KATIE WELLS
International Programs Coordinator
Hello and welcome to my portfolio! I have spent my life exploring the world and learning about new cultures, which has led me to earn my Master's of Arts in International Education Management from the Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey.
Over the years, I have taken every opportunity to study and work abroad, seizing every moment to appreciate the beautiful and intricate cultures around me. I am eager to continue my work in the field of international education.
I look forward to meeting you!
INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS COORDINATOR
International Programs Coordinator at University of Utah's Asia Campus (UAC) in Incheon, South Korea
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Coordinated the campus transition process between Utah campus and UAC for direct-admit and learning abroad students
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Led international student programming and orientation to seamlessly integrate international students in a new school and country
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Managed UAC's International Student Diplomat Program to foster community between new and continuing international students
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Developed resources for international students to reference throughout their studies at UAC
July 2024 – Present
INTERNATIONAL PROGRAM ADVISOR
January 2022 – June 2024
International Program Advisor for Semester programs at Syracuse University Abroad centers
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Advised potential and enrolled students in Strasbourg, Madrid, and Central Europe semester programming
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Managed and communicated European visa processes with students, parents/guardians, and staff
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Hosted pre-departure and return orientation and program information sessions
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Collaborated with main campus, abroad centers, and partner institutions regarding academics, cultural assimilation, and linguistic acquisition
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Co-developed freshman abroad return programming to ensure a smooth transition from life abroad to life on main campus
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Assisted with recruitment efforts, both on and off campus, through study abroad fairs, classroom presentations, and general advising appointments
STUDENT SERVICES GRADUATE INTERN
August - December 2021
Student Services Graduate Intern at Syracuse University Strasbourg Center in France
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Co-coordinated and advised 29 study abroad students
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Co-facilitated First Year Seminar
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Managed and created social media content and publishing plan
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Assisted Strabourg Center staff with daily duties
FELLOWSHIPS COORDINATOR
October 2020 - September 2021
Graduate Assistant with the Center for Advising and Career Services at Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey
Promote fellowship programs within the MIIS community
Coordinate virtual informational sessions and application workshops about internal and external fellowship opportunities.
Effectively market meeting details, program information, and advising sessions.
ASSISTANTE DE LANGUE
October 2019 - April 2020
English language assistant in local middle and high school in Pontarlier, France
Planned and taught English language curriculum for DELF levels A1-C1 for private and classroom lessons
Created a friendly and informative environment for students
Communicated efficiently with school and Académie staff
RESIDENT'S ASSISTANT
July 2017
Volunteer Resident's Assistant at LCC International University's Summer Language Institute in Klaipeda, Lithuania
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Created evening events that strengthened English language skills
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Coordinated hall meetings and delegated floor duties
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Facilitated intercultural discussion groups
For more information about my professional experience, please feel free to contact me directly.
EDUCATION
MIDDLEBURY INSTITUTE OF INTERNATIONAL STUDIES AT MONTEREY
August 2020 - December 2021
Master's of Arts in International Education Management
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Student Services Graduate Intern at Syracuse University Strasbourg Center in Strasbourg France
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Relevant coursework:
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Int'l Ed Design and Assessment
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Higher Education Administration
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Education Abroad Management
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Advanced French
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GEORGE FOX UNIVERSITY
Graduated April 2018
Bachelor's of Arts in International Studies
Studied and interned abroad at LCC International University in Klaipeda, Lithuania (July-December 2017)
Recipient of the George Fox Leadership Award
