Marta Lázaro
My name is Marta Lázaro and I am from Valladolid, where I have lived and studied all my life. I am trilingual and fluent in French, Spanish and English. Because of my introduction to various cultures and languages from a young age, I have always had a passion for multiculturalism and plurilingualism. In my free time, I enjoy reading, spending time with friends and wandering around the streets of Segovia.
"IE University provides you with the rewarding opportunity to learn about other cultures while studying in Spain."
Immersed in endless possibility
Marta Lázaro has always had a passion for culture and language. Growing up in Valladolid—a city in northwest Spain—she had already started her multilingual journey by the age of three. Now, Marta speaks Spanish, English and French fluently. The early exposure to multiculturalism allowed her to grow accustomed to learning about new perspectives, enabling her to better understand how the modern world works. It’s also just one of the reasons why she decided to join IE University.
Marta was attracted by the University’s diverse community and remarkably international environment; it gave her the opportunity to learn about other different cultures while studying in her home country of Spain. Since she had always been taught in French during her formative years, Marta also wanted a chance to polish her English proficiency.
Furthermore, she also found the perfect program that combined topics in Economics and International Relations—two of her favorite subjects in high school. That’s how her unique interests led her to study the Dual Degree in Economics + International Relations. To Marta, it made perfect sense to blend the two disciplines because they are deeply interconnected. “…[the program] gives you a solid economic foundation while allowing you to understand current geopolitical and social complexities.”
With access to boundless opportunities and endless possibilities at IE University, Marta is excelling—both in and outside the classroom. There are lots of valuable resources at her disposal, and Marta is making the best use of them all. She is part of the Mentorship Society, where she is part of a team that provide guidance and assistance to future first-year students. Being a mentor has not only led her to meet new people, but also made her grow as an individual.
Marta is thankful that her experiences at IE University have empowered her to become a more open-minded and outgoing person. “Living in Segovia makes it really easy to make friends,” she says. She has made lifelong connections with people from all over the world. It’s also given her the chance to immerse herself in the professional world through internships and various IE University Labs.
When asked about a quote she feels strongly about, she mentioned “Live and let live.” This phrase is embedded in not only how she thinks, but also in how she approaches people and situations. As Marta said, “I believe that you truly begin to live in peace when you start caring more for how your life feels than how others live theirs. Everyone should focus on themselves and let others live as they deem most convenient.”
She encourages other IE University students, offering a reminder that “you have all the tools at your disposal, so make use of them.” Apart from labs, there are numerous clubs to discover and join; if it doesn’t exist yet, you can create your own. Also, there are numerous seminars available in every field you can imagine—from finance, environment, well-being and more. And that, if you want to participate in more community activities, Campus Life will show you how.
Marta hasn’t decided on the path she wants to take in the future, but she is certain that she wants to go into a career where she can use the knowledge from both her degrees. And while she has always been attracted to international institutions, she sees working in the private sector as an appealing option. Becoming a consultant or an economic advisor in an international company would be the fusion she craves for. Whatever she decides, Marta has a bright future ahead of her.
