Anton O'Malley, who was born in New York to a Russian mother and Irish-American father, grew up moving between the United States and Russia. He describes his experiences navigating the cultural differences between the two countries, including the challenges of learning the Russian language and adjusting to the education systems. Anton ultimately decided to attend Penn State University in the United States to pursue an aerospace engineering degree, and he discusses his favorite aspects of the campus and community, as well as his plans for the future, including potentially starting a business. Throughout the interview, Anton reflects on how his multicultural upbringing has shaped his identity and worldview.For more information about this collection please visit the Pennsylvania State University international student oral history collection.