Jasmine Deonandan

Fondation des États-Unis (FEU)

Bonjour everyone!
My name is Jasmine Deonandan and I will be serving as one of your Global Equity Fellows this semester. As a sophomore majoring in politics and journalism, I am always interested in understanding how the culture of a particular city or country operates, and what that means in a global context. Living in Queens, New York, I have seen a variety of identities assimilate and adapt, and I hope I can be a valuable resource to those of you are looking for guidance while acclimating to Parisian life. I am super excited to connect with each of you and explore the streets of Paris together. I love to sightsee, try new things, and grab the occasional sweet treat, so please do not hesitate to reach out! 

Sufyan's email:  jd5113@nyu.edu

FALL 2024

Cameron Roberts  (Porte d'Ivry)

Hi! My name is Cameron Roberts, and I am a junior majoring in Global Liberal Studies and minoring in French. I'm originally from Austin, Texas, and have spent time abroad at NYU London and NYU Abu Dhabi. I am well aware of the challenges students face when abroad and am excited to explore solutions through my role as a Global Equity Fellow in the fall. 

Cameron's email: clr9188@nyu.edu

FALL 2024

Sufyan Waryah Fondation des États-Unis (FEU)

Hi everyone!

My name is Sufyan and I am excited to be one of the Fall 2024 Global Equity Fellows for Paris! I am a sophomore at Tandon studying Computer Science. Having studied French in high school, I have always wanted to experience French culture first-hand, and there’s no better place to do just that than Paris!

During the Fall semester, I hope to become a valuable resource on campus for everyone, regardless of the circumstance; it is important to note that living in a new city — let alone a new country — is extremely challenging, and I hope to be there to help anyone who may need assistance. By the end of the semester, I hope that we will all make great memories and grow together.

Outside of the classroom, I enjoy biking, playing sports with friends, and trying new foods from different cultures.
See you soon!

Sufyan's email: sw6002@nyu.edu

Fall 2023

Aarna Dixit (Montsouris Residence)

My name is Aarna and I am a rising junior in Global Liberal Studies studying abroad in Paris for the 2023-24 academic year. I have been passionate about social and political justice since moving to the US from India for high school. Inclusion, Diversity, Belonging, Equity, and Accessibility are crucial to my intersectional perspective on social justice. In the past year, I have been focusing on reproductive justice and women's rights, and hope to expand my expertise and interests in Paris. As a Gallatin Global Human Rights Fellow, I spent last summer in Belgium working on refugee rights issues, and I hope to continue thinking of issues of IDBEA within migrant and refugee demographics in French society. 

Aarna's email: ad5785@nyu.edu 

Spring 2023

Shannon (Bagnolet Residence)

Shannon is a Junior at the College of Arts and Science. She is majoring in Psychology and minoring in Data Science. She is originally from Michigan and is extremely excited about her first experience in Europe.

She tries to be a bookworm, and is a fan of drawing, painting, picnics, and fun! She is always open to new experiences and is an avid coffee shop explorer, museum-goer, art-admirer, and loves adventure.

She is passionate about helping others feel included, and is excited to help promote a diverse community like this in Paris! 

Shannon's email: sl8223@nyu.edu

Spring 2023

Sunny (MIDF Residence)

Sunny is a sophomore studying Philosophy and Interactive Media at NYU Abu Dhabi. She was born in China and grew up in Canada. When Sunny has time to spare, you can find her at the beach, reading a good book, or traveling. Being in the diverse and welcoming community that is NYU Abu Dhabi has helped her accept and value her multicultural identity, and she is interested in exploring ways to encourage language and cultural learning to positively impact IDBE.

Sunny's email: ss14740@nyu.edu

Fall 2022

Isabella (Bagnolet residence)

Isabella is a rising junior GLS major, concentrating in Politics, Rights, and Development & double minoring in social entrepreneurship and French studies. She is excited to indulge in a different way of living and explore the diverse and multicultural nature of Paris. 

Because of her passion for International development and interest in the intersectionality of politics and business, she is looking forward to researching the role that students play in a distinct society. Through the global equity fellowship, she anticipates exploring how one can promote IDBEA in the Parisian context and how NYU students can promote sustainability. 

