Meet Our Staff

Cand. scient. pol. (Political Science, University of Copenhagen, 2001). Fulbright Scholar, New York University, 1999-2000. Director of International Business & Economics, DIS, 2001-04. Academic Director, DIS, 2004-2008. Visiting Scholar, University of Virginia, McIntire School of Commerce, Spring 2007. Associate Director, DIS, 2008-13. Executive Director, DIS, 2014-present. With DIS since 2001.

AMP (Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania, 2004). M.A. (St. John’s College, 1991). B.S. (State University of New York, 1984). NAFSA Leadership Team, Public Policy and Practice, 2007-2009. Board of Directors, Fund for Education Abroad, 2010-2013. Chair, Forum Council, Forum on Education Abroad, 2011-2014. Executive Vice President, Study Abroad, CIEE, 2008-2012. Director of Program Development, DIS, 2012-2014. Deputy Executive Director, DIS, 2014-2020. Director and Special Advisor to the Executive Director, DIS, 2020 – present.  With DIS since 2012.

Ph.D. (Modern Thought and Literature, Stanford University, 2002). M.S. and B.S. (Political Science, University of Copenhagen). Exchange student at University of California, Berkeley, 1993-1995. Taught Anthropology, Philosophy, and Rhetoric at Stanford University, 2002-2012. Also taught classes at Hope House, a rehabilitation center in Redwood City, California for female substance abusers and criminals, 2008-2011. With DIS since 2012.

Trilingual Commercial Correspondent in English and French, Copenhagen Business School, 1993. Work experience as Project Administrator from private Danish consultancy firm consulting on Danish Development Support. With DIS since 2006.

Cand.comm (International Development Studies, Roskilde University, 2001). B.A. (Business Administration, University of San Diego, 1995). Communications Consultant, Sampension, 2001-2002. Communications Consultant, Ballerup Kommune, 2002-2011. Communications consultant, Danish Refugee Council, 2011-2017. Assistant Program Director, DIS, 2017-2020. Special Consultant, Administrations- og Servicestyrelsen, 2021-2022.  With DIS 2017-2020 and since 2022.

B.A. (Youth & Community Studies, Minor in Educational Psychology, University of Texas at Austin, 2022). Receptionist, Car Source, every summer 2018-2022. Assistant Diving Coach, Longhorn Aquatics, 2021. With DIS since 2022.

B.A. (Political Science and Global Development Studies, Grinnell College, 2022). DIS Humanitarian Law and Armed Conflict Student, Spring 2021. Support Assistant, Grinnell College Office of Development and Alumni Relations, 2019-2020. Intern, United States District Court for the District of Rhode Island, 2020. Intern, United States Senate Office of Senator Sheldon Whitehouse, 2021. Treasurer, Grinnell College Student Government Association, 2020-2022.  With DIS since 2022.

B.A., Urban Studies, Vassar College, 2022. DIS Student in Spring 2020. Planning assistant, Ipswich Planning Department, April – June 2022.  Paralegal, Allegaert Berger & Vogel LLP, July – December 2022. With DIS since 2023.

B.A. (African American Studies, and a Pre-Medical Emphasis, University of Puget Sound, 2022. Academic Research Assistant, New Mexico School of Medicine, 2019-2021. Library Assistant, University of Puget Sound, 2018-2022. Receptionist, Eliseo Assisted Living, 2022. With DIS since 2023.

B.S. B(Film & Media Studies and Nordic Studies, St. Olaf College, 2023). Intern, The Beneficial Electrification League, 2022-2023. Marketing Director, The Olaf Messenger, 2019-2023. Counselor, Concordia Danish Language Village, 2020. With DIS since 2023.

Cand.mag. (Advanced Migration Studies, Copenhagen University). B.A., in Global Humanities (Communications and Cultural Encounters, Roskilde University Center). Conference Coordinator, 21st Nordic Migration Research Conference, Copenhagen University, 2022. Consultant, M.A. in Advanced Migration Studies, Copenhagen University, 2021. External Faculty, DIS, 2021-present. With DIS since 2013.

M.S. (Interior Design, Pratt Institute, 2010), B.A. cum laude (Art History, English, Wellesley College, 2004). External Lecturer, Furniture Design Workshop, DIS, 2013-2022. Business Development Coordinator, Henning Larsen Architects, 2013-2016. Business Development Coordinator, BIG Bjarke Ingels Group, 2016. With DIS since 2012.

Cand.des. (Design for Play, Communication Design, Designskolen Kolding, 2022), B.F.A (Art Direction/Advertising, Pratt Institute, 2019). Program Assistant, Architecture & Design, DIS, 2019-2020. UX/UI Designer, DigiHub, 2020-2021. Student Intern/Designer, BørneRiget/Mary Elizabeths Hospital, 2021. Student Assistant, Academic Administration, DIS, 2021-2022. External Lecturer, Graphic Design Foundations, DIS, 2022. Academic Coordinator, DIS, 2022-present. With DIS since 2019.

M.A. (Moderne Kultur og Kulturformidling, University of Copenhagen, 1997). Art critic, Dagbladet Information, 1995-1997. Editor, Hvedekorn magazine for art and poetry, 1996-2005. Visiting Scholar, Columbia University, NY, 1999-2001. Lecturer, Dept. of Art and Cultural Studies, University of Copenhagen, 2003-2006. Curator, Sorø Kunstmuseum, 2006-2009, and Nikolaj Kunsthal, 2009-2014. Director, Nikolaj Kunsthal, 2015-2018. With DIS since 2018.

