2023-2024 ISAB Members


		Ziqi “Leah” Zhang President of ISAB Hello, I'm Ziqi Zhang. You can call me Leah. I'm a senior student majoring in marketing with a minor in public health. I’m from Shanghai, China. I love music, animals, volunteering, and watching K-dramas and Thai dramas. This year, I have the honor of serving as the president of ISAB, a role that carries more responsibility, but one I'm eager to embrace. My primary goal is to foster a supportive and inclusive environment within ISAB, where every member feels empowered to share their thoughts and explore innovative ideas. As an international student myself, I'm deeply committed to Tulane’s international community. I’m looking forward to listening, understanding, and addressing the concerns of international students, ensuring that the Tulane experience is enriching and fulfilling for all.
		Ana Carolina de Paula Silva Secretary of ISAB Hi Guys! You can call me Carol, but I do like both of my first names. I am Brazilian and a second year Ph.D. student in Political Science at Tulane. I earned both my undergrad and a Master of Science in Criminal Science at the University of Sao Paulo, in Brazil. I love traveling, learning languages, listening to music, dancing and walking in Audubon Park. As an international student, I know how challenging it can be adjusting to a new culture and educational system, so I decided to join the ISAB to help this transition to be as pleasant as possible for new international students.
		Alejandra Simán Social Media Chair of ISAB Hi everyone! My name is Alejandra Simán, and this is me enjoying a lovely mimosa on my 18th birthday. To tell you a little more about me – I am a sophomore majoring in Chemical Engineering with a minor in Environmental Science & Mathematics. I am originally from Honduras, meaning this will be my second year in New Orleans! During my free time, I like to read, make jewelry and play videogames. I’m also involved in many diverse organizations around campus, so if we bump into each other, don’t be afraid to say hi! I always love to advocate and promote inclusivity wherever I am, which made joining ISAB an easy decision to make! I’m looking forward to meeting new people and learning many cool things from y’all. Roll wave! Want to reach out? Email me at asiman@tulane.edu
		Chidinma Nwokocha ISAB Member Hello everyone! Pleased to meet you. I am Chidinma Nwokocha (You can call me “Chido”). I am a 2L at Tulane University Law School. Prior to commencing my current program, I obtained an LLM in International and Comparative Law, also from Tulane. I am from Nigeria, where I obtained my undergraduate degree in Law and proceeded to the Nigerian Law School afterwards. I am licensed to practice Law in Nigeria and New York. I love reading and writing and I love Sports and travelling. As an international student, I understand the challenges of adapting to an unfamiliar environment. As an ISAB (International Student Advisory Board) member, I am committed to helping incoming international students settle down to their new environment and helping current international students navigate the culture in which they have found themselves. I look forward to meeting with other international students, working with other organizations and exploring the diverse cultural backgrounds of the Tulane students’ community. Got questions or need help? Feel free to reach out to me at cnwokocha@tulane.edu. Roll wave!
		Jocelyn (Jiahe) Zhang ISAB Member Hey y’all, my name is Jocelyn Zhang, and this is me holding the genuine Corona in Bucarias, Mexico! A little bit about me – I'm a business school 4+1 candidate, getting my Bachelor’s in Finance and Master’s in Accounting. I love getting involved in campus, walking everywhere, and chit chatting with everyone. You can probably see me somewhere on campus, come say hi - I might be your next friend at Tulane. If you can tap this old soul into the Commons, I can be your lunch/dinner buddy! I’m excited to return to ISAB for my last year at Tulane. ISAB is the place where I’ve truly grown and made lifelong friends. It’s also the place where ideas become reality and possibilities are endless. I‘m super excited to see what ISAB has in store for us this year, and we always welcome new blood :) Any questions? Email me at jzhang42@tulane.edu
		Kotoha Kudo ISAB Member Hi y’all, my name is Kotoha Kudo, and I am a junior from Tulane double majoring in Mathematics and International Relations and pursuing a dual degree in a Bachelor of Liberal Arts and Science and Engineering. I’m originally from Tokyo, Japan, but moved around my entire life and lived in places like Houston, Texas, Sao Paulo, Brazil, and Brussels, Belgium. I love meeting new people, reading books, and listening to music! Recently, my favorite artists have been Umi and Daniel Caesar, but my favorite album by far this year is definitely Sza’s. I am so excited to be a member of ISAB, and look forward to helping other international students navigate their way through admissions, campus life, and more!
