ISO Intern

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  Molly Fung (she/her/hers)

  Class of 2025 - Neuroscience & Behavior (NS&B) and Psychology, minor in College of East Asian Studies (CEAS)

  Costa Rica

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  My languages: English and Spanish

  Involvement at Wesleyan: Psychology and Neuroscience research, CEAS Outreach Program, WesReads/Maths

  Bio: Hi everyone, my name is Molly Fung and I use she/her pronouns! I'm a rising junior majoring in Neuroscience and Behavior and Psychology. I'm an international student from Costa Rica but my family’s originally from China and I’m currently trying to learn Chinese at Wes. On campus I'm involved with the CEAS Outreach Program and WesReads/Maths where I work with kids. I’m also involved with Psychology research in the Yellow Lab and Neuroscience research with Dr. Feng. Outside of school, I’m trying to learn how to crochet and I love dancing.

  I can't wait to meet you all and don't hesitate to reach out with any questions (mfung@wesleyan.edu). Welcome to Wesleyan!!

International Student Orientation Leaders (ISOLs)

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  Florina Sutanto (she/her/hers)

  Class of 2024 - East Asian Studies and Economics, minor in Data Analysis

  Indonesia

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  My languages: Bahasa Indonesia, English, some Italian, some Mandarin Chinese

  Involvement at Wesleyan: Peer Career Advisor, Olin Library, CEAS activities, Chinese Music Ensemble, Freeman Asian Scholarship Association, PERMIAS Wesleyan.

  Come ask me about: Cooking good food, study abroad, language learning, digital humanities, campus employment, class/prof recommendations.

  Bio: Hi all! My name is Florina (she/her), and I'm a rising senior majoring in East Asian Studies (Literature & Culture) and Economics, and minoring in Data Analysis. I grew up in Indonesia and have studied in Italy and Taiwan. On campus, I'm involved in the Gordon Career Center, Olin Library, the CEAS department, and various research/library groups. I love cooking with my friends, throwing a frisbee around, scuba diving, creative writing, hiking, and engaging with my favorite media (Yellowjackets, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, 2521, ORV, and more!). Please come talk to me about any of these! I'm excited to meet you all, and I hope you'll have a great time at Wes :)

  Advice for first-year international students: Take a language, music, or dance class. Read Disorientation (ig @ wes.disorientation) to learn more about Wesleyan from a critical perspective. Finally, look into program housing! 

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  Junu Lee (he/him/his)

  Class of 2025 - Computer Science and College of Film Studies, minor in Planetary Science

  Republic of Korea, United States

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  My languages: Korean and English

  Involvement at Wesleyan: A cappella (Wesleyan Spirits, Notably Sharp), band (Solar Plunge), Wesleyan orchestra (percussion), Korean language partner and TA, some student theater. 

  Come ask me about: Ask me about my majors, spending breaks on campus, getting a driver's license in the U.S., why Korea should be your next travel destination, and how much the a cappella community on campus is like Pitch Perfect.

  Bio: Hi all! My name is Junu (he/him) and I’m a rising junior from Seoul. I love movies, TV, eating, playing pool, and Carly Rae Jepsen. I'm excited to meet you all!

  Advice for first-year international students: You never know where you'll find your people on campus, so get out there!

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  Diana Zhumalieva (she/her)

  Class of 2024 - Anthropology and Psychology

  Kyrgyzstan

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  My languages: Russian, Italian, Turkish, Kyrgyz and English

  Involvement at Wesleyan: Director of FGLI Board, OISA Intern, Dean’s peer tutor, FTF and IBP mentor. 

  Come ask me about: Ask me about anything! Especially would love to talk about student activism, intercultural life on campus, navigating Wesleyan as a low-income student, and different local subcultures! If you’re interested in advocacy or languages, definitely come talk to me. :)

  Bio: Salam, I’m Diana! I’m a rising senior majoring in Anthropology and Psychology. On campus I’m involved in the FGLI Board and OISA, as well as other multiple jobs I work for. I also love dancing, singing, and just being silly with friends. Really excited to meet you all! 

  Advice for first-year international students: You got this! Embrace the ups and downs of your adjustment, and you’ll be fine! And don’t underestimate the importance of friends, they will be your biggest support on the hardest days!

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  Fernando Caballero (he/him/his)

  Class of 2026 - Computer Science and Mathematics, minor in Data Analysis

  El Salvador

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  My languages: Spanish and English

  Involvement at Wesleyan: Computer Science Research, Instructional Media Services, Soccer, Chess club. 

  Come ask me about: Anything CS/Math related - how to study, move your way around the majors. Intramural sports, especially soccer - also ask about Club Soccer scrimmages. Campus life or anything to do around Wes/ in Middletown!

  Bio: Hello Everyone! Welcome to Wesleyan! My name is Fernando (He/Him) and I am a rising sophomore majoring in Mathematics and Computer Science and minoring in Data Analysis. I grew up in San Salvador, the capital of El Salvador. Outside of School, I love drumming - I started when I was 5. I am also passionate about Football (soccer) and love kicking a ball around, but I also watch just about any sport that has a ball. I am super excited to meet you all and reach out if you have any questions! See you in the fall! 