Cand.mag. (History and English with specialization in national identity, University of Copenhagen, 2009). With DIS since 2007.

M.A. (History, University of Copenhagen, 2017). B.A. (History and elective in Religious Studies, University of Copenhagen, 2011). Vice President, QA-Programme, 2013-2014. General manager, Pausa Lda, 2018-2022. With DIS since 2022.

Ph.D. (Biomedical Sciences, University of Porto, Portugal, 2007). M.S. (Biotechnology, De Monfort University, UK, and Karolinska Institutet, Sweden, 1998). Licenciatura (Microbiology, Portuguese Catholic University, Portugal, 1997). Post-Doctorate positions in immunology and neuroimmunology, University of Lund, Sweden and University of Copenhagen, Denmark. With DIS since 2011.

M.S. and B.S. (Public Health, University of Copenhagen, 2011/2007). Academic officer in the Planning Department, Quality and Development, Region Sjælland, 2011-2014. With DIS since 2014.

M.S. (Global Health and Development, University College London, 2017). B.A. (Healthcare and Society, University of Richmond, 2011). DIS Public Health Student, Fall 2013. DIS Science and Health Program Assistant, 2015-2016. With DIS 2015-2016 and since 2018.

MD (Medical studies, University of Zagreb, 2018). BSc (Psychology, University of Nebraska, 2011). Psychiatry Junior Doctor, Connolly Hospital Blanchardstown, Republic of Ireland, 2021. Medical intern, University Hospital Centre Zagreb, Croatia, 2019-2020. With DIS since 2023.

Ph.D., Department of Biomedical Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA, USA (2005). Postdoctoral fellow, Emory University, Atlanta, GA, USA. Associate Professor Biomedicine, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden. Fulbright scholar (1999-2001). Research in genetic engineering, cell and gene delivery vehicles, mathematical modeling, bioengineering approaches for cardiovascular disease, and cancer. Has created, designed, implemented and evaluated courses at university level. Acted as Pedagogical Advisor, Development and Regeneration Doctoral Program, Karolinska Institutet. Has participated in national and international committees to evaluate and promote scientific and academic advancements. With DIS since 2017.

HD (Graduate Diploma of Business Administration, Copenhagen Business School, 2015). AP (Economics, Copenhagen Business Academy, 2013). BM (Music Theory, New England Conservatory, 1999). Manager of Operations, Kuoni Destination Management, 2003-2007. DIS Study Tours Associate Director, 2007-2021. DIS faculty, 2010-2018. Member of the DIS Board, 2013-2023, Vice Chair, 2014-2022.  With DIS since 2007.

B.S. (Biomedical Science, Grand Valley State University, 2012). DIS Medical Practice and Policy Program, Spring 2011. DIS Science and Health Programs Assistant, 2012–2014. DIS Study Tours Coordinator, 2012-2016.

B.A. (Political Science, Kenyon College, 2020). Admissions Fellow, Kenyon College Office of Admissions, 2018-2020. Advocacy Intern, Domestic Abuse Project, 2021. With DIS since 2021.

Cand.soc. (International Development & Global Studies, Roskilde University, 2023), B.A. (Government, Connecticut College, 2019). Program Assistant, Environment, Politics, and Society, DIS, 2019-2020. Coordinator, Harvard Business Review Press, 2020-2021. Private Sector Engagement Intern, Folkekirkens Nødhjælp, 2022. Academics Student Assistant, DIS, 2021-2023.

M.A. (Scandinavian Philology, 2005). B.A. (Lithuanian and Danish Philology, University of Vilnius, 1996). International Student Advisor, Copenhagen University, 2004-2005. Lithuanian language instructor, Baltisk Oplysnings Forbund, 2002-2006). Employment at DFDS Transport A/S, 1997-2004. With DIS since 2005.

M.A. (Medieval Studies, University of Iceland, 2014, ABT). B.A. (Psychology, Hawaii Pacific University, 2000).  International Coordinator, University of Iceland, Faculty of Law, 2007-2014. International Studentcoordinator, University College Copenhagen, 2015- 2017. Program Coordinator, CGH department, DIS, 2017-2020. Student Administrative Coordinator, Københavns Professionshøjskole, Nursing Program, 2021. With DIS since 2017.

Cand.merc. (International Business, Copenhagen Business School, 1999). Marketing Research Consultant, Harrigan-Bodick, Inc. New York, 2000-2001. TNS Gallup A/S Copenhagen, 2002-2006. External Lecturer, Copenhagen Business School, 2003-2005. With DIS since 2006.

M.A. (Linguistics and Applied Linguistics, Hunan University, 2000). Administrative Coordinator, Copenhagen Business School, 2014-2020. With DIS since 2021.

M.A. (Linguistics, University of Copenhagen, 2006). Teacher of Danish as a second language and course material developer at Studieskolen, Copenhagen. Senior consultant in online and blended learning at University of Copenhagen. With DIS since 2016.

Cand.Mag. (Culture and Communication, University of Southern Denmark 2015). Bsc. (Library and Information science, University of Copenhagen, IVA, 2013). Librarian, event- and project manager at various public libraries, 2016-2020. With DIS since 2022.

