2014 Annual Report
International House Philadelphia is a multicultural residential center, a source of distinctive programming, and the embodiment of an ideal. It has a critical three-fold mission: 路 To maintain a diverse and welcoming community for scholars f rom around the world and introduce them to the American experience 路 To broaden the horizons of its residents and the Greater Philadelphia community through high quality international ar ts and humanities programs 路 To encourage understanding, respect, and cooperation among the people of all nations
TABLE OF CONTENTS 3 Message from the board of trustees chair 4 message from the president & CEO 5 Life at international house 7 Resident demographics 11 resident Programs 1 3 Resident reflections: niloofar gholamrezai 1 4 davis projects for peace: gabrielle mnkande 1 5 alumni RELATIONS 1 7 alumni Spotlight 19 institutional advancement review 2 0 Special projects review 2 1 The 53rd global gala: colors of brazil 2 4 resident spotlight: mateus macedo quintano 2 5 film 2 7 free to love: the cinema of the sexual revolution 2 9 culture 3 1 music 3 2 art 3 3 program attendance 3 4 intrinsic impact 3 5 language programs 3 7 conference center and theater 3 9 staff development 4 1 Corporate + Community partners 4 3 Foundation partners 4 5 Individual support 4 8 inkind donations 5 0 Financial Statements 5 1 international house boards 5 2 international house staff 5 3 The hub of international culture
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message from the board of trustees chair Dear Friends and Supporters of International House: As the Board Chair of International House Philadelphia (IHP) for many years, I have had the pleasure of seeing the bar raised for our organization. As competition for housing, cultural programming, and operational support has intensified throughout our area, IHP remains a leader, as it has done for more than 100 years. With each successive year, the task of ensuring sustainability requires us to grow bolder and more resilient. We must also rise to the challenge of determining the best direction for the coming years. As our world becomes metaphorically smaller due to globalization’s arms of communication, IHP’s duty to its mission becomes more urgent. Ensuring that our resident-members, our contributing members, our Board of Trustees, our staff, our partners, and the general public that makes up our constituency maintains access to an intercultural hub guarantees that our community stays relevant and engaged. Through IHP’s cultural programming - including an awardwinning film program that continues to develop and diversify, a language program that prepares both English and foreign language speakers to engage with others in a thoughtful, educated, and prepared way, a conference center that allows groups to find a non-judgmental space to conduct their business and conservations, and a population of resident-members that are continuously engaged in developing themselves and each other by way of intercultural communication, living, exchange, and
perspective challenges - IHP continues to fulfill the mission it established so many years ago. Please join me in reviewing this past year, and in congratulating this dynamic organization for maintaining, and in many ways renewing, its position as an institution devoted to advancing dialogue between the people of all nations, and providing a homeaway-from-home for thousands of students, scholars, and interns from around the world – allowing these inquisitive and eager minds to advance on a personal and professional level that they will cherish and carry with them throughout their lives. Respectfully,
James M. Papada, III
Message from the President & CEO To the IHP Community: International House brings people from all over the world and from different communities in Philadelphia together, introducing them to new ideas and multicultural perspectives. IHP’s mission of uniting cultures, sharing experiences, and encouraging dialogue allows us to better understand ourselves, each other, and the world around us. In turn, this exchange helps shape Philadelphia into a truly global city. Day after day, International House serves resident students, scholars, and interns in helping them acquire the necessary skills for cross-cultural communication and understanding, and to navigate the all-to-often murky waters of young adulthood, first professional steps, and cultural assimilation. We hear time and time again from residents all over the world that the time they spent at International House is a time they visit on with frequency, as they look back to their experiences here to guide them through their chosen walks of life. Through influencing one resident at a time and equipping them with global and multicultural perspectives, IHP also influences the world. With innovation, diversity, and the global city movement at the forefront of concerns for Philadelphia, it is important for institutions such as International House to continue contributing to the city’s intercultural mission, and we do so through offering award-winning and diversified arts and cultural programs, English and foreign-language classes, and a conference center that provides space to hundreds of organizations and student groups
throughout the city. We welcome thousands of people from every walk of life through our doors each year, and with your support, we will remain the hub of international culture in Philadelphia. In presenting this Annual Report, which provides a snapshot of the programming, activities, and people that make International House Philadelphia the fantastic institution that it is, we ask you to join us in our mission of promoting understanding, respect, and cooperation between the people of all nations. With appreciation,
Tanya Steinberg
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Life AT international House
The Residential Center, including the Resident Activities and Advisory Center (R.A.A.C.) integrates students from around the world, including the U.S., by providing a place to live where cultural and ethnic differences in a community are shared and celebrated. IHP offers a safe environment where students and scholars can explore American culture, and the cultures of the other residents among them. Working with residents and our constituents, IHP’s mission, “to promote mutual understanding and respect”, is embraced by providing communal living educational programs, and developing resident’s interpersonal and leadership skills. R.A.A.C. promotes, provides, and enhances the residential experience of living at International House Philadelphia. Residents understand that living at International House is an option, an opportunity, and an experience that makes one part of a much larger global community. R.A.A.C. offers many opportunities to enhance the residential experience, including a leadership development program, as well as a variety of events and opportunities. Leadership Development Opportunities • • • • •
Resident Advisors Hospitality and Customer Service Community Advocates Resident Photographer Conference Center Staff
FAREWELL AND AWARDS CEREMONY A number of residents were honored at the annual Farewell and Awards Ceremony. President & CEO Tanya Steinberg, Director Glenn Martin, and Associate Director Michael T. Beacham, IV offered parting words of appreciation to residents who went above and beyond, and who now join the ranks of esteemed IHP alumni. The 2014 award recipients included: Resident Ambassador:
Minjoo Kwon (South Korea)
Most Involved Resident: Claudio Pacchierotti (Italy) Soheil Kashan (Iran) Resident Leadership: Yasser Alhejji (Saudi Arabia) Resident Advisor: Gabrielle Mnkande (USA) Niloofar Gholamrezaei (Iran) CANDLELIGHT CEREMONY At the beginning of the academic year, International House hosts a week-long series of events to welcome new and returning residents to IHP. This week culminates with the traditional International House Candlelight ceremony, originally started at IHP many years ago, and now celebrated throughout the world at other International Houses, as well. This year, the pledge was read aloud in more than 20 languages. International House Pledge As light begets light, so love, friendship, and goodwill are passed from one to another. We who have come from many nations to live in one fellowship at International House, promise one another to pass the light wherever we go.
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RESIDENT DEMOGRAPHICS
Total Number of Countries
78
Countries Represented Not Represented
IHP WELCOMED RESIDENTS FROM THE FOLLOWING COUNTRIES Angola • Argentina • Australia • Austria • Bahrain • Bangladesh • Belgium • Bolivia • Brazil • Canada • Chad • Chile • China • Colombia • Czech Republic • Denmark • Egypt • Estonia • Finland • France • Georgia • Germany • Ghana • Greece • Honduras • Hong Kong • Hungary • India • Iran • Ireland • Israel • Italy • Ivory Coast • Japan • Jordan • Kazakhstan • Kosovo • Kuwait • Latvia • Lebanon • Libya • Lithuania • Macau • Malaysia • Mexico • Mongolia • Morocco • Nepal • Netherlands • Nigeria • Norway • Pakistan • Peru • Poland • Romania • Russia • Rwanda • Saudi Arabia • Serbia • Singapore • South Korea • Spain • Sweden • Switzerland • Syria • Taiwan • Thailand • Tunisia • Turkey • Ukraine • United Arab Emirates • United Kingdom • United States • Venezuela • Vietnam • Yemen • Zambia • Zimbabwe
IHP RESIDENT MEMBERS Undergraduates, Graduates, Post-graduates, Internships, Special Programs, Training, and Research.
