Contact Biography Marilena brings over two decades of expertise in primary education and international student advising, drawing from a rich and diverse professional background that spans multiple countries and educational systems. Originally from Greece, Marilena holds a Bachelor’s in Nursing and a degree in Nurse Anesthesia, reflecting her commitment to academic excellence and personal growth.…
Contact Biography Dr. Mara Flamm, Ed.D has had a remarkable career spanning more than two decades in international education, marked by deep dedication, visionary leadership, and an unwavering commitment to student success. From 2007 to 2024, Mara served as the Director of International Programs at The University of the Arts (UArts), where she played a…
Biography Ha Pham is a junior in the College of Arts and Sciences studying Cognitive and Computer Science, and a first-year Master’s student in Data Science. She was born in Ishikawa, Japan and grew up in Hanoi, Vietnam. She joins ISAB to help create more sustainable changes for her international student community here, and contributes…
Biography Terhi is a senior in the College and Engineering studying Cognitive Science and Systems Engineering. She grew up in rural Finland and prior coming to Penn spent two gap years in the Swedish archipelago – a perfect location to fend off the pandemic. She is interested in mathematical modeling and understanding how humans make…
Biography Novia is a freshman at the Wharton School, interested in concentrating in behavioral economics but currently undecided. She is a Tanzanian from the region of Morogoro. For a long time, Novia has been passionate about embracing her culture and realizing the value that comes through intercultural discourse. Novia wants to help create spaces that…
Biography Lily (She/Her) is a sophomore in the School of Engineering majoring in Mechanical Engineering and Applied Mechanics. She was born and grew up in Shanghai, China before moving to Charlottesville, VA for high school and freshmen year at UVA before transferring to Penn. At Penn, she’s involved in Penn Aerial Robotics, the Penn chapter…
Biography Charity (she/her) is a junior at the University of Pennsylvania’s College of Arts and Sciences, majoring in Economics with a minor in Computer Science. Born and raised in Tema, Ghana, she is actively involved in campus organizations such as Penn Ghana, BlackGen Capital, and Growth Equity @ Penn. Charity joined ISAB to help address…
Contact Biography Niamh is an ISSS Advisor, assisting with the International Students and Scholars within Penn Global. Prior to coming to Penn, Niamh worked in Belfast, Northern Ireland as a Consular Immigration Associate for Vialto Partners. Niamh received her BA in History from Millersville University of Pennsylvania with two minors in Government and Political Affairs…
Contact Biography Melinda Massaro Ingersoll serves as an International Student and Scholar Services Advisor for the International Student and Scholars (ISSS) department. With extensive experience in international education, she specializes in program development, cross-cultural communication, immigration advising, and global learning initiatives. Melinda holds a Master of Science in Student Personnel Administration from the State University…
Contact Biography Aaron DeBruin is the International Student and Scholar Coordinator (ISSC) at ISSS. Before joining ISSS as the temporary Resource Coordinator in February 2008, Aaron had moved to Philadelphia from Baltimore in Fall 2007. His background work experience includes administrative and technical services in the film and video industry, including video editing, office administration, and bicycle…