Contact Biography Annika is an International Student Advisor in ISSS, and joined Penn in February 2026 after over three years working with international students at Lehigh University. Annika grew up in northwestern Minnesota, and earned her B.A. in International Studies and Chinese from Vassar College. Her love for all things international began with a childhood…
Contact Biography Katy has a background in data engineering and academic publishing, with a focus on streamlining workflows and enhancing the reliability and effectiveness of technical operations. Most recently, she worked as a software engineer, modernizing reporting tools, building data pipelines, and maintaining cloud-based platforms in a large enterprise environment. Prior to that, she managed…
Contact Biography Tiffany assists the Penn Abroad team by providing administrative support, customer service, and a welcoming front desk to students and staff. She has a background providing support in the mortgage and title industry. A native of Philadelphia, Tiffany received her associate degree in fine arts at Delaware County Community College and was recognized…
Biography Zhiyao is a Ph.D. student in the School of Engineering and Applied Science at Penn. He first came to Penn in 2018 as an undergraduate and has since continued on to doctoral studies. Having spent his entire academic journey at Penn, he has experienced both the excitement and the challenges of adjusting to a…
Biography Sachin is a second-year PhD student in Management at the Wharton School, where his research sits at the intersection of strategy, entrepreneurship, and entrepreneurial finance. His work focuses on understanding who becomes an entrepreneur, when and why they do so, and how they build and grow new ventures. Before beginning his doctoral studies, Sachin…
Biography Lindsey is a current first-year student at the University of Pennsylvania, planning to major in Economics and PPE with a minor in Urban Education. She grew up in Lima, Peru, where she developed a passion for leadership and educational equity from a young age. Having led social-impact initiatives across Peru and Latin America, Lindsey…
Contact Biography Brionna is an International Student and Scholar Advisor for International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS). She previously served as an international Student and Scholar Advisor at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County and is excited to continue her work here at Penn. Originally from Ohio, she earned her B.A. in Global Studies with…
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 Novia is a sophomore at the Wharton School, interested in concentrating in real estate and BEPP. She is a Tanzanian from the region/town of Morogoro. Novia is passionate about embracing her culture and realizing the value that comes through effective intercultural discourse. Novia wants to help create spaces that reinforce cultural pride and nurture…