AGE RANGE
AREAS OF STUDY
18-47
45
196
ARTS
HEalthCARE
Occupancy
535
44
93
Business
Engineering
22
86
LAW
SOCIAL SCIENCES
49 SCIENCES
GENDER
31% of IHP resident are also enrolled in English Language Programs
GLOBAL REPRESENTATION
51% 76% INTERNATIONAL 24% USA
49%
Our residents were involved in programs at the following colleges, universities, and institutions: American Philosophical Society Library • Annenberg School of Communication • Children's Hospital of Philadelphia • Community College of Philadelphia • Cooper Hospital • CVS Pharmacy/NABP • Delaware Community College • Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center • Drexel University • FAIMER • Freeman Auction House • Harcum College • Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania • Hussian School of Art • Independent Studies • INSEAD • International SOS • Irish Immigration Center • Janney Montgomery Scott • Jean Madeline • JP Morgan Chase • Kaplan Career Institute • Lincoln Technical Institute • Monell Chemical Senses Center • Nationalities Service Center • Navy Yard • Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts • Pennsylvania Hospital • Rosemont College • Rutgers University • Swedish - American Chamber of Commerce • Sleep Center • St. Christopher's Hospital • Swarthmore College • Temple University • The Language Company • The Library Company of Philadelphia • The Wistar Institute • Thomas Jefferson University • University of Pennsylvania • West Lakes Plastics • Wills Eye Institute
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IHP developed programs for residents The Resident Activities and Advisory Center (R.A.A.C.) holds many large-scale, community-based programs that allow residents to meet visitors from outside IHP, while showcasing their home and their cultures with pride. Programs include: Candlelight Ceremony, EID, LGBT Pride Day, Resident Organized Talent Show, Resident and Alumni Art Show,Diwali, Lunar New Year, and more.
ihp developed programs for residents
2,525
Total Attendance
1,175
= 25 Attendees
34
Total Programs
17
Social Programs & Events
Attended Cultural Programs
760
Attended Educational Programs
590
Attended Social Programs & Events
7
Educational Programs
10
Cultural Programs
Programs developed by resident advisors Resident Advisors (RAs) help engage residents with the IHP community, and offer support during one’s stay – introducing fellow residents to each other and the city of Philadelphia. Resident Advisors this year hailed from a variety of nations such as Bangladesh, Chad, Niger, China, India, Iran, and the United States, and offered support in many ways. Our Resident Advisors are charged with providing programs that take place in the House lounges, the Yarnall Conference Center, the Berwind Student Center, and the Ibrahim Theater.
programs developed by resident advisors
2,577
Total Attendance
1,992
= 25 Attendees
94
Total Programs
68
Social Programs & Events
Attended Social Programs & Events
361
Attended Educational Programs
224
Attended Cultural Programs
14
12
Cultural Programs
Educational Programs
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Resident Reflections: Niloofar Gholamrezai I am a visual artist from Iran. I have had eleven years of education in the different fields of visual arts, and recently graduated with a Master of Fine Arts from the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts. Through this experience, and others, I have had the privilege to study the arts and cultures of many parts of the world. My educational background has taught me that cooperation and respect cannot be accomplished without the understanding of different behaviors, ethics, and points of view, contextualized within specific cultures. For me, International House Philadelphia (IHP) is a cultural community. Living and working as a Resident Advisor (RA) at IHP is a unique experience. I think this is because of the diversity found here. The cultural diversity is not easily found in one place throughout the world, but at International House, in Philadelphia, and perhaps all of the United States, there is a concentration of multiple cultures and beliefs that adds such value to one’s own life and experiences. As an RA, I have tried to share my artistic background with this amazing community. I developed a workshop on basic color theory, which taught residents how to understand and work with color in their everyday lives. I also curated an art show for the residents of IHP, featuring their work. It is my hope that this art show will become an integrated part of the community, occurring year after year, because cultures,
behaviors, languages, ethics, and more, are revealed and communicated through creative work. This exhibit represented the participating resident’s individual cultures, as well as the perspectives of different nations. I was happy that proceeds from the sale of artworks were directed to the IHP Resident Emergency Fund as this fund is vital to our community, where many residents come from countries that suffer economic or political crises. Living and working at IHP have been two of the best experiences of my life. I feel that IHP and my fellow residents, members, staff, and the larger community are now home. I connect strongly on many levels with the mission of this institution: improving cultural understanding among the people of all nations. I continue to learn from this opportunity, and am sure to take these lessons with me through my life, in all that I do. Niloofar Gholamrezai, from Iran, has lived at IHP since August 2012. She is currently spending the upcoming year completing an optional practical training (OPT), and graduated in May 2014 with a Master of Fine Arts from the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts. She received her B.F.A. from Tehran University of Art. In 2014, Niloofar was awarded IHP Resident Advisor of the Year.
Davis Projects for Peace: Gabrielle Mnkande Gabrielle Mnkande was awarded a $10,000 Davis Projects for Peace grant for her project titled Portraits of Peace, completed during the summer of 2014. Portraits of Peace engaged Tanzanians in further developing critical thinking, creative writing, photography, and discussion skills. Her work is centered on the theme of gender equality in Tanzanian society. The focus of the project was equal treatment and opportunity for all, with an emphasis on, and direct engagement of Tanzanian youth. "Being afforded the opportunity to live and work at IHP has truly been a blessing. I know that I am not alone in saying that IHP is synonymous with family. Here I see people from different cultures and walks of life come together at events such as our annual Holiday Party, or showcase their cultures to the Philadelphia community. The inaugural bond and network goes beyond one’s tenure at IHP. I have come to experience how the IHP network, friends, support, etc. truly transcends the city line of Philadelphia.” Gabrielle J. Mnkande, from Baltimore, Maryland, has lived at IHP since August 2013. She is currently enrolled, entering her second year, in the Master’s of Public Health Program at Drexel University. She received her BA from Hofstra University. In 2014, Gabrielle was awarded IHP Resident Advisor of the Year.
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Alumni Relations Throughout the year, the Alumni Relations program at International House Philadelphia engages former residents with each other and with IHP, no matter where in the world they now live. Through alumni-specific programming and communication initiatives, the Alumni Relations program provides a variety of opportunities for IHP alumni to continue to foster their bonds of friendship as the years go by. The Alumni Relations program exemplifies IHP’s strong commitment to serving its evergrowing international community beyond the time residents spend living at International House. The highlight of Alumni Relations this year, a fundraising initiative by the Alumni Council, was the establishment of the Resident Emergency Fund, which provides limited emergency financial assistance to select IHP residents who are unable to meet immediate, essential expenses due to an emergency situation. All donations were matched up to the first $5,000 by a generous pledge from fellow IHP Alum and Alumni Council Member, Chuck Gupta (IHP’ 56). In total, 23 alumni donated $8,740, and it now has a balance of more than $10,000. With this fund, IHP has the ability to provide residents with more than advice and moral support when it is needed most.
Other highlights from the alumni program this year include: • Increased Alumni Facebook group membership by 86% • Increased Alumni LinkedIn connections by 21% • Published four iWorld Newsletters that reached nearly 3,000 alumni by e-mail, Facebook, LinkedIn, the IHP website, and direct mail • Alumni contributions increased 342% • Regularly occurring Alumni Council meetings to discuss current alumni issues and future agendas • A year-end Alumni Reunion with a private reception for alumni and current residents coincided with the Brazilian BBQ on June 14, 2014
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ALUMNI Spotlight: Hilary Moore (IHP ‘99-‘01) Where I am from: I was born in Malawi and grew up in Scotland, before moving to England for my undergraduate degree. I arrived in Philly aged 21. My time at International House: I lived at International House for two years (1999 and 2000) while doing a PhD in the Anthropology of Music at UPenn. I was a Senior Resident Assistant for all that time. That meant I had a brilliant opportunity to get to know a huge number of wonderful, talented people with fascinating lives. Fondest memories of the House: I have so many! Playing ping pong downstairs late into the night; discovering Takeshi Kitano’s films in the theater; late night dinners with amazing home-cooked food from all around the world; culture-themed parties, with us spilling out onto the balconies for fresh air breaks (I particularly remember persuading a large group to Scottish Country Dance!); cheese fries and beers around the corner at the local bar; and then - above all - working and bonding with the whole Resident Assistant team. There are far too many to mention, but I met so many people I came to care for deeply - fascinating people, with incredible lives, amazing resilience, great intellect, and wonderful warmth.