Ph.D. (Modern American History, Northwestern University, 2007). M.A. (Modern History, Northwestern University, 2003). B.A. (Modern History, Hertford College, Oxford University, 2001). Assistant Professor in Residence, Northwestern University in Qatar 2012-. Post-Doctoral Teaching Fellow, Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar 2009-2012.Visiting Assistant Professor, North Park University, 2007-2009. Adjunct Lecturer, History Department, Northwestern University, 2007-2008.

PhD (Psychology (Clinical), Texas A&M University, 2008). M.S. (Psychology (Clinical), Texas A&M University, 2005). B.A. (Psychology and Sociology, Macalester College, 2003). Visiting Researcher, Eating Disorders Research Unit, Institute of Psychiatry, King's College London, 2012-2013. Associate Professor (formerly Assistant Professor and formerly Department Chair) of Psychology, Dickinson College, 2008-present. Visiting Scientist, Strategic Training Initiative for the Prevention of Eating Disorders (STRIPED) at Boston Children's Hospital/Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, 2018-present. With DIS since 2021.  

MSc. (Health Psychology, City University, UK, 2002). BSc. (hons) (Psychology, City University, UK, 2000). Cert. (Psychotherapy and Counselling, Regents College, 2005). Practice Teacher Award (Brunel University, 2006). PgD (Chartered Institute of Housing, Leading Places of Change Chartered Institute of Housing, UK). Psychoanalytic Foundation Certificate, Centre for Freudian Analysis and Training, 2013. Psychoanalytic training, Centre for Freudian Analysis and Research, 2009-2014. Freuds Agora Copenhagen member of Psychoanalytic Association. Greek Military, 2002-2003. Psychologist, Mental Health Project Worker, 2004-2005. Look Ahead Housing and Care, Project Manager, 2005-2007. Community Housing and Therapy, Senior Project Manager, 2007-2011. Community Housing and Therapy, Clinical Director, 2011-2014. Community Housing and Therapy, Oxleas NHS. Trust, 2012-2014. Forensic Psychotherapist. DIS Psychology Lecturer 2015-2022. With DIS since 2015.

B.A. (Psychology, Classical Civilizations, Wheaton College - Massachusetts, 2015). DIS Psychology Program, Spring 2014. With DIS since 2016.

Cand.mag. (English, Odense University, 2000). Teaching position (English and Danish), Copenhagen, 2002-2005. Tour Leader, EF Educational Tours, UK, 1998-2000. UK Area Manager, EF Educational Tours, Netherlands, 2000-2001. With DIS since 2005.

B.A.ling.merc. (American Studies & English, Copenhagen Business School, 2013). With DIS since 2010.

Business Travel Consultant, Niels Brock, 1995. Worked in various Business Travel agencies and their implants offices, such as American Embassy Copenhagen, Copenhagen Airport, and DR. With DIS since 2022.  

M.F.A. (Critical & Pedagogical Studies, Lund University, 2019). B.A. (Studio Art, University of Puget Sound, 2013). CELTA, Teaching ESL (University of Cambridge, 2021). DIS European Humanities (Fall 2011). Exchange, Sustainability & Environmental Action (School for International Training, Spring 2012). Program Director & Youth Counselor, YMCA, 2009-2013. Housing & Student Affairs Assistant, DIS, 2015-2016.  Director of Student Recruitment & Internship Program, Wayfinding College, 2016-2017. Various Teaching and Program Management positions, USA, Denmark, and Sweden, 2014-2021. With DIS since 2021.

BSc (Business Administration and Service Management (Tourism & Hospitality), Copenhagen Business School, 2021). Studied abroad at Hawaii Pacific University, USA, Fall 2021. Student Helper, DIS Student Hub, 2021. With DIS since 2021.

Social Science program, Kungsholmens Gymnasium, 2022. Exchange year, Elkmont High School, 2019-2020. Reception manager, Kapellskärs camping och vandrarhem, 2021-2022. Store manager, Teijas Skateshop, 2020. Coach, Stockholms Allmänna Skridskoklubb, 2015-2020. With DIS since 2022.

Cand.Comm. (Performance Design & Business Studies, Roskilde University, 2020).  Foyer Assistant, DR Koncerthuset, 2014-present. Costumer Service emplyoee, DR Koncerthuset, 2018-2019. Tour Guide, DR Koncerthuset, 2012-2020. Project Assistant, Slots- og Kulturstyrelsen, 2019. Project Manager, Copenhagen Medical, 2020-2021. With DIS since 2022.

M.S. (Global Studies and International Development Studies, Roskilde Universitet, 2021). B.S. (International Studies, Roskilde Universitet, 2015). With DIS since 2022.

B.A. (Public Administration, Niels Brock Copenhagen Business College, 2009). Public Administration Apprentice, Municipality of Hvidovre, 2009-2011. Housing benefit Caseworker, Municipality of Gladsaxe, 2011-2013. Housing benefit Custumer Advisor, Udbetaling Danmark, 2013-2023. With DIS since 2023.

Cand.scient.soc. (International Development Studies & Cultural Encounters, Roskilde University, 2005). B.A. (French and English with specialization in Int. Marketing, Copenhagen Business School, 2001). Studied abroad: Université de Montpellier, France, 2001; U.S., 1991-1992. With DIS since 2004.

