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  • Maria Arruda

    Managing Director, CELOP
    As the Managing Director of the Center for English Language and Orientation Programs (CELOP), Maria Arruda oversees and drives the mission of the Center. She is the chief administrative officer and provides leadership for all of CELOP’s activities, including strategic planning, academic program development and delivery, business development, finance, operations, marketing and recruitment, admissions, and […]

  • Pankhuri Barnes

    ISSO International Admissions Specialist
    As International Admissions Specialist, Pankhuri Barnes is responsible for completing immigration processing for approximately 5,000 new international undergraduate, graduate, and nondegree students admitted annually to both the Charles River and Medical Campuses. Prior to joining BU Global Programs, Pankhuri worked as the assistant registrar and then the associate director of International Student Advising/PDSO at the […]

  • Thea Berthoff

    CELOP Student Engagement Specialist
    As Student Engagement Specialist, Thea Berthoff is responsible for ensuring student engagement by planning and implementing activities and creating a space where students feel connected and part of a community. She also develops programs that enhance the quality of the intercultural experience and language acquisition of CELOP students. Prior to joining CELOP, Thea worked in […]

  • Daniel Bohrs

    CELOP Foreign Student Advisor
    Dan Bohrs is the CELOP Foreign Student Advisor, in charge of confirming students’ eligibility to apply for a visa, issuing I-20 forms, and assisting students in their search for higher education options in the United States after they’ve completed their studies at CELOP. Dan has worked with international students for nearly two decades after his […]

  • Eamon Breen

    CELOP Admissions Coordinator
    Eamon Breen is CELOP’s Admissions Coordinator and serves as the first point of contact for prospective students and applicants. He manages admissions and application-related documents and plays a key role on the CELOP admissions team. Prior to working at CELOP, Eamon worked at Harvard University as a Research Assistant and Translator. He also worked as […]

  • Caitlin Bueno

    Associate Director, Study Abroad Enrollment Services
    As Associate Director, Enrollment Services, Caitlin Bueno manages the processes and operations of registration, billing, course registration and course inventories for BU Study Abroad programs. She coordinates closely with staff in Boston and the program sites to provide high-level services to BU Study Abroad students. Caitlin holds a degree in French Language and Literature from […]

  • Peter Buschkopf

    ISSO Senior International Student Advisor
    As an International Student Advisor, Peter Buschkopf advises international students on the U.S. visa and immigration system. Prior to joining BU Global Programs, Peter most recently served as Assistant International Student & Scholar Advisor at Northeastern University. Earlier in his career, he also worked as an International Student Advisor at Wisconsin International Academy and Massachusetts […]

  • Julianne Cabour

    ISSO International Student Advisor
    As an International Student Advisor, Julianne Cabour advises international students on the U.S. visa and immigration system. Prior to joining BU Global Programs, Julianne worked on a variety of exchange programs. Most recently, she served as a Program Officer for the Fulbright U.S. and Visiting Scholar Programs at the Institute of International Education in Washington […]

  • Rose Callahan

    Operations and Administrative Specialist
    As an Operations and Administrative Specialist, Rose Callahan plays a crucial role in supporting the day-to-day human resources and administrative needs of Global Programs’ diverse domestic and international staff. Prior to joining Global Programs, Rose worked at Huxley Associates as a Recruitment Consultant. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in International Business from Saint Anselm […]

  • Jiana Capone

    Financial Analyst
    As a Financial Analyst, Jiana Capone contributes to the Global Programs team by conducting financial review and analysis for a number of study abroad sites. She also assists with processing financial transactions and developing budgets. Prior to joining Global Programs, Jiana worked as the Administrative Coordinator at the Mathematics & Statistics Department at Boston University. […]

  • Leonella Castellano Thiébaud

    Director, Geneva Programs
    As Director, Leonella Castellano Thiébaud oversees all aspects of Boston University’s study abroad programming delivered in Geneva, Switzerland. Leonella has been with BU Geneva since 2014, during which time she placed students in internships in the public health and international relations fields and guided students in exploring international careers. She also served as interim site […]

  • Angela Chen

    Study Abroad Program Coordinator
    As a Program Coordinator, Angela Chen works as part of a team to perform general study abroad advising duties, as well as process application and pre-departure documents for BU Study Abroad. Prior to joining BU Study Abroad, Angela worked as the Youth Programs Lead at Quincy Asian Resources, where she oversaw the youth department’s programs, […]

