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Student Advisory Board

CIRCLE Student Advisory Board (SAB) is an international student committee that offers guidance to CIRCLE’s professional staff on dealing with the unique needs of the international students at the ÌìÃÀÓ°ÊÓ´«Ã½. The principles of the board center around the engagement and advocacy for international student interests at the ÌìÃÀÓ°ÊÓ´«Ã½’s Seattle campus by:

• Consulting and engaging with CIRCLE staff to provide student perspectives and input on programs and initiatives related to international students on Seattle campus.
• Rendering and formalizing international student opinions on topics of interest to the international student body to impact University Administration, influencing policy and direction of campus affairs.
• Providing and advocating for a space and environment for international students to partake in the administrative and legislative processes of the University, and increase international student representation at critical campus affairs discussions.
• Taking initiatives to enhance international student experiences and to promote student success.

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Meet our 2025-2026 Board Members

 

Meet Our People

Ariel Shih

City, Country: Taipei, Taiwan

Languages: Mandarine, English

Hobbies: Matcha ³¦²¹´Úé hopping, baking sweet treats, and working out

Fun Fact: Afraid of butterfliesÌý🦋Ìý

SAB Motivation: I joined CIRCLE SAB to connect with international students and be part of a community where I can contribute and support others.Ìý

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Justin Sun

City, Country: Harbin->Beijing, ChinaÌý

Languages: Chinese, English, Korean (a little)Ìý

Hobbies: Astrophotography (in training)Ìý

Fun Fact: Published a photo collectionÌý

SAB Motivation: I joined CIRCLE SAB to help bridge communities, share experiences, and support internationalÌýstudents inÌýthriving at UW.Ìý

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Ishan Agrawal

City, Country: Kota,ÌýIndiaÌý

Languages: Hindi, EnglishÌý

Hobbies: Playing the piano

Fun Fact: Proud owner of a Great Dane

SAB Motivation: I joined CIRCLE SAB to improve the international student experience at UW and ensure our voices are represented in campus decisions.Ìý

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Surbhi Meena

City, Country: Toronto, Canada

Language: English, Hindi

Hobbies: Playing tennis, taking evening walks, sipping tea, and enjoying sweater weatherÌý

Fun Fact: Always ready for a winterÌý²µ±ð³Ù²¹·É²¹²â—especially Alaska or anywhere icyÌý

SAB Motivation: I joined CIRCLE SAB to foster an inclusive, supportive environment where international students feel empowered and represented.ÌýCurrent member of CSF-funded CIRCLE initiative.Ìý

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Lucy Gong

City, Country: Xiamen, ChinaÌý

Languages: Mandarin Chinese, English, Japanese (a little)Ìý

Hobbies: Swimming and listening to musicÌý

Fun Fact: Knows all the lyrics to All Too Well (10 Minute Version)Ìý

SAB Motivation: I joined CIRCLE SAB to help international students feel welcomed and supported, and toÌýcontribute toÌýstudent perspectives that improve campus life.Ìý

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Cissy Dai

City, Country: Beijing, China

Languages: English, Mandarin, FrenchÌý

Hobbies: Swimming, skiing, and hikingÌý

Fun Fact: Uses chopsticks incorrectlyÌý

SAB Motivation: I joined CIRCLE SAB to connect with international students and collaborate on meaningful changes that support our community.Ìý

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Waddah Aldharrab

City, Country: Jeddah, Saudi ArabiaÌý

Languages: English, ArabicÌý

Hobbies: Cooking, baking, photography, and taking walksÌý

Fun Fact: Have walked from Shoreline to downtown Seattle at least four timesÌý

SAB Motivation: I joined CIRCLE SAB to work with and support the broader international student community at UW.Ìý

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Jason Matthew Cundrawijaya

City, Country: Surabaya, IndonesiaÌý

Language: Indonesian, English

Hobbies: Aviation, Formula 1, soccer, guitar, and musicÌý

Fun Fact: Favorite singer: Owl City or Ed Sheeran; Favorite movie: F1: The MovieÌý

SAB Motivation: I joined CIRCLE SAB to advocate for international students while building a supportive and connected community.Ìý

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Noor Alhazmi

City, Country: Jeddah, Saudi ArabiaÌýÌý

Languages: Arabic, EnglishÌýÌý

Hobbies: Tennis, bouldering, and reading (FavouriteÌýreads:ÌýThe Kite Runner and Tuesdays with Morrie)Ìý

Fun Fact: Goal: Visit all 50 U.S. states within the next four yearsÌý

SAB Motivation: I joined to advocate for others while also finding a sense of community where I feel supported and connected.Ìý

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Aiying Huang

City, Country: China

Language: English, Chinese, SpanishÌý

Hobbies: Baking and cooking

Fun Fact: Enjoys experimenting with new dessert recipesÌý

SAB Motivation: I joined CIRCLE SAB to contribute to the community and help improve international students’ experiences on campus.Ìý

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Ruyan Li

City, Country: Wuhan, China

Languages: Mandarin, Japanese, English

Hobbies: Dance

Fun Fact: Owner of two dogs and one catÌý

SAB Motivation: I joined CIRCLEÌýSABÌýto make a positive impact on campus and develop leadership skills.Ìý

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Mrityunjay Joshi

City, Country: Bangalore, IndiaÌý

Languages: English, Hindi

Hobbies: Watching and playing sports,ÌýreadingÌýand listening to musicÌý

Fun Fact: TriedÌýto make boiled eggs and set off the fire alarm.Ìý

SAB Motivation: I joined CIRCLE SAB to help make the international student experience less confusing, lonely, and stressful by turning shared challenges into meaningful advocacy and creating a space where students feel heard, informed, and empowered.Ìý

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Past SAB Members

 

 

The Student Advisory Board is proudly funded by the Services and Activities Fee (SAF), a student-levied fund designed to enhance the out-of-class experience for students at the ÌìÃÀÓ°ÊÓ´«Ã½. SAF supports a wide range of programs and services that promote students’ cultural, emotional, intellectual, physical, and social well-being. Through this funding, we’re able to offer ongoing support and amplify students’ voices.