Olena Snitko

MA in Translation Studies

Class of 2016

Olena Snitko graduated from the MA in Translation Studies Program in 2016. Before enrolling in the program, Olena pursued a BA in Arabic Language, Literature, and Translation back home in the Ukraine. Olena chose to leave Ukraine to study in Doha because CHSS is “ the only institution in Qatar and the Arab world that offers a postgraduate program in translation. The curriculum balances between theory and practice which allowed me to acquire all the necessary skills for my future profession”. Although all classes are mainly conducted in English, Olena had to translate from and into Arabic which made the studying process more challenging; “being a non-native of both languages made me work twice as hard to practice constantly in order to improve my proficiency in both languages.”

As an international student at CHSS, Olena took advantage of the many student employment opportunities available on campus. Olena first works as a Library Assistant, and then transferred over to the college’s Translation and Training Center to work as a Business Support Assistant. Olena’s main responsibilities included assisting in developing clients' portfolios as well as organizing professional workshops. Olena successfully managed her working and student life, which allowed her to perform well in all she pursued; “I plan my day in advance which helps me to avoid wasting time.”