2024
August 2024
Lindsey Lahr
Completed the Mental Health Advocate Training/Certificate
May 2024
Ashley Metz
Completed the CAPE Coaching Skills Training Program
Molly Green
Completed the Racial Justice Training Program
April 2024
BJ Titus
Presented, OSAC Academia Sector Committee Conference, The Impact of Students’ Diverse Identities on Health and Safety in Education Abroad
March 2024
BJ Titus
Presented, The Forum on Education Abroad Conference, More Than Words: Centering Institutional Values in Strategic Operations
Christine Anderson & Lindsey Lahr
Lindsey Lahr
Presented, The Forum on Education Abroad Conference, Integrating Sustainability and the SDGs into Global Programs
February 2024
Ann Hubbard, Lindsey Lahr & Molly Green
Co-Presented "Sustainability in Education Abroad" (MSAP: Minnesota Study Abroad Professionals Meeting)
Molly Green & Jemma Lund
Co-Presented "Return, Reflect, Reconnect: Navigating Challenges and Embracing Opportunities After Study Abroad" (Tate Conference)
Jessica Hartnett, Maria Mantey & Molly Green
Co-Presented "Remote to In-Person Global Internships: Training for the Hybrid Workforce" (Internationalizing the Campus & Curriculum Conference)
January 2024
Ashley Metz
Co-presented, "Non-Traditional Study Abroad Locations" (MSAP In-Person Presentation)
Molly Green
Became a UMN Mental Health Advocate
2023
December 2023
Molly Green
Completed UofM Equity and Diversity Certificate
October 2023
BJ Titus
Presented, Global Inclusion Conference, Marketing via a DEI Lens: A Pragmatic Application of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Kate Meyer
Earned the Certified Professional designation from the Forum on Education Abroad
September 2023
Emily Newhall
Became Co-chair of Communicators Forum Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Committee
June 2023
Kate Meyer
Received Lily von Klemperer Award (NAFSA 2023 Expo & Conference)
May 2023
Jemma Lund
Completed the UofM Equity and Diversity Certificate
Scott Daby
Completed the Business Process Improvement Certificate through the UofM College of Continuing and Professional Studies
April 2023
Ashley Metz
Elected to UMN's Academic Advising Network (AAN) Board - 2 year term
Maria Mantey
Co-Presented, "We're Doing our Best: Innovating, Adapting & Evolving" (MSAP: Minnesota Study Abroad Professionals Meeting)
March 2023
Antonia Lortis, Emily Newhall
Co-Presented, "Marketing via a DEI Lens: A Pragmatic Application of Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion" (Forum on Education Abroad Conference)
Dr. Jill Reister, Peggy Retka
Co-Presented, "Proactive strategies for mental health abroad: A Public Health approach" (Forum on Education Abroad Conference)
February 2023
Antonia Lortis
Became Co-chair of NAFSA Marketing & Communications MIG (Member Interest Group)
Dr. Jill Reister, Jackie Gmiterko
Co-Presented, "Rebounding Globally: Examining post pandemic enrollment trends and student needs" (MSAP, Virtual Presentation)
January 2023
Christina Dunbar
Completed the UofM Racial Justice Training Program
Jemma Lund
Joined NAFSA Region IV team (MN State Representative)
2022
Dr. Jill Reister
Contributor in the E-Book Mid-Career Professionals in International Education, Edited by Thomas V. Millington, M.A. and Abi Cavazos, Ed.D. (Published through the Forum on Education Abroad)
Jemma Lund
Co-Presented, "Diversity Case Studies " (National Student Exchange Conference)
Tony Fussy
Serves as a member of the University Senate, the Compensation and Benefits Committee, and the Rules Committee
December 2022
Lindsey Lahr
Completed the Supervisory Development Course through the UofM Office of Human Resources Leadership & Talent Development
November 2022
Dr. Jill Reister, Bradley Titus, Tim Dohmen
Co-presented, "An Intro to Working in Education Abroad" (MSAP-EA Monthly Meeting)
Jackie Gmiterko
Outstanding New Professional Award for Region IV NAFSA
Pashoua Vang
Presenter, “Education Abroad & Accessibility” (NAFSA Region IV and VII Bi-Annual Conference)
October 2022
BJ Titus
Presenter, Global Inclusion Conference, Advancing Global Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at the University of Minnesota
Dr. Jill Reister
Presented, "Reality Check: Programs outside of Western Europe Aren't Rebounding as Quickly - Is That a Problem?" (IES Conference)
Dr. Jill Reister
Presented, "Engaging students in prioritizing their mental health and wellness abroad" (NAFSA IV Regional Conference)
Dr. Jill Reister
Presented, "Proactive strategies for mental health abroad: A Public Health approach" (NAFSA IV Regional Conference)
Pashoua Vang
Panelist, “Career Advancement and Belonging in International Education & DEI” (Global Inclusion Conference)
Pashoua Vang
Poster Presenter, “Hmong American Perspectives: Unpacking Why Heritage-Seeking Programs Matter” (NAFSA IV Regional Conference)
Pashoua Vang
Co-Presenter, “Global Access: A Renewed Partnership to Expand Equitable Access Abroad” (NAFSA IV Regional Conference)