Cand.scient.soc. (International Development Studies & Cultural Encounters, Roskilde University, 2005). B.A. (French and English business languages with specialization in International Marketing, Copenhagen Business School, 2001). Studied abroad: L'IESEG, France, 2000; University of East London, UK, 2003. With DIS since 2002.

Cand. Mag. (English and Political Science, Aarhus University, 2010). Project Coordinator, Global Citizen, 2010-2014. With DIS since 2014.

B.A. (Intercultural/international social work, Copenhagen School of Social Work, 2007). Case manager at Køge and Hvidovre kommune, 2007-2015. With DIS 1991-2000 and since 2015.

Cand.mag, English (American Studies and Post-Colonial Studies, University of Copenhagen, 2005). Administrative Assistant, Vallensbæk Kommune, 2006-2018. Shared Housing Administrative Coordinator, DIS, 2019-2022. With DIS since 2019.  

Diploma in Psychiatry (Proffessionshøjskolen Metropol Copenhagen, 2018). Child Counseling Education (Proffessionshøjskolen Metropol Copenhagen, 2017). Advanced Cambridge Certificate (LSI Auckland, New Zealand, 2000). School Socialworker, Borgercenter Børn og Unge Valby/Vesterbro Kgs. Enghave, 2011. Caseworker, Borgercenter Børn og Unge Valby/Vesterbro Kgs. Enghave, 2008-2011. With DIS since 2021.

Cand. mag. (English, Copenhagen University, 2015). Assistant Librarian, DIS, 2016-2020. Sub-editor, Strillo, 2021. With DIS since 2021.

Cand.soc. (International Relations and Development, Aalborg University, 2017). B.A. (Philosophy, The Manchester Metropolitan University, 2013). Sustainability Engagement Officer, The Manchester Metropolitan University, 2013-15. Teacher, Montessori International Preschool, 2015-17. Green Living and Learning Community Coordinator at DIS, 2022. With DIS since 2019.  

Cand.Mag. (Advanced Migration Studies, University of Copenhagen, 2018). B.A. (International Relations, Virginia Commonwealth University, 2011). Immigrant Community Outreach Coordinator, Prince William County Public Schools, 2012-2014. With DIS since 2019. 

Cand.Mag (Learning and Innovative Change, Aalborg University, 2020).  Event organizer and substitute teacher, Efterskolen Epos, 2016-2018. Student Counselor, Institute for Culture & Learning at Aalborg University, 2019-2020. Coordinator, LGBT+ Denmark, 2021.  With DIS since 2021.

M.A. (Art Business, Sotheby's Institute London, 2018). Gallery Assistant, Gallerie Kreo, 2018-2019. Radio Producer, Absalon Folkehuset, 2020-2021. With DIS since 2021.  

Cand. mag (Advanced Migration Studies, University of Copenhagen, 2017). Partner, Bike & Bloom, 2017-2020. With DIS since 2021.

M.A. (Cultural Encounters & English, 2020). B.A. (International Humanities, 2014). Roskilde University Basic Course in Adlerian Psychology, 2018- 2020. Institute of Individual Psychology, Vilnius Teacher Training Course, DNS Denmark, 2006-2010. Internships in India (2009) and Mozambique (2008). Team Teacher, Teacher Training College DNS Denmark, 2010-2011. Lithuania Organizer of African Days festival, 2012. Vilnius, Lithuania Education project Creative Partnerships, 2012-2013. Copenhagen Teacher at Bilingual Kindergarten Sunny Grove, 2011-2014.  Workshops on natural dyeing, freelancing, 2020.With DIS since 2021.

M.A. (Cultural Encounters and International Development Studies, Roskilde University, expected 2022). B.A. (Psychology, Smith College, 2015). DIS Copenhagen Psychology Program, Spring 2014. Operations Coordinator and Events Facilitator, Talent Garden Rainmaking, 2019-2020. With DIS since 2022.

B.A. (Philosophy, Furman University, 2020). Admissions Assistant, Furman University, 2016-2020. Student Coordinator for New Student Orientation, Furman University, 2018-2019. Operations Specialist, InvestiNet, 2020. Director of Beverage and Training, Methodical Coffee, 2020-2022. Housing & Student Life Assistant, 2022-2023. With DIS since 2022.

Education in Clerical Trade, specializing in public administration, Niels Brock/The Danish Competition, and Consumer Authority, 2018. Office Secretary Trainee at The Danish Competition and Consumer Authority, divided between the offices of Merger Control, Cartels, European Consumer Centre and The Danish Consumer Ombudsman, 2018. Secretary Substitute at The Danish Competition and Consumer Authority Merger Control, 2018. Study and Department Secretary, Aalborg University, 2018-2021. With DIS since 2021.

RN (VIA University College, Aarhus, 2013) M.Sc. (Public Health, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, 2021-present). Registered Nurse, Department of Infectious Diseases, Hvidovre Hospital, 2013-2015. Student Affairs Coordinator, DIS, 2017-2020.

Cand.mag.comm., Cultural Encounters and Communication, Roskilde University, 2022. Student Counselor, City University of New York, 2012 to 2013. English tutor and invigilator, Aston University, 2014 to 2015. Volunteer, Danskeflytninghjælp, 2018 to 2020. Student Affairs Coordinator, Roskilde University, 2020 to 2022.

