Meet Cohort 20
Meet Cohort 20
Meet Cohort 20
Please see below for an update on Cohort 20. Feel free to reach out to an alumni to connect via email.
Please see below for an update on Cohort 20. Feel free to reach out to an alumni to connect via email.
Creative and Innovative Education Alumni
Creative and Innovative Education Alumni
Name: Yifan (Kris) Cui
Name: Yifan (Kris) Cui
Current Location: Lafayette, Louisiana
Current Location: Lafayette, Louisiana
Current Status: UI/UX Designer leveraging the skills and insights from my Creative and Innovative Education studies.
Current Status: UI/UX Designer leveraging the skills and insights from my Creative and Innovative Education studies.
ITGL Memory: The ITGL program deeply influenced my approach to design and innovation, embedding values of empathy, innovation, and creativity. Special thanks to Dr. Plucker, Dr. Weisenhoff, Ms. G, and all faculty for their support in transforming ITGL into more than just a program—it became a family, a sentiment that continues to inspire my professional journey.
ITGL Memory: The ITGL program deeply influenced my approach to design and innovation, embedding values of empathy, innovation, and creativity. Special thanks to Dr. Plucker, Dr. Weisenhoff, Ms. G, and all faculty for their support in transforming ITGL into more than just a program—it became a family, a sentiment that continues to inspire my professional journey.
*Updated: March 2024
*Updated: March 2024
Name: Xin Gao
Name: Xin Gao
Current Location: China
Current Location: China
Current Status: Preparing to work in an international school in China after working in the Tome School for 1 year in the USA
Current Status: Preparing to work in an international school in China after working in the Tome School for 1 year in the USA
ITGL Memory: I have some great friends in ITGL and they helped me a lot when I was working in America after graduation.
ITGL Memory: I have some great friends in ITGL and they helped me a lot when I was working in America after graduation.
*Updated: August 2021
*Updated: August 2021
Name: Lunna Hai
Name: Lunna Hai
Current Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota
Current Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota
Current Status: Completing a Master of Art in Teaching degree at Concordia University, Saint Paul; Working as a kindergarten teacher at Yinghua Academy
Current Status: Completing a Master of Art in Teaching degree at Concordia University, Saint Paul; Working as a kindergarten teacher at Yinghua Academy
ITGL Memory: I met link-minded classmates and wonderful professors who always gave us support.
ITGL Memory: I met link-minded classmates and wonderful professors who always gave us support.
*Updated: August 2023
*Updated: August 2023
Name: Jian Hu
Name: Jian Hu
Current Location: Beijing, China
Current Location: Beijing, China
Current Status: Working, Beijing Normal University, Education Research Specialist
Current Status: Working, Beijing Normal University, Education Research Specialist
ITGL Memory: All the time we spent together in the Educational Building and Baltimore with my Professors, Dr. Weisenhoff, Mrs. Zimring, Dr. Plucker, and our dear Ms. G is memorable!
ITGL Memory: All the time we spent together in the Educational Building and Baltimore with my Professors, Dr. Weisenhoff, Mrs. Zimring, Dr. Plucker, and our dear Ms. G is memorable!
*Updated: August 2021
*Updated: August 2021
Name: Peerakarn (Punch) Karnchanapi
Name: Peerakarn (Punch) Karnchanapi
Current Location: Bangkok, Thailand
Current Location: Bangkok, Thailand
Current Status: Senior Project Manager and Counselor
Current Status: Senior Project Manager and Counselor
ITGL Memory: Probably my most vivid memory of this program was on orientation day, where I realized that I was the only non-Chinese speaking individual in this program. Despite that, it didn't worry me at all, since everyone was incredibly nice and understanding. Regarding the program itself, I enjoyed every class that was offered, especially the Seminars! To me, it wasn't a class, but a safe space for us to voice our opinions and get feedback from colleagues.
ITGL Memory: Probably my most vivid memory of this program was on orientation day, where I realized that I was the only non-Chinese speaking individual in this program. Despite that, it didn't worry me at all, since everyone was incredibly nice and understanding. Regarding the program itself, I enjoyed every class that was offered, especially the Seminars! To me, it wasn't a class, but a safe space for us to voice our opinions and get feedback from colleagues.
*Updated: August 2023
*Updated: August 2023
Name: Qingquan (Daisy) Wang
Name: Qingquan (Daisy) Wang
Current Location: Shanghai, China
Current Location: Shanghai, China
Current Status: English Teacher
Current Status: English Teacher
ITGL Memory: This experience was nothing short of amazing. I thank all of my ITGL professors and classmates. I couldn't have done it without your help and sharing. And I so miss you, too. Let's meet again when the weather is nice.
ITGL Memory: This experience was nothing short of amazing. I thank all of my ITGL professors and classmates. I couldn't have done it without your help and sharing. And I so miss you, too. Let's meet again when the weather is nice.
*Updated: January 2024
*Updated: January 2024
Name: Yongqi (Adi) Wang
Name: Yongqi (Adi) Wang
Current Location: China
Current Location: China
Current Status: Working for a Securities Company
Current Status: Working for a Securities Company
ITGL Memory: The extended learning trips and the volunteer work at Francis Scott Key Elementary/Middle School were my most precious ITGL memories.
ITGL Memory: The extended learning trips and the volunteer work at Francis Scott Key Elementary/Middle School were my most precious ITGL memories.
*Updated: January 2024
*Updated: January 2024
Name: Tongbin Zhang
Name: Tongbin Zhang
Current Location: Chengdu, China
Current Location: Chengdu, China
Current Status: Instructor - University of Delaware - SWUFE-UD Joint Institute of Data Science; Studying for a counseling certificate
Current Status: Instructor - University of Delaware - SWUFE-UD Joint Institute of Data Science; Studying for a counseling certificate
ITGL Memory: I have a lot of great memories of ITGL. I am grateful for all my professors who gave me help and support. I miss the time working with my classmates. The ITGL program definitely helped me build up confidence and interpersonal skills.
