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Florida Association ofInternational Educators
2015 State ConferenceFebruary 19-20, 2015
Nova Southeastern University3301 College Avenue • Fort-Lauderdale-Davie, Florida 33314
www.faie.org
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VISIT US ONLINEwww.faie.org
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faie state conference T A B L E O F C O N T E N T S
FAIE Executive Board ............................................................................................ 2
Regulatory Ombuds ................................................................................................ 4
Conference Exhibitors & Sponsors ..................................................................... 5
Conference Program ............................................................................................... 7
Registrants .............................................................................................................. 15
Mission Statement
The Florida Association of International Educators (FAIE) holds
as its key objective: "The promotion of international educational
exchange in the State of Florida."
In keeping with standards and principles established by the
NAFSA Code of Ethics, the FAIE provides to the membership
in its five districts professional education and training. This
training is designed to strengthen and develop programs and
services in international education throughout the state. The
FAIE provides a forum for discussion of issues and a network for
sharing information pertinent to international education. The
FAIE holds that international educational exchange advances
learning and scholarship, enhances respect and cooperation
among the peoples of the world, and encourages constructive
leadership in a global community.
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Chair & Florida State Representative to NAFSA Region VII Jenifer Ruby, DirectorInternational Student & Scholar ServicesRollins College
|407.691.1158 "[email protected]
Chair ElectRachel Errington, Director International Student Office & Study AbroadUniversity of West Florida
|850.474.2368 "[email protected]
TreasurerMegan Crowley, Program AssistantInternational Student ServicesUniversity of Florida
|352.273.1541 "[email protected]
District E Coordinator Zhe Tan Edgerton, International Student Services CoordinatorFlorida State University
|850.645.1424 "[email protected]
District D Coordinator Jennifer Frankel, Director of Financial ServicesEnvisage International Corporation
|904.247.1387 "[email protected]
District C Coordinator Jamie Sanchez, CoordinatorInternational Student ServicesValencia College, Osceola Campus
|407.582.4390 "[email protected]
District B Coordinator Position Open
District A Coordinator Nancy Hernandez, Director/ DSOInternational Student & Scholar ServicesFlorida International University, Biscayne Bay Campus
|305.919.5813 "[email protected]
F A I E E X E C U T I V E B O A R D
Districts by Region
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Admissions Coordinator Alejandra Parra, Associate DirectorInternational AffairsNova Southeastern University
|954.262.8674 "[email protected]
English Language Programs Coordinator Julie ExpositoBroward College
|305.742.8775 "[email protected]
Study Abroad Coordinator Caitlin Jaeger, Study Abroad AdvisorInternational Business Flagship ProgramUniversity of North Florida
|904.620.2919 "[email protected]
Website Coordinator Kelly Hall, Assistant DirectorINTO USF ImmigrationUniversity of South Florida
|813.974.9881 "[email protected]
Communications Coordinator Ariel Ortiz, Assistant DirectorInternational Student and Scholar ServicesFlorida International Universtiy
|305.919.5813 "[email protected]
FILC Coordinator Sara Brake, Program ManagerInternational Center & Study AbroadUniversity of West Florida
|850.474.2479 "[email protected]
Secondary School Coordinator Cynthia Aversa, DirectorIndian River Charter High School
| 772.567.6600 "[email protected]
Conference RegistrarMary-Ellen “Lynn” Smith, International Student Advisor
INTO USFUniversity of South Florida
|813.974.5206 "[email protected]
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Regulatory Ombudsman for Scholar Issues Kristen Hagen, Associate DirectorCenter for Global Engagement Florida State University
| work 850.644.9563 | fax 850.644.9951 " [email protected]
Regulatory Ombudsman for Student IssuesMeghan Popick, International Student AdvisorOffice of International EducationGeorgia Institute of Technology
| 404.385.2598 " [email protected]
R E G U L A T O R Y O M B U D S
Thank you to our Coffee Break Sponsors:
Air Concepts USADina Colantrello
800.468.9873 • 772.2192525 [email protected]
International Student ProtectionJim Bueno
1.877.738.5787 www.intlstudentprotection.com
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faie state conference C O N F E R E N C E E X H I B I T O R S & S P O N S O R S
CISabroad Kelcie Evenson |413.588.2769 "[email protected]}www.cisabroad.com
International Student InsuranceJennifer Frankel|800.247.1387 ext. 104 "[email protected]}www.internationalstudentinsurance.com
Envisage InternationalVictoria Troupe |800.247.1387 ext. 116"[email protected]}www.envisageinternational.com
International Student ProtectionJim Bueno| 212.693.3717 "[email protected]}www.intlstudentprotection.com