  • David Collier

    Director, Washington D.C. Programs
    As Director, David Collier oversees all aspects of Boston University’s Washington D.C. programs. Prior to joining Boston University Study Abroad, David was the Senior Associate Director of Academics at Verto Education, an organization, partnered with Boston University, that promotes study abroad experiences for first-year students. He has also worked with think tank organizations and as […]

  • Mark Connellan

    Director, Sydney Programs
    As Director, Mark Connellan oversees all aspects of Boston University’s Sydney programs. He has served as Director since 2004 and has taught the Australian Culture and Society course since its inception in 1992. He has also coordinated the Boston University School of Education Sydney Practicum since 1993. Mark is a graduate of the University of […]

  • Elisabetta Convento

    Director, Padua and Venice Programs
    As Director, Elisabetta Convento, PhD is responsible for overseeing all aspects of Boston University’s Padua and Venice programs. She is also an Adjunct Associate Professor in the Department of Romances Studies, Boston University. For Boston University in Padua, she teaches courses on Italian literature and an internship course that students complete alongside professional work experience. […]

  • Vanessa Correia

    Assistant Director, Study Abroad Enrollment Services
    As Assistant Director of Enrollment Services, Vanessa supervises the BU Study Abroad Program Coordinators and manages the application and general pre-departure documents and processes. She is also responsible for financial aid matters and various other aspects of the BU Study Abroad enrollment process. Previously, Vanessa worked as a Program Coordinator providing front-line reception and general […]

  • Nancy Curby

    Special Advisor to the Vice President & Associate Provost, and Chief of Staff
    As Chief of Staff and Special Advisor to the Vice President and Associate Provost, Nancy plays an integral role on Global Programs’ senior leadership team. Among her many duties, she supports the execution of cross-functional priorities and contributes to the development and strategic growth of Global Programs. Nancy improves the flow of internal communications and […]

  • James Curtin

    Study Abroad Program Manager: Grenoble, Madrid, Padua, Venice
    As a Program Manager, James (Jim) Curtin is responsible for the management and administration of study abroad programs in Venice, Padua, Grenoble and Madrid. His responsibilities include serving as the primary contact for each of these programs and working directly with students as they prepare for their study abroad experiences. Jim started his career in […]

  • Emma Daugherty

    ISSO International Student Advisor
    As an International Student Advisor, Emma Daugherty advises international students on the U.S. visa and immigration system. Prior to joining BU Global Programs, Emma worked as an Assistant International Student and Scholar Advisor at Northeastern University. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics from Stanford University. Emma moved to Boston to attend Lesley University, […]

  • Keith Davis

    Web Developer & Administrator
    As Web Developer & Administrator, Keith Davis is responsible for the professional presentation, functionality, and consistency of the Global Programs websites. In this role, Keith supports website design and maintenance for Study Abroad, CELOP, ISSO, and Global Support, which serve to both promote BU’s global identity and to provide up-to-date information for students, faculty, and […]

  • Carmen de la Rosa

    CELOP Administrative Coordinator
    As the Administrative Coordinator for the Center for English Language & Orientation Programs (CELOP), Carmen provides clerical and administrative support to CELOP staff and faculty. She is responsible for academic scheduling, allocation of offices and classrooms, and providing front-line customer service. Prior to working at BU Global Programs, Carmen lived in Spain for two years, […]

  • Megan DeBolt

    Study Abroad Program Manager: Sydney, Shanghai, Los Angeles, Auckland, and Haifa
    As a Program Manager, Megan DeBolt is responsible for the management and administration of the Sydney, Shanghai, Los Angeles, Washington D.C., Auckland, and Haifa programs. Her responsibilities include serving as the primary contact for each of these programs and working directly with students as they prepare for their study abroad experiences. Prior to serving as […]

  • Pamela DeCoste

    Assistant Director, Marketing and Communications
    As the Assistant Director of Marketing and Communications, Pamela DeCoste manages the development and execution of communications and marketing strategies for BU Global Programs and its units. In collaboration with the Managing Director of Strategy & Communications, Pamela leads all aspects of Global Programs’ efforts to promote BU’s globally focused activities and scholarship through the […]

  • Joseph Dobrowolski

    Program Data Analyst
    As the Program Data Analyst, Joseph (Joe) Dobrowolski provides analytical and organizational support for Global Programs. He performs complex data analysis and creates reports and presentations to measure the success of global initiatives. He also engages in high-level statistical research and longitudinal studies. Joe joined Global Programs after spending time in the audio industry, working […]

