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Fulbright Teaching Assistants and Graduate Assistants
2024-2025 TAs, GAs, and Visiting Instructors
Welcome to our incoming 2023-2024 TAs, GAs, and Visiting Instructors
Fabian Bizcocho Reina - Spain (Spanish)
¡Hola a todos! I'm Fabián, the Spanish teacher for the upcoming year. I'm from Spain and I was born in the city of Seville, located in the South of Spain and the capital of the region of Andalusia. I took a major in Translation and Interpreting, where I could learn many interesting languages such as Chinese, Japanese or German. I took a year abroad in the National Taiwan University to improve my Chinese and some years after graduation I took a Masters in Teaching English and Spanish as Foreign Languages, since languages were my devotion. The culture in my country is probably very different from what you're probably exposed to (countries from South America), so I'm sure you will be able to discover lots of interesting stuff in my classes. In regard to my hobbies, I love videogames, swimming, taking long walks and listening to Pop Music. ¡Nos vemos por aquí! Un saludo a todos, Fabián Bizcocho Reina.
Rym Ben Rhouma - Tunisia (Arabic)
Hello everyone ! My name is Rym Ben Rehouma and I am from Tunis, Tunisia. I am honored to be the Arabic FLTA for this year (Foreign Language Teaching Assistant). My Tunisia is a north African-Mediterranean country famous for its couscous, harissa, olives and olive oil. It is also home to the world's first officiallyrecognized university, University Ez-Zitouna. Even though it is a small country, Tunisian culture is highly rich and diverse (influenced by Carthaginian, Roman, Arab, Jewish, Christian, French and Turkish cultures). I am an English teacher and a teacher trainer. My major was English/American literature and civilization, as I graduated from École Normale Supérieure (ENS) in Tunis. Aside from my interest in the American culture, I like reading, working out, and travelling. I am very excited to share my culture with my students and everyone here at Scranton, and I am equally eager to meet new people and learn about different cultures.
Erii Unuma - Japan (Japanese)
Hi, こんにちは! I'm Erii Unuma. I'm from Nagoya, Japan. Do you know where Nagoya is? It's between Tokyo and Osaka, located in the middle of Japan. It's the 4th biggest city in Japan. After I graduated from university, I worked for 3 years in Nagoya, and then I went to Vietnam to start my teaching job. I've been teaching Japanese there for 2 years. I like yoga, bouldering, cats, and eating. I've been to 13 countries but never been to Europe, so I want to go there sometime! Of course, I want to travel all over the US as well. Please let me know your favorite places or good places to travel in the US! I am looking forward to meeting you all! Let's study Japanese!
Oliwia Doroszko - Germany (German)
Hallo or better yet Moin! My name is Oliwia, and I will be teaching German at the University of Scranton
for the academic year 2024/25. In Germany I tend to use 'Moin' rather than 'Hallo' to greet somebody as I was raised and lived in a town in SchleswigHolstein in the very north of Germany. It even takes me less then 40 minutes to drive to the beach. I did my bachelors and masters in Kiel, which we call the sailing city, with a focus on English, French and Education. During my bachelor's I was given the opportunity to do an internship in Bluffdale, Utah and knew from that moment that I wanted to come back and teach some more. Especially after gaining more methodological and technological expertise while working at an edtech startup for the past 1.5 years. Therefore, I am truly thankful for the chance to come back to the United States as a Fulbright scholar, allowing me to immerse myself in intercultural communication and relations while following my passion for teaching. In my free time I love to explore the outdoors, especially forests and national parcs (I already visited Zion National Parc and Bryce Canyon) but also like to listen to my favorite true crime podcast or watch some true crime documentaries. I am looking forward to meeting you all and feel free to yell a 'Moin' when you see me!
Emma Leclerq - France (French)
Bonjour ! Directly imported from France, your soon-to-be favorite French teacher has lived in many countries, such as Spain, Australia and now the USA. We can definitely assume she will have an open mind for any concern you might have, but also, as a good French cliché, she is always ready for a nice chat. From philosophy to movies to "why is the line I just picked the slowest' when shopping, she'll be delighted to vent about it together. Pro-tip: chocolate or candies can ease a hungry French person.
