Women’s soccer is taking over. The 2015 U.S. – Japan world cup final drew over 25 million viewers, and these numbers are only predicted to continue growing. On the collegiate level, USC boasts a promising soccer team which this year is strengthened by three players from the international community.

In order to introduce you to this diverse trio of international soccer heroes, the OIS will be publishing a weekly interview with each of the players. In this second post in the series, we interview Olga Langenskiöld, the well-spoken Swedish striker who dreams of a career in Sports Public Relations.

1. Name: Olga Langenskiöld

2. Major: PR, Public Relations

3. Home country: Stockholm, Sweden

4. Position: Forward

5. Years playing soccer: 14

6. What got you started playing soccer? I came home one day after school and told my parents that I wanted to play soccer, I started playing for a team the day after that and I have played soccer ever since.

7. What 1-2 things have been the biggest adjustments that you’ve experienced since moving to Los Angeles from your home country? Trying to adapt to the English language, constantly thinking and speaking English.

8. What advice would you give to first year International students who are new to USC? I would advise people to really take advantage of all resources provided by USC and not be afraid to reach out to other students, especially other international students. It takes a while to transition to the American school system. Try to not get to stressed out, you will learn eventually!

9. What has been your favorite part about living in the United States so far? The food! Restaurants like Blaze Pizza, Shake Shack and free refills at restaurants. I also love meeting and getting to know so many cool people from all over the U.S. and other countries.

10. What are your career goals, both personally and professionally (soccer/academic)? First, I want to graduate college with at least a 3.5 GPA, then I want to pursue a career in Sports public relations. I would love to work with a professional sports team.