Carolyn Parsons, ESL Volunteer Written by Ana Gou Carolyn Parsons is a volunteer who has worked with BIIN since Spring 2024. She assists with the English Second Language (ESL) courses in the morning where she helps students learn new vocabulary and work with them on their pronunciation. In particular, she Read more
Intern Highlights: Ushan and Hannah Written by Skylar Perez Meet Ushan Perera! He is a current senior at Texas A&M University, majoring in Hospitality, Hotel Management, and Tourism Science. In addition to his professional and scholastic endeavors, he is a dedicated track athlete, proudly holding both the South Asian and Read more
Thank you and Farewell to Ana-Luisa Ortiz A Year in Review As Ana-Luisa Ortiz prepares to step down from her role as the director of BIIN in August, reflecting on her tenure unveils a transformative journey marked by dedication, compassion and programmatic advancements. Ortiz’s leadership has not only strengthened BIIN’s Read more
Faces of BIIN: Rob Johnson, ESL Volunteer Rob Johnson and his wife, Mary Rob Johnson is a dedicated volunteer who assists the morning English Second Language (ESL) courses. Volunteers in the ESL courses typically assist students by practicing one-on-one conversations with them and answering additional questions. Rob has been volunteering Read more