Msc (Integrated Health Sciences and public health, Kristianstad University, 2021 -present). Msc (Global Refugee Studies – transcultural psychotherapy, Aalborg University, 2017). Bsc (Psychology, Pazmany Peter Catholic University, 2013). Behavioral analyst, certified grief counselor (IAOTH, 2021). Clinical social worker, Mændenes Hjem 2018-2022. With DIS since 2022.

Cand.mag. (International and Global History, Aarhus University, 2015). B.A. (History and Political Science, University of California, Los Angeles, 2012). General Manager, Mikkeller Brewing ApS, 2017-2019. With DIS since 2020.

Cand. Soc. M.A. (International Relations and Development, Aalborg University 2017). Facilities Assistant, Roche Pharmaceuticals, 2018-2019. With DIS since 2019.

M.Sc. (Development and International Relations, Aalborg University, 2014). Absalon Crew, Absalon Folkethus, 2015-2016. Substitute, Grace homeless shelter (Blå Kors), 2015-2019. Fundraising Coordinator and Project Manager, GivRum, 2017-2018. With DIS since 2019.

Cand.Mag. (Spanish language and culture and Geography, University of Copenhagen, 2019). Daily Leader of YouPeople Morning Café, Kirkens Korshær, 2020-2023. Administrative coordinator and treasurer, Veganerpartiet, 2019-2022. Customer Service Representative, CityCallCenter, 2009-2019. With DIS since 2023.

B.A. (Philosophy and Communications, University of Wisconsin-Madison, 2023). Communications Research Assistant, University of Wisconsin-Madison, 2022-2023. Student Blogger, DIS Study Abroad, Jan-May 2022. With DIS since 2023.

B.S. (Human Development & Family Studies, Minor in Spanish, University of Vermont, 2021). Service-Learning Teaching Assistant, University of Vermont, 2020-2021. Associate Preschool Teacher, Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan, 2021-2023. With DIS since 2023.

J.D. (William Mitchell School of Law, 2014). M.A. (Education Policy and Administration, University of Minnesota, 2007). B.S. (Communications and Journalism, University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire, 2002). Learning Abroad Center, University of Minnesota, 2004-2008. International Health, Safety, and Compliance, University of Minnesota, Coordinator 2008-2011; Director 2011-2015. With DIS since 2015.

M.S.W. (Clinical Social Work, University of St. Thomas and St. Catherine University, 2013). M.A. (Holistic Health Studies, St. Catherine University, 2013). B.A. (Spanish with a minor in Art History, St. Catherine University, 2008). With DIS since 2019.

B.S. (Recreation Administration with a minor in Outdoor Recreation Education, University of Minnesota - Twin Cities, 2017). Education Abroad Advisor at the University of South Carolina, 2021. Education Program Coordinator at Red Frog Beach Island Resort, 2017-2021. With DIS since 2021.

Ph.D. (Geography, UNC Chapel Hill, 2007). Field Director & Principal Investigator, International Archaeological Research Institute, Inc., Honolulu. Archaeology Field School Instructor, Stockholm University & University of Guam. Cartographer, Yemen Project, Royal Ontario Museum. Academic Director, Associate Academic Dean & Academic Dean for Africa, SIT Study Abroad. Fulbright scholar, Kenya (University of Nairobi - cultural, economic, urban geography). Assistant Professor, Geography, Texas A&M University. Assistant Professor, Champlain College. Director of Experiential Education, NYU Abu Dhabi. Associate Dean for Global Education, Bates College. With DIS since 2018.

B.A. (European Business, Dublin City University, 2007). German Diploma in European Business (ESB Business School, Reutlingen University, 2007). Studied abroad as an exchange student from Germany to Sweden in 1997-1998 with AFS Intercultural Programs and at Universidad de Buenos Aires (Intersectionality), Argentina, 2013. Has previously worked as Program Director for AFS Intercultural Programs in Sweden, 2009-2016. With DIS since 2016.

M.Sc. (Peace and Conflict Studies at Uppsala University, 2021). B.A. (History, Yale University, 2014). Study Abroad Peer Adviser, Yale University, 2012-2014. CIEE Advanced Liberal Arts, Universidad de Sevilla, 2012. Fulbright English Teaching Assistant in Madrid, Spain, 2014-2015. U.S. Program Associate, U.S.-Spain Fulbright Commission, 2016-2018. With DIS since 2019.

Bachelor of Philosophy, (Political Science, Youth and Children's Culture Minor, Stockholm University, 2015). Master of Human Rights (Uppsala University, 2018). Integration Assistant, Nynäshamns Kommun, 2017-2019. Study Organizer, ASR Sweden, 2018. International Coordinator, ASR Sweden, 2018-2020. Substitute Teacher, Precator Pedagorgana, 2021. With DIS since 2021.

M.A. (Comparative and International Development Education, University of Minnesota, 2017). B.S. (Family Social Science, University of Minnesota, 2014). CIEE Sevilla Liberal Arts, Spring 2013. Academic Advisor, University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management, 2017-2021. Instructor, BA 1990: Design your Carlson Course, University of Minnesota- Fall 2020. With DIS since 2021. Currently on parental leave.

