KATIE WELLS
International Program Advisor
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 PROGRAM ADVISOR
January 2022 – Present
International Program Advisor for Semester programs at Syracuse University Abroad centers
Advised potential and enrolled students in Strasbourg, Madrid, and Central Europe semester programming
Managed and communicated European visa processes with students, parents/guardians, and staff
Hosted pre-departure and return orientation and program information sessions
Collaborated with main campus, abroad centers, and partner institutions regarding academics, cultural assimilation, and linguistic acquisition
STUDENT SERVICES GRADUATE INTERN
August - December 2021
Student Services Graduate Intern at Syracuse University Strasbourg Center in France
Co-coordinated and advised 29 study abroad students
Co-facilitated First Year Seminar
Managed and created social media content
Assisted SUSC 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
Created evening events that strengthened English language skills
Coordinated hall meetings and delegated floor duties
Facilitated intercultural discussion groups
GROUP LEADER AND EVALUATOR
January 2014-February 2019
Group Leader and Evaluator for the Youth Exchange and Study (YES) Abroad Program
Group leader/alumni advisor for 2014-2015 cohort to Sarajevo, Bosnia-Herzegovina. Worked as a cultural and program reference.
Interviewed potential candidates through private and group evaluations while adhering to a strict rubric.
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
Student Services Graduate Intern at Syracuse University Strasbourg Center in Strasbourg France
Relevant coursework:
Int'l Ed Design and Assessment
Higher Education Administration
Education Abroad Management
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
