Five Reasons Why Premium and I Are a Perfect Match

Application for Premium Maastricht University

1. 5 REASONS WHY
PREMIUM AND I ARE
A PERFECT MATCH
Grace Behr

2. PREMIUM pushes students to grow
personally and professionally which is
exactly what I’m looking for. We Both Believe in Growth and Challenge

3. I’m eager to challenge myself beyond
the classroom, balance multiple
commitments, and learn new skills We Both Believe in Growth and Challenge

4. As a Fulbright scholar, my goal has
always been to learn, adapt, and make
the most of every opportunity (especially
this opportunity to study in Maastricht!).
Growth only happens when you step
outside your comfort zone, and I’m
ready for that challenge. We Both Believe in Growth and Challenge

5. PREMIUM’s team projects with real-life
clients mirror the way public health
problems are solved, through
cooperation and diverse expertise. We Thrive in Teamwork and
Interdisciplinary Learning

6. Working in an interdisciplinary setting
will allow me to apply my background in
psychology, epidemiology, and global
health while learning from others’
perspectives. We Thrive in Teamwork and
Interdisciplinary Learning

7. As a research assistant, I worked closely with a
small team to conduct interviews on how climate
change affects community health. As a hotline
counselor, I collaborated with a multidisciplinary
group to support people in crisis. I learned how to
listen, communicate clearly, and work toward
shared goals, which is exactly what PREMIUM
emphasizes.We Thrive in Teamwork and
Interdisciplinary Learning

8. I’m most motivated when I can turn
research into action. During my global
health fieldwork in Oaxaca, Mexico, I
observed how healthcare professionals
tailored mosquito-control strategies to
local needs. That experience showed me
how evidence can guide meaningful
change. We Care About Real-World Impact

9. I’m excited that PREMIUM projects
allow students to create real solutions
for real clients because I want my work
to make a tangible difference. We Care About Real-World Impact

10. Being open to feedback has been one of
the biggest lessons of my academic
journey. Some of the most valuable
advice I’ve received has come from
mentors and teammates who challenged
me to think differently. I now see
feedback as one of the best ways to
improve and keep moving forward.We Value Reflection and Feedback

11. I’m eager to learn from my PREMIUM
coach and teammates and to contribute
my own perspective in a supportive,
reflective environment.We Value Reflection and Feedback

12. PREMIUM looks for motivated and
dependable students, and that’s how I try to
approach everything I do. Balancing
research, classes, and volunteer work
taught me how to stay calm under pressure
and keep showing up even when things get
stressful. We Go the Extra Mile

13. Outside of school, I love photography,
CrossFit, gradening, hiking, and am always
ready to try something new. I want to grow
into a well-rounded person who brings
energy and perspective to everything I do.
That balance is what helps me work well in
teams, stay positive through challenges,
and contribute my best self to something
bigger. We Go the Extra Mile

14. PREMIUM brings together students who want to grow, learn from
others, and make an impact. That is exactly the kind of
environment where I thrive. I am excited to meet people who are
driven, reflective, and passionate about what they do. I know I
would bring curiosity, dedication, and a positive attitude to my
team. I am ready to put in the work, learn from every experience,
and make the most of what PREMIUM has to offer. Why We Belong Together