What makes Deree stand out as a top studying choice is the transformative power of the education it offers. Studying here helps students broaden their horizons, explore their potential, and shape their personality as they follow their professional path. In essence, education at Deree offers students the values they need to invent themselves.
The real ambassadors are our alumni all around the world who bring these values to life on a daily basis through their forward-thinking, innovative, creative, and responsible work. So, we got in touch with them, and asked them to share their stories with us…
We proudly present to you the Deree Alumni Stories; testimonials of the real Deree experience through the eyes of the people who know it best!
Click on the alumni photos below to watch their interviews and hear their stories!
After spending her school years at Pierce, Lydia chose Deree for her Music Performance degree while at the same time pursuing Parallel Studies at the Greek University. Deree was instrumental in her singing as it gave her the chance to perform at Greek concerts and encouraged her to hone in on her vocal skills! Now a graduate student at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, Lydia is still grateful to Deree for teaching her respect for diversity but let us not forget that she speaks the most universal language: music! Enjoy her inspirational story in the following video!
Through Deree, Joanna became passionate about European Affairs, and got her first taste of the humanitarian world by interning at the UN Refugee Agency. She now works as a Refugee Status Determination Case Worker at the European Asylum Support Office.
Nourhan's transformation from being shy has to do with her choice to study in Deree, the warmth of the Greek culture, and her involvement in student life. After graduating with a Bachelor's in Information Technology and a minor in Philosophy, she has now spread her wings to intern in London. Watch her motivational story!
Danai has followed her life motto of "anything is possible" to this day. Her early interest in sports and acquiring a Bachelor's degree in Entrepreneurship Management, were the elements that helped her found her own business, Transition Sports. Watch her inspirational story!
Throughout Rami's academic career, he learned how to manage time and to value the importance of team work. Currently, he is an Internal Auditor at CCC, after graduating with a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and Finance. He is always looking ahead and we cannot wait to see what's his next step will be. Watch his inspirational story!
Tonia's initial career pathway changed, when she was won over by Communications. Her interaction on campus with people from various cultures, her studies in European history and Political Science , and her part time job in the Library made her who she is today. Tonia, is currently the General Manager at V+O Communication. Watch her story!
After graduating with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Information Systems and a Minor in Marketing and Advertising, Chris' love for adventure and living life to the fullest, led him to become a photographer. Watch his story to get inspired!
Today, Irena spreads the ‘toy joy’ in 30 countries, leading the game as a brand manager for emerging markets at Mattel Inc. Back to her college years, she wasn’t playing around though; she was involved in literally everything Deree offers its students! Watch her story and get inspired!
Dimitris’s love for communication strategies and photography developed into something bigger: an exciting job and a meaningful life; working as Marketing Manager for ActionAid Hellas, he is helping to build a brighter future for the children of the world.
Amalia believes there are innumerable worlds of creative expression! While studying she explored each one of these through an interdisciplinary journey that combined philosophy with the arts. Watch her story!
When he graduated, Tasos was sure he would miss his debating days and trips with fellow debaters. However, there’s something he took away with him: the talent to put ideas and arguments into action as well as the passion to make the world better, both practiced daily through his work with the UN Refugee Agency. Watch his story!
Christina studied Communication, graduating from Deree in 2011 with a BA and an MA in her hands, ready to take on the world. First stop? New York City! Watch her story here.
As a kid, he wanted to grow up to be an explorer! A stock-broker turned ethnographic filmmaker - watch Nikos' interview to find out just how far he got.
Antonis made the most out of his time at Deree. From late-hour studying in the library, to being involved in student life, he did it all and managed to craft his own vehicle for success, sailing away into an ocean of entrepreneurial opportunities.
