~President~
Name: Fang Chen
Major: Finance
Minor: Economics
Expected graduation date: Winter 2024
What made you join CPP?
I had always been involved with clubs and communities in previous schools. It was important for me to continue that communication and create friendships. Caring dearly about culture and diversity, Conversation Partners Program stood out to me as a freshman. I wanted to meet passionate people from different countries and cultures through this program. After one semester of CPP, I was determined to join the committee, which led me to be on the e-board as well.
What do you like to do in your spare time?
I like to do quite a variety of things during my free time. I like to draw and paint, listen to music, watch shows, play games, explore city restaurants, learn random facts about random things, and collect stationery.
What’s something quirky about you?
When I write or do math problems, I actually feel more awake (even when I don’t get a good night’s sleep). I am not sure why.
Favorite Quote:
“Friend something better than chocolate ice cream… maybe friend somebody you give up the last cookie for.” – Cookie Monster
~Vice President~
Name: Alison Broutin
Major: International Business
Minor: Finance
Expected graduation date: Fall 2023
What made you join CPP?
Wanting to find a community and having an impact on others. When I started at Baruch, I was very lonely and as an international student, I wasn’t feeling comfortable speaking out loud. I made a really good friend through CPP And I wanted to help other students have this feeling of belonging to Baruch and feel more comfortable talking to others.
What do you like to do in your spare time?
I love to travel, discover new things, and challenge myself. I love games and baking but it doesn’t always turn out great, unfortunately.
What’s something quirky about you?
I’m French and I had to google quirky. So something odd about me is that I talk too much and overshare all the time, I guess.
Favorite Quote:
“The greatest glory in living lies in not never falling, but in rising every time we fall”
~Secretary~
Name: Doreen Murekerisoni
Major: Finance
Minor: Communications
Expected graduation date: Spring 2024
What made you join CPP?
I would consider myself a super social person. I love meeting new people and learning about new cultures. When I found out about cpp from my communications professor and read about what the program is about I knew I had to join. I had such a great time with my partner and learned so much about cultures I’ve never had knowledge of.
What do you like to do in your spare time?
I love watching movies and cooking. I also love making Spotify playlists when I am bored lol.
What’s something quirky about you?
I love math (yikes lol)
Favorite Quote:
“A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step”
~Treasurer~
Name: Meina Huang
Major: Accounting
Minor: Sociology and Data Analytics
Expected Graduation Date: Spring 2025
What made you join CPP?
I joined CPP because this club is about meeting people from different places and helping each other while creating this awesome community. I would say that CPP has been an amazing experience, especially for me because I was able to meet a lot of passionate and intelligent people that have different cultural backgrounds than mine. In the end, I hope to learn something from each one of them.
What do you like to do in your spare time?
I usually like to spend my free time watching movies, drawing, shopping, going out with my friends especially trying out new restaurants, and cooking with my family.
What’s something quirky about you?
I hate drinking hot/warm temperature water, I prefer drinking cold water. I like some hot drinks but for most of the time, I like to put ice cubes in my drinks. Also, I love perfumes and scented things, for me, they are amazing to create certain memories, moods, and emotions.
Favorite Quote:
“Carpe diem. Seize the day boys. Make your lives extraordinary.” — Dead Poets Society
~Pair Matching Coordinator~
Name: Jasmine Zhong
Major: Industrial Organizational Psychology
Minor: Communications
Expected graduation date: Spring 2024
What made you join CPP?
I joined CPP to make friends! And to practice my communication skills because I am a shy girl. I really enjoyed myself when I joined the in-person event for CPP.
What do you like to do in your spare time?
In my spare time, I like to eat food! I am a big foodie and will go everywhere to try new food. I also like to go to museums and art galleries.
What’s something quirky about you?
When I talk, I mumble, and no one ever hears me. (Shy girl problems) I am also left-handed.
Favorite Quote:
“Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery, but today is a gift. That’s why it is called the present” – Master Oogway, Kung Fu Panda.