B.A. (Anthropology and Politics, Oberlin College, 2021). Tour Guide, Oberlin College Admissions, 2018. Study Away with The Philadelphia Center, 2019. Intern at Education Law Center, 2019. Study Abroad with IFSA in Havana, Cuba, 2020. Resident Advisor, Oberlin College 2018-2019 and 2020-2021. Student Helper, DIS Stockholm, 2021-2022. Pursuing Master’s degree in Cultural Anthropology at Uppsala University. With DIS since 2021.

M.Sc. (Psychology, Stockholm University, 2023). Talent sourcer, Randstad, 2022-2023. Mental health worker, Danderyd Hospital, 2020-2022.

M.Sc. (Global Health, Karolinska Institute, 2023, KI-DIS Fellowship). B.A. (Global Health and Psychology, Denison University, 2022). DIS student, 2021. Teaching Assistant, Department of Global Health, 2021-2022. Student Assistant, Austin E. Knowlton Center for Career Exploration, 2019-2022. With DIS since 2023.

M.Ed. (Student Affairs & Higher Education Administration, University of Wisconsin ). B.S. (Environmental Studies, University of Minnesota). International Work Exchange Manager, New York. Human Resources Regional Director, Minneapolis. Work Abroad in London and Sydney. Study Abroad in Copenhagen (with DIS) and in Mexico. Serves on the Fund for Education Abroad (FEA) Board of Trustees 2019-present. Director of North American Operations, DIS, 2000–present; Founder and Executive Director, DIS Alumni Community Foundation, 2021–present. With DIS since 1996.

B.F.A. (Interior Design, Park University, 2017), A.A.S. (Interior Design, Johnson County Community College, 2015). Danish Greenspace and Urban Design Studio, DIS Summer 2016. Commercial Interior Designer, BNB Design 2015-2019. Zero Waste Associate, Johnson County Community College 2019-2021. With DIS since 2022.

B.A. (Biology, Carleton College, 2001). Study abroad: Sea Education Association, 1999; Carleton Marine Biology Seminar in Australia/New Zealand, 2000. Teaching Assistant, summer 2001. With DIS since 2001.

B.A. (American Studies, Dickinson College, 2014). DIS Sociology Program, Spring 2013. DIS Housing and Student Affairs Assistant in Copenhagen, 2014-2015. DIS Housing and Student Affairs Coordinator in Copenhagen, 2015-2016. With DIS since 2014.

M.A. (International Education Management, Middlebury Institute for International Studies at Monterey, 2017). B.A. (Hispanic Studies, University of Minnesota – Duluth, 2013), B.B.A. (Organizational Management, University of Minnesota – Duluth, 2013). Semester abroad in Dunedin, New Zealand, 2010. Peace Corps Senegal, 2015. Program Manager, EUSA Academic Internship Experts, 2017. Site Specialist, CEA Study Abroad, 2018-2020. Senior Enrollment Operations Specialist, CEA Study Abroad, 2021-2022. With DIS since 2022.

M.A. (English Literature, Oklahoma State University, 2016). B.A. (Journalism, minor in English Literature, The University of Kansas, 2012). DIS European Memory and Identity Program, Spring 2011. Editorial Assistant, Taylor & Francis, 2016-2017.  Associate Managing Editor, Penguin Young Readers, 2017-2021. Writer/Researcher, Keller Williams Publishing, 2021-2022. With DIS since 2022.

B.S. (Computer Information Systems, Jackson State University). Corporate Training Specialist, Epson America, Inc.,1998-2000.  Certified Customer Service Skills Facilitator, Richard Chang and Associates,1994. Certified Facilitator, Franklin Covey “What Matters Most” Time Management program, 1998. Regional Sales Trainer, Teligent, Inc. 2000-2001. Asst. Director of Study Abroad, Harvey Mudd College, 2006-2007. Board member, Arcadia CGS, 2009-2012. Director of Study Abroad, Harvey Mudd College, 2007-2022. With DIS since 2022.

B.A. (Sociology and Law, Justice, & Social Change, University of Michigan, 2023. DEI Committee, Kappa Alpha Pi Pre-Law Fraternity, 2022-2023. Orientation Academic Peer Advisor, University of Michigan College of LSA, 2023. DIS Gender, Equality, and Sexuality in Scandinavia Program, Summer 2022. With DIS since 2023.

B.A. (American Studies and Gender and Sexuality Studies, St. Olaf College, 2022). DIS Communications Program, Fall 2021. Communications Fellow, St. Olaf College, 2021-2022. With DIS since 2022.

M.Ed. (Student Affairs & Higher Education Administration, University of Wisconsin ). B.S. (Environmental Studies, University of Minnesota). International Work Exchange Manager, New York. Human Resources Regional Director, Minneapolis. Work Abroad in London and Sydney. Study Abroad in Copenhagen (with DIS) and in Mexico. Serves on the Fund for Education Abroad (FEA) Board of Trustees 2019-present. Director of North American Operations, DIS, 2000–present; Founder and Executive Director, DIS Alumni Community Foundation, 2021–present. With DIS since 1996.