PSI Health InsuranceGeoffrey Chua|571.276.5022"[email protected]}www.psiservice.com
Academic Evaluation ServicesMichelle Moraes|813.374.2020"[email protected]}www.aes-edu.org
Air ConceptsDina Colantrello|800.468.9873 "[email protected]}www.airconceptsusa.com
ISO Student Health InsuranceNiraj Jani|800.244.1180"[email protected]}www.isoa.org
Agent Management Solutions (AMS)John Duque |561.995.2157"[email protected]}www.agtmgtsol.com
AACRAO International Education ServicesEva-Angela Adan | 202.263.0290"[email protected]}www.aacrao.org
iNext International InsuranceJamieson Brookes|207.533.4000 "[email protected]}www.inext.com
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Thank you to our Conference Welcome Reception Sponsor
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F-1 Beginner WorkshopLocation: Main Campus, Carl DeSantis Building, Room 1048
F-1 Intermediate WorkshopLocation: Main Campus, Carl DeSantis Building, Room 1049
Conference OpeningLocation: Main Campus, Carl DeSantis Building, Knight AuditoriumWelcome and Introductions Jenifer Ruby, FAIE Chair Dr. Brad Williams, VP of Student Affairs, Nova Southeastern University
8:00am – 5:00pm
8:00am – 5:00pm
8:00am – 8:15am
6:00 – 8:00pm
ThursdayFebruary 19
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7:30 - 8:00am
Workshop Check-inLocation: Main Campus, Carl DeSantis Building, Atrium
Breakfast and Lunch will be provided.
Optional NAFSA Core Education Program WorkshopsThese workshops are a professional development curriculum certified by NAFSA: Association of International Educators. Enrollment in these workshops is separate from the FAIE Conference and requires an additional registration fee. For more details on the curriculum, please visit NAFSA.
FridayFebruary 20
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FAIE State Conference Welcome ReceptionLocation: Main Campus, Don Taft University Center,Flight Deck
Sponsored by Insurance for Students
Conference Check-in | On-site RegistrationLocation: Main Campus, Carl DeSantis Building, AtriumContinental breakfast will be provided.
Sponsored by Academic Evaluation Services
7:15 am–8:00 am
Florida Association of International Educators
}Lead Trainer: Ana Sippin, Director, International Student and Scholar Services Florida International University
}Lead Trainer: Tim Robinson, Director, International Center University of North Florida
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9:00 – 10:00 am
BREAKOUT SESSION #1
A An Analysis of Influences on the Decision to Study Abroad in Law School
Interest Area: Study AbroadLocation: Main Campus, Carl DeSantis Building, Room 1048
This session will present a survey conducted about the influences on the decision to study abroad. The results of the survey were used in a dissertation on the same topic and will be the impetus for discussion about study abroad in general and how to get more students involved.
}presenter: David Cohen, Nova Southeastern University
B Hot Topics in U.S. Immigration Interest Area: Student / Scholar AdvisingLocation: Main Campus, Carl DeSantis Building, Room 1049
This session will focus on all of the new developments in the world of immigration since last year’s FAIE Conference, primarily issues impacting J-1, F-1 and M-1 visa holders, as well as those impacting schools. Of primary interest in this session will be the new J-1 regulations and, of course, President Obama’s Executive Order and its impact on colleges and students.
}presenter: Aaron Blumberg, Fragomen Worldwide
C Google+ and Hangouts: The Latest Technology in Communicating with International Students
Interest Area: AdmissionsLocation: Main Campus, Carl DeSantis Building, Room 1053
In this session, we will demonstrate the growing popularity of
Keynote AddressImmigration Reform and Its Impact on International Education Enrique Gonzalez, Managing Partner, Fragomen WorldwideLocation: Main Campus, Carl DeSantis Building, Knight Auditorium
8:15am – 8:50am
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D Globalization of Student Programming: A Case-Study Interest Area: Community Programming/Campus InternationalizationLocation: Main Campus, Carl DeSantis Building, Room 1054
This session reviews campus student programming to, enhance study abroad benefits, provide alternative access to global exposure for those facing barriers to study abroad, and improve the exchange student experience. Discussion focuses on challenges, lessons learned, and participant surveys from our implementation of the Coggin Delegation domestic-exchange student buddy program
}presenter: Victoria Troupe Envisage International
}presenters: Caitlin Jaeger, University of North Florida Shelby Huber, University of North Florida
10:00 – 10:30 am
Coffee Break | Exhibit HallLocation: Main Campus, Carl DeSantis Building, Atrium
Sponsored by International Student Protection
10:40 – 11:40 am
BREAKOUT SESSION #2
A Global Competency and Study Abroad Interest Area: Study AbroadLocation: Main Campus, Carl DeSantis Building, Room 1048 This interactive session will focus on the theme of Global Competency as an outcome of the study abroad experience. Themes to be addressed will include the increasing emphasis on global competency in higher education, its value as a learning outcome for students on a study abroad program, and the mechanics of building global competency into the study abroad experience.
