About Region V
NAFSA has nearly 9,000 members at 3,500 institutions worldwide, representing 94 countries. The organization is divided into 11 geographic regions, which provide the all-important grassroots strength of the association. Many opportunities for involvement, association activities, and leadership are found at the regional level. Each region is governed by an elected chair and a team comprised of representatives of the professional sections and interest groups.
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Team Members
Laure Bordas-Isner
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University of Michigan
Chair, Trainer Corps Trainer Development Team
Laure currently works as an international student and scholar advisor at the University of Michigan - Ann Arbor. She has been working in the field of international education for several years and has presented on various topics related to U.S. immigration and international education, at local...
Bob White
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Masuda Funai
Past Chair
Bob White is a partner in the Immigration Group of Masuda Funai in its Schaumburg, Illinois office. Bob has been practicing exclusively in the employment-based immigration area for more than 26 years. Bob was previously chapter chair of the American Immigration Lawyers Association's (AILA) Chicago...
Catherine Lee
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UW-Eau Claire
Chair-Elect
Catherine Lee is the International Student and Scholar Coordinator and PDSO/RO at UW-Eau Claire. Her primary role is advising international students and scholars on immigration regulations and ensuring the institution is in compliance with federal regulations surrounding hosting international...
Jessica Gonzalez
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University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Conference Planner
Jessica Gonzalez is an International Employment and Immigration Specialist in UWM's Center for International Education (CIE) with a focus on J-1 scholars’ immigration needs, community engagement, and immersion in the U.S. Jessica has a passion for working with people and promoting equity and...
Brittany Widin
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The University of Michigan
Conference Planner Designee
Brittany works as an International Student Advisor at The University of Michigan. Brittany enjoys the challenges of navigating complex immigration regulation and appreciates being able to serve as a guide for international students as they pursue their dreams in the U.S. In addition to her...
Jennelle Dronkers
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Educational Perspectives (EP)
Exhibitor and Sponsor Coordinator
Jennelle is the Director of Communications at Educational Perspectives (EP), nfp. In her role, she serves as main liaison between EP and institutional and organizational partners. Prior to EP, Jennelle worked in international admissions for Navitas UK in London and more recently, advised...
Jeremiah Munce
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Eastern Michigan University
Treasurer
Jeremiah currently works in the Office for International Students and Scholars at Eastern Michigan University as the Senior Immigration Advisor and Technology Specialist. He is responsible for advising F/J students and SEVIS reporting. He has been working in the field of international education...
Celia Cutler
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Eastern Michigan University
Communications Coordinator
Celia Cutler is an International Student Advisor at Eastern Michigan University. She primarily serves the F-1 student population through her role as a Designated School Official and advises students on maintaining their status. She also serves as Alternate Responsible Officer and assists the J-1...
Chamu Gowrishankar
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Wayne State University
KC IEL Liaison
Chamu Gowrishankar is the Assistant Director at the Office of International Students and Scholars (OISS). Chamu’s responsibilities include overseeing OISS daily operations; advising and immigration services for students, scholars, staff, and WSU departments regarding federal regulations (F-1, J-1, H...
Brock Goldflies
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Scholaro, Inc.
International Enrollment Management KC Liaison
Brock graduated from the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology. He was a peer writing tutor while at UIC, where he worked with students from all over the world. He began as a credential evaluator at Scholaro in 2019. Brock is new to the NAFSA Region V...
Alli Reed
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St. Norbert College
KC EA Liaison- Semester programs
Alli is the Study Abroad & Off-Campus Programs Advisor at St. Norbert College in De Pere, WI. She oversees the recruitment, advising, pre-departure, and reentry process for all education abroad students for SNC's entire portfolio of programs. Alli also works closely with campus partners to manage...
Matt Schneider
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Nord Angila Education
K-12 Rep
With over 20 years of experience in education, Matthew Schneider has been a leader in the development of both domestic and international student success. He has increased international student enrollment, developed academic partnerships and dual degree programs with boarding schools, colleges and...
Stephanie Cisneros
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Northwestern University
Advocacy Coordinator
Stephanie Cisneros (she/her/hers) is the Associate Director for Northwestern University Kellogg School of Management International Student Services team (DSO/ARO), a partner office of Northwestern’s Office of International Student and Scholar Services (OISS). Over the past 10 years, Stephanie has...
Bristol Day
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Oakland Community College
Community College Liaison
Bristol Day has a master's degree in Student Affairs Administration from Michigan State University and has been working in international education for over a decade. She is currently a Oakland Community College serving as an international student advisor. Bristol is also part of the Global Detroit...
Erika Cuevas
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Fox Valley Technical College
Wisconsin State Representative
Erika Cuevas is the International Student Recruitment Coordinator and PDSO at Fox Valley Technical College. She has worked in a variety of roles in International Education for the last 12 years. She earned her master’s degree in TESOL from Edgewood College. In her free time, Erika enjoys spending...
Jim Crawley
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Hope College
Academy Coach
Jim Crawley has been in international admissions and recruitment since 1995, having worked at Alma College, Central Michigan University, Grand Valley State University. He is currently the Director if Global Recruitment at Hope College, in Holland, Michigan. Jim has served in various volunteer...
Emily Wang
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University of Michigan - Dearborn
Michigan State Representative
Dr. Emily Wang is the Assistant Director of International Affairs at the University of Michigan- Dearborn. She has been in the field of international education for over 20 years. She is the recipient of the University of Michigan President's Award for Distinguished Services in International...
Sandy Tupper
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Michigan State University
KC EA - Short-Term and Faculty-Led Programs
Sandy Tupper is a Senior Programs Coordinator in the Office for Education Abroad and is responsible for administering education abroad programs offered through the Colleges of Social Science and Nursing. Sandy works closely with program directors on budgets, logistical matters, and academic issues...
Stephanie Brown
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Northern Illinois University
KC ISSS Liaison
Stephanie Brown (she/her/hers) is the Director of International Student & Scholar Services at Northern Illinois University. Stephanie has been working in the field for over 12 years and previously served as Chair of IEI from 2015-2017. She has extensive experience advising F-1 students on a wide...
Tony Marotta
Elmhurst University
Illinois State Representative
Tony is a Chicago based professional with over a decade of experience in International Education and nearly two decades in higher education. Tony is currently the Director of Global Engagement at Elmhurst University, a role that encompasses International Student Services, Study Abroad/Away, and...