Student Staff

Anujin (AJ) Byambasaikhan ‘24
Pronouns: She/Her
Major: International Politics & Economics
Fun Fact: I am goofy-footed
Career Interests: Government Consulting, APAC region, Climate Investing, Renewables

Greetings everyone! I come from Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, and I love learning languages and applying them to the environment we live in. Other than delving into the world of physics or architecture, you’ll also find me at some public speaking or Evolution dance events! 

Katya Juarez ’24 
Pronouns: She/Her 
Major: International Politics & Economics, Spanish 
Fun Fact: I love capturing moments using my trusty 35mm film camera! 
Career Interest: Finance, Public Policy, and Government 

Hello! I’m Katya Juarez, hailing from Westchester, NY. On campus, I’m involved with Middlebury Model United Nations, Middlebury Diversity in Business and the Darkroom Club. Additionally, you might spot me working at the Student Financial Services Office. When I have some free time, I thoroughly enjoy exploring the abundance of outdoor activities Vermont has to offer – be it canoeing or hiking along the many splendid trails. I am eagerly looking forward to meeting all of you at the CCI this year!  

Carinna Kinnaman ’24
Pronouns: She/Her
Major: Anthropology with minors in Spanish and Biology
Fun Fact: I was a student athlete for my host university while abroad in Santiago, Chile  
Career Interest: Policy Research and Consulting

Hi, my name is Carinna, and I am a senior from North Carolina studying anthropology with minors in Spanish and biology. This is my third year at the CCI, and I am excited to get to help connect you all to the many CCI resources and networks. On campus, I am also a medical anthropology lab coordinator and part of Compañerxs. I enjoy hiking, exploring new Vermont towns with friends, and walking the famous #DogsOfCCI. I look forward to meeting more of you and getting to know your path!  

Leslie Ramirez ‘25
Pronouns: She/Her
Major: International and Global Studies, Global Security & Spanish
Fun Fact: I can crochet and embroider just about anything!
Career Interests: National Security, Interpreting Services, International Policy, Foreign Service

Hello, my name is Leslie and I’m from Geneva, NY. This upcoming school year I look forward to exploring more clubs on campus and further connecting the student body with all the services the CCI has to offer that I have benefitted from in the past. That being said, I am a lover of music and all things arts and crafts. You’ll most likely see me around the dining hall coming up with random coffee combinations that I’ll urge my friends to try, so if you ever need a new recipe do let me know. Here’s to another year at Middlebury! 

Sabrina Salam ‘24
Pronouns: She/Her
Major: International and Global Studies, Global Security
Fun Fact: In the 5th grade I learned multiplication by creating songs.
Career Interest: Law and Business

Hi everyone! My name is Sabrina, and I am from Newark, New Jersey. I’m currently studying International and Global Studies. Last semester, I studied abroad in Madrid and had a ton of fun learning Spanish slang and learning what it means to be Madrileña. On campus, I am a radio show host on WRMC and a writer and editor for The Middlebury Campus. I am excited to meet you all soon and help with any questions you may have.

Noah Vogel ’25
Pronouns: He/Him
Majors: International Politics & Economics, Chinese
Fun Fact: I used to have a Hermit Crab
Career Interests: Investment Banking, Venture Capital, Impact Investing

Hello, my name is Noah and I’m from Switzerland and Ghana. On campus, I’m involved in Middlebury Diversity in Business (MiddDIB), the Middlebury Consulting Group, and the Middlebury Tea Club. When I am not working at the CCI, I am a dedicated Duolingo fanatic, enjoy watching Trevor Noah, playing squash, and riding my scooter. I love talking to people and hearing their stories, so feel free to chat with me at the CCI!

Hanwen Zhang ‘24
Pronouns: He/Him
Majors: Sociology and Psychology
Fun Fact: I’m collecting a workday lunch recipe book from friends!
Career Interests: Public Health, Data Analytics, and Communications

Hi! My name is Hanwen and I come from Shanghai, China. On campus I am also part of the sociology department’s student advisory board and a CTLR writing tutor. Middlebury has also really brought the outdoorsy side out of me, and I enjoy snowboarding and hiking with my friends while taking photos for Middlebury Geographic. In my work, I am as interested in the data shaping our everyday life as in the lives and stories behind them, and I want to advance people’s understanding of health and social issues with data-driven research. I look forward to seeing you at the CCI and get lots of great info and mutual support from each other! 