What impact my experience at IHP had on my personal and/ or professional life: Being at IHP made my experience at UPenn so much richer and happier than it would have otherwise been, and immensely personally enriching. On top of that, the exposure I had to so many nationalities really reinforced my love of living with diversity and my fascination for communicating across different cultures. That interest has been a constant thread in my life since. First, I took a year out to live and work as a volunteer in Swaziland, Africa. Then, my PhD thesis studied racial and national identity in diasporal communities. I then went on to become a cross-cultural and foreign language trainer for international business. Part of my work now, at McKinsey, concentrates on how people communicate across different cultures and language barriers, and I’ve just brought out an English for Business phrasebook, which pulls a lot of those themes together. My memories of International House remain incredibly warm after all these years. It’s a unique community, which I feel privileged to be part of! Hilary Moore (IHP ‘99-‘01) communications Specialist at McKinsey & Company. Author, Great Business English: Phrases, Verbs and Vocabulary for Speaking Fluent English. www.greatbusinessenglish.com
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Institutional Advancement Review Institutional Advancement is a complex set of moving parts—multiple departments, operating in different circles and on different schedules, at any given time simultaneously collaborating on projects and working in parallel, but always singularly focused on fulfilling and advancing the mission. The IHP departments that collectively comprise this area, Development, Marketing & Communications, Arts & Humanities Programs, Conference Center, and Language Programs, each have very different means by which they work towards the fulfillment of our mission. Many of these efforts will be familiar to readers as mainstays in the Philadelphia community: our Arts & Humanities program, now in its 35th year, continues to entertain and elucidate Philadelphia’s diverse audiences; our language program, now in its 40th year, continues to educate and improve access to greater cultural understanding; and our Global Gala, now in its 54th iteration, continues to be a highlight on the city’s social calendar, bringing Philadelphia’s cultural communities together. Our annual review of these long-standing, now historically significant, programs reveal many examples of our successes from the past fiscal year worthy of highlighting and celebrating. While these programs remain true to their origins and to the mission, they occurred this year in conjunction with a great deal of change and innovation.
As with any institution, constant evaluation of systems and practices is imperative in identifying the challenges that require attention, so that we may continue to improve our work towards the fulfillment of the mission each and every year. This past year was no different, and there were many challenges identified and met, many of which, because of their behindthe-scenes nature, would not be included in our programmatic highlights. That in no way diminishes their importance to the advancement of the institution, however, and, in many ways, it could be said that the highlights for the year were as successful as they were because of these innovations.
Special Projects Review • In September 2013, after many laborious months of preparation and hard work, we launched our new website. The new layout, navigation, and interface has had a dramatic and positive impact on how we present ourselves to the world in the digital age, and has provided stronger search engine optimization and improved integration of online individual and group housing applications, conference center reservations, language class registrations, membership registrations and renewals, and much more.
• In November, our Housing reservation system, StarRez, received a much needed upgrade, which provided us with improved data management and security, and a streamlined application process.
• Our development database and constituency management platform received a much needed upgrade this year as well, and in October 2013, after a lengthy and painstaking process, the migration and upgrade was completed, paving the way for online processing of memberships and contributions, as well as more detailed reporting and improved data management.
• New, additional wireless access points were installed throughout the building to provide IHP residents and tenants, as well as visitors to IHP, improved internet access.
• Also in October, a substantial piece in our theater’s digital cinema projection upgrade was completed with the installation of a new DCP server. This equipment, in conjunction with our Barco 2K projector, expands the possibilities of screening formats at IHP from our traditional 35mm and 16mm film to the latest digital formats from major studios and distributors—an enormous benefit to both IHP and our long list of programmatic partners in the community. Film enthusiasts, however, needn’t fret—we will continue to honor our commitment to screening celluloid whenever possible!
• Our housing amenities also received an upgrade this past fiscal year with the installation of state-of-the-art filtered water fountains in all house lounges, new kitchen counters in all 16 kitchen suites, and new furniture for our apartments.
• New security cameras and an improved intercom system were installed at our loading dock entrance over the course of this fiscal year. • Our Conference Center received numerous upgrades throughout the year, beginning with improved network and internet connectivity in all rooms. In addition, each room was also spruced up with fresh paint, new artwork, new blinds and window treatments, and we finished the year with the purchase of new tables to accommodate your next meeting, conference, or event!
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THE 53rd GLOBAL GALA: Colors of Brazil Over the past year, International House Philadelphia honored the South American country of Brazil, a timely and thoughtful celebration of a nation on the rise; a country in the midst of expanding its global presence while strengthening ties with our region. The Global Gala and events associated help us strengthen our community by providing an authentic and immersive experience for guests to share; the goal being to bring people together for a night of food, music, and celebration so that they can better understand, respect, and cooperate with each other, in turn helping IHP fulfill its mission. IHP’s 53rd Global Gala: Colors of Brazil on May 17th was attended by nearly 300 guests who were greeted by residentmembers and Brazilian Sambistas, and then enjoyed a cocktail party, silent auction, an authentic Brazilian dinner provided by Modern Palate Catering Company, and live performance by Dendê & Band. The party continued late into the night, and proceeds from the event went towards supporting operational costs, residential services, and arts programming. Celebrating Brazil was the perfect teaser for the World Cup played in June, as well as the Olympics to come in 2016. Additionally, the Brazilian government has been investing in its young people by developing and fostering educational partnerships for them around the world. We have provided a home for many of these young people this year, and in other years. The Global Gala supports IHP’s work to attract the brightest individuals from around the world to the Philadelphia region, helping them be successful in school while experiencing life in Philadelphia to the fullest.
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In celebration of Brazil, its people, its history, and its culture, IHP hosted the following events: November 12, 2013 Culture & Cuisine at Chima Brazilian Steakhouse January 15, 2014 Caiprinha Tasting March 4, 2014 Brazilian Carnaval featuring live performance by Philly Bloco April 16, 2014 Opening Reception for Brazilian artist Daniel Gafanhoto’s photograph exhibit: “From Rio to Brotherly Love” May 17, 2014 53rd Global Gala: Colors of Brazil June 14, 2014 Brazilian Barbeque featuring Capoeira dancers and live performance by Dendê Band
Water Cooler fund raiser Over $5,500 was raised at the Gala towards purchasing eight new, ADA compliant designed sanitary, sensor activated water coolers that have now been installed in each house lounge, on every floor. Residents are happy to have easy access to filtered drinking water, and appreciate the simple water bottle filling feature.
Resident Spotlight: Mateus Macedo Quintano Brazilian resident-member Mateus Macedo Quintano first arrived in Philadelphia in August 2013, as part of the Brazilian government’s initiative ‘Science Without Borders,’ which provides qualified students the opportunity to study both the English language, and a scientific discipline in the United States. A highly competitive program, Mateus was thrilled to be accepted and enrolled in an ELP program at the University of Pennsylvania. Upon completion of four months of intensive language study, is now taking classes in Organic Chemistry. Faced with the usual housing options, one stood out for Mateus. He had heard of International House while still in Brazil, and was looking forward to living in this place that he calls “famous for providing international students exposure to different cultures and points of view.” Since he moved in, Mateus has become particularly fond of students from Japan and Korea. He was surprised to discover that they often share the same opinions, and loves how polite and respectful they are. When asked what is his favorite memory of living at International House Philadelphia thus far, Mateus recalled the Candlelight Ceremony, also held each year at many other International House locations throughout the world. He was very touched to hear a fellow resident reading the International House pledge in Portuguese. Mateus valued this moment as he was still so new to the United States – it made him feel
at home, and feel welcome amongst so many new faces and cultures. Mateus looks forward to staying at International House Philadelphia until he must return to Brazil in December 2014. However, he explained, he will be back! Mateus has so enjoyed his experience here that he intends to return to Brazil to complete his undergraduate degree, and then return to Philadelphia and IHP to pursue his graduate studies. We wish him luck in all he does, and look forward to seeing him again soon! Mateus Macedo Quintano, from Minas Gerais, Brazil, has lived at IHP since August 2013. He is enrolled in the Brazilian government’s initiative ‘Science Without Borders’ which includes a four month English Language Program (ELP) at The University of Pennsylvania. Having completed the ELP program, he is currently taking course work in Organic Chemistry at the University. He will return to Brazil to complete his undergraduate degree but hopes to return to Philadelphia and IHP to pursue his master’s degree. In 2014, Mateus was nominated for the IHP Resident Ambassador award.