}presenters: David Kilroy, Nova Southeastern University Jennette Kilroy, Classport Inc.
Google+ and Hangouts and how we use them to communicate with prospective students. We’ll discuss different ways school recruiters can use Hangouts to engage with international students while creating long-lasting online content.
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BREAKOUT SESSION #2 (continued)10:40 – 11:40 am
B The Affordable Care Act and Its Impact on International Students and Scholars
Interest Area: Student/Scholar AdvisingLocation: Main Campus, Carl DeSantis Building, Room 1049
This session provides an overview on the Affordable Care Act and its impact on international students and scholars. We will look at who is exempt, who is not, and the impact on school insurance options. We will discuss the individual mandate and explore the ACA impact on different visa categories.
}presenters: Rachel Errington, University of West Florida Jennifer Frankel, International Student Insurance
C Snap Out of It: Creative International Programming on a Dime that Breaks Free of the Humdrum Interest Area: Community Programming/Campus InternationalizationLocation: Main Campus, Carl DeSantis Building, Room 1053
Florida Gulf Coast University seeks to engage its international students within the campus and community by offering programming opportunities that serve as a launching pad for building connections and fostering dialogue between domestic and international students. One such program, the Eagle I Ambassadors, will be discussed as a primary practice that has had tremendous growth and success, becoming one of the most popular departmental programs on campus! We will tell its story and trace its success, allowing others to take solid and readily applicable ideas back to their home institutions and apply it to their own programs.
}presenter: Jessica Russell, Florida Gulf Coast University
D Overview of Brazilian and Russian Secondary Educational Systems Interest Area: Admissions Location: Main Campus, Carl DeSantis Building, Room 1054
Provide an overview of Brazilian and Russian secondary educational system, including discussion of key educational
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BREAKOUT SESSION #31:00 – 2:00 pm
A A Conversation with local SEVP Field Representatives Interest Area: Student/Scholar AdvisingLocation: Main Campus, Carl DeSantis Building, Knight Auditorium
As the Student and Exchange Visitor Program field representative program expands, schools may have questions about how they
}presenters: Cristiane Carvalho Keetch, Academic Evaluation Services, Inc. Tatiana Arias, University of South Florida
reforms. Session includes highlighting common pitfalls when reviewing academic credentials in admission decisions. Participants will gain hands-on experience in reviewing, understanding and evaluating secondary level academic credentials for Brazilian and Russian style educational style education systems.
11:40am – 12:50 pm
LunchLocation: Main Campus, Don Taft University Center, Food Court Lunch vouchers can be found in conference folders. Please feel free to enjoy your lunch in the food court or in the surrounding campus grounds.
Campus Interests to enjoy during your break:
• Alvin Sherman Library: Chihuly Exhibit and Dalai Lama Commemorative Exhibit
• Don Taft University Center: Guy Harvey Mural
• Medicinal Healing Garden across from the Library
• Take the NSU Shuttle and go to the Bookstore
• Enjoy a Cappuccino at Starbucks at the Don Taft University Center
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B Education Without Borders: Creating Global Partnerships Based on an American Higher Education Model
Interest Area: Study AbroadLocation: Main Campus, Carl DeSantis Building, Room 1048
This session will provide an overview of how Broward College's international education model operates throughout Asia and South America by enabling hundreds of students from these regions to earn college credits and BC degrees without having to leave home. This session will challenge attendees to reimagine their definition of international education and the limitations they may have in mind as to what a state/community college can do beyond our nation's borders.
