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Portugal

Shanghai, China

Shanghai, China

Shanghai City, China

I oversee a team of five professionals, responsible for the placement, coordination and evaluation of international interns in Shanghai. Within this role I manage international student housing, language course placement, sourcing contracts within the city and all daily managerial tasks.

Shanghai

Live in position overseeing the health and safety of international interns in Shanghai. Within this position I was responsible for overseeing orientations, airport pick-ups, language class scheduling, and organizing events throughout Shanghai.

Shanghai, China

Served as the Program Liaison for Northeastern University at the NUin China Program at East China Normal University in Shanghai, China for the 2018 fall semester. Within this role I was responsible for the management of service learning site placements and evaluations, all programming and budgetary aspects of the NUin campus (in association with CIEE) and crisis management. I taught a course focused on Global Engagement and worked to integrate students with their new community and serve as… Show more Served as the Program Liaison for Northeastern University at the NUin China Program at East China Normal University in Shanghai, China for the 2018 fall semester. Within this role I was responsible for the management of service learning site placements and evaluations, all programming and budgetary aspects of the NUin campus (in association with CIEE) and crisis management. I taught a course focused on Global Engagement and worked to integrate students with their new community and serve as the first contact for students and parents. I supervised professional staff composed of two International Coordinators, and together oversee a student body of 43 freshman. I served as the primary communication officer for Northeastern University and the NUin China program and oversee all on the ground operations. Show less

Arlington, Texas

Worked to educate students on study abroad options- including academics (course selection, scheduling and grade conversions), financial aid applications and housing options. Worked with students and faculty on direct exchanges, affiliate programs and faculty led presentations.Attended Terra Dotta Boot Camp (July 2018) and assisted in web-site management and student outreach.

Arlington, Tx

Within this role I oversaw all events/ programs for the Office of International Education. These activities included:- International student orientation, working with a student population of 1,600+ students providing information on immigration regulations, employment restrictions and international student programming on campus. Managed 25 student employees and volunteers in collaboration with the orientation process. - Managed Welcome Week activities- designed and implemented new… Show more Within this role I oversaw all events/ programs for the Office of International Education. These activities included:- International student orientation, working with a student population of 1,600+ students providing information on immigration regulations, employment restrictions and international student programming on campus. Managed 25 student employees and volunteers in collaboration with the orientation process. - Managed Welcome Week activities- designed and implemented new student activities, attended by 250- 300 students annually- Served as advisor to the International Student Organization, one of the largest and oldest organizations on campus. As advisor responsibilities included coordination of International Week, a campus wide 8 day event including the International Food Fair, talent show, fashion show, opening ceremony and school visits from local elementary and junior high schools. - Managed scheduling for OPT, CPT and H1B seminars for the Office of International Education Show less

London, Uk

Completed an MA in Education, Policy and Society in January of 2016

London, Uk

Served as primary office administrator assisting with tasks such as managing office finances, communicating with stakeholders, coordinating volunteer schedules and newsletters and planning yearly events.

London, United Kingdom

Worked with the advising department of the US-UK Fulbright Commission to advise UK students on studying in the US at the undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral level on a one to one and presentation level.Worked on student immigration advising, produced a guidebook on US Universities, including standard test scores, average financial aid packages, rankings ext. Traveled across the UK presenting to university students, faculty and staff on US study programme options.Collaborated… Show more Worked with the advising department of the US-UK Fulbright Commission to advise UK students on studying in the US at the undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral level on a one to one and presentation level.Worked on student immigration advising, produced a guidebook on US Universities, including standard test scores, average financial aid packages, rankings ext. Traveled across the UK presenting to university students, faculty and staff on US study programme options.Collaborated with the Sutton Trust program for the US weeks coordination, including ACT test proctoring and leadership at orientations for students. Show less

Coordinated campus relations within the Midwest NAFSA Regions IV, V and VI including advisor and student talks. Within this position I traveled to 70+ universities, speaking to 2,000+ students. As the first employee on the ground in the Midwest Territory I formed new relationships with universities and improved marketing strategiest for the region.Served as primary organizer for a conference on international internships, focused on providing support and marketing guidelines to… Show more Coordinated campus relations within the Midwest NAFSA Regions IV, V and VI including advisor and student talks. Within this position I traveled to 70+ universities, speaking to 2,000+ students. As the first employee on the ground in the Midwest Territory I formed new relationships with universities and improved marketing strategiest for the region.Served as primary organizer for a conference on international internships, focused on providing support and marketing guidelines to community colleges and study abroad offices seeking to expand their international internship options.Spent May- August, 2014 in Barcelona, Spain assisting with onsite management including academic coordination, schedule managing, leading student excursions, coordinating internship placements and handling student emergencies. Marketing assisting in branding and promotion of Barcelona SAE name. Show less

Oversaw resettlement processes for refugees and immigrants new to the Milwaukee area• Catalogued Permanent Resident Green Card and visa applications for refugees and immigrants• Assisted refugees and immigrants locating affordable housing and schooling

Authored a weekly newsletter sent to 4,500 students• Facilitated conflict management workshop for new Resident Assistants• Managed team of residential advisers in executing programs

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Within this position I volunteered at exit orientations for students going to study at The Beijing Center through Marquette University. Responsibilities included giving classroom presentations, one on one orientations and working study abroad fair events.

Futura Language Professionals• Taught Spanish to children in an after-school program• Led discussions in a classroom setting• Prepared lesson plans and course syllabus

Represented the University to visiting faculty and other guests• Coordinated with team members to ensure guest satisfaction• Executed facility maintenance plans

Supervised the international floor of 35 freshman• Managed conflicts between residents• Organized community programs and events for 120 residents

Milwaukee City Hall• Received the Kleczka internship award and grant• Prepared news briefs on behalf of the Office of Public Information• Communicated messages to various departments of City Hall

Ma In Education, Policy And Society, Education

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), International Affairs And Communication Studies; Minors In Political Science And Spanish

Education record

Studied Mandarin, Chinese culture, marketing, and economics

Education record