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FILM As one of Philadelphia’s premier arts institutions, IHP provides a wide variety of exceptional film screenings and live events throughout the year. Through this year’s many offerings, one can find a complex and fascinating portrait of the world around us represented through moving images. Beginning in July with a complete retrospective of Warren Sonbert’s films, IHP set the stage for another banner year. Sonbert was a pioneer of experimental cinema and drew inspiration from Opera, Alfred Hitchcock, as well as early film “diarists”, such as Jonas Mekas and Gregory Markopoulos. The series was hosted and introduced by film historian Jon Gartenberg, and funded through a grant from the Lindback Foundation. The surreal, poetic visions of Armenian auteur Sergei Parajanov proved to be enormously popular in our mid-August, four-film retrospective. From the mythical poetry of Parajanov, we moved on to three ambitious and densely layered films by French New Wave master Jacques Rivette, screened in September. In October, we featured a survey of Austrian artist Peter Kubelka, including his films, and a documentary about his life and work. We then pivoted to Jean Rouche, a French filmmaker. His work, described as ‘shared anthropology” and “ethno-fiction” is praised by the French New Wave and Direct Cinema filmmakers for his unique, unparalleled cinematic vision. Our fall season also included Birdwatching, a popular series of films dedicated to all things aviary. The program featured a 50th anniversary screening of Alfred Hitchcock’s The Birds. The biggest highlight of our 2014 season was Free to Love: The Cinema of the Sexual Revolution. The month-long series began in mid-January, and included dozens of feature length and short films introduced by several notable scholars and filmmakers.
Free to Love was a milestone for IHP, capturing national media attention and generating an enormous amount of local interest. The project was funded by the Pew Center for Arts & Heritage, including the accompanying catalog, now being distributed nationally by D.A.P/Artbook. Early 2014 included visits from Amos Poe, who screened his legendary film Blank Generation in conjunction with an exhibition of Punk/New Wave memorabilia at the Galleries at Moore College, and Ben Russell who premiered his new film A Spell to Ward Off the Darkness, co-sponsored by Temple University. April brought UCLA’s touring Festival of Preservation to Philadelphia for the first time. The series featured UCLA Film & Television Archive’s recent restorations of silent films, film noir, and rare Hollywood classics. This summer began with a packed house to view newly restored animated film by John & Faith Hubley, which coincided with John Hubley’s centennial birthday. The program was introduced by Emily Hubley, daughter of the animators and occasional subject of their films. Finally, this year saw the introduction of diversified programming. Our most popular effort was the Family Matinee series, featuring family-friendly films screened one Saturday each month during the afternoon. This series included the much-loved Studio Ghibli classics My Neighbor Totoro, Porco Rosso, Castle in the Sky, and Spirited Away, as well as many other fantastic selections, such as The Illusionist, The Nightmare Before Christmas, Fantastic Mr. Fox, and The Secret of Kells. With an emphasis on diversity, our distinctive programs mentioned above provide a unique perspective from artists who span the globe, for a wide range of audiences. As we gear up for another year of world-class programs at IHP, there is much to look forward to including new partnerships, and a new roster of special guests, cutting edge films, and cultural events.
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Free to Love: THE Cinema of the Sexual Revolution
Free to Love: The Cinema of the Sexual Revolution was a comprehensive survey of films from the 1960’s and 1970’s examining themes of sexuality, sexual liberation, and the changing attitudes toward sexual openness which emerged in western society during the 1960s and 70s. The series, funded by the Pew Center for Arts & Heritage, consisted of 20 feature length films and 46 short films. Many of these screenings were introduced by notable scholars and artists, each of whom highlighted a different aspect of this fascinating period of history. The series kicked off with a special preview screening curated by New York based filmmaker MM Serra, and concluded with a discussion between artists Barbara Hammer, AK Burns, AL Steiner and Serra. The official program began on January 10th with an opening reception and a special 35mm screening of the infamous Swedish underground hit I am Curious (Yellow). Over the next six weeks a variety of filmmakers, scholars, and critics converged on International House Philadelphia to present some outrageous and controversial films to an eager Philadelphia audience. Highlights from the series included a rare public appearance by Radley Metzger introducing his film Score, critic and author hosting a screening of DuŠan Makavejev’s WR: The Mysteries of the Organism and queer cinema pioneer Barbara Hammer presenting her early 16mm films. This one of a kind
series also featured a 128 page catalog featuring five essays, as well as a transcript of a panel that took place prior to the series. The catalog also contains a DVD featuring three short films that were screened during the series. With articles in the Philadelphia Inquirer, Huffington Post, and dozens of regional publications this program far exceeded our expectations with regard to its overall impact on the organization’s visibility. Additionally, the catalog that was produced is now distributed by DAP/Artbook, one of the largest providers of arts related publications in country. Our audience for this project was significantly larger than many of our past screenings. Signups for membership were up by almost fifty percent for the duration of the series. Additionally, given the project’s focus on LGBT themes, there was a significant increase in attendance from this community. Our goal was to expand our curatorial capacity by dedicating a major portion of our calendar year to a project that was both unique in its focus and historically significant. Based on the response to the project, from the audience, peers in the field, and the media, we are confident that we contributed to the overall cultural life of the region with a project that provided an important opportunity to engage a broad range of audiences through film exhibition, as well as public discussion.
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CULTURE Cultural programming at International House comes in many forms, including the exploration of regional traditions and cuisines, as well as the celebration of holidays from around the world. Our cultural programming continues to grow each year, and is an integral offering to our community. Eid Celebration, observed in early August, concluded the month of dawn-to-sunset fasting of Ramadan. Residents, many in traditional garb, gathered to break their fast, and share information on the meaning of the Ramadan fast and the Eid celebration with each other and the public. Diwali: Festival of Lights, held in November, featured a wonderful performance by Naatya Seva from the Academy of Indian Classical Dance, an interactive recital and presentation on Diwali customs according to geographic region, traditional Indian Cuisine, and Henna art, offering residents and the public a glimpse into Indian culture. Our popular Lunar New Year event on February 7th, in celebration of the Chinese Year of the Horse, featured more than 15 live dance performances, traditional songs, and a sampling of Chinese food. The event was well attended by the public and residents. IHP’s Board of Delegates hosted two Culture and Cuisine events over the course of the year. Culture and Cuisines are special opportunities to bring people together at restaurants throughout the city – networking while sharing a meal and learning about different cultural traditions. In November, in anticipation of our 2014 Global Gala celebrating Brazil, we visited Chima Brazilian Steakhouse. Dinner guests were served drinks, top sirloin, and fillets, viewed a Brazilian film, and were treated to a fantastic performance by the Brazilian ensemble Minas. February brought everyone together at local restaurant Al Zaytouna, for a Tunisian feast. Guests enjoyed a traditional Tunisian menu while listening to guest speaker Jerry Sorkin’s presentation titled, “Tunisia: the Country that Inspired the SoCalled ‘Arab Spring’ and its Challenges in Democratization.”
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MUSIC International House Philadelphia offers a wide variety of distinctive arts programming to the Philadelphia community. As an integral part of IHP's history, programs at International House are offered year-round, and include artistically significant and socially relevant film screenings, exhibits, lectures, and live performances. This year, we welcomed many well-known musicians to our stage, beginning with the leading lady of electronic rock, Zola Jesus, who was joined by experimental music trailblazer, J.G. Thirlwell. September 12: IHP’s Benefit Art Auction and Season Kick-Off: Zola Jesus + J.G. Thirlwell “While it seemed a stretch to take an electronic rock leading lady out of the club and into the art-house, last night Zola Jesus gave the impression that she’s more comfortable in a theatrical setting. Backed by New York’s Mivos Quartet, as well as experimental music trailblazer J.G. Thirlwell - who conducted the proceedings with a metronomic arm from behind a MacBook – Zola Jesus’ set at International House was a haunting chamber pop performance as heard on her new album, Versions.” - John Vettese, ‘Reinventing Zola Jesus with J.G. Thirlwell and Mivos Quartet’ The evening kicked off our fall season of programming, and was accompanied by an art auction to benefit the arts programming, which raised in excess of $5,400. October 13: Mark Hosler, Thomas Dimuzio, Wobbly, M.C. Schmidt Presented in quadrophonic sound, this performance rattled all four corners of the room as a distinguished cast of sonic
explorers ranged promiscuously across the outer space of experimental sound, using modular synths, circuit bent instruments, obsessive compulsive sample banks, and percussive oddities. November 18: Israeli Jazz Phest – Ayala Ingedeshet Israeli Ethiopian vocalist Ayala Ingedeshet's compositions and performance style brought a memorable fusion of jazz, soul, R&B with Israeli and Ethiopian rhythms and beats to IHP. February 6: Spring Season Preview Party – Dancetorium: An Evening of Post-Punk and New Wave Music Celebrating the Death of Analog Video Performance by Crash Course in Science Crash Course in Science, New York/Philadelphia based synthpunk, electro-wave pioneers, brought primitive analog drum machines and homemade synthesizers to IHP for our Spring Preview. March 4: Brazilian Carnaval – Philly Bloco/Worldtown In celebration of Brazilian Carnaval, IHP welcomed PhillyBloco. The crowd went wild for this colorful mash-up of samba, funk, and reggae. The evening began with a special set by Worldtown, who seamlessly mixed Brazilian, West African, West Indian, Middle Eastern, and Balkan rythyms. March 25: Ars Nova Workshop presents - Susanna / Charles Cohen / Chris Forsyth Ars Nova Workshop brought Oslo-based artist Susanna to IHP. Best known for her duo Susanna And The Magical Orchestra Her trio includes Helge Sten, known for his work as Deathprod and in Supersilent.