  • Hannah Dumont

    ISSO International Student Advisor
    As a Graduate International Student Advisor, Hannah Dumont counsels and advises international students on the U.S. visa and immigration system. Prior to joining Global Programs, Hannah served as a SEVIS coordinator and Designated School Official at Rivier University, where she advised international students on F-1 visa compliance, complex immigration issues and F1 employment benefits. Her […]

  • Ian Dwyer

    Director of Finance & Operations
    As Director, Finance & Operations, Ian Dwyer provides support to Global Programs on all financial matters, with primary responsibility for all aspects of developing, maintaining, and analyzing Study Abroad’s budgets and financial plans. While working closely with Global Support and Study Abroad senior management, Ian oversees the day-to-day financial operations of the Study Abroad offices […]

  • Abbi Eidt

    Study Abroad Program Manager, External Programs
    As Program Manager of External Programs, Abbi Eidt advises students interested in study abroad with non-BU programs on credit transfer procedures, program integrity, and overall study abroad process. She also supports the Associate Director of Program Development and External Programs on the development of short-and long-term programs as needed. Prior to joining BU Global Programs, […]

  • Sephra Fasano

    Assistant Director, Finance & Operations
    As Assistant Director of Finance & Operations, Sephra Fasano contributes to the Global Programs team by conducting financial review and analysis for a number of Study Abroad sites. She plays a leadership role in key financial and operational initiatives, including financial modeling and analysis, financial data analytics and reporting, and certain interim financial oversight during […]

  • William “Caleb” Felder

    ISSO International Student Advisor
    William Felder joined the ISSO in December 2016. Originally from Texas, he earned a BA degree in History and French from Texas A&M University – Kingsville. During his studies he participated in service learning projects in Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, and Oceania. It was somewhere between sleeping in a grass hut in a rural Tswana […]

  • Scott Gage

    Assistant Director, CELOP Academic Operations
    Scott Gage joined CELOP in March of 2017 as the Academic Program Administrator. In this role, Scott manages CELOP professional programs and projects within the CELOP Academic Programs group. Additionally, Scott provides organizational support for the development of new CELOP programs and works closely with CELOP faculty to ensure the success of CELOP programming. Prior […]

  • Ketan Gajria

    Associate Director, CELOP Business Development
    As the Associate Director of Business Development at CELOP, Ketan Gajria leads efforts to grow the program’s reach through productive partnerships and initiatives which maintain CELOP’s position as a vibrant and diverse community of learners. Ketan manages collaboration with university partners, recruitment partner agencies, and organizations that work with CELOP to realize its mission of […]

  • Daniela Gennett

    Study Abroad Enrollment Services Administrator
    As Enrollment Services Administrator, Daniela Gennett manages key academic and enrollment processes for BU Study Abroad, including registration, grading, student compliance, billing, and student accounting. She also assists with general advising and office-wide events while serving as a backup to Program Coordinators.   Prior to joining Global Programs, Daniela worked in BU’s College of Arts and […]

  • Shannon Gerber

    ISSO Associate Director for Student Services
    As Associate Director of Student Services, Shannon manages and supervises the immigration processing, advising, and related outreach services provided by the International Student Advising team to more than 10,000 nonimmigrant BU international students. She serves as a member of the leadership team of the International Students & Scholars Office and contributes to the overall management […]

  • Olesya Gritsenko

    ISSO International Student Advisor
    As a Graduate International Student Advisor, Olesya advises international students on the U.S. visa and immigration system. Prior to joining Global Programs, Olesya worked as an International Student Advisor & DSO at Cambridge College in Boston, MA. Before working at Cambridge College, she was a Product Coordinator at WorldStrides Educational Student Travel and an International […]

  • Sheila Hernandez

    Assistant Director of International Student Initiatives
    As Assistant Director of International Student Initiatives, Sheila Hernandez counsels and supports international students and is responsible for several initiatives aimed at helping international students navigate their experiences at BU. She works closely with student support offices on all BU campuses to develop opportunities for greater interaction and connections among international and domestic students. Sheila […]

  • Bernadette Higgs

    Health, Safety and Security Manager
    As Health, Safety and Security Manager, Bernadette Higgs plays an integral role on the Global Programs Health, Safety, and Security (HSS) team, which supports international travel by the BU community. She assists in the development, implementation, and communication of health and safety policies and procedures for the University and continuously monitors world events and international […]