Cand.Soc. (Social Work, Aalborg University, 2010). B.A. (Gender Studies, Indiana University, 2002). Exchange student: University of Adelaide, Australia (2001). External Consultant, Danish Center against Human Trafficking, 2010-2012. External Faculty in Gender Studies, DIS, 2010-2013. Housing Team Coordinator, DIS, 2011-2019. Associate Director of Housing, DIS, 2020. With DIS since 2010.

B.A. (Sport Management, Washington State University, 2009). M.A. (International Education Management, Middlebury Institute of International Studies, 2017). Faculty Support Associate for Global Education, Virginia Tech, 2018-2023. Institutional Relations Coordinator, DIS Copenhagen, 2017-2018. Assistant Hotel Manager, Un-Cruise Adventures, 2013-2016.

Master of Liberal Arts (University of Minnesota, 2003). BA (Political Science, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, 1994).  University of Minnesota Experience: Director of Curriculum and Career Integration, Learning Abroad Center, 2009-2022. Associate Program Director, College of Design, 2006-2009. Community Program Associate and Executive Assistant, College of Human Ecology, 1995-2005. Assistant to Associate Dean of Development, Carlson School of Management, 1993-1994. Legislative Intern, Congressman Martin Olav Sabo, Minneapolis, MN, 1993. With DIS since 2022.

M.Ed. (Student Affairs & Higher Education Administration, University of Wisconsin - La Crosse). B.S. (Family Social Science, University of Minnesota, 2001). DIS student, spring 1999. With DIS since 2000.

B.A. (Theatre Studies, minors in Middle-Eastern Studies and Educational Studies, St. Olaf College, 2016). Off-campus study: Urban and Multicultural Education in Hawaii, St. Olaf’s Semester in the Middle East (Israel, Jordan, Turkey, Morocco). College Access Coach, College Possible, Minneapolis, 2016-2017. Admission Counselor, Gustavus Adolphus College, 2017-2018. Admission Counselor, The University of Minnesota, 2018-2019. With DIS since 2019.

M.I.I.M (International and Intercultural Management, School for International Training, 1998). B.A. (German, Central College, IA, 1992). Studied abroad in Vienna, Austria and worked in Niigata, Japan, JET Program, 1992-1994. Assistant Director of Study Abroad, Virginia Tech, 1996-1998. Regional College Relations Manager, IES, 1998-2004. Director of Study Abroad, Augsburg College, 2004-2006. Quality Systems Coordinator, 2014-2017. With DIS since 2019.

B.A. (Public Health Studies with a minor in Human Service Studies, Elon University, 2018). DIS Public Health Program, Spring 2017. Science and Health Program Assistant, 2018-2019. With DIS since 2018.

B.A. (Sociology, Dickinson College, 2019). Study abroad: DIS Prostitution and the Sex Trade Program, Fall 2017; Dickinson in Cameroon Program, Spring 2018. Senior Analyst, Enterprise Knowledge LLC., 2019-2021. With DIS since 2021.

M.S. (Marketing, Johns Hopkins University, 1996). B.A. (Political Science and Psychology, Dickinson College, 1983). Conference management, marketing, and education projects, 1988-1994. Research analyst, U.S. Dept. of Education, National Center for Education Statistics, 1995-1998. Director, Child Development and Diversity Program, DIS, 2002-2005. With DIS since 1999.

B.A. (Psychology, with minors in Neuroscience and International Studies, Wake Forest University). With DIS since 2008.

B.A. (Strategic Communication with a minor in Urban Studies, University of Minnesota, 2018). Intern, Metropolitan Council, 2015. Intern, GSR Architecture, 2017. DIS Strategic Communication Program, Fall 2017. Admissions Advisor, DIS, 2018-2021. With DIS since 2018.

B.A. (Anthropology, Wake Forest University, 2018). International Program Assistant, Wake Forest & DIS, 2018-2019. Admissions Advisor, DIS, 2019-2021. Strategy & Design Coordinator, Jun Group, 2021. With DIS since 2018.

B.A. (Psychology, Writing Colleague Program, Hobart and William Smith Colleges, 2012). Studied abroad at DIS Copenhagen, Spring and Summer 2011. With DIS since 2013.

B.A. (Sociology and Communications & Media Studies, Tufts University, 2015). Studied abroad at DIS, Fall 2013 and Spring 2014. Graphic Design & Media Assistant, DIS, 2015-2016. Communications & Design Assistant, National Academy of Design, 2016-2017. Graphic Designer, DIS, 2017-2019. With DIS since 2015.

M.A. (Transmedia Communication, Film and Media Studies, University of Copenhagen, 2016). Studied abroad at University of Liverpool, England, UK, 2014. Marketing & Promotion Coordinator, Scanbox Entertainment, 2012-2016. Team Lead & Marketing Manager, Visual Meta GmbH, 2016-2018. With DIS since 2018. Currently on parental leave.

BA (Hons) English, University of New South Wales, 2016). Email Marketing Specialist, 3P Learning, 2019-2023. Marketing Executive, Displayr & Q Research Software, 2017-2019. With DIS since 2023.

Cand.It (Digital Design and Communication, IT University of Copenhagen, 2013). Digital Project Manager, Web Manager. With DIS since 2023.

B.A. (International Relations and Anthropology, Tufts University, 2018). DIS Cultural Diversity and Integration Program, Spring 2017. Video Production and Social Media Assistant at DIS, 2018-2019. With DIS since 2018.

