ISOW Board Spring 2025
President: Prasidhi Kumaraswamy
Nationality: Indian
Goal for this term: As ISOW President, I oversee operations, foster partnerships, and support the board in creating an inclusive, engaging community. My vision is to expand ISOW’s impact through cultural events and stronger collaborations, making it the go-to organization for international students, a home away from home.
Interests: I love watching true crime documentaries and hitting the gym when I can :)
Fun fact: I can recite the alphabet backwards hehe
Secretary: Ray Chang
Nationality: Taiwanese, Dutch
Goal for this term: As secretary, my job is to be a point of contact between board and general members, so if you have any questions, don’t hesitate to ask! I would love to organize more cultural events with our members who come from all over the world, other associations and underrepresented groups at WUR.
Interests: Manga, crochet, origami, jazz music
Fun fact: I can sing all of ASAPScience's "Science Wars Acapella" by heart (almost)
Treasurer: Wayne Grindle
Nationality: American
Goal for this term: To give back to our members by lowering prices and investing in our courses.
Interests: Card games, board games, and video games, cooking, and baking
Fun Fact: I am also in the board of WAF 🐶
Activity coordinator: Rebecca Zhang
Nationality: Canadian, Chinese
Goal for this term: This term, I will do my best to cover as many cultures as possible and bring you a diverse range of activities! I hope to create memorable experiences that bring us all closer together.
Interests: Plants, food, horror movies, historical stories
Fun fact: I have 20 plants in my room, but they all have thrips now. All of them are going to die slowly….
Course coordinator: Sophia Tosheva
Nationality: Bulgarian
Goal for this term: As Course Coordinator, I make sure our courses are well-organized and both our teachers and students are well taken care of. Integrate more salsa/bachata social events, create teacher certificates, and make learning with our classes as fun as it can be.
Interests: dancing, partying, and saving the world
Fun fact: Have you seen my water bottle?
Excursion coordinator: Davide de Simone
Nationality: Italian, Swedish
Goal for this term: As the Excursion Coordinator, I want to give ISOW trips an even better name and help increase ISOW's reputation furthermore as an association.
Interests: Animals, Gym, Movies & Shows, Music
Fun fact: I can sleep while standing up
Marketing coordinator: Anusha Hulbatte
Nationality: Indian
Goal for this term: Boost visibility, get more students engaged, promote our events in a creative way and create a fun community!
Interests: Minecraft, anime, silly cats, cooking (lil bit)
Fun fact: I have 2 maces in Minecraft (don’t ask how)