Isabella's email: im2207@nyu.edu

Fall 2022

Brian Kwak (Bagnolet residence)

Brian is a sophomore at the Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development. He is studying Media, Culture, and Communication. He was born in Seoul, lived in Hong Kong most of my life, and went to a boarding high school in Massachusetts before attending NYU! He is looking forward to adding to his vast international experiences through

NYU Paris!

In terms of hobbies, he is an avid breakdancer and used to run college track (sprints). He is also a childhood Chelsea FC fan, played soccer for four years of high school and is also in a men’s league in New York City (Spring 2022); he hopes to play some more in Paris!

He is beyond excited to help build a thriving and healthy community at NYU Paris; a diverse community that is open-minded, inclusive, and seeking to make a positive change.

Brian's email: bk2567@nyu.edu

Spring 2022

Chandler Brossard (MIDF residence)

Chandler Brossard is a junior at New York University Abu Dhabi studying Philosophy with a minor in Chinese and African Studies. While the different museums and landmarks are of great interest, she is excited to eat her way through the city and truly explore everything Paris has to offer. 

Through her role as Global Equity Fellow, she hopes to foster an open and inviting atmosphere that promotes inclusion and acceptance. The events that she plans to host will be designed to highlight historically underrepresented communities that are mainly left out of the national narrative and perspective. Chandler is hoping to help the NYU Paris community become a place where everyone belongs. 

Chandler's email: cb4410@nyu.edu

Spring 2022

Emily Coon (La Defense residence hall)

Emily Coon is a junior at the College of Arts and Sciences majoring in Public Policy with a double minor in Law & Society and Social and Cultural Analysis. She  spent most of her childhood in Houston, Texas, but has also lived in New Orleans, Calgary, and London. This is her first semester in Paris and she is looking forward to exploring all of the museums and hopefully learning French. She loves film photography, movies, and is always down to get coffee!

Emily's email: erc485@nyu.edu

Fall 2021

Paola Chamorro is a senior in the College of Arts and Science. She is pursuing a major in Public Policy and a minor in Politics. She is passionate about education equity and attributes her own academic success to programs she joined such as Sponsor for Educational Opportunities, which help close the opportunity gap for students from underrepresented communities. Her passion for educational equity led her to serve as a tutor in the America Reads and Counts program at NYU during her freshman and sophomore year. 

During her sophomore year at NYU, Paola joined the Diversity and Inclusion team at NYU London where she was able to plan events to celebrate Women's History month. She enjoyed the role and this led her to apply for the role in NYU Paris where she would be able to gain a new perspective on issues related to IDBE. As a Global Equity Fellow, Paola wants to use her passion for education equity to advocate for students to have an experience that puts their needs and interests at the forefront of their academic experience. At the same time, she hopes to curate resources and experiences that can foster a sense of community and belonging for students.

Paola's email: pac478@nyu.edu

Spring 2021

Sarah Daoui is a senior in Gallatin studying International Politics. She is passionate about cinema and post-colonial narratives, especially those in France. 

Through this role, she hope to not only make NYU Paris as comfortable and safe for everyone here this semester, but also work to establish resources for future students to NYU Paris. She would love to hear from you with any ideas you may have! She will be hosting one event per month and is also always available if anyone would like to schedule a zoom meeting to talk about anything related to IDBE at NYU Paris. 

School Year 2019-2020

Oyetunde “Oye” Olubowale is a junior at NYU’s Gallatin School of Individualized Study. She is pursuing an individualized concentration in Global Marketing, Media, and Propaganda. She is also working towards a Minor in Francophone Studies. Oye owes her exposure to diversity and various cultures to her travels to Switzerland, Kenya, Myanmar, Côte d’Ivoire, Rwanda, and Nigeria. As a Nigerian immigrant to the United States and extensive traveller, she is no stranger to culture shock and difference. Oye further developed her understanding of diversity and inclusion at the Wheeler School in Providence, Rhode Island where she served as head of the Black Affinity club and attended national student diversity leadership conferences.

During her first year at NYU, Oye was a part of the Rubin Poverty and Affluence stream where she researched and wrote about the disparities in the US public education and the barriers to voter access in New York. She also was a volunteer tutor with the New York French American Charter School in Harlem.  At NYU, Oye serves as the treasurer for UndocNYU( formerly known as Dream Team), a student activism club dedicated to advocating for and creating community with undocumented folks at NYU and beyond. As the Paris Global Equity Fellow, Oye hopes to explore media’s relationship with multiculturalism and diverse representation in France.