ART International House stages four, temporary fine art exhibits each year, featuring the work of local and regional artists. At least one show a year is done in conjunction with InLiquid, a local hub for artists, as a means of providing much-needed exhibition space to their artists, and maintaining a valuable community-based partnership between our two organizations. This year, we were thrilled to host two InLiquid artists, Jessica Demcsak who showed beautiful wooden sculptural objects, and Daniel Gafanhoto, a native Brazilian and now resident of Washington, D.C. who showed a selection of striking digital photographs featuring the cities of Philadelphia and Rio de Janeiro. Daniel’s show also coincided with our 53rd Global Gala: Colors of Brazil, and he was generous enough to provide us with a photograph for our silent auction. Additionally, during our fall season, we exhibit local talent Aubrie Costello, who referenced travel and international themes through silken-script adhered to the walls, as well as Shelby Donnelly, a graduate of Temple’s MFA program. IHP commissioned Shelby to create large-scale, site-specific banners to hang in the galleria, referencing our Pew-funded film series, “Free to Love: The Cinema of the Sexual Revolution.” Shelby also installed her mixed-media wall hangings, and several plaster sculptures in our dedicated East Alcove Gallery space.
Summer 2013 July 17 – October 1, 2013 InLiquid Partner Exhibit Jessica Demcsak: Suspension of Time Fall 2013 October 16 – December 31, 2013 Aubrie Costello: Silk Graffiti Winter 2014 January 29 – March 28, 2014 Shelby Donnelly: Fabric Impressions Spring 2014 April 16 – June 30, 2014 InLiquid Partner Exhibit Daniel Gafanhoto: From Rio to Brotherly Love Live Art Auction Thursday, November 14, 2013 The Work of Anne Boysen: Art of Exuberance
All of the shows were well received, and engaged both residents and the public alike in conversation and thought.
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Films Screened
20,107
Total Attendance
20,107
17,998
12,345
529
A NNU A L A TTENDEN C E FY 2014 FY 2013 FY 2012
program Attendance 110
529
Filmmakers & Presenters in Person
24
Pre or Post Receptions
325
= 100 Attendees
Total Programs
7,331
General Admission
202
Film Screenings
12
Cultural
9
5,793
Free Admission
64
Live Performances
Educational
5,057
Members/Residents
1,348 Students 578 Seniors
5
31
Language
Art Exhibits
2
Films with Live Score
intrinsic impact For the second year, International House has assessed the impact of our arts programming, through an Intrinsic Impact Survey, part of an international initiative. The study attempts to determine how people are transformed by arts and cultural experiences – a question that cuts to the core of both policy and practice in the cultural sector. Arts and cultural organizations have long assumed that patrons somehow change (be it a new perspective, exposure to a new culture, food for thought, etc…) after participating in whatever program has been presented – but it has always been difficult to determine what type of change occurs and how they are different. Intrinsic impact is at the core of the value system surrounding the arts. If the impact doesn’t occur at the time of the exchange between the art and audience, then the economic social, and civic benefits associated with the arts can’t happen. Intrinsic impact quantitatively measures qualitative experience. Quality of experience is very important and is why investment in artistic processes and creative programming endeavors can pay substantial dividends to individuals, families, and the community.
73%
of attendees were emotionally impacted by the film
79%
of attendees stated that the film caused them to think about an idea or issue
59%
of attendees were exposed to a new type or style of art
71%
6%
Increase from FY2013
7%
Increase from FY2013
29%
Increase from FY2013
11%
Increase of attendees were exposed to from FY2013 a culture outside their own life experiences
73%
of attendees left with new insight on human relationships, life, or social issues
21%
Increase from FY2013
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Language Programs The language programs at International House are unique in the larger community for several reasons: the variety of offerings, the unique style of learning that allows students to start communicating at an early level, and the affordable cost. With an interesting and thoughtful roster of both foreign languages and English language classes, there is something for everyone. Focus is divided between speaking and listening, and reading and writing. IHP’s language classes are filled with students from all over the world, and are conducted by volunteer teachers, all of whom are interested in world culture and bring these interests to the classroom. This makes classes a great place to meet people from other countries and learn about both American and foreign cultures. Students participate in field trips, extra-curricular activities, and have opportunities to meet with conversation partners. “[Volunteering at IHP] was a culturally enlightening experience. It was also fun and challenging to teach [English] in such a unique context. I hope to work in an intercultural environment again. I enjoyed the interactions and exchanges with people excited to be in the U.S. for the first time, and was glad to lend my help and experience with the English language toward making their communicative experiences in the country smoother.� -Anthony Worman Teacher of Intermediate English (TOEFL)
FY 2014
258
480
403
Total Students
FY 2013 FY 2012
24 Volunteer Teachers 258
Total Students
37
= 2 Students
Total Classes
159
English
18
45
English
5
Farsi
Spanish
35
Mandarin
14
6
Spanish
6
French
Farsi
3 2
Korean French
1
Korean
Mandarin
1
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Conference Center and Theater IHP’s Conference Center and Theater offer a wide range of facilities suitable for an event of any nature. With a 360seat theater and a variety of meeting rooms perfectly sized to meet the needs of any group, the venue is ideal for seminars, lectures, workshops, classes, training sessions, and receptions. It is also available for large conferences held in the theater, with several additional breakout spaces available. Our rates are reasonably suited for non-profits and educational groups, and we can tailor a package to fit the specific needs of your event, including customized room set-ups, audiovisual equipment, and on-site catering. “Scholar Academies is glad to have found International House this year. We hosted two meetings with our instructional leadership teams over the year. The space at IHP allowed us to create programming that met the needs of our team, and the event staff couldn’t have been more helpful. We are excited to continue our partnership with IHP next year. Thanks again!” -Jessica Skinner Manager of Academics Scholar Academies
30,476
18,587
15,468
A NNU A L A TTENDEN C E FY 2014 FY 2013 FY 2012
651 Total Events 575
Conference Events
30,476
Total Attendees
16,036
87
76
Partners, Collaborators, & Presenting Organizations
Theater Events
8
= 200 Attendees
Health & Wellness
34
Arts & Culture
Conference Center
3
International
28
Education
14,440
Theater
11
3
Professional Development
Community
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Staff Development • A number of staff participated in a multi-week training session titled “Mastering Your Mix: A Practical Approach to Integrated Communications”, which addressed the role and reach of effective institutional communications. • Associate Director of Arts, Robert Cargni Mitchell, attended the Robert Flaherty Film Seminar: “Flaherty presents me with open propositions that concern the demands of curatorial responsibility and the nature of its intervention. As well, it reinforces the idea that any artist or curator can be the impetus that moves things in a positive direction.” “This was my sixth year attending the Flaherty Seminar. Sharing programs and films with institutions outside of Philadelphia has helped to establish IHP as a major destination for film and media arts in North America.” • Program Curator, Jesse Pires, attended the Images Festival in Toronto: “For several years I have been attending the Images Festival in Toronto. The largest festival for international independent and experimental moving image culture in North America, Images is a crucial platform for film and media artists to engage with a wide variety of audiences that include scholars, curators, and casual spectators alike.”
“As a representative of one of Philadelphia’s leading arts institutions, I find the interaction with my peers from around the globe to be a tremendous inspiration and a necessary opportunity to exchange ideas and views within the field.” Director of Admissions and Resident Services, Glenn Martin, attended the National Association of Foreign Student Advisers Conference: “I attended the NAFSA Conference held May 26th through May 30th, in San Diego, California. This academic, international student focused conference attracts about 5,000 people worldwide each year, with the primary interest being international trends, programs, and academic and student life issues facing students today. It also attracts vendors, agencies, and universities and colleges from around the world. In addition, many of the International Houses throughout the world gather at the conference each year to share ideas affecting each house's admissions process, programs for their residents, and other International House trends. Each House also shares in the coverage of the International Houses World Wide booth, which is part of the vendor expo. My participation this year included covering the International Houses World Wide booth, connecting with International Houses from around the world, and attending several workshops concerning different aspects of the international student community. I also serve as committee Chair of the Minority Interest Group – International Living Centers – and will be representing this group at a regional conference in Harrisonburg, VA titled International Living Centers and their Future.”
