
Itiwana
The study association of Cultural Anthropology and Development Sociology.
Board 33

Meet the board
The board of Itiwana always aims to create a welcoming space where everyone feels heard and beautiful memories can be made. The board is always open to answer any questions regarding the study, student life, living in the Netherlands and anything else.
Board 33 of Itiwana of year 2025-2026 is constituted as follows:
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Chair
Oliwia Ryngiel
My name is Oliwia Ryngiel (20). I am the Chair, in addition, I am the Communication Officer, responsible for marketing and posting on Instagram. I also chair the First Years Committee and Media Committee. I’m from Poland, and I love spending my time actively, painting, weightlifting, or taking a random train, I always find a way to make life more exciting. I am super happy to get to know you and make unforgettable memories together!
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Secretary
Laura Smallegange
I’m Laura (21) and the Secretary of this board year. Besides that, I am also the Chair of the ICA Committee, the semi-scientific magazine of Itiwana. As partial Communication Officer, I am responsable for the website and the newsletter. My favourite things to do are cooking, singing, weightlifting, spending too much money on travelling the world and everything related to animals.

Treasurer
Costanza Di Muccio
I am Costanza (20) and I’m the new Treasurer of Itiwana this year! I’m originally from Italy and I am in my second year of CADS. I love traveling and baking, while also sharing these passions with the people around me. I also chair the Travel Committee. I am always down for a chat and to meet new people, so never be shy to say hello or stop me for a question! I am also the confidential contact person.

Internal Affairs Officer
Fay Timmer
My name is Fay (21) and I am very excited to be the Internal Affairs Officer of Itiwana this year. I am a third year student, was born in the North-Holland and moved to Leiden to study here. I like spending my time thrift shopping with my mom, going to museums or doing something crafty. I will be the chair of the Outdoor Committee and the Activities Committee and will be organizing events every month, so if you have any questions, ideas or want to join a Committee, find me in the HOK or reach out via our instagram!

External Affairs Officer
Dea Zukanovich
My name is Dea (20), a 3rd year CADS student and this year’s Itiwana Vice-Chair and External Affairs Officer! I enjoy spending time with my friends at different cafés and going shopping, as well as playing video games. As Vice-Chair, I will be the second contact point, if Oliwia is unavailable, and extra support for her. As External Affairs Officer, I will be in contact with Itiwana’s sponsors, partners and alumni. I can’t wait to meet you all very soon!

Education Officer
Áron Tóth
I am Áron (22) from Hungary. I went from growing up in a small town to living in a metropolis before I found my place in Leiden. My hobbies involve cooking, making music and reading - let’s not even talk about the amount of languages I started learning but still can’t really speak. I'm very excited to contribute to the CADS community, so you can have the same experience as I did!