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Vasiliki G. Mavroudhis, Interim Director/Associate Director, Advising and Program Administration

v.mavroudhis@neu.edu (617) 373-8781

I moved to the U.S. at an early age from Greece and have maintained a passion for international education ever since. I obtained a BA in Economics and Psychology from Brandeis University and an MS in College Student Development and Counseling from Northeastern University. While completing my graduate studies, I participated in a culture study tour of colleges and universities in Australia, investigating similarities and differences between Australian and U.S. student services practices. This opportunity proved to be an unforgettable and once-in-a-lifetime experience. During my time in Australia, I had the opportunity to travel and study the landscape and education system of the southern region, as well as experience first-hand the genuine hospitality of the Australian people. My previous work experiences in the private and public sector serving the U.S. higher education market support the importance of study abroad and international exposure for students in today's global workplace. I have a passion for international travel and great appreciation for different cultures. I look forward to working with the NU community in their study abroad endeavors and share my international travel experiences.

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Maureen Underhill, Associate Director of Finance and Operations

m.underhill@neu.edu (617) 373-6365

As Associate Director of Finance and Operations for the Office of International Study Programs (OISP), I am responsible for managing all financial and operational matters concerning OISP programs. I work closely with faculty to plan their Dialogue of Civilizations trips and I am the liaison between Student Billing and this office. I have been at Northeastern for eight years working in various budget and finance capacities. Before Northeastern I worked in public accounting and spent 10 years at AT&T as a financial systems analyst. I have a B.A. in English from UMass/Amherst, a Certificate in Accountancy from Bentley University, a M.Ed. in Higher Education Administration and a Certificate in Non Profit Management from Northeastern. Having a strong interest in international travel and global education, I am thrilled to be working here at OISP.

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Colleen Boyle, Coordinator

c.boyle@neu.edu (617) 373-7993

I earned my B.A. in Spanish and History from Providence College and my M.A. in Intercultural Relations from Lesley University. Prior to coming to the Office of International Study Programs at Northeastern, I worked in the field of International Education both domestically and abroad. I have worked in study abroad offices at Bentley University and The University of Texas at Austin, as well as worked in-country with high school students studying Spanish in Costa Rica. Working with students in Costa Rica proved to be a valuable experience, as it helped me to better understand the challenges and accomplishments students experience while studying abroad. I have also volunteered with the Pakistani Educational Leadership Institute; assisting upper level Pakistani educators in understanding the American educational system. I look forward to working with Northeastern students as they pursue the exciting experiences of study abroad.

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Daisy Biddle, Coordinator

d.biddle@neu.edu (617) 373-6465

 

Daisy has a B.S. in Business Administration from Northeastern University.  During her time at NEU, she participated in 3 study abroad programs in France, England, and Ireland.  This sparked her interest in pursuing a career in international education.  She has a M.A. in International Relations from Hult International Business School in London, UK.  Her dissertation examined the role of youth in the Northern Irish peace process.  Prior to joining OISP, Daisy worked in Student Development at Harlaxton College, the British Campus of the University of Evansville in Grantham, England.  Working with North American study abroad students, she gained deeper insight and understanding of study abroad programming.  Daisy has also worked in a private education company assisting hundreds of US educators to plan international tours for their students, as well as an international events company in London where she planned networking events for the Thai market in England. Daisy is excited to work with Northeastern students to find study programs that meet their international education goals and share her love of travel and international exchange!

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Kelly Lyons, Budget Coordinator

k.lyons@neu.edu (617) 373-7997

Prior to working at Northeastern University, Kelly spent five years planning and leading study abroad programs for American University students in London. Kelly earned her B.A. in History and Theatre Studies at Liverpool University. Working in international education has provided her with a great passion for travel, and the hunger to experience new cultures. In her spare time, she enjoys running, cycling, and watching the Boston Celtics.

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Liz McClanahan, Administrative Assistant

e.mcclanahan@neu.edu (617) 373-5276

I graduated from Northeastern University with a Bachelor's in International Affairs and Anthropology. I spent my first co-op learning about refugee resettlement in the Boston area at the International Institute of Boston. Through OISP, I participated in a Dialogue of Civilizations to Buenos Aires, Argentina and a traditional semester abroad in Dublin, Ireland. I love to travel and hope to visit as many countries as possible. I enjoy helping students meet their travel goals and look forward to meeting many students traveling abroad.

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