Associate Director of Resident Life, Michael T. Beachem, IV, attended the Mid Manager Institute (MMI) for Region II of the National Association of Student Personnel Administrators (NASPA): This past June, Associate Director of Resident Life, Michael T. Beachem, IV was accepted into the Mid Manager Institute (MMI) for Region II of the National Association of Student Personnel Administrators (NASPA). MMI is an intensive, week long program geared for student affairs professionals with more than five years of experience who have recently advanced in their field. Held at the University at Albany in Albany, New York, Michael honed his skills and learned from nationally recognized faculty including the Vice President of Student Affairs from the University of Pittsburgh, University of Maryland, Pratt Institute, and Alfred University. Held every two years, the selective program included forty participants that provided an intimate cohort setting which included topics on management and supervision, strategic planning, assessment, resource management, and wellness in order to best support upper level management.
Additionally, staff participated in training on our new Altru database, as well as StarRez training, allowing for optimal usage of these new systems. All staff and residents were invited to an informative presentation by Penn’s Deputy Chief of Police on the topic of ‘Active Shooters’ which provided training for all on how to handle a situation of this nature.
“The format and design of the Institute was a truly rewarding experience. I had a wonderful opportunity to learn from many talented senior administrators in the field of student development. I found it gratifying that many of my cohort and the faculty were interested to learn more about International Houses Worldwide and the contribution we make, about which I was more than happy to share.”
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Corporate + Community Partners IHP’s residents, members, and the Greater Philadelphia community as a whole benefit from the many programs and events hosted at IHP throughout the year. We would not be able to consistently provide high level programming if it weren’t for the unwavering support of our corporate partners year in and year out. IHP’s Corporate Relations department looks to build mutually beneficial partnerships with our region’s corporations who are committed to giving back and being stewards of international relations. One such partnership is with Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Wells Fargo partnered with IHP to provide their support, as well as to connect with other corporate partners. We thank Wells Fargo for their commitment to helping IHP remain the hub of international culture in Philadelphia, and ensuring the region’s top talent remains in the area. Wells Fargo reinforced its role as a major global player by partnering with IHP, the progenitor of the International Houses World Wide movement.
“Wells Fargo is proud to continue its support for IHP as the 2014 presenting sponsor. For over 100 years, Wells Fargo has been a major provider of international services to corporations, financial institutions, and US-based individuals. As the premier gathering place for all things international in Philadelphia, bringing together multiple cultures, languages, customs, music, and art, IHP’s commitment to the global landscape aligns with Wells Fargo’s global focus.” Eileen Mijlin Vice-President Wells Fargo International Group When any of our partners support International House, they are fulfilling a global commitment, and helping IHP reach out to the Greater Philadelphia community and beyond. We are all in the same business: bringing people together, and making their experiences richer for having embraced a diverse world. We take this opportunity to say thank you to our Corporate and Community Partners for their unwavering support of this storied institution.
Corporate + Community Support Berwind Fund, LLC Campus Apartments Clifton Larson Allen, LLP Davis Projects for Peace Dilworth Paxson, LLP Dole Food Company Elliott-Lewis Corporation eXude Benefits Group, Inc. Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund Fraser Advanced Information Systems Graboyes Commercial Window Company Independence Blue Cross Institute of Contemporary Art The Jerome M. and Anne Zaslow Family Fund Joseph J. Smith Roofing, Inc.
Laura Solomon and Associates Morgan Stanley Petrobras PNC Bank Progressive Business Publications Prometrics, Inc. Quality Jewels, Inc. Roofing Dynamics, Inc. Samuelle and Company, Inc. Tiagha & Associates, Ltd. Wells Fargo Bank Windstream Zipcar
international house Philadelphia: the nexus between international culture and international business
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Foundation Partners
Throughout IHP’s history, the support of foundations has been crucial to the success of its mission. Whether small family trusts or large national organizations, International House is grateful for the generosity of these groups which have invested in the nonprofit community. Over the years, IHP has been the recipient of arts and cultural programming grants, capital improvement funds, and general operating support. International House is proud of the many lasting relationships that exist between this institution and either private or public foundations on both the regional and national levels. One such relationship is with the Dolfinger-McMahon Foundation. The Dolfinger-McMahon Foundation, a charitable trust established through the assets of the Dolfinger-McMahon family and administered by Duane Morris LLP, makes grants for the initiation or support of experimental or demonstration projects, seed-money projects, projects which can reasonably be expected to be accomplished by a single grant in a relatively brief period of time, and emergency grants to an agency or particular project of an agency. In July 2013, a grant from the Dolfinger-McMahon Foundation allowed us to present our Warren Sonbert Retrospective. Sonbert, a seminal figure who worked in American underground cinema was passionately interested in film, classical music, experimental poetry, and travel – all of which are well-represented in his films. Support from the DolfingerMcMahon Foundation allowed IHP to bring Sonbert’s work to the Philadelphia community, and we are grateful for this
opportunity, and others, including our upcoming screening of a restored Merce Cunningham film to be shown in October 2014. “I had a wonderful experience working at International House, meeting interesting residents and visitors and participating in exciting events and activities during my time there in 1974 and on occasion since then. I am thrilled to be able to help support the many worthwhile endeavors at International House through my involvement as a trustee of the Dolfinger-McMahon Foundation.” David E. Loder Chair, Duane Morris LLP Health Law Practice Group
FOUNDATION SUPPORT Alpin W. Cameron Foundation Christian R. and Mary F. Lindback Foundation Connelly Foundation Dolfinger-McMahon Foundation Philadelphia Cultural Fund Pennsylvania Council on the Arts Provincial Foundation
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INDIVIDUAL SUPPORT $10,000 + Zoltan & Diana Kerekes * A. Bruce & Margaret Mainwaring * David & Lisa U'Prichard * $2,500 - $9,999 Anonymous Yelena & Alexei Barychev * Sabine Brunckhorst Christopher Bryan* Chuck & Margot Gupta Robert & Susie Harries* Jim & Susan Papada* Constance W. & Dr. Milton Rock* John F. & Susan Smith* Richard & Carolyn Veith* $750 - $2,499 Aous Abbas & Carine Azara Kim & James Balaschak Sally Baraka* Sean T. Blackwell* Laurada Byers* Nancy Gilboy & Philip Harvey John J. Hopkinson Osagie O. & Losenge Imasogie Brian Jones Marica Kassman Josephine Klein* Rachael & Boris Klyashtorny Frank & Susan Mechura* Joseph J. Smith $250 - $749 Frank T. Anbari Christer Andresen Jeff Benoliel and Amy Branch Dieymifer Botelho Giacomo Cesareo G. Jan Colijn & Sarah Griffith Julio & Mary Rose Correa Ana Deazevedo Margery Geers Joseph A. Hare Christopher & Suzanne Hearsey Rhea Huber Henry Klein Kenneth Kring & Pamela Laucks Irina Laznik Helga Levin Brian Lillis Samantha Lyons* Peter Markowitz Gwen Owens Louis & Katharine Padulo* Rebecca Ranich Curtis Reitz & Judith Renzulli* Roman Rozanov
