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We are excited to announce that starting Fall 2025, we will be relocating to Lindsay 22!

Alessia Dalsant
Alessia Dalsant, PhD
Director of CLIC
Faculty, Modern Languages Department

Welcome to CLIC! I am Alessia Dalsant, professor of Spanish and Italian language and culture, and director of the Center for Languages and International Collaboration. I have been a college professor since 2005, and I taught in a number of different institutions in the US. I am interested in Second Language Acquisition and the use of technology such as VR and AR to enhance language learning. At CLIC, I am eager to create a multicultural environment where cross-cultural interactions can flourish so that students can develop cultural and linguistic competencies.

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Sofia Flores
Spanish
LP Manager

¡Hola! My name is Sofia Flores, and I am a Spanish Language Partner at CLIC. I was born and raised in San Pedro Sula, Honduras, and am planning to major in Corporate Finance & Accounting with a double major in Computer Information Systems. Spanish is my native language, but I am also fluent in English and beginner in German. I am passionate about art, writing, and traveling. Every year, my family and I always visit new countries and immerse ourselves in different cultures. Spanish is a beautiful language, and I look forward to meeting new people and helping them improve it!

Meet our Language Partners!

Berenice Al-Khal
Berenice Al-Khal
French

Hi! My name is Berenice Al-Khal, and I am a French Language Partner at CLIC. I am a sophomore majoring in Marketing and minoring in Data Technologies. I was raised in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, but I currently live in Miami. My native languages are French, English, and Haitian Creole. I love to travel and learn about different cultures; my favorite country so far has been Colombia, which inspired me to learn Spanish. I also really enjoy the musical theater and attending ballets. I look forward to helping others gain confidence in their French skills!

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Nerea Cortes Carrillo
Spanish
Hola! My name's Nerea Cortes Carrillo, I'm a marketing and psychology major here at Bentley and I am a Spanish Language Partner here at CLIC. I was born in Barcelona Spain and moved to Andover Massachusetts when I was 7 years old where I was exposed to English for the first time so I know how hard learning a language can be. At home I speak Spanish and visit my family in Spain every summer and every Christmas break. I love spending time with them and living the Spanish culture that once surrounded me. I like playing volleyball, listening to music, hanging out with my friends and now am so excited to teach Bentley students the arts of Spanish!  
Widad Sofia Coriat
Widad Sofia Coriat
Spanish

Hola! My name is Widad Sofia Coriat, and I’m a Spanish LP at CLIC! I was born and raised in Panama City, Panama, and my major is FinTech and Management. I am fluent in Spanish and English, and I’m learning Greek and Italian. I believe that learning and exploring new cultures is one of the best ways to learn more about the world around us. Some of my favorite things are traveling to new places, cooking, and reading. I look forward to helping people improve their Spanish-speaking skills!

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Silvana Davi
Italian

Ciao! My name is Silvana Davi and I am an Italian LP at CLIC. I am a junior here at Bentley majoring in Economics-Finance and minoring in Law. I was born and raised on Long Island, New York and am in the process of pursuing my Italian dual citizenship. I have been traveling to Italy every year since I was a baby, as well as other countries all around the world. I grew up going to Italian school and speaking Italian with my grandparents. I have also just finished my semester abroad in Florence! Lastly, I am the President of the Bentley Italian Society. I am looking forward to helping students with their Italian here at Bentley!

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Zoe Grondin
French

Hi everyone! My name is Zoe Grondin, and am one of the French LPs! I am from a small town in northern NH, and I love to snowmobile and water ski! Here at Bentley, I am double-majoring in Finance as well as Language, Culture, and Business with a concentration in French. I have been studying the French language for several years and have had the opportunity to practice the language in Montreal, Paris, and Brussels! On campus, I am involved in CAB, Student Honors Council, and Pep Band. I am looking forward to helping you all improve your French!

Isabelle Han
Isabelle Han
Chinese

Hi! My name is Isabelle Han and I will be a Chinese Language Partner at CLIC. I was born in Chongqing China, and I grew up in Toronto, Canada. I am planning to major in Finance. I am passionate about learning about new cultures and new languages. I speak English, Chinese, Cantonese, Latin, and Sichuanese dialects, and I am currently learning French. I love art, reading, and horseback riding. And let's not forget my love for trying out new food – count me in for any foodie adventures!

I am so excited to be helping out with Chinese language skills and introducing Chinese culture to you all! Looking forward to our journey together!

Tracy Lai
Sitong (Tracy) Lai
Chinese

你好!Hello! My name is Tracy, and I will be a Chinese Language Partner at CLIC. I was born in Guangzhou, China, and grew up in New York City. I speak both Chinese and English fluently and have always been fascinated by the diverse cultures of the world, especially when it comes to food and makeup traditions. I love exploring different cuisines and beauty styles, finding joy in the little details that make each culture unique. I can't wait to help students enhance their language skills while sharing my enthusiasm for global cultures and creating an inspiring, welcoming learning environment!

Bryan Fondjo Nkwe
Bryan Fondjo Nkwe
French
Bonjour! My name is Bryan Fondjo Nkwe, and I am from Cameroon in Central Africa. I am a student candidate for 2027 at Bentley University, majoring in FinTech. My involvements on campus include serving as the Outreach Chair for the Bentley University African Business Conference, as well as a French Language Partner at CLIC. Additionally, I am part of the Honors Program. I enjoy playing soccer with friends, traveling, and embracing new cultural experiences. A fun fact about me is that I have travelled to over 10 countries!
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Matilde Ronchi
Italian & Spanish

Hola a todos! I’m Matilde Ronchi, one of the Spanish and Italian LPs. I was born in Milan, Italy, and grew up in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. At Bentley, I’m double majoring in Finance and Marketing. I’m fluent in Italian, Spanish, and English, and I speak intermediate French. Traveling and exploring new cultures are my greatest passions, and I’ve always believed that Spanish and Italian are among the most beautiful languages in the world. I’m excited to help you improve your language skills while sharing some of my favorite traditions and cultural insights. I can’t wait to meet you all, don’t hesitate to reach out! A presto!

Sofia Samper
Sofia Samper
Spanish

Hello! My name is Sofia Samper and I am a Spanish Language Partner at CLIC. I am a sophomore majoring in Business Economics with a concentration in Marketing. I was born in Madrid, raised in Ecuador until the age of ten, and then returned to Spain. Moving between cultures has allowed me to connect with diverse people and perspectives. Spanish is my native language, but I am also fluent in English and proficient in French. I have traveled to more than 21 countries and love exploring cultures, food, and experiences. Outside of academics, I am passionate about entrepreneurship as a member of the Bentley Entrepreneur Society and the Bentley Consulting Association. I enjoy tutoring, sharing my enthusiasm for learning, and helping students grow in their language journey.

Julian Zamora
Julian Zamora
Spanish

¡Hola! My name is Julian Zamora and I am a Spanish Language Partner here at CLIC! I am currently aspiring a double major in Finance and Technology and a minor in supply chain management. I'm from La Paz, Bolivia the highest capital city in the world. I speak both English and Spanish since I have been in an English-speaking school for my entire life. I love to play both soccer and tennis and love to watch both as well. I am really happy to be part of the CLIC team and I am eager to get to know you and help you learn the amazing language that Spanish is. Feel free to reach out and schedule an appointment!