology. With fourteen years of experience in teaching, research, consultancy and data analysis, Rafif was the perfect guest to come talk to us about the dynamic methodology that’s taking IE University by storm: Liquid Learning....

In this episode of the “Going to IEU” podcast, your host, Nick Besso, speaks to Bachelor in Philosophy, Politics, Law & Economics student, Ida Nyedelius. Ida is a third-year student, now studying in Madrid after spending her first two years at the Segovia campus. Ida shares comments on her life at IE University, where no two days are the same. A dedicated member of the IE Arts Club, Ida served...