Cheers to the Class of 2025: Schiller International University Graduation

In May, we celebrated the graduation of our Bachelor’s and Master’s students in Madrid—an emotional and unforgettable evening filled with pride, promise, and the spirit of achievement. It was a beautiful moment that captured the heart of what international education is all about.

The ceremony also featured Dr. Guy Bohane from the University of Roehampton, a key voice in our academic partnership and our shared commitment to global learning.

President and CEO Marta Muñiz Ferrer and our new Campus Director Elisa Álvarez delivered heartfelt messages about the power of community, dialogue, and lifelong learning—values that define the Schiller experience.

🏆 Award Highlights:

• Best Instructor: César San Juan

• Valedictorian: Paulina Reles Castillas

• Friedrich Schiller Award: Francesca Gadaleta Mace

A day of celebration, reflection, and community spirit marked the 2025 graduation in Heidelberg, surrounded by the stunning views of the Schlosshotel Molkenkur.

Keynote speaker Alex Mejia from UNITAR inspired our graduates to lead with humility, purpose, and a deep dedication to service—echoing the values that guide Schiller students on their global journeys.

The Friedrich Schiller Award was jointly awarded to Lujain Walid Elshamaa, Natalia Nadybska, and Ina Georgieva for co-founding the Student Communication Community—a testament to our students’ leadership and commitment to collaboration.

🎓 Valedictorians:

• Natalia Nadybska (Undergraduate)

• José Abelheira (Postgraduate)

👏 Instructor of the Year: Dr. Gerhard Bleifuss

This celebration also marked a milestone: the first Heidelberg graduation attended by Dr. Ariff, our new Academic Provost, and the special presence of Thomas Leibrecht, son of one of Schiller’s founders—a meaningful moment linking past, present, and future.

We gathered at the historic Fenway Hotel to honor our graduating class in Tampa—an event overflowing with joy, global diversity, and unforgettable moments of connection.

Keynote speaker Joe Hodges, CEO of Precision Healthcare Technology, inspired students with a powerful message about perseverance, leadership, and believing in your own path.

Our President and CEO Marta Muñiz Ferrer and Alexandra Aaron Silva joined the celebration, spotlighting the significance of this milestone in the lives of our students.

🏆 Award Highlights:

• Best Instructor: Dr. John Hennings

• Valedictorian: Marisa Sees

• Friedrich Schiller Award: Arrianna Yunnoplue

A truly moving moment came from Rasmey Srey Pich Run, our Student Council Vice President, who reflected on her journey from Cambodia with touching honesty and pride.

Thank you to Campus Director Suheily Martinez Plaza for her unwavering dedication and inspirational leadership.

In the elegant and historic Hôtel Le Marois, our Paris Campus community came together to celebrate the remarkable Class of 2025—an evening filled with elegance, pride, and global spirit.

We were honored to welcome Anne-Clémentine Larroque, historian and lecturer at IRD and Sciences Po, who offered a thought-provoking keynote that urged our students to think critically and live courageously.

🏆 Award Highlights:

• Best Instructors: Dr. Albana Canollari Baze and Dr. Ivan Manokha

• Friedrich Schiller Award: Omar Ait Abdellah
  🎓 Valedictorian: Thery Campaore

It was a proud and emotional moment for our students, faculty, families, and international community—one that reflects the strength of our global network, the power of study abroad experiences, and the transformative impact of multicultural learning.