International Student Orientation (ISO) 2017
Student Resource People (ISRPs)

Though not substitutes for the team of upperclass students, who provide support during the Customs Orientation Program, the ISO Program’s Student Resource People (ISRPs) are intended as support and an additional point of reference. Many ISRPs are also international students and past participants in ISO. Tasked with collaborating with other campus resources, ISRPs are available for one-on-one conversations, hold small workshops and conversations, and advocate for the needs of the ISO cohort within the larger Haverford community.

ANN-VICTORIA (VICKY) ISAAC '18

Haiti
Chemistry, Biochemistry, Health Studies, Pre-Med
aisaac@haverford.edu

Hi guys! My name is Vicky Isaac, and I am a rising senior at Haverford. I am originally from Haiti and speak 3 languages (French, Haitian Creole and English). At Haverford, I am majoring in Chemistry with a biochemistry concentration and a minor in Health studies while on the pre-med track. When I am not busy studying in the science library or doing research in Professor Karin Akerfeldt's lab in the Chemistry Department, you can find me practicing my not-so- good piano skills, lounging in the grass in front of Founders, or exploring the different restaurants around campus. Feel free to add me on Facebook: Ann-Victoria Isaac.

SABEA EVANS '18

United States
Linguistics, Religion, Africana Studies
skevans@haverford.edu

Hi, I'm Sabea! I'm a rising senior at Haverford College from Bronx, N.Y. with a Linguistics major, Religion minor and concentration in Africana Studies. I've played Ultimate Frisbee with the Sneetches, co-headed Black Students League (BSL), and have been a Peer Awareness Facilitator (PAF) for Customs. I'm going into my third year living in Quaker House and in the fall semester, I will be an Ambassador for Multicultural Awareness (AMA), an ISRP, a Community Outreach Multicultural Liaison, a friendly face at BSL, and turning in my thesis. My Facebook is Sabea Kyshé Evans. Come find me if you want a good hug, some baked goods, or a dope Spotify playlist!

SHU MIN HE '19

China
Anthropology
she1@haverford.edu

My name is Shu Min He and my major is anthropology. I grew up in a rural part of China and moved to the United States around age 13. I claim myself to be a 1.5 generation immigrant and I hold dearly onto my immigrant identity. I have lived in New York City ever since I came to the States, and I love exploring the city as much as Philly. Haverford College offers the best geographic location for me, as I can both enjoy the campus' nature as well as the city space that is half an hour away by train. I have two jobs on campus, one as the circulation desk worker at Magill library, and another as the E-newsletter editor at Center for Peace and Global Citizenship (CPGC). In addition to working, I am involved with the Quest Chapter on campus and I look forward to being the co-ambassador in this upcoming school year. I am proud to be a member of the Pan Asian Resource Center (PARC), as in the past year, I fought alongside a few other students to bring this crucial space to campus. I'd like to note that I am passionate about studying languages, especially Chinese and Spanish. Last but not least, I am obsessed about dogs and you can easily see me running after dogs on campus!

RIDDHI PANCHAL '19

India
Mathematics
rpanchal@haverford.edu

I was born and raised in Mumbai, India. I lived there for 18 years before coming to college. In addition to this, I have spent a summer abroad in Cambridge, UK and have traveled extensively. ISO last year not only introduced me to an incredible range of people that I could relate to, it also helped me build valuable connections. I was placed on a customs hall that had no international students and although I thoroughly enjoyed my first year, I longed for people that shared the same experiences as me. Mentoring international students and being part of such a diverse, close-knit group is what's bringing me back this year.

ARNAV PATODIA '20

India
Economics, Psychology
apatodia@haverford.edu

Hi everyone and congrats on your acceptance to Haverford!! My name is Arnav Patodia and I am a rising sophomore, having just finished a fantastic year at college. I am from Kochi, India, but I have studied in Singapore for 4 years in UWCSEA. I plan on majoring in economics, with a minor in psychology. With a business interest, I am involved in the Investment Guru's club. I am a huge sports fan, with major adoration for tennis, football (now called soccer in the US L), formula 1 and table tennis!! Besides being part of the tennis team, during my free time, I try to relax and hang out with friends as well as engage in some intense table tennis duels! ISRP really helped me settle into the college and I am really looking forward to doing the same for you! Feel free to reach me at apatodia@haverford.edu, or you can contact me on Facebook (Arnav Patodia). Looking forward to meeting you all!!