Chih-Yi (Arena) Wu - Taiwan (Chinese)
大家好 (dà jiā hǎo)！My name is Chih-Yi Wu (吳芝頤 wú zhī yí). I'm from Taoyuan, Taiwan. Taiwan is a beautiful island in the heart of Asia. We have lots of good food and fantastic hand-shaken drinks, such as braised pork rice and milk tea with boba and taro balls. I was major in teaching Chinese as a second language at the National Taiwan Normal University in Taipei, the Capital of Taiwan, which is famous for Taipei 101 and the clean metro. I was a 2022-2023 Fulbright FLTA at the United States Military Academy (West Point) for teaching Chinese. Hudson River, mountains, eagles, 'Yes, Ma'am,' and a big group of kind-hearted army people was my life then. I feel belong there and these motivated me back to the United States again. I'm planning to pursue for a higher degree on international affairs, especially the relations between the U.S., China, and Taiwan. Come to my class! Let's talk more about what you are interested in, and you will know how to get a cup of boba tea with less sugar and normal ice!
Thank you to our 2023-2024 TAs, GAs, and Visiting Instructors
Sheila Mignolet
¡Hola a todos! My name is Sheila Mignolet and I was born in Cipolletti, Argentina. Cipolletti is a small city in the Rio Negro province, located at the top of the region called Patagonia. It is best known for its apple and pear exports but you can find beautiful hidden places nearby such as Isla Jordan, Cueva del León, the riverbank, etc. I was born and raised in Cipolletti but I lived for five years in the city of General Roca, where I studied to become an English teacher. I graduated from the University of Comahue in 2017 and I have been working as an English teacher since then. I have also participated in research projects that dealt with technology and good practices in education. This is the first time that I am teaching Spanish as a Second Language but I am eager to accept the challenge. I love reading books, dancing and making different types of crafts. I also enjoy learning about new cultures through their music and films so my playlists often feature a mixture of languages. I am keen on bringing my knowledge into the classroom and makingg the most of my time at Scranton. I hope my students and I can learn from each other during my time as part of the Fulbright Teaching Assistant Program.
Rahma Baklouti
Hi everyone! My name is Rahma Baklouti, and I am the Arabic FLTA. I come from Tunisia. Tunisia is a small country in North Africa. Tunisian culture is highly diverse. Indeed, a significant number of Jews and Christians have lived among a Muslim majority for years. This diversity is also seen in the architecture of the capital, Tunis. The city blends ancient Arab Souks, Cathedrals, Mosques, and modern office buildings. At the beginning of my studies, I was interested in the healthcare field so I majored in midwifery. My second major was in English. I hold a Bachelor in English language, literature, and civilization. Moreover, I hold an M.A. in American Studies from the Faculty of Human and Social Sciences of Tunis. Currently, I am a Ph.D. candidate at the Faculty of Arts and Humanities of Sousse, Tunisia. For three years I worked as a teacher of foreign languages. I taught Arabic, French, and English in primary and secondary schools. Being a university teacher is my dream, therefore, I am here. I am jubilant and honored to teach at the University of Scranton, and I will do my best to help students learn about the Arabic culture and language.
Naoko Omori
こんにちは！
My name is Naoko Omori. I was born in Kobe, Japan. After graduated University, I went to Australia for one year, worked for a scent marketing company, and worked for a shared office company in Japan. I like eating, traveling, Japanese calligraphy, wearing a kimono and reading. Please let me know your favorite restaurant in Scranton!! I am looking forward to spending this year with you!
Joshua Hartmann
Hallo! My Name is Joshua Hartmann and I come from Radeburg, which is a very small but lovely town near Dresden, Germany. I´ve been studying English and Geography for Secondary Education at the Technical University Dresden for 4 years now (I would by the way deeply recommend visiting Dresden if you should ever have the chance to do so, it´s a beautiful place!). I´ve been playing soccer since I was a kid and I enjoy any other kinds of sports- and outdoor activities as well. I also have a passion for music and like to be creative with it.
Having the opportunity to be a Foreign Language Teaching Assistant, I am very happy and excited to share my culture with you and to guide and assist you on your journey of learning German, I hope to learn more about your culture as well! So feel free to reach out to me anytime. I´m looking forward to it!
