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Meet Our Staff

Yumin Wang, Director

Like the students I serve, I came to the United States to study as an international student. A number of years have passed, but I felt like it was yesterday when I flew in with an oversize suitcase and a pair of eager eyes.
 
A unique sense of fulfillment comes from academic achievement in a secondary language. The University of Bridgeport has a diverse student body and it is an exciting place to be. The entire staff and I are here to assist you in easing your transition into the University of Bridgeport community. I speak Chinese, and have traveled to Russia, France and Belgium.
 
 
Robyn Dilg, Associate Director
 
I was born and grew up in New Zealand but started traveling abroad when I was 20. I’ve lived in Japan, Australia, the U.S., Britain, and Spain and visited The Philippines, Korea, Canada, Lithuania, Latvia and Italy. I speak Spanish fairly well from having lived in Spain.
 
The University of Bridgeport is a great place to work because of our varied international student body. My responsibilities in the office include transfer-in and transfer-out, leave of absence and readmission. I really enjoy meeting with students one-on-one to advise them of their options under F-1 and J-1 immigration regulations so they have a rewarding experience at U.B. and in the U.S.
 
To contact me, please email rdilg@bridgeport.edu or internationaloffice@bridgeporte.edu.

Nadine Boudissa, Assistant Director/International Student Advisor

I was born in Bridgeport, Connecticut to a Cuban mother and a French father. I have a Bachelor’s degree in French and Spanish with a minor in International Studies from the University of Connecticut. I studied abroad in Canada, Spain and France, and speak fluent English, Spanish and French.

I specialize in SEVIS registration, address update and change of major. To contact me, please email nboudiss@bridgeport.edu.

Aisha Bedawi, International Student Advsior/SEVIS Coordinator
 
The University of Bridgeport is an excellent university. I know this for a fact because I attended U.B. and obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Social Science with a concentration in Pre-law. This university is one of the most diverse higher-learning institutes in the United States that will provide you with unique opportunities to learn about different cultures in the world.

As an International Student Advisor, I will be helping students adjust to the Western culture and assist in any way possible. As an immigrant myself, I know how difficult it can be to adjust. I am trilingual in Arabic and Kurdish as well as English. With my language abilities, I would like to make sure that our students feel welcome in our office and to not hesitate with any questions or concerns. My ultimate goal is to make sure that all international students have an unforgettable experience during their time here at U.B.

To contact me, please email abedawi@bridgeport.edu.

Alexandra Berry, International Student Advisor

Studying abroad is an exciting yet challenging opportunity which I know from my own personal experience. I have studied abroad in both Spain and Ecuador and continue to travel as a hobby. I speak English and Spanish and have begun to learn Portuguese and Italian. My interest in cultures and languages started at a young age and has led me to graduate with a degree in International Studies from Endicott College.

Our job at the International Student Services department is to help you enjoy your experience and take advantage of what the United States has to offer. With your own perseverance and our guidance you may find opportunities you may not have known existed. As an International Student Advisor I will be working mostly with students who decide to pursue Optional Practical Training.

To contact me, please email aberry@bridgeport.edu

Marlene Bojarski, Secretary

I was born and raised in Bridgeport, Connecticut. I have traveled extensively in the United States, and visited Spain and Germany. I issue letters and travel signatures.

To contact me, please email marlene@bridgeport.edu.