Author Archives: Carina Samson

About Carina Samson

Hello! I'm currently a 7th floor Resident Assistant at I-House! I was also previously an I-House Social Media Ambassador for the Spring 2022 semester and I'm reprising this role for Summer 2023. Writing has always been a passion of mine and I can't wait share the various diverse experiences and beautiful moments we have here at I-House with all of you! I was born in the Philippines and raised in Japan, and I'm currently a senior undergraduate student double majoring in Data Science and Psychology. In my free time, I love to write music, sing, play the ukulele, and go on hikes!

Welcoming Alumni from the 1980s Back to I-House

Posted on September 14, 2023 by Carina Samson

Over the summer, I had the pleasure of giving a tour to a group of six I-House alumni who lived at I-House in the 1970s – 80s, as well as a few of their friends. I’ve given I-House tours before … Continue reading →

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Introducing Resident Support Manager, Hawk Anderson!

Posted on August 16, 2023 by Carina Samson

Hi everybody! I’m Carina Samson, I-House’s Global Community Ambassador for the summer, as well as one of the 7th-floor RAs. I’m happy to introduce one of the new staff members here at I-House. Continue reading →

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Eric Assan on Advancing Digital Literacy for Peace in Ghana

Posted on August 7, 2023 by Carina Samson

I-House Resident Interview Series Our final Davis Projects for Peace award recipient interview features Eric Assan from Ghana, a master’s student in Education Policy at UC Berkeley. Here are some highlights of our discussion: Hello Eric! Thank you so much for being … Continue reading →

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Martin Ssemulugo on Promoting Hygiene and Sanitation for Peace in Uganda

Posted on August 2, 2023 by Carina Samson

I-House Resident Interview Series The next Davis Projects for Peace award recipient interview features Martin Ssemulugo from Uganda, a master’s student in Developmental Engineering at UC Berkeley. Here are some highlights of our discussion: Hello Martin! What’s your Davis Peace Project about? … Continue reading →

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Dinah Lawan on Advancing Projects for Peace in Nigeria

Posted on July 25, 2023 by Carina Samson

I-House Resident Interview Series Hello everyone! I’m Carina Samson and I’m the Global Community Ambassador here at International House this summer. I recently had the opportunity to interview Dinah Lawan, Martin Ssemulugo, and Eric Assan, the three I-House resident winners … Continue reading →

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I-House Summer 2023 Events

Posted on June 22, 2023 by Carina Samson

Read about I-House Berkeley summer activities from one of our Resident Assistants, Carina Samson. Continue reading →

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Introducing I-House Resident Events

Posted on August 17, 2022 by Carina Samson

Hello everyone! I hope you all had a restful summer and are feeling recharged for the upcoming school year. If you’re a new resident, welcome to I-House! For those who may not know what to expect, here is a comprehensive … Continue reading →

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My 5 Favorite Things About I-House

Posted on April 20, 2022 by Carina Samson

There are several reasons to love I-House but here are my top five! #InternationalHouse @ihouseberkeley Continue reading →

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Big Give at I-House 2022

Posted on March 17, 2022 by Carina Samson

The Big Give was truly a day of celebration. The university-wide annual fundraising event was nothing short of exciting as students, faculty, alumni and other members of the Cal community came together to support the amazing programs and organizations that … Continue reading →

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