Héloïse Vérissi
Hi everyone! I am Héloïse Vérissi and I am from Paris, France. You may have heard of my city a couple of times. Between the beautiful architecture, great food, and a lot of cultural events, I do not think that it is possible to ever get bored in it! But France is a lot bigger than Paris and all our regions are so interesting and so unique. If you like French cuisine, definitely check out the food from the South-West! I graduated from the University of Paris with a BA in English with a focus on English History and then I graduated from Université Paris Cité and University College Dublin last June with a MA in European History with a focus on Celtic History. It is my very first time teaching and I am very excited to have been chosen to teach here for a year. I hope that I will be able to make my students as excited to speak about France and the French language as I am and I will be more than happy to answer any question you may have about my language or culture.
Yun (Lily) Chiang
大家好！ My name is Chiang Yun. You can just call me Yun, or my English name, Lily. I was born in Taipei, Taiwan. You may not know where Taiwan is. Taiwan is a little island between China and Japan. Taiwan is a multicultural island which from China, Japan and Southeast Asia. Taipei is the capital of Taiwan, with a lot of delicious food and motorcycles. Have you tried bubble tea and hot pot? Try it and you will love it!
I graduated from Zhong Yuan University with a bachelor degree in teaching Chinese as second language. After graduation, I taught at international Chinese school in Korea for six years, so I can speak Korean and I also like watching Korean dramas. While I was working, I went to National Taiwan Normal University to gain my master’s degree in teaching Chinese as second language. It was hard work, but worth it.
I like Chinese, Chinese is a beautiful Language with a lot of culture and history, I also like to experience different cultures. I am honored to teach in Scranton. Wish I could bring my knowledge to students, I believe (教学相长) students can learn from me, and l can learn from them, too.
Ximena Jimenez
Hi everyone! My name is Ximena Jimenez and I was born in Manabí, Ecuador which is where all the beautiful beaches can be found. Although I moved to the US when I was a baby, Spanish was my first language as it was spoken every day at home. Growing up in New York City exposed me to many cultures and languages which is why I am so excited to be able to work as a Graduate Assistant at the Language Learning Center. I graduated in May of 2022 with a Bachelor’s in Science in Physiology and minor in Biochemistry. Because of my passion for science, I am continuing my education here at the University in the Biochemistry MS program. I hope to meet all of you soon and help you in any way possible!
2022-2023 TAs, GAs, and Visiting Instructors
2022-2023 TAs, GAs, and Visiting Instructors
- Celine Seeger (Germany)
- Audrey Lecerf (France)
- Yun (Lily) Chiang (Taiwan)
- Paula Magali Ferrer (Argentina)
- Dr. Badoor Albuloushi (Kuwait)
- Ximena Jimenez (LLC)
2021-2022 TAs, GAs, and Visiting Instructors
- Belal Elkurd - Palestine (Arabic)
- Khadiga AboBakr - Egypt (Arabic)
- Chun-Sheng (Peter) Su - Taiwan (Chinese)
- Nawel Kahouaji - France (French)
- Kentaro Fukube - Japan (Japanese)
- Samiel Torres - LLC (Spanish)
- Fabian Postert - Germany (German)
- Julia Illarramendi - Spain (Spanish)
2020-2021 TAs and GAs
- Belal Elkurd - Palestine (Arabic)
- Chama Laassassy - Canada (French)
- Rebekka Stein - Germany (German)
- Cecilia Núñez - Uruguay (Spanish)
- Laura Freedman - Language Learning Center GA
- Hsiang-Ling Wang - Taiwan (Chinese)
- Khadiga AboBakr - Egypt (Arabic)
- Minori Koga - Japan (Japanese)
Fulbright TAs 2019-2020
- Clara Fabbri (France)
- Lukas Rackow (Germany)
- Alessandra Abate (Italy)
- Khadiga AboBakr (Egypt)
- Hsiang-Ling Wang (Taiwan)
- Sarah Romero Avella (Colombia)
Fulbright TAs 2018-2019
- Juan Carlos Ruiz (Colombia)
- Laura Martel (France)
- Minori Koga (Japan)
- Maryam Ahmed (Bahrain)
Fulbright TAs 2017-2018
- Vianey Florentino Perez (Mexico)
- Rabab Mesbahi (Morocco)
- Lea Gorski (Germany)
Fulbright TAs 2016-2017
- Celine Langlard (France)
- Sarah Schreier (Germany)
- Carmen Cespedes Suarez (Spain)
- Aymen Khazaal (Iraq)
- Chie Fujikake (Japan)
