Rhonda serves as an Assistant Director of International Relations. In this role she is responsible for managing strategic relationships with Syracuse partner institutions. Rhonda brings with her over 15 years in international education as well as a strong knowledge of STEM disciplines.
After receiving a BS in Information Systems from Jackson State University, she began her career working for various technology companies in the software, hardware and telecommunications industries. Her experience includes several roles in technical areas, as a Corporate Trainer, and as a Regional Sales Trainer. She then transitioned to higher ed, joined Harvey Mudd College, a STEM institution, and became the Director of Study Abroad. As a one person office, Rhonda led the campus internationalization efforts and increased study abroad participation for all disciplines. Prior to joining Syracuse Abroad, Rhonda worked for DIS Study Abroad in Scandinavia at their North American office. Her external activities include serving on the board for Arcadia’s Center for Education Abroad during the 2010-11 year, NAFSA LA planning committee, and is a member of the Forum for Education Abroad.
As a child, Rhonda spent her first eight years living abroad in Taipei, Taiwan and Munich, Germany with her family. She enjoyed both countries immensely and is excited to be in a field that allows her to share these experiences. In her free times she enjoys movies, travel, sci-fi, shopping, NBA games, and Pilates.
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