  Advice for first-year international students: Approach your Wesleyan Life one day at a time. Don't try to do everything at once, there is time for everything, and be open to trying out new things!

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  Lera Svirydzenka (she/her/hers)

  Class of 2025 - Government and Psychology, minor in Human Rights Advocacy

  Belarus

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  My languages: Belarusian, Russian, English, Italian, and German
  
  Involvement at Wes: Standing with Ukraine, Cheerleading team, Outing club, International Students Association, IMS, CFA, Resource Center
  
  Come ask me about: About everything and anything! I'll be happy to chat about political activism on campus, East European Community and all amazing opportunities that are waiting for you at Wes. :) 
  
  Bio: Hey everyone! Welcome to Wes, I am super excited to meet you soon!! My name is Lera. I am a rising junior at Wesleyan majoring in Government and Psychology and minoring in Human Rights Advocacy. My sweet home is Belarus, but I also lived for a bit in Russia and Ukraine. I have been a political activist since a pretty young age and am exploring/creating opportunities for it at Wesleyan! Other than that I really love music, sports, food and my amazing friends. :) Please reach out for anything and everything. I will be very happy to make your transition as smooth as possible and just chat about whatever! Be assured that you are coming to an amazing place, and I can’t wait to meet y’all!!
  
  Advice for first-year international students: Please, please, please!! Don't be afraid to ask for help -- people are really happy to support you!
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  Hudson Wang (he/him/his)

  Class of 2026 - College of Letters

  Tianjin, China and Indian Springs, Alabama

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  My languages: Mandarin and English

  Involvement at Wesleyan: I play intramural soccer and I perform in theater.

  Bio: Hi everyone! My name is Hudson Wang and I use he/him pronouns. I am a rising sophomore currently majoring in the College of Letters. I grew up in Tianjin, China and attended a boarding school in Indian Springs, Alabama before coming to Wesleyan. I love being involved in theater productions and playing soccer with friends on weekends. I am excited to meet new changes and challenges in the next school year, and I cannot wait to get to know you all! Welcome to Wesleyan!!

  Advice for first-year international students: Be yourself; relax; embrace the differences.
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  Irene Tatsi (she/her/hers)

  Class of 2026 - College of Letters, minor in Economics

  Greece and Cyprus

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  My languages: Greek, English, and French

  Involvement at Wesleyan: Adolescent Sexual Health Awareness Club (ASHA), Civic Engagement, The Writing Workshop

  Come ask me about: Other than academics and general questions about freshman year, you might have other questions relating to living abroad/being in university. From the best time to go to the gym, to where to spend a gloomy day at Wesleyan, I might be able to help you out. Also, you may wonder about the social life here or the cultural differences with the U.S. Feel free to ask me whatever comes to your mind!

  Bio: Hellooooo!!! My name is Irene Tatsi (she/her) and I’m a rising sophomore. I have already declared the COL major and I’m planning on double majoring with something like Art History or Sociology, but that changes on a monthly basis... I am Greek but I lived in Cyprus for the last 6 years. On campus, I am involved with ASHA, the Adolescents Sexual Health Awareness Club, where we get to teach Sex Education in high schools! I love to partake in random activities that I find, like going to a talk or a dance show. When I am back home, I love to paint and go to the beach with my friends, read books, especially classic novels, and go on food-tasting adventures with my mum. I’d like to welcome you all to Wesleyan and I am sooo excited to meet and hear all about you.

  Advice for first-year international students: My advice for all of you would be to not worry too much and be assured that everything will fall into place. You will definitely find your people on campus. Don’t stress and try to have fun! 

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  Marouan El-Asery (he/him/his)

  Class of 2026 - Computer Science and Economics, minor in Data Analysis

  Morocco

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  My languages: French, Arabic, Moroccan Darija, Tamazight, and English

  Involvement at Wesleyan: Instructional Media Specialist in ITS, tutor at WELLP Beman Middle School, Circulation Office Assistant at Olin Library, Arabic Tutor in the Dean's Peer Tutoring Program, member of the Outing Club and Disengineering Club, and part of Wesleyan MSA. 

  Come ask me about: Clubs, jobs on campus, classes, and anything else at Wes!

  Bio: Hello everyone! I'm Marouan, a rising sophomore majoring in Computer Science and Economics. I'm from Morocco. On campus, I'm actively involved in various clubs such as the Outing Club and Wescode. Additionally, I work as an Instructional Media Specialist and hold another job at the Olin Library. Moreover, I dedicate time to tutoring at a nearby middle school. Outside of school, I enjoy surfing, swimming, and hiking. I'm excited to meet all of you and welcome you to Wesleyan! 

  Advice for first-year international students: Embrace cultural diversity, engage with fellow students, and be open-minded to different perspectives to foster a rich and inclusive experience.

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  Cecilia Foldessy-Stiegemeier (she/her/hers)

  Class of 2026 - Government and Music, minor in Global Engagement

  Hungary

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  My languages: Hungarian, English, French 

  Involvement at Wesleyan: piano, orchestra, music mentoring, member of ADP, barista at Pi, theater. 