}presenters: Alexia Gioia, Student & Exchange Visitor Program Cecilia Jeffus, Student & Exchange Visitor Program
}presenter: Scott Mason, Broward College
2:00 – 2:30 pm
Afternoon Break | Ice Cream Sundae Bar | Exhibit HallLocation: Main Campus, Carl DeSantis Building, Atrium
Sponsored by iNext International Insurance
BREAKOUT SESSION #3 (continued)1:00 – 2:00 pm
2:30 – 3:30 pm
can expect to interact with their representative, how to prepare for a visit, and what issues a field representative can assist with. Please join this conversation with the Miami and Fort Lauderdale SEVP Field Representatives to improve your understanding and expectations.
BREAKOUT SESSION #4
A Lions and Tigers and Scholarships, oh my! Interest Area: Study AbroadLocation: Main Campus, Carl DeSantis Building, Room 1048
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}presenters: Sarah Evans, University of Florida Brian Pirttima, Lynn University
B A unique way at reviewing Curricular Practical Training Request Interest Area: Study Abroad Location: Main Campus, Carl DeSantis Building, Room 1049
This session will review the current regulations governing Curricular Practical Training and provide one university's implementation of this regulation; with the assistance of the Office of Experiential Learning
}presenters: Daren Caine, University of Central Florida Ashley Le Grande, University of Central Florida Carmen Ternette, University of Central Florida
C Using Research and Publication to Advance Your Internationalization Goals Interest Area: AllLocation: Main Campus, Carl DeSantis Building, Room 1054
Enhance your ability to reach administrators, faculty and other staff in your institution by establishing another element of value to your work. Research and publication, individually or through collaboration, provides data, ideas and insights for program development. There is a need for such efforts in the field now.
}presenter: Michael Smithee, Smithee Associates
This presentation will explore the challenges and possible solutions involved in the on-campus scholarship process. Topics to be covered include an overview of the study abroad scholarship structure at the UF International Center, challenges with student application (promotion of scholarship and quality of applications), review committee structure and a discussion on ways to improve the scholarship process.
3:30 – 3:50 pm
Coffee Break | Exhibit HallLocation: Main Campus, Carl DeSantis Building, Atrium
Sponsored by Air Concepts
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Breakfast Sponsor
Academic Evaluation ServicesMichelle Moraes
813.374.2020 [email protected]
3:50–4:45 pm
FAIE Annual Business MeetingClosing and Awards Ceremony Location: Main Campus, Carl DeSantis Building, Knight Auditorium
Thank you to our Sponsors:
Ice Cream Sundae Bar Sponsor
iNext International InsuranceJamieson Brookes
207.533.4000 [email protected]
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Diana AhmedEagle | AmbassadorFlorida Gulf Coast University"[email protected] Sandra AndersonAsst. Director, Admissions and Student RecordsPasco-Hernando Community College"[email protected] Stacy Benjamin WoodInstitutional Relations ManagerCAPA International Education"[email protected] Claudia BiscardiCoordinator/ Int'l student advisorFlorida International University"[email protected] Laura BoudonDirector, Office of Study AbroadFlorida International University"[email protected] Juanita BoykinAdmissions SpecialistAdventist University of Health Sciences"[email protected] Rachel BraatenProfessorSeminole State College of Florida"[email protected] Jane BragliaCoordinator of Student ServicesUniversity of North Florida"[email protected] Judith BrookeDirector, International Student & Scholar ServicesFlorida Institute of Technology"[email protected] Kathy BucklewDirector Student Enrollment Services/RegistrarPolk State College"[email protected] Greg CampbellAdmissions AdvisorDaytona State College"[email protected]
Cristiane Carvalho KeetchInternational Credentials EvaluatorAcademic Evaluation Services"[email protected] Aneisah CastroInternational Student CoordinatorMiami Dade College"[email protected] Angela ColeInternational Student Rep, DSOSt. Petersburg College"[email protected] Christopher CookCoordinatorUniversity of Central Florida"[email protected] Kareem CrosdaleUniversity of Central Florida"[email protected] Megan CrowleyProgram Assistant/DSOUniversity of Florida"[email protected] Timothy DavisDirectorThe Language Company"[email protected] Andre DawsonCoordinatorFlorida International University"[email protected] Paula EastmanCoordinator, Internatonal ServicesEastern Florida State College"[email protected] Minami EberhardProject ManagerHillsborough Community College"[email protected] Zhe Tan EdgertonInternational Student AdvisorFlorida State University "[email protected]