		Hla Yin Min ISAB Member Hi everyone! My name is Hla and I am a junior majoring in Neuroscience. I am from Myanmar so this will be my second year in New Orleans. Outside of classes, I enjoy volunteering and getting involved in research. I also love connecting with other international students and exploring coffee shops in New Orleans. My favorite coffee shop would have to be CR Coffee on Magazine Street. I am always open to exploring new restaurants and events in the city if you’re ever interested! I am thrilled to be part of ISAB this year and I am excited to be working together with other members to foster a more welcoming and inclusive space for international students at Tulane. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to me at hmin@tulane.edu. I look forward to connecting with you!
		Siyu (Letitia) Xiong ISAB Member sxiong@tulane.edu Hey, y’all! My name is Letitia Xiong. I’m an international student from Shenzhen, China. I’m a sophomore studying Business and Political Economy and minoring in philosophy. I am always passionate about traveling around the world. I love working out and playing basketball. It’s a great honor to serve on ISAB. I hope to engage more international student voices. Please feel free to reach out!
		Mauryan Uppalapati ISAB Member Hey there! I'm Mauryan Uppalapati, and I'm thrilled to be part of ISAB here at Tulane. Originally from Mumbai, India, I'm currently entering my senior year at Tulane University, pursuing a double major in Physics and Computer Science with a minor in Math. My main goal is to create a warm and inclusive environment for all incoming students. I firmly believe that each person's journey is unique, and I'm dedicated to ensuring that you feel supported and heard throughout your transition to college life.Being an international student myself, I understand the complexities of adapting to a new culture, overcoming language barriers, and finding your place in a diverse community. I've been through this process, and I recognize the challenges you might encounter.Reach out to me anytime with your questions, concerns, or simply to have a friendly chat.
		Amrita Gill ISAB Member I am a doctoral candidate at the Social Behavioral and Population Sciences Department at the Tulane School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine. I am a dentist from India now immersed in Public Health. My areas of research are vulnerable children and people both in the US and India. Other than my research, I love to travel, and here is one picture from Sri Lanka. New Orleans and Tulane have been home for five years now, and I love to take long walks in the city. I also really enjoy sports- boxing in my free time. I am interested in cultural life and recognize the challenges of learning and working in an international context. It is my endeavor to help international students thrive on campus. I can be reached on email at agill6@tulane.edu
		Ifeoluwa Fatoki ISAB Member Hey there, I'm Ifeoluwa, a 2L at the law school. Originally from Nigeria, I'm also a licensed lawyer back there. When I'm not diving into legal stuff, you'll find me glued to drama series and getting lost in novels. As an international student, I totally get the whole new-city jitters. I'm here to chat and provide some emotional support to my fellow international students. Feel free to reach out via email at ifatoki@tulane.edu or drop me a text at 504-274-9730. Let's connect!
		Paúl Troncozo ISAB Member Hello everybody, my name is Paúl, I am from Ecuador and I am eating a world class ceviche made by my wife! I am an economist, lawyer, politologist and also studied sociology and international relations. I am second year PhD student in Political Science, and I really love to learn about almost everything! I like to play tennis, ping pong, basketball, soccer and chess! I love to speak foreign languages and learn from different cultures. My goal is to be able to help as much people as possible, meanwhile I am discovering the marvelous things that the world has to offer. I believe that everyday is an opportunity to impact positivity!
		Kalsey Belle ISAB Member Hi. I am Kalsey Belle from Seychelles, currently pursuing an MBA at Tulane University. From conquering a Ropes course to trying out a new cuisine to learning how to kite surf- I LOVE new experiences, especially if they focus on food or some sort of physical challenge. The inspiration for being part of ISAB is to help and support international students as much as possible when moving to or during their time at Tulane. I have lived in a few different countries myself and know that no matter how many times you’ve done it—having people to lean on and support you always helps! So whether it is to discover NOLA together, figure out American Football together, or even a shoulder for support if you’re feeling a little homesick – I want to be there for YOU!