06/14/2026
Ladies and gentlemen, our next islander has officially entered the villa...
This summer, Bro. Ousmane Dieng has been making moves across West Africa and Europe through the Keegan Traveling Fellowship. Between conducting independent research, meeting with representatives from organizations such as the United Nations, International Organization for Migration (IOM), government ministries, universities, NGOs, and migrants themselves, he has spent the summer gaining firsthand insight into informal migration processes and economic development. He is also completing the Gandhi-King Global Academy’s Negotiations Certification, continuing his work as a virtual substitute teacher with the Washington English Center, and making time for community service along the way.
When he’s not conducting research, Bro. Dieng can be found improving his Wolof, German, and Japanese language skills, learning to cook even more Senegalese dishes, reconnecting with family and friends, and finally making time for trips to the beach.
As for the rest of the summer? Bro. Dieng plans to continue his research, drink more smoothies by the beach, and watch Senegal win the World Cup before returning to Vanderbilt in August for Move Crew. He looks forward to bringing these experiences back to campus as he continues pursuing his interests in migration policy, international development, and diplomacy.