  • Brooke Jablonski

    Study Abroad Academic Program Administrator

  • Spencer Jamieson

    Senior ISSO Coordinator
    As a Senior ISSO Coordinator, Spencer Jamieson provides administrative assistance to a diverse international student, scholar, and employee population of nearly 12,000.  He advises clients on basic immigration and university procedures and performs preliminary immigration processing. Prior to joining Global Programs, Spencer worked in research at an executive search firm in Boston and completed a […]

  • Ryan M. Keane

    ISSO Assistant Director, Systems and Operations
    As the Assistant Director for Systems and Operations, Ryan Keane manages operations and systems for the International Students and Scholars Office (ISSO), which provides immigration support services to thousands of international students and scholars each year. He develops and enhances internal and university systems and system integrations that support immigration case management and SEVIS data […]

  • Jeanne Kelley

    ISSO Managing Director
    Jeanne Kelley is the Managing Director of the ISSO and has provided strategic leadership and management of ISSO operations since 2002, overseeing immigration sponsorship and support services to nearly 8,000 international students and 1,200 scholars. She advises international students, scholars, and university departments on immigration issues and specializes in institutional policy formulation, nonimmigrant employment matters […]

  • Rachael Kerr

    ISSO International Student Advisor for Admissions
    As an International Student Advisor for Admissions, Rachael Kerr performs detailed credential and immigration review and analysis, creates new student profiles, issues immigration documents, and advises incoming students to facilitate their arrival in the U.S. in the appropriate immigration status. Prior to serving in this role, Rachael worked as a Senior Coordinator in the ISSO, […]

  • David King

    ISSO International Student Advisor
    As an International Student Advisor, David King advises international students on the U.S. visa and immigration system. Prior to joining BU Global Programs, David worked as an Academic Program Manager and as a Visas & Compliance Coordinator at Hult International Business School. David holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from Adelphi University. During college, […]

  • Tunde Kiss

    ISSO International Scholar Advisor
    Tunde Kiss joined Boston University in March 2014. She advises international scholars and university departments on the Charles River Campus (except Sargent College) on issues related to immigration status, employment and travel. Tunde is originally from Hungary and has been living in the United States since 2002. She worked at the MIT International Scholars Office […]

  • Kevin Kugel

    Associate Director, Health, Safety and Security
    As Associate Director of Health, Safety and Security, Kevin Kugel coordinates Global Programs’ international health and safety strategy and serves as a resource for the BU community regarding health, safety, and security abroad. In collaboration with key stakeholders, he is responsible for the development, refinement, and implementation of policies, procedures, and activities associated with global […]

  • David Lamite

    Associate Director, Study Abroad Program Development and External Programs
    David works on the development of new Boston University Study Abroad short and long-term programs as well as manages the non-Boston University study abroad program process (i.e. External Programs).

  • Hector Lucero

    Associate Director, Finance & Operations
    As the Associate Director of Finance & Operations, Hector Lucero provides support on key financial and HR matters for Global Programs. He works closely with the Assistant Vice President of Finance & Operations in support of BU’s global initiatives and projects, with an emphasis on managing financial operations and complex budget models. In this role, […]

  • Katherine Lukens

    ISSO International Student Advisor for Admissions
    As an International Student Advisor for Admissions, Katherine Lukens performs detailed credential and immigration review and analysis, creates new student profiles, issues immigration documents, and advises incoming students to facilitate their arrival in the U.S. in the appropriate immigration status. Prior to joining BU Global Programs, Katherine worked at MIT in its Center for Entrepreneurship. […]

  • Sylvia A. M. Lynch

    ISSO International Student Advisor
    Sylvia A. M. Lynch began her position at the ISSO as an International Student Advisor in 2003. She has been at Boston University since 1987, working with predominately international students in an academic unit until she joined the ISSO. Originally from Texas, Sam attended Boston University and interrupted her studies to move to Hong Kong […]

  • Maya Mackey

    Senior ISSO Coordinator

  • Melissa Malone

    Assistant to the VP & Associate Provost
    Melissa Malone is the Assistant to the Vice President and Associate Provost of Global Programs. She graduated cum laude with a BA in International Relations from Syracuse University and also holds a MA in International Peace and Conflict Resolution from American University. Melissa has over twenty years of experience in providing administrative support in the […]