September 2022
Christina Dunbar
Completed the UofM Equity and Diversity Certificate
July 2022
Tony Fussy
Appointed Chair Elect of the Civil Service Consultative Committee
June 2022
Pashoua Vang
Awarded 'Best Poster' in International Education Research, “Hmong American Perspectives: Unpacking Why Heritage-Seeking Programs Matter” (NAFSA Expo & Conference)
May 2022
Dr. Jill Reister
Became a UMN Mental Health Advocate
March 2022
Dr. Jill Reister
Co-presented, "Proactive Strategies for Student Mental Health Abroad" (MSAP, Virtual Presentation)
Paula Haeder
Became a UMN Mental Health Advocate
February 2022
BJ Titus
Co-author, Deepening Impact through Inclusive Excellence in Education Abroad, “Training ‘American’ Identity: Histories, Constructions and Complexities
2021
November 2021
Peggy Retka
Panelist, “Powering Inclusion and Equity Abroad: Sustaining Accessibility” (Scottsdale Community College, Virtual Presentation)
Peggy Retka
Co-Presented, “Strengthening Support for Students with Disabilities” (MSAP-EA Monthly Virtual Meeting)
October 2021
Pashoua Vang
Presented, “Exploring Hmong American College Students’ Motivations for Studying Abroad on Hmong Studies Programs” (Global Inclusion Conference)
Maria Mantey
Completed the UofM Equity and Diversity Certificate
September 2021
Vanessa Walton
Nominated for Charlotte Striebel Equity Award
July 2021
Peggy Retka
Co-Presented, “Global Access: A renewed partnership to expand equitable access abroad” (Association on Higher Education and Disability (AHEAD) National Virtual Conference)
Peggy Retka
Co-Presented, “Restarting Study Abroad with Disability Inclusion Post COVID-19” (The National Clearinghouse on Disability and Exchange (NCDE) Joining Hands Virtual Symposium)
Zach Mohs
Co-Presented, "Challenges and successes in supporting student mental health & wellness” (the Forum on Education Abroad Virtual Workshop)
June 2021
BJ Titus
Invited Speaker, IFSA Dialogue Let’s Talk for UK Universities (Exploring American Identity: Histories Construction & Complexities)
April 2021
Maria Mantey
Received E-Learning Instructional Design and Development Certificate from Oregon State University; final project: "Choose Your Own Adventure: Japan," online course designed for second grade students
Paula Haeder
Co-Presented “The Revolving Door of International Education: Identifying why we attract, retain, and lose top talent in the field” (the Forum on Education Abroad Virtual Conference)
March 2021
BJ Titus
Invited Speaker, US State Department session (Learning Abroad: Using Our Powers for Good: Creating Greater Diversity, Inclusion and Access in a COVID Normal)
February 2021
Jackie Gmiterko
Completed UofM Equity and Diversity Certificate
Tami Jauert, Ashley Metz, and BJ Titus
Co-Presented, "A Data-driven Approach to Building a Diverse Pipeline in International Education" (MSAP: Minnesota Study Abroad Professionals Meeting)
Dr. Christine Anderson
Panelist, “Virtual International Internships: Developing Digital Professionals,” (IDEAS Webinar)
Dr. Christine Anderson
Presented, “Virtual International Internships” (University of Nebraska)
January 2021
BJ Titus
Panelist, MSAP meeting (Internationalization’s Privilege in Higher Education)
2020
Jemma Lund
Presented, "Communicating with Internal & External Partners during the COVID-19 Pandemic" (NAFSA Region V Virtual Conference)
December 2020
BJ Titus
Moderator, NAFSA Collegial Conversation (Intersection Between International Education and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion)
October 2020
BJ Titus
Moderator, Regional XII virtual NAFSA Conference (Education Abroad Town Hall Meeting)
Dr. Christine Anderson
Co-Presented, “NACE Viewpoint: Preparing Global Professionals” Virtual presentation (in the NACE 2020 Viewpoint Virtual Series Presentation)
August 2020
Dr. Christine Anderson
Co-Presented "CAPA Conversations: Career Integration - Global Learning and the Impact on Employment" (Virtual presentation)
Ashley Metz
Co-Presented, “Results of a Survey Measuring Demographics of Education Abroad Professionals" (2020 NAFSA eConnection Virtual Poster Fair)
April 2020
Vanessa Walton
Co-Presented, “Don’t Pack a Pest for Academic Travelers: Minimizing the Spread of Invasive Species Through Travel & Fostering Environmental Sustainability,” (the Forum on Education Abroad Virtual Conference)
Dr. Jill Reister
Presented, “Beyond the Brand: Marketing Diverse Destinations for a Sustainable Future” (the Forum on Education Abroad Virtual Conference)
March 2020
Dr. Christine Anderson, Lindsey Lahr, Ashley Metz, Dr. Jill Reister, Maria Wentworth
All co-authored articles in “Career Integration: Reviewing the Impact of Experience Abroad on Employment, No. 3.” The journal highlights information and sessions from conferences as well as essays that further illuminate the impact of experiences abroad on careers.
