NAFSA 2025 Career Advisers
Meet the 2025 NAFSA Career Advisers. NAFSA Career Advisers are experienced international education professionals who will provide you with career advice to support your professional journey. Appointments will last 30-45 minutes and may include resume review, perspective on hiring trends, and more. Meeting are scheduled to take place at the NAFSA Career Center, located in Room 5A of the San Diego Convention Center on May 27–30 during the NAFSA 2025 Annual Conference & Expo. Annual Conference registration is required.
Meet the Career Advisers
Cathy Lee T. Arcuino, PhD
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Wilkes University
Co-Leader, Communications & Engagement (Regional Outreach), IEL KC
Dr. Cathy Lee T. Arcuino is the Executive Director of Global Engagement at Wilkes University and oversees International Student and Scholar Services, International Enrollment Management, Education Abroad, the English Language Center and leads campus wide internationalization efforts. She was a Peace...
Alan Bahia
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UAPP
Career Adviser
With over 20 years of international experience, Alan is a dynamic and results-driven sales & marketing director with a proven track record in driving business expansion, increasing revenue, and leading high-performing global teams. Adept at designing and executing go-to-market strategies, Alan has...
Mandy Brookins
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The Forum on Education Abroad
Career Adviser
Mandy Brookins has been a global educator since 2000. At The Forum on Education Abroad she works closely with the Professional Certification program and in the development of must-have programs and training. Her career has included roles at large public universities, small liberal arts colleges, and...
Patriece Campbell-Palmer
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University of Louisville
Communications Coordinator, Region VI
Much of Campbell’s success in international education stems from her core value of being a servant leader. She has been active with NAFSA since 2003, serving in a variety of roles, including chair of the Michigan Association of International Educators, on Trainer Corps, and as a member-at-large on...
Sheena Maria Connell
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University of the Incarnate Word
2024 Annual Conference Committee Member, ISSS KC; Past Chair, ISSS KC
Sheena Maria Connell has been involved with the development of international education at public and private U.S. universities, Intensive English Programs, and secondary schools. She has more than 10 years of combined experience in an international education setting, SEVP regulations and policy...
Paolo Daniele
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University of Oregon
Consular Affairs Liaison (CAL) Italy - San Francisco
Paolo Daniele is the University of Oregon’s Director of Professional Development and Career Preparation for the Division of Graduate Studies where he works at the service of graduate students and postdoctoral scholars, paying close attention to the needs of international and internationally-minded...
Eunice Davis
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University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC)
Career Adviser
With over 15 years of experience, Eunice provides comprehensive support to international students, guiding them through the complexities of admissions and immigration processes while ensuring their academic success from application and beyond. She holds a master’s degree in leadership and policy...
Chrissie Faupel, PhD
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Appalachian State University
eLearning Dean; MDP Trainer
Chrissie Faupel is the Executive Director of the Office of International Programs. She works closely with the Assistant Vice Provost to implement App State’s global engagement strategy and manages the day-to-day operations of OIP. She works closely with colleagues from academic and administrative...
Kerry Geffert
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Career Adviser
Kerry Geffert is an international educator with a broad skill set, having worked for both universities and international education organizations in the areas of international student services, international recruitment, education abroad and marketing. A NAFSAn for over 40 years, Kerry has served in...
Charmagne Herlein
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Office of International Services, at the University of Illinois Chicago
Career Adviser
Charmagne Herlien is Director, International Employment & Scholar Services, Office of International Services, at the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC). In her current role, Charmagne leads the scholar team, assisting with H-1Bs, J-1 Scholars and Student Interns, visitors, and various faculty...
Kelly Holland
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AIFS Abroad
NAFSA Career Adviser
Kelly Holland is the Vice President for Strategic Communication and Engagement at AIFS Abroad. Holland is active in the Forum on Education Abroad and NAFSA and is a frequent presenter on mental health and wellbeing in the international education profession. She has previously held roles with Towson...
Chad Hoseth
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Colorado State University
Chair-Elect, International Education Leadership Knowledge Community
Chad Hoseth is the assistant vice provost for international affairs at Colorado State University (CSU), where he helps shape and advance the university’s internationalization strategy. He focuses on building impactful global partnerships; expanding international opportunities for students, faculty...
Jane Kalionzes
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San Diego State University (retired)
Career Adviser
Jane Kalionzes holds a Master’s degree in Postsecondary Educational Leadership, with a specialization in Student Affairs. Currently retired, she last served as Associate Director at the International Student Center, San Diego State University, and had been responsible for the F and J immigration...
Elizabeth Leibach
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University of Kentucky
Career Adviser
Elizabeth Leibach has an extensive and diverse background in international admissions, student and scholar advising, employment-based immigration law, and international programming. International education has been her career path as an active member of NAFSA since 1997. She has held positions in...
Evelyn Levinson
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American University
Career Adviser
Evelyn Levinson has promoted international education and access to scholarship opportunities for international students for over 40 years. Her global experience as the EducationUSA director for Fulbright Israel, higher education scholarship development specialist at USAID West Bank/Gaza, USF-Tampa...
Michelle Lopez
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SUNY Oneonta
Career Adviser
Michelle Lopez graduated from the University at Buffalo with an MA in Caribbean Studies in 2013. She has been the Director of Global Education at SUNY Oneonta since December 2022. Overseeing the university's mission to globalize the campus, she assists students and faculty in pursuit of global...
Mehraein Mokhberi
ApplyClub
Career Adviser
Dr. Mehraein Mokhberi is the founder of ApplyClub, a global admissions coaching platform that supports students through every stage of the undergraduate and graduate admissions journey. During her international education career, she has served as an admissions manager at the University of Southern...
Minjung Olfert
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DigiPen Institute of Technology
Career Adviser
Minjung Olfert was born and raised in South Korea and currently serves international students as Assistant Vice President of International Student Affairs at DigiPen Institute of Technology in Redmond, WA. Minjung brings 23 years of administrative experience, and in her current leadership role...
Nicolas Pattillo
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Lyon College
Career Adviser
Nicolas Pattillo is an experienced and passionate international education professional with a strong commitment to supporting the academic and personal growth of international students. He completed a double major from the University of South Carolina and later earned a post-graduate degree from...
Ida Thompson
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Career Adviser
Ida Thompson is an international student counselor at the University of Houston. She also co-leads NAFSA's Blacks in Multicultural in International Education Member Interest Group (BMcPIE MIG).
Marty Tillman
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Career Adviser
Martin Tillman is a thought leader and expert on the linkage of education abroad to student career development and employability. His international consultancy, Global Career Compass, assists international educators develop campus policies and programs furthering support for, and understanding of...
Tonya Veltrop, MBA
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University of Missouri
Poster Chair, 2021/2022 Annual Conference Committee
Tonya joined the International Center as assistant director of international health, safety and security in August 2019. She has worked in the field of international education for more than 20 years and has enjoyed experience in a variety of areas, including enrollment management, student...
Emily Wang
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University of Michigan - Dearborn
Michigan State Representative
Dr. Emily Wang is the Assistant Director of International Affairs at the University of Michigan- Dearborn. She has been in the field of international education for over 20 years. She is the recipient of the University of Michigan President's Award for Distinguished Services in International...
Sara Young-Singh
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Thomas Jefferson University
Career Adviser
Sara Young-Singh is currently the Executive Director of the Office of International Services at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In previous positions she served as Director of International Admissions at Pace University, Director of International Programs at Felician...