AHMED ISHTIAQUE '20

Bangladesh
Computer Science
aishtiaque@haverford.edu

Hello there! My name is Ishtiaque and I am a rising sophomore from Bangladesh! For those of you who don't know, It's a small but beautiful country in Southeast Asia. My primary interest of study at Haverford is computer science, but I am very much interested in psychology, linguistics, and, lately, music, even though I haven't taken a course in the last field yet. Apart from my studies, I work at the IITS (I'm actually working there during the summer) and am a system administrator in our computer science lab in Hilles! Whenever I am not napping in my room, I listen to (A LOT OF) music, hangout with my friends, take long walks in the nature trail and the neighborhood, play table tennis and basketball (I'm fairly amateur in both of them) or keep myself busy searching for new quiet spots to study in! This is my first time being an ISRP and I am so excited to meet all of you! You can add me on Facebook ( fb.me/ahmed.ishtiaque09 ) or shoot an e-mail at aishtiaque@haverford.edu if you have questions, want to get some early (can be subjective) insiders on what Haverford's like or just want a chill conversation with me! See you in late August!

ALEX BERNAS '20

The Philippines, United States
Music, Pre-Health
abernas@haverford.edu

Hi everyone! My name is Alex Bernas, and I am Filipino. I grew up in the Philippines all my life. During my first year at Haverford, I played with autumn leaves, built a snowman, and saw cherry blossoms for the first time! I am still in awe of experiencing the four seasons. I am a rising sophomore, and most likely to declare a music major (vocal performance, soprano) while also taking the recommended courses for the pre-Health track. At Haverford, I am part of Chorale and Martial Arts Alliance. Occasionally, I join Honor Council's weekly Honor Code discussions. Adjusting to life in a new country is a unique challenge, but as an ISRP, I am here to guide you in that journey. If you have any questions before ISO (or if you just want an instant HaverFriend), add me on Facebook. Cherish the lasts of high school and summer, and get excited for life at Haverford. See you all soon!

KARLA GARCIA '20

Puerto Rico, United States
Undecided
ksgarcia@haverford.edu

Hey guys! My name's Karla Sofía García and I'm a rising sophomore from Caguas, Puerto Rico. To tell you a little bit about myself, I'm really into music, poetry, and space. I'm leaning towards a Computer Science major, but am also very interested in Astrophysics. Being at Haverford has motivated me to grow and learn, so during the summer, apart from working, I'm (re)learning to play the piano and studying physics/math. This is my first year as an ISRP so I'm super excited to meet all of you! I work on campus as a Spanish tutor, a phonathon caller, and a babysitter (which is a work-out); but I love being outside and running around and dancing, so you'll probably see me last at a party until the end. I also work for the Student-run Hotline of the Women*s Center and am the Secretary/Women*s Center Liaison for Women In Stem (W.I.S.). Lastly, snow is really cool if you've never seen it, but experiencing spring afterwards is simply incredible. Have a great rest of your summer and you can always contact me at ksgarcia@haverford.edu!

VICTORIA MERINO '20

Mexico, Switzerland
Biology, Neuroscience, French
vmerino@haverford.edu

I was born in Mexico City, but have moved around from country to country since I was young because of my father's job as an international engineer. I have lived in different parts of Mexico, Colombia, Italy, France, and now the US. Before coming to Haverford, I took a gap year in France and lived in Grenoble and Lyon. My opportunity to assimilate and learn about many different cultures and have connections to people from all over is something that I ‘m excited to bring into ISO. I participated in ISO last year as an International First-Year student. ISO is what has shaped my entire First-Year experience at Haverford. It was so impressive to me to meet people from all over the world with so many different stories to tell. So much so that a large percentage of my friends, who have become my college family, are the people I met at ISO.