Uruguay Student Djean Nikitov Thankful for Opportunities at SUNY Orange

Djean Nikitov (C) cuts the ribbon to celebrate the grand opening of the new student lounge on SUNY Orange campus in Middletown, N.Y., on Aug. 28, 2023. Courtesy of SUNY Orange

When Djean Nikitov’s plane touched down on U.S. soil about two years ago, he carried with him a bag of uncertainties and hopes.

With little money in his pocket and hardly knowing anyone, he started studying at SUNY Orange in Middletown, determined to make the most of every opportunity.