Ivonne Dufresne

As Boston University’s expert in state authorization, Ivonne is responsible for coordinating institutional compliance with all federal and state level regulations related to distance learning and clinical placements. She is also responsible for the University’s central curricular approval process (eCAP). She leads and actively participates in discussions on academic policy and process. In her work, Ivonne collaborates with various University offices and all 17 of Boston University’s schools and colleges to ensure the university’s compliance.

Ivonne joined the Office of the Provost in 2019 as the State Authorization Manager. Over the past six years, her role within the office has evolved as her responsibilities have expanded leading to her current title of Director for Academic Affairs. Ivonne joined BU in June 2015 where she served as Senior Administrative Coordinator in the Office of the General Counsel until September 2019. In that role, she gained critical experience and insights into higher education compliance and organization.

Ivonne holds a Bachelor of Social Work from Wheelock College.