February 2020
Ilya Kravchik and Emily Newhall
Co-Presented, "Avatars Engage Gen Z" (Internationalizing the Curriculum and Campus Conference)
Peggy Retka
Co-Presented, “Increasing Access to Learning Abroad” (Internationalizing the Curriculum and Campus Conference)
Dr. Christine Anderson
Co-Presented, “Techniques for Enhancing Learning Abroad” (University of Minnesota Internationalizing the Curriculum and Campus Conference)
Timothy Dohmen
Co-Presented, “The Value of High Impact Practices on Career Readiness”
(University of Minnesota Internationalizing the Campus and Curriculum Conference)
January 2020
BJ Titus
Elected as the Chair Stream (Chair-elect, Chair, Past Chair) of the Education Abroad Knowledge Community at NAFSA
Invited Speaker, Global Diversity & Inclusion Institute (Contemporary Diversity & Inclusion Considerations: the US Perspective)
2019
Jemma Lund
Serves as a member of the NAFSA Region V Team & Executive Board
December 2019
BJ Titus
Panelist, NAFSA Collegial Conversation (Education Abroad: Best Practices for Onsite Staff Overseas)
Jessica Hartnett
Completed Master of Public Affairs from the Humphrey School of Public Affairs with a specialization in Global Public Policy
Dr. Jill Reister
Completed the UofM Equity and Diversity Certificate
October 2019
Ashley Metz
Co-published article, “Data-Driven Suggestions for Diversifying the Education Abroad Profession” in The Global Impact Exchange: A Quarterly Publication of Diversity Abroad (Diversity Abroad)
BJ Titus
Chair & Presenter, NAFSA Regional (Working Across Generations in Education Abroad), Selected as Regional Highlight
September 2019
Emily Newhall
Completed the UofM Equity and Diversity Certificate
BJ Titus
Invited Speaker, Syracuse University (Exploring Identity in Education Abroad)
August 2019
Emily Newhall
Serves on the UofM Communicators Forum Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee
Lindsey Lahr
Completed UofM Equity and Diversity Certificate
June 2019
BJ Titus
Panelist, “Emotional Support Animals Abroad,” (NAFSA Collegial Conversation)
Ashley Metz
Appointed to CAPA Advisors Council
Antonia Lortis, Ilya Kravchik, and Emily Newhall
Received the 2019 GoAbroad Innovation Award for Innovation in Marketing & Digital Media
May 2019
BJ Titus
Invited Speaker, “Exploring Identity in Education Abroad,” (NY6 Study Abroad Retreat)
April 2019
BJ Titus
Panelist, “Heritage Seeking in Education Abroad,” (NAFSA Collegial Conversation)
March 2019
Timothy Dohmen
Presented/Panelist, “Learning to Leverage Experiences Abroad: Career Readiness, Internships & Learning Abroad” (College of Liberal Arts Undergraduate Education Advisors Conference)
BJ Titus
Presented, “The Rise of Diversity & Inclusion Roles in International Education,” (Diversity Abroad Conference)
Zach Mohs
Co-presented, “Empowering Women in the Education Abroad Field: What Men Can Do,” (the Forum on Education Abroad 15th Annual Conference)