Because Lehigh has a decentralized Graduate Education model rather than a Graduate School, our small Graduate Education + Life team at the University level partners with units across campus.
Our Team
Sabrina Jedlicka, PhD, Deputy Provost for Graduate Education
Contact Sabrina with questions having to do with graduate and professional education at Lehigh, including questions about individual programs, innovations in graduate education, graduate program/student statistics, diversity initiatives, etc. Also, please reach out to Sabrina with any questions regarding graduate life, navigating Lehigh support services, and understanding graduate student policies and procedures. In addition, please consult with Sabrina on managing the challenges of graduate school or to propose ideas to help the graduate community.
Email: ssj207@lehigh.edu
Kathy Orrok, Administrative Coordinator
Financial and Budget Management
Reach out to Kathy Orrok for comprehensive guidance on navigating the Graduate Life Office (GLO), facility operations at Packer House, and department administration. Kathy manages complex financial portfolios across GLO, the Graduate Student Senate (GSS), and recognized graduate student organizations. She ensures full alignment with GSS fiscal governance, processing expenses, reimbursements, and fund balances in strict compliance with university policies. Working in close partnership with the Deputy Provost for Graduate Education, she also manages the operational lifecycle for Presidential and University Fellowships, serving as a trusted point of contact for students and campus partners.
Email: kmf307@lehigh.edu
Phone: 610-758-4774
Isabella Acquaah, GA, Administrative Assistant
Contact our graduate assistant, Isabella Acquaah, for Packer House reservations, spousal gym memberships, or inquiries regarding the Graduate Life Office (GLO), the quiet study room, and GLO events. Isabella manages the popular Tuesdays@10 breakfast and serves as the point person for groups interested in hosting a "Tuesdays@10 Takeover." Additionally, she edits and distributes the Weekly Buzz newsletter, manages the GLO Instagram account, and oversees the student staff who assist with administrative tasks and marketing materials.
Email: gradlife@lehigh.edu
Lorraine Rwasoka, GA, Event Planning & Student Engagement
Lorraine works closely with the Graduate Student Senate and registered graduate student club leadership to bring meaningful events to life. She builds strong campus community supporting student leaders and managing event logistics. Lorraine also assists the Deputy Provost and staff to cultivate and continue relationships with our campus partners. Contact Lorraine at gradlife@lehigh.edu if you have event ideas, need assistance navigating the LINC platform, or are club leadership.
Sofia Tartakovskaya, GA, Media Assistant
Sofia supports the office's marketing, social media, and archival needs by capturing candid photos and videos of graduate student events and programming that reflect the vibrancy of graduate student life here at Lehigh. Sofia can be reached by emailing gradlife@lehigh.edu
Our Partners
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