What's happening: Ramsey High School graduate Lucas Souza ‘20 has been awarded a prestigious Fulbright Scholarship to study in Mozambique. After discovering his passion for international relations in AP Human Geography at RHS, Lucas earned his degree in International Relations from George Washington University in 2024.
Go deeper: Most recently, Lucas has been living and working in Dakar, Senegal, where he helped the displaced community of Khar Yalla establish a local bus network connecting them to the sea—their primary source of livelihood.
✍ Read Lucas’s insights on his experience at Ramsey to his journey today.
✉ Read Lucas’s Fulbright Scholar letter of selection.
Personal Connection: Lucas was a student in my class in the 5th grade, during my first year at Dater School. His journey has been truly inspiring to witness as he grew from a curious young learner into a confident and accomplished individual.
What’s next: Now fluent in four languages, Lucas will continue making a global impact as a Fulbright Scholar and ambassador for both the United States and Ramsey School District. Congratulations, Lucas! 🐏