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Jamil el Srouji JRPalm Beach State College"[email protected] Deborah EncaladaAssociate Campus DirectorMiami CampusEmbry-Riddle Aeronautical University"[email protected] Rachel ErringtonDirector, International Student OfficeUniversity of West Florida"[email protected] Desiree Fuentes AyalaStaff Assistant IIValencia College"[email protected] Emily GrubbeStudy Abroad AdvisorUniversity of Florida"[email protected] Kelly HallAssistant DirectorUniversity of South Florida"[email protected] Yvonne HanisPDSOLAL Language Centers US"[email protected] Travis HatfieldProgram AssistantUniversity of Central Florida"[email protected] Brittany HensonAdmissions CounselorPalm Beach Atlantic University"[email protected] Paula HentzAssistant Director of Study AbroadStetson University"[email protected] Nancy HernandezBBC Director International Student & Scholar ServicesFlorida International University"[email protected]
Maria E. HincapieAssistant Director, ISSSFlorida Atlantic University"[email protected] Beth HoodimanAssitant DirectorDaytona State College"[email protected] Tammy JacksonSecondary TeacherTrinity Christian Academy"[email protected] Ines JaroudiInternational StudentFlorida Gulf Coast University"[email protected] Aggie JohnsonFlagler College"[email protected] Stephanie JurgensInternational Student AdvisorUniversity of North Florida"[email protected] Kimberly KaiserSpecial Programs CoordinatorFlorida State University"[email protected] Cynthia LaneDirector of International Student ServicesTrinity Christian Academy"[email protected] Ashley Le GrandeCoordinator, Academic Support ServicesUniversity of Central Florida"[email protected] Jackie LingnerAssociate Director - ISSSFlorida Institute of Technology"[email protected] Kenia LirianoInternational Admission SpecialistValencia College"[email protected]
Terry McClellanProgram AssistantUniversity of Central Florida"[email protected]
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Rosa MercadoInternational Student & Scholar AdvisorUniversity of Tampa"[email protected] Erin MerrittInternational Student AdvisorAdventist University of Health Sciences"[email protected] Ariel OrtizAssistant DirectorFlorida International University"[email protected] Barbara Ottaviani JonesStudy Abroad DirectorFlagler College"[email protected] Alejandra ParraAssociate DirectorInternational AffairsNova Southeastern University"[email protected] Joshua PlazakAssistant RegistrarPolk State College"[email protected]
Ann QuinnCoordinator for Multicultural and Transfer RecruitmentNew College of Florida"[email protected] Ted RandallAssociate DirectorFlorida International University"[email protected] Timothy RobinsonDirector, International CenterUniversity of North Florida"[email protected]
Angelica RodriguezAdministrative Assistant/DSOTallahassee Community College"[email protected]
Evelyn RodriguezAssistant DirectorFlorida International University"[email protected]
Jenifer RubyDirectorRollins College"[email protected] Jamie SanchezCoordinator, International StudentsValencia College"[email protected]
Michael SawneyInternational Academic AdvisorNorthwood University"[email protected] Mary SchrotScholar AdvisorThe Scripps Research Institute"[email protected] James SchwartzInternational Student ScholarUniversity of South Florida"[email protected] Katie ShawDirector of Enrollment ServicesAdventist University of HealthSciences"[email protected] SippinDirectorFlorida International University"[email protected]
Martin SlaterGeneral ManagerLAL Language Centers US"[email protected] Mary-Ellen SmithInternational Student AdvisorUniversity of South Florida"[email protected] Michael SmitheePresident, Smithee Associates ConsultantsSyracuse University"[email protected] Pilar SolisCoordinator, Academic Support ServicesUniversity of Central FloridaAshley SpearmanGraduate AssistantFlorida International University"[email protected]
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Grace TaylorProgram CoordinatorOffice of Study AbroadFlorida International University"[email protected]
Carmen TernetteCoordinator, Academic Support ServicesUniversity of Central Florida"[email protected]
Mercedes ToalaAdmissions Advisor Daytona State College"[email protected] Stanislav TrapylineInternational SpecialistEastern Florida State College"[email protected] Clarissa TrujilloStaff Assistant IIValencia College "[email protected] Tatiana TylerInternational Student AdvisorValencia College"[email protected]
Karen WalfallAssistant RegistrarPolk State College"[email protected]
Marguerite WatzInternational Admissions SpecialistValencia College"[email protected]
Cecilia WolfSenior Int'l Student and Scholar Advisor University of Tampa"[email protected]
Erin YarbroughAdministrative Assistant / DSOTallahassee Community College"[email protected]
Ming YinNova Southeastern University"[email protected]
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