I ended up working in the international education by accident. While pursing my MSW at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, I worked in the International Center. I enjoyed meeting and working with international students, getting to know the student and their home culture as well as sharing about American life. I ended up moving to Indiana in order to begin my career in the international education field working at a small, private university. At my former job, I traveled recruiting students, processed the international student admission applications, advised on immigration related matters, provided orientation for the international students and cultural, social and educational programming. I also co-advised a multicultural student organization. After finding my interest in the field, I decided to focus on immigration advising and programming which led me to Eastern Michigan University. I am thrilled to be back in Southeast Michigan! Job searching in a specific field can be challenging without networking. I attended conferences and made opportunities to network with professionals in the field which aided in my job search.
| Job Title: |
Student Immigration Advisor and Program Coordinator |
| Company: |
Eastern Michigan University |
| College: |
University of Michigan, Master of Social Work, Interpersonal Practice and Community and Social Systems, Ann Arbor, MI
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| High School: |
Hamilton High School, Hamilton, MI
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| Lives In: |
Ypsilanti |