Seif Alyosef ’25
Pronouns: He/Him
Major: Economics and Neuroscience
Fun Fact: I love to surf and be around the ocean.
Career Interest: Finance, Consulting, and Healthcare

Hi! My name is Seif, and I am from Orlando Florida. On campus, I’m involved in the Student Government Association, serving as the director of the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee, as well as Middlebury JusticeProjects. During my free time, I like being outdoors, exploring new hobbies, and traveling. The CCI and its resources have helped me tremendously since my first year and I can’t wait to help share those resources with you all. I hope to see you all at the CCI and do not hesitate to say “Hi”.

Genesis Casillas ’24 (studying abroad Fall ‘23)
Pronouns: She/Her
Major: International Politics & Economics
Fun Fact: I used to dance ballet folklórico for my high school’s dance team.  
Career Interest: Economics, Government, Policy, Business  

Hi everyone! I’m from Los Angeles, California. On campus, I am involved with TAMID Group Middlebury, but you can also find me working as a barista at Crossroads Café! Some interests of mine include reading, taking endless photos of nature, discussing awesome films, baking tasty desserts, and taking leisure walks around campus. Throughout my time at Middlebury, I have consulted and used the resources at the CCI many times and it has helped immensely with my career development. For this new academic year, I’m looking forward to seeing more new faces stop by Kitchel House!  

Naomi Gordon ’24
Pronouns: She/Her
Majors: Architectural Studies and Geography
Fun Fact: One of my favorite foods are sprinkles (if you count that)
Career Interests: Education, urban planning, and consulting 

Hi! My name is Naomi, and I’m from Maplewood, New Jersey. I’m a big Yankees fan, and, confusingly, also a Celtics fan. I love being with kids, watching reality TV, climbing, and doing the New York Times crossword—although I can’t say I’ve done a puzzle harder than a Tuesday. At Midd, I am a part of the Middlebury Consulting Group, Community Friends, WRMC, and the Addison County Restorative Justice Board. I love helping and getting to know people, so please say hi or ask any questions! I can’t wait to see you all at the CCI. 

Rodaba Husseini ‘25.5
Pronouns: She/Her
Major: International and Global Studies, Migration
Fun Fact: I have a green thumb and love taking care of plants.
Career: Refugee Advocacy 

Hi everyone! My name is Rodaba. I am from Afghanistan. I am currently studying to be an International and Global Studies Major with a focus on Migration. Any chance I get, I love basking in the outdoors, and taking long walks on beautiful sunny days. I love taking pictures on these walks, as I am also very passionate about photography with nature as my subject. I also enjoy spending my free time reading novels and watching crime drama television series

Ulysses Kamps ’24
Pronouns: He/Him
Major: History and Computer Science
Fun Fact: I can listen to pretty much any genre of music
Career Interest: The intersection of nonprofits and data science

Hi! My name is Ulysses. I’m from Halifax, Nova Scotia (but I’ve lived about half my life in Colorado and California). I like to take long, slow walks and cook for my family.

Nabila Noori ’25.5
Pronouns: She/Her
Major: Undeclared
Fun Fact: I used to sing in choir for my high school choir team
Career Interest: UN ambassador 

Hi, my name is Nabila Noori and I am from Afghanistan. I love traveling and I am profoundly keen on learning about multicultural diversity. I have traveled to countries like, India, Qatar, Rwanda, Bangladesh, Myanmar, and the USA. Beside traveling I enjoy watching movies, singing and hanging with friends. 

Georgia Perlah ’25
Pronouns: She/Her
Major: Political Science
Fun Fact: I make the best grilled cheese
Career Interest: Law 

Hi I’m Georgia, from Trumbull, Connecticut! When I’m not working at the CCI you can find me at the climbing wall or hosting my campus radio show! I’m into all things music and have learned how to play a handful of instruments but I just like watching live music. I love to read and hope to someday write a novel of my own. I am a major fan of the New York Times crossword and am uber competitive with the daily mini.