  Come ask me about: dorm room supplies, keeping in touch with friends from home, applying to jobs on campus, best study spots, opportunities for studying abroad.

  Bio: Hi everyone! My name is Sissi, and I use she/her pronouns! I am a rising sophomore double majoring in government and (potentially) music with a Global Engagement Minor. I grew up in Hungary and in the US. On campus, I’m involved in the music and theater, and I plan on getting more involved with student activism starting next semester. Outside school I like going on long walks in nature, traveling (currently in a rainforest in Brazil!), and the usual: Netflix, and spending time with friends. I work as a barista on campus, and take pride in my latte art skills! I can’t wait to meet you all! Welcome to Wesleyan! :))

  Advice for first-year international students: 1) Moving can be a very difficult process, but everything will work out in time. 2) Embrace change. 3) Go easy on yourself.

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  Priyanshu Pokhrel (she/her/hers)

  Class of 2026 - Economics and Mathematics, minor in Data Analysis

  Nepal

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  My languages: Nepali, English, Hindi, and Korean

  Involvement at Wesleyan: Office Intern at OISA, TA for QAC 156: Working with R, Program Intern at Wesleyan Upward Bound Math-Science Program, Member of Wesleyan Korean Dance Crew 

  Come ask me about: Fellowships and study abroad grants, summer opportunities, on-campus job, international and FGLI student resources, and campus activism.

  Bio: Hi everyone! My name is Priyanshu Pokhrel and I use she/her pronouns! I am a rising sophomore majoring in Economics and Mathematics. I grew up in the bustling Kathmandu, Nepal surrounded by hills and mountains. On campus, I am involved in the Office of International Student Affairs (OISA) as an Office Intern. I also dedicate my time to the Upward Bound Program, supporting first-generation low-income high school students in the community. Outside of school, I have a passion for graphic design and content creation. I'm also an avid learner of Korean and love exploring the intricacies of data analysis. If you want to discuss my absolute favorite book, Tara Westover's "Educated," be prepared for an endless conversation! In my free time, I enjoy watching psychological thrillers and diving into the nuances of filmmaking. Feel free to reach out to me at ppokhrel@wesleyan.edu. I'm thrilled to meet you all and welcome you to Wesleyan! 

  Advice for first-year international students: Make sure to embrace cultural exchange and engage with the larger community at Wesleyan. This includes actively connecting with both domestic and international students to foster relationships that bridge diverse perspectives and cultural experiences. Always remember to put your physical and mental well-being first and seek support from resources available on campus.

   

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  Kriti Lodha (she/her/hers)

  Class of 2026 - Economics and Environmental Sciences (prospective)

  Mumbai, India

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  My languages: Hindi and English

  Involvement at Wesleyan: SHAKTI, a South-Asian students' club organization, Adolescence Sexual Health Awareness Club (ASHA), and Science-Library Assistant. 

  Come ask me about: Feel free to ask me about anything related to my major or any interesting classes that you can take during your time at Wesleyan! I'm also a big coffee-drinker so I'm always ready to share any order suggestions or close to campus coffee shops/food places. You can always feel free to ask me any questions, and if I'm unable to answer them, I'll try my best to guide you to the person who can!

  Bio: Hi everyone! I'm Kriti, from Mumbai, India and I use she/her pronouns. I am a rising sophomore majoring in Economics and Environmental Sciences (prospective). On campus I'm involved in SHAKTI, the south-asian student association and ASHA, a club focusing on improving knowledge about sexual health education in Connecticut high schools. Outside of school I love reading, playing squash, hanging out with friends, and more! I am so excited to serve as your ISOL and I can't wait to meet you all! Welcome to Wes!!! :)

  Advice for first-year international students: Give yourself and Wesleyan time, this place tends to grow on you! Embrace the new experiences that will come along your way and know that you will find the right people during your time here. Keep an open mind!

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  Kelly Yang (she/her/hers)

  Class of 2025 - Economics, minor in College of East Asian Studies (CEAS) and Data Analysis certificate

  Taiwan

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  My languages: Mandarin, Intermediate Japanese, and English

  Involvement at Wesleyan: Kpop Dance Crew, Taiwanese Student Association. 

  Come ask me about: Changing majors a lot of times, making friends as an introvert.

  Bio: Hi everyone! My name is Kelly, and I use she/her/hers pronouns! I am a rising junior majoring in Economics and minoring in East Asian studies. I grew up in Taipei, Taiwan. On campus, I have/had been a member of Kpop Dance Crew, Mixolydians (acapella group), NSO Leader, and TA for Econ and Chinese. Outside of school I love to sing, cook, and study MBTI personality types. I am so excited to meet you all! Welcome to Wes!! 

  Advice for first-year international students: Don't worry too much! Adjusting to a completely new environment is scary, but you are more tenacious than you think you are, and you will learn to adjust naturally along with your peers! And if you're worried about making friends, don't worry, I can always be your first friend at Wes :)