Aaron Mendez

Aaron’s first international student experience was in 2016 where he studied abroad in Osaka, Japan for an intensive language training program at the International Buddhist University (IBU), after that experience, his interest in the field blossomed. Aaron is an alumnus of the University of Utah, studied Japanese and Asian Studies and continued to earn a Masters in International Education from the School for International Training Graduate Institute (SIT). Aaron participated in the NAFSA Academy 2024 and currently serves as Communications Representative for Region II.

When he is not assisting or advising students at the U, Aaron enjoys being with his dog Nino, playing the violin in orchestras such as the Dreamspire Symphony Orchestra and Utah Philharmonic, and going out for delicious food!