ITGL Memory: I have a lot of great memories of ITGL. I am grateful for all my professors who gave me help and support. I miss the time working with my classmates. The ITGL program definitely helped me build up confidence and interpersonal skills.
*Updated: August 2023
*Updated: August 2023
Digital Age Teaching and Learning Alumni
Digital Age Teaching and Learning Alumni
Name: Jingsheng (Ellen) Cui
Name: Jingsheng (Ellen) Cui
Current Location: Shanghai, China
Current Location: Shanghai, China
Current Status: Teaching at an elementary school
Current Status: Teaching at an elementary school
ITGL Memory: Thanks to ITGL, I met many talented and nice classmates, some of whom have been my friends. It impressed me a lot that the professors, Dr. W and Ms. G always kindly and patiently supported us, enabling me to have unforgettable learning experiences.
ITGL Memory: Thanks to ITGL, I met many talented and nice classmates, some of whom have been my friends. It impressed me a lot that the professors, Dr. W and Ms. G always kindly and patiently supported us, enabling me to have unforgettable learning experiences.
*Updated: August 2021
*Updated: August 2021
Name: Lixuanpin (Catherine) Liu
Name: Lixuanpin (Catherine) Liu
Current Location: Beijing, China
Current Location: Beijing, China
Current Status: Cornell-Tsinghua MBA Program Coordinator
Current Status: Cornell-Tsinghua MBA Program Coordinator
*Updated: August 2021
*Updated: August 2021
Name: Yuxiao (Victor) Wu
Name: Yuxiao (Victor) Wu
Current Location: Washington, DC
Current Location: Washington, DC
Current Status: Special Education Teacher - DC Bilingual Public Charter School
Current Status: Special Education Teacher - DC Bilingual Public Charter School
ITGL Memory: There were way too many - But my personal favorite would be the extended learning visits at the beginning (The science center and aquarium). It felt great to be a kid again.
ITGL Memory: There were way too many - But my personal favorite would be the extended learning visits at the beginning (The science center and aquarium). It felt great to be a kid again.
*Updated: August 2023
*Updated: August 2023
Early Childhood Alumni
Early Childhood Alumni
Name: Chenzi Hong
Name: Chenzi Hong
Current Location: Shenyang, China
Current Location: Shenyang, China
Current Status: Working- AVIC Shenyang Aircraft Design & Research Institute - Interpreter
Current Status: Working- AVIC Shenyang Aircraft Design & Research Institute - Interpreter
ITGL Memory: My study at ITGL was both enriching and interesting. A year is really not enough time!
ITGL Memory: My study at ITGL was both enriching and interesting. A year is really not enough time!
*Updated: January 2024
*Updated: January 2024
Name: Yingwen (Cindy) Liu
Name: Yingwen (Cindy) Liu
Current Location: Hubei, China
Current Location: Hubei, China
Current Status: Teacher
Current Status: Teacher
ITGL Memory: Kind teachers to work together.
ITGL Memory: Kind teachers to work together.
*Updated: August 2021
*Updated: August 2021
Name: Jun Wang
Name: Jun Wang
Current Location: Baltimore, Maryland
Current Location: Baltimore, Maryland
ITGL Memory: There’s plenty of opportunities to explore the area I love.
ITGL Memory: There’s plenty of opportunities to explore the area I love.
*Updated: December 2022
*Updated: December 2022
Name: Yisai (Bryan) Yang
Name: Yisai (Bryan) Yang
Current Location: Wuhan, China
Current Location: Wuhan, China
Current Status: Start up. Establishing own kindergarten.
Current Status: Start up. Establishing own kindergarten.
ITGL Memory: Memory after graduation: I'm honored to receive the Society of Excellence Award.
ITGL Memory: Memory after graduation: I'm honored to receive the Society of Excellence Award.
The best memory while in school was when Professor Millikin brought us homemade cookie and I ate a lot. Peace!
The best memory while in school was when Professor Millikin brought us homemade cookie and I ate a lot. Peace!
*Updated: August 2023
*Updated: August 2023
Name: Xiangyu (Olivia) Zhao
Name: Xiangyu (Olivia) Zhao
Current Location: Charlottesville, Virginia
Current Location: Charlottesville, Virginia
ITGL Memory: I can't describe how fortunate I am to have come to JHU-SOE for graduate school. Synonyms such as lucky, opportune or serendipitous, are all pale in comparison to the fullness of my feelings. Here at JHU-SOE, I met great peers and advisors who cared about my growth and believed in me. As they continued to believe in me, I expanded my horizons in such a new and foreign place. I had numerous experiences that made me more confident as a person, a person with individual thoughts and ideas about the future. I learned how to interact with people from different cultural backgrounds, developed my cultural sensitivities, and made everlasting friendships for life.
ITGL Memory: I can't describe how fortunate I am to have come to JHU-SOE for graduate school. Synonyms such as lucky, opportune or serendipitous, are all pale in comparison to the fullness of my feelings. Here at JHU-SOE, I met great peers and advisors who cared about my growth and believed in me. As they continued to believe in me, I expanded my horizons in such a new and foreign place. I had numerous experiences that made me more confident as a person, a person with individual thoughts and ideas about the future. I learned how to interact with people from different cultural backgrounds, developed my cultural sensitivities, and made everlasting friendships for life.
*Updated: January 2024
*Updated: January 2024
Portfolio Presentation Closing Remarks
Portfolio Presentation Closing Remarks
Tuesday, July 21, 2020
Tuesday, July 21, 2020
Closing Remarks Chat .pdf