Amy Saggiomo Michael Samuelian Ludo C. Scheffer* Scott Silverman Tanya Steinberg † David Suisman Charbel & Aida Tagher Bia Vieira Barbara White Janet & Eric Wischnia* Horace Wu Eugene & Sharon Zak Ahmad Zeeshan & Cynthia Engel Up to $249 Gulnara Abduvalieva Catherine Abercrombie Caroline Acheatel Ajmal Ahmady Rebecca Aker Isabel Diaz Alanis Peter Alele Maria Pilar Guallarte Alias Carm Almonor Abdullah K. Alsolah Rebecca Alvarez Jeannette Armstrong Robert Aronowitz Jesse Bacon Phyllis A. Bailey Osman Balkan Nanjappa Ballachanda Valeria Ballerini Edward Ballister Jazmin Banks Nicholas Baptiste Daniel Barnum Herman Baron Drew Bateman Michael T. Beachem, IV † Betsy Beasley Karen Beckman Evelyn Bender Peter A. Benoliel & Willo Carey Matthew Berkman Stephen G. Beuret Christina Bianco Seana Biondolillo Adam Blomquist Kali Borkoski Francesco Botre Robert Botto Benjamin Boyd Patrick Boyle Kelli Boyles Emma Branson Eric Bresler Edith Brignoni-Perez Jonathan Brook Matthew Brooke
Sean Burke Sean Burns John Burton Liza Buzytsky Trevor Byrne Chris Cagle Hector Carrasquillo Guzman Castro Celia Casuccio Louis Cataldo Elizabeth Cesarini Peter Chan Robert Chaney Corey Chao Alice Chase Elina Cher † Maxine Cher Hassan I. Choudhry Zoe Chronis Arthur Cohen Scott Cole Tracy Collins Zachary Cone Michael Coone Chris Corales Michael Corbit Barbara Corbo Howard L. Cort Lindsey Crane Steve Cross Sean Cummings Michael Curtis Alexandra Dages † Anthony D'Agostino Michael D'Antonio Brandon D'Augustine Ellen & Peter Davis Zachary Darrup Donald Deeley Bryan Deffley Scott DeHaven Jesse Delaney Helena De Llanos Nicholas DeSimone Robert A. Diamond Jean Dickerson Renae Dinerman Steve Dolnack Robert Dromboski Hong Linh Ho Duc & Nu Bui Deborah Duskey Peter Dyer Chris Eaton Slivy Edmonds Steven Erisoty Raymond Essler Eduardo Esteves Toren Falck Jessamyn Falcone † Clint Fargason James Farmer
Gabriella Favaro Debra Felman Lauren Fenimore † Andrew Ferrett Chris Filippone John & Nancy Fischer Thomas Fischer Eileen Foley Josep Folta Clara & Peter Fomich † Richard Fravel Daniel Friedlaender Mariano José García Pintado GarcÌa Sarah Gardam Michael Garden Kathryn Gay Amsale Gelagay Jessica Gockley Miguel Gomez Katya Gorker Johanna Gosse Ignasi Gozalo Michelle Grant Kyrie Greenberg John M. Ryan & Mary Gregg Kay Grossman Rachel Guberman Samantha Gurry Howard Haas Andrew Hafenbrack Michael Hall Katherine Ham Masako Hamada William Hamilton D. Hamlet Melissa Hammel Alex Hansen Babak Bagheri Hariri Jack Hart Mary Hawryshkiw Thomas Hayes Mark Heaton Steve Heise Ryan Hendriksen Lina M. Hernandez Robin Hernandez Harrison Hewlett Somayeh Heydari Michael Hicks Geoffrey Hindle Frances Hoenigswald Stephen Holden Bill Hooper Deborah Houda † Heather Houde Ida Hudson Ryan Hupp Kathryn Jacobson Dave Jannetta Jackie & Aram Jerrehian
Cynthia Johnson Kathryn Johnson Justin Jones Linda Jones Matthew Jones Alina Josan Martin Kaelin Rob Kayris Robert M. Kelly Mark Kendall Brian Kenny Trina Kershaw Geurge Khalaf Robert Kirkland Charles Kirkwood Andrea Kirsh Alexandra Kjuchukova Barbara Klinkhammer Michael Knauer Cigdem Ogutveren Knebel & Richard Knebel Ted Knighton Utkarsh Kohli Andrew Korn Albrecht Koschnik Matt Kosloff Jessica Kourkounis Kathryn Kraczon Gary Kramer Patricia Kriger John Krzeminski Valentin Kunin Paula Kurasch Apostolos Lampropoulos Ade Lawal Ayoung Lee Bryan Leib † Robert G. Leib Jacob Leister Erica Levin Matthew Levin Arthur Levy Paul Lewis Michelle Lindstrom Sidney Lingle Ross Lipton Fernanda D. Azevedo Liu Gabrielle Losoncy Carrie Love Cathleen Lu Joan Lubin Conor Lucey Liz Lutz Keith Lyons Wesley Mahon J. Louise Makary Arjan Markus Glenn Martin † Joshua Martin Gabriel Martinez Neal Mates
Catherine Matos Victor Sierra Matute John Maxwell Megan McCarthy L'Oreal McCollum Marla McDermott Kathleen McGettigan Timothy McGlynn Evan McGonagill Timothy McMahon Sean P. McMenamin Devon McReynolds Ben McVoy Tony Milano Sarah Milinski Edward Miller Eduardo Miron Kristina Mitchell Oscar E. Montoya Hilary Moore Donnie Moreno Christiaan Morssink Nicolo Moscatelli Richard Moskowitz Muller Mouaffo Allen Mozek Yuki Nakaya Ben Neiditz Boris Nemirovsky & Ada Gurman Ludmila Nemirovsky Julian Niezewski Philip Nobile Bryan Norris Festo Okidi* Patrick O'Leary Mark Owens Tobey Oxholm Ellicott Pacheco Swapil Paliwal Renee Palochko Outi Papamarcos Liz Park Valerie Park Carole & Kenneth Parker Thomasin Parnes Ted Passon Joseph Patitucci Darian Patrick Aislinn Pentecost-Farren Sarvelia Peralta-Duran † Karl Perkins James Perretta James Phimister Sabitha Pillai Scott Pinkelman Margie Politzer Roshini Ponnamperuma Stephanie Potter Alex Pozza Lokesh Prabhu
Jennifer S. Preys Matthew Puster Kaye Pyle Matthew E. Quackenbush Yanna Rachinsky Adams Rackes Heidi Ratanavanich Tim Ratner Eric Rauch Ellen Reece Irit Reinheimer Gloria Reisman Emily C. Riley* Mary Rizzo Michael Robinson Alethea Rockwell Giselle Roman Justin Roman Lenore Romas Zdenka Rosa Marjorie Rosenblum Sidney Rothstein Maggie Rybak Amy Sadao Mona Saeed Mark Salamant Leslie Salazar Gerardo Salazar-Borja George Sampson Lynn Sawlivich Catherine Schmitt Grace Schuler Alex Schulte Ernest & Janice Schulte Utsav Schurmans Ana Schwartz Louis Schwartz John & Tricia Scott Mark Shanaman Nathalie Shapiro Mari Shaw Pranam Shetty & Shilpa Shetty-Prabhakar Deborah Shmalcs Karen Shoup Jerry Silverman Matthew Sipos Charles A. Smith Mark & Sylvia Sobol Alyssa Songsiridej Parviz Sorouri James Specht Gus Stadler Karl Starkweather Jonathan Stavsky Beau Davin Stengel Nathaniel Stevens John Stoltzfus Adam Stone Michael Strickland Bertram Strieb
Whitney Strub Elliot Sturgis Barry Subkow H. Swanger Daniel Symonds Sarah Szymanski Hsing Yi Tai Eriko Takahashi Nicholas Tenaglia Valerie Temple Doris A. Thomas Edward Thorpe Elizabeth-Ann S. Tierney Nanette Tobin John & Geraldine Tom Elton Torres Altheson Towns † Don Trang Walker Tufts Jane Tumpson Joan Turner Timothy Unruh Mara Vaisberg Samuel Valenti Ashley Van Belle Christopher Vandegrift Gijs Van Ingen Alla Vilnyansky Adelina Vlas Michelle Vorpahl Ryan Walker Jonathan Wallace Karyl Weber Benjamin Webster Anissa Weinraub John Wheatman Edward Wiener Isaac Williams Russell Woessner Chris Wolff Robert S. Wolff Kim Woodbridge Andy Wu Henry Yampolsky Henry & Jenny Yang Lina Yankelevich † Yuan Yao Tiffany Yoon Mark Young Joel Yurdin Cathy Zabroski Bin Zhang Jiong Zhou Tao Zhou Blanka Zizka Leonid & Galina Zubkov
* IHP Boards † IHP Staff
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Inkind donations
Al Zaytouna Artstar.com Connor Barwin Sara M. Villanueva Bensics Rodger Binyone Blank Rome LLP Bourbon Blue Romero Britto Karen Brown Camden Riversharks Anthony Campuzano Alexandra Dages David J. Witchell Salon and Spa Tacita Dean Desi Chaat House Howard Enders Fox Rothschild, LLP Daniel Gafanhoto Graboyes Commercial Window Company Amanda Granum Alexis Granwell Eleanor Grosch Henry A. Davidson, Master Tailors and Image Consultants Hersha Hospitality Group Homewood Suites by Hilton University City Innovative Print and Media Group Irina Sigal Dressmaker J&J Snack Foods
Kats, Van Der Veen & Associates LA Fitness La Viola Morgan J. Lappin Patricia Le Foll James Loveday Eileen A. Mijlin Mole Street OakGem Estate Jewelry O'Boticario Beauty Products OSI 360 Sarvelia Peralta-Duran Philadelphia Soul Namrata Poddar Radisson Blu Warwick Philadelphia Salon Fusion by DL James Scott Seema Sharma John F. Smith Tanya Steinberg Paul Swenbeck Stephanie Tisza TPC Jasna Polana Payton C. Turner Vermeil Wines Sarah Wedge Andrew J. Wright Colette S. Yves
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International House Philadelphia is proud to be the first of 22 members of the INTERNATIONAL HOUSES WORLDWIDE movement, paving the way for all International Houses to nurture the understanding, dialogue, and friendship that has enabled cultural gaps to be bridged since 1910.
