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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
@mlupe
Member since 2012
I am a second year student at the University of Pennsylvania. I study Russian, Spanish, and international relations with a focus on the former Soviet Union. I am originally from New York. Studious, quiet, and kind, I enjoy exploring cities with locals and learning about culture and everyday life. I especially love to be active, whether it be hiking, swimming, boating, or skiing.
Interested in Cooking
Interested in Cycling
Fluent in English
Learning Russian
Why I'm on Couchsurfing
My mother and I hosted a wonderful French couple a few years back. Now I'm in Warsaw, Poland for the summer, and I am trying to become more active on this site again.
Music, Movies, and Books
Harry Potter, The King's Speech, Midnight in Paris, The Secret Life of Walter Mitty, My Perestroika, Moscow Doesn't Believe in Tears, Wreck in Ralph, Monster's Inc...basically anything Pixar.
One Amazing Thing I've Done
I got to attend the opening ceremonies of the World University Games in Kazan Russia in 2013. It was the most amazing event I have ever attended. Absolutely fantastic!
What I Can Share With Hosts
Language exchange, stories, and laughs. :) 3D printing designs. Enthusiasm.
My Interests
ballet, cooking, politics, ice skating, history, musicals, biking, hiking, swimming, languages