Financial STATEMENTS Combined & Summarized Statements of Financial Position for Year Ended on June 30, 2014 & 2013 2014 2013 Assets Cash & Cash Equivalent Accounts Receivable Property & Equipment, net Investments Other
719,853 1,032,451 5,772,165 1,867,785 46,408
515,596 1,142,960 5,472,613 1,641,305 84,331
$9,438,662
$8,856,805
752,606 2,137,128
824,106 1,739,511
$2,889,734
$2,563,617
2,005,759 1,867,785 2,675,384
1,616,987 1,641,305 3,034,896
Total Net Assets
$6,548,928
$6,293,188
Total Liabilities & Net Assets
$9,438,662
$8,856,805
Total Assets
Liabilities & Net Assets Current Liabilities Long-Term Liabilities Total Liabilities Undesignated Net Assets Board Designated Net Assets Temporarily Restricted Net Assets
Combined & Summarized Statements of Activities for Year Ended on June 30, 2014 & 2013 2014 2013 Revenue & Support Program Revenues Contributions & Support Unrealized Gain on Investments, net Total Revenue & Support
4,739,800 396,059 289,125
4,579,578 534,153 192,715
$5,424,984
$5,306,446
3,698,105 901,546
3,601,673 892,544
569,593
578,712
Expenses Program Expenses General, Administrative, Public Relations, Marketing & Development Expenses Depreciation & Amortization Total Expenses
$5,169,244
Change in Net Assets
Complete audited financial statements available upon request.
$5,072,929
$255,740 $233,517
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international house boards BOARD OF TRUSTEES OFFICERS
BOARD OF DELEGATES
James M. Papada, III, Esq., Chair David C. U’Prichard, Ph.D., Vice-Chair Zoltan Kerekes, Vice-Chair Yelena M. Barychev, Esq., Treasurer Janet Wischnia, Secretary
Christopher Bryan, CPA, Chair Kodjo Adovor Audrey Allen, Esq. Sean T. Blackwell, CPA, MST Samantha Lyons, Esq. Kenny Oh, Esq. Festo Okidi John Walker, Esq. Brendan Walsh
TRUSTEES Constance W. Benoliel-Rock Andrew N. Binns, Ph.D. Peter R. Dachowski George M. Doolittle Marc Duey, M.Sc., M.B.A. Julie Mostov, Ph.D. Louis Padulo, Ph.D. Tina Q. Richardson, Ph.D. Emily C. Riley Ludo C. P. Scheffer, Ph.D. John F. Smith III, Esq. Shanaz Tejani-Butt, Ph.D. Richard L. Veith
EX-OFFICIO Rep. James R. Roebuck, Jr., Ph.D. Sen. Anthony Hardy Williams
BOARD OF ADVISORS Richard P. Brown, Jr., Esq. Laurada B. Byers Hussein El-Sharkawy Graham S. Finney Robert I. Harries Josephine Klein William V. Larkin, Ed.D. A. Bruce Mainwaring Frank J. Mechura, M.B.A Paul F. Miller, Jr. Thomas B. Morris, Jr., Esq. Herbert Rappaport, Ph.D. Curtis R. Reitz, Esq. Edward J. Ryan Edward M. Satell
list as of 6/30/2014
international house Staff Executive Office
Building Services
Tanya Steinberg, President + CEO* Clara Fomich, Executive Assistant + Office Manager
Scott Drinnan, Director of HR + Services* Moshe Caspi, Security Services + Systems Manager Deborah Sara Houda, Customer Service + Facilities Manager Larry Moore, Lead Security Guard Raj Persad, Building Operations Manager Alexander Rivkin, Information Systems + Technology Manager Althelson Towns, Facilities Supervisor
Development Elina Cher, Manager of Individual Engagement Jessamyn Falcone, Development Services Manager Lauren Fenimore, Foundations Research Manager Bryan Leib, Corporate Relations Manager
Arts, Communications + Events William Parker, Director of Arts, Communications + Events* Robert Cargni-Mitchell, Associate Director of Arts + Senior Curator Sarah Christy, Conference Center + Events Manager Sasha Dages, Marketing + Communications Manager Patrick DiGiacomo, Box Office + Membership Manager Cory Espinosa, Junior Graphic Designer Jim Fraatz, Production + House Manager Justin Miller, Graphic Designer Jesse Pires, Program Curator Herb Shellenberger, Office Manager Farah Siah, Language Program Manager
Admissions, Resident + Alumni Services Glenn D. Martin, Director of Admissions + Resident Life* Michael T. Beachem, IV, Associate Director of Resident Life Edwin Garcia, Admissions Coordinator Emily Martin, Admissions Coordinator Yun Joon Park, Front Desk Coordinator Marlon Patton, Cashier + Front Desk Manager
Business Office Lina Yankelevich, Director of Finance* Angela Bachman, Finance Manager Anna Wang, HR + Finance Coordinator
Facilities, Maintenance + Security Services Ammar Abdulkadhim Giora Azvolinsky Badiaa Bahama Reginald Brown Phillip Carter Joseph Clinton David Gasonu Naser Hajra Sylvie Hoeto Mirjana Janic Yefim Klurfeld Vipin Maxwell VIoleta Mehmeti Lulzim Myrtaj Amar Persad Ronald Persaud Ron Smith Linda Stanton Abubeker Tahir Robert Wooten
* Member of the Leadership Team
list as of 6/30/2014
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THE HUB OF INTERNATIONAL CULTURE Support from individuals, corporations, the community, and educational organizations has been integral to the success of IHP’s mission. These gifts are an investment in the lives of IHP residents and alumni, the Greater Philadelphia community, and every person that walks through the doors of International House.
Today’s Residents – Tomorrow ’s Leaders The residents of International House, students and scholars who come from all over the world including the US, learn more than the curriculum that they study · Residents come to understand and appreciate the American experience through exposure to the complexity of contemporary American academia, business, and government · Residents explore American culture and the cultures of the world through personal and social interactions · Residents live in a diverse, open, and safe atmosphere that allows them to experience the richness and depth of the global mosaic · Residents participate in programs and activities that expose them to global perspectives and impact them as future leaders in the Greater Philadelphia region, the US, and the world
The World is on Our Stage Programs at International House introduce the residents and the region to compelling and thought-provoking arts and culture from all over the world · International House, often in partnership with many collaborators, presents a tremendously diverse range of arts and cultural events · Hundreds of public programs reach out to and expose over 30,000 Philadelphia area residents to international perspectives · World-class artists, authors, filmmakers, musicians, and our audience participate in a critically important and thought provoking dialogue of cultural pluralism and inclusion
Membership Member contributions help IHP present its signature contemporary arts and cultural programs. With an IHP membership, one receives free admission to most IHP films, as well as free and discounted admission to concerts, language classes, and other events presented at IHP. Contact the Box Office at 215.387.5125 and select option 2 for more information.
Please help to advance the mission of International House Please remember International House as you consider your designation for United Way. Our donor option number is 1517. Matching Gifts are a wonderful way to increase your support of IHP. Planned Gifts to International House are an expression of your commitment to this great institution. Your gift ensures our continuing ability to enrich and positively transform lives. Please call Tanya Steinberg, President & CEO at 215.895.6527 or e-mail Tanya@ihphilly.org to make your gift or for further information. Thank you for your support!
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