M.S. (Neuroscience, Wake Forest University, 2020). Audio Producer, DISCO, 2020. Lead Science Reporter and Audio Producer, Carolina Public Press, 2021. Program Assistant, Custom Programs, 2021-2022. Academic Assistant, 2022-2023. With DIS since 2021.

B.A. (Studio Art, Whitman College, 2019). Communications Specialist, Able Works, 2020-2021. With DIS since 2022.

M.Sc. (Health, Wellbeing and Sustainable Buildings, University College London, 2022). B.S. (Public Health, Furman University, 2020). DIS Stockholm, Public Health and Migration Program (Spring 2019). Project Managing & Marketing Intern, Office of Spiritual Life at Furman University (2017-2018). Student Blogger, DIS Stockholm (Spring 2019). Marketing & Development Intern, Explore Austin (Summer 2019). Health Communication Campaign Intern, Prisma Health (Fall 2019). Video Services Free-lancer, Furman University Athletics (2016-2020). Sales Associate & Merchandising Assistant, Pretty Please Boutique & Gifts (2020-2021). With DIS since 2023.

B.A. (Sociology and Anthropology, Carleton College, 2023). Tour Guide and Tour Guide Coordinator, Carleton College Admissions Office, 2021-2023. Admissions Fellow and Blog Editor, Carleton College Admissions Office, 2021-2022. Research Assistant, Carleton College Sociology/Anthropology Department, 2022. DIS Sociology Program, 2021. Marketing Intern, The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement, 2020. With DIS since 2023.

Cand.jur (University of Copenhagen, 2010). Senior Consultant, Djøf, 2012-2021. With DIS since 2021.

Cand.Mag. (International Business Communication, Syddansk University, 2017). B.A. (European Ethnology, University of Copenhagen, 2013). B.A. (Art History, University of Copenhagen). With DIS since 2010.

Bachelor of Social Science (Bachelor´s Programme in Human Resource Management and Work Sciences) 2018. Salesperson, Stadium, 2013-2015. HR trainee, Attendo, 2017-2018. HR generalist (later HRBP), Attendo, 2018-2022. With DIS since 2022.

M.Sc. (Human Resource Management, University of Stirling, 2021). Faculty Officer, Stirling University Students' Union, 2020-2021. Desktop Support Scheduling Coordinator, Computacenta, 2021-2022. Support Associate, Top.gg, 2022-2022. With DIS since 2022.

M.A. (Human Resources & Industrial Relations, University of Minnesota, 2022). B.A. (Strategic Communication, Elon University, 2015). DIS Cross-Cultural Communication Program, Spring 2014. DIS Marketing Assistant, 2015-2016. DIS Communications Specialist, 2017-2019. DIS Outreach Manager, 2019-2023. With DIS since 2015.

BSc. (Psychology, UWE, 2007). Front of House Manager, lille Bakery, 2022-2023. With DIS since 2023.

M.S. (International Business and Development Studies from Copenhagen Business School). Has been part of a think tank advising the Ministry of Employment, and worked for various interest groups in Denmark and the EU. Part of the strategy group of a major Danish shipping company and now works as an independent consultant, specialised in corporate responsibility and sustainability. Previously taught courses on global business strategy, business ethics and intercultural communication at DIS. Project Manager, New Business Development, DIS, 2014-2016. With DIS since 2014.

Cand.Soc. (International Development Studies, Roskilde University, 2013). Project Manager, Birketoften, 2013-2014. Project Employee, Danish Refugee Council, 2015. Housing Logistical Coordinator, DIS Study Abroad, 2015-2016. HR Partner, DIS, 2017-2020. Consultant, Københavns Kommune, 2021. With DIS since 2015.

Cand.merc.int., M.S. (Leadership and Management Studies, Copenhagen Business School, 2010). B.S. (Commerce, McIntire School of Commerce, University of Virginia, 2004). DIS student, International Business and Economics Program, Spring 2003. Program Assistant, International Business & Economics, DIS, 2004-2005. Information Systems & Projects Assistant, DIS, 2005-2010. Executive Analyst, DIS, 2010-2014. Director, HR & New Business Development, DIS, 2014-2016. Director, Strategic Planning & Projects, DIS, 2016-2020. With DIS since 2004.

Cand. polit (Economics, University of Copenhagen, 1996). Diploma in Finance HD (R), 2004. Controller, YouSee, 1996-1998. Head of Finance Nordic & Baltics, Thompson Reuters, 1999-2006. Director, Business Planning & Analysis, Saxo Bank, 2007-2009. CFO, Danish Design Centre, 2009-2014. With DIS since 2014.

Graduate Diploma in Business Administration (Copenhagen Business School, 2002). Accounting consultant, Visma, 1997-1999. Accountant, Benjamin Media, 1999-2001. Co-founder, AccountHouse, 2001-2004. Financial controller, Benjamin Media, 2004-2006. Self-employed Financial consultant, 2006-2009. Accountant/Financial controller, Danish Design Centre, 2009-2014. Head of Finance and Human Resources, Danish Design Centre/Design Society, 2014-2016. With DIS since 2016.

Diploma in Finance HD(R) (1986). Assistant Auditor Geer & Lyngvig A/S, 1981-1986. Head of Finance, Cretex A/S, 1986-2001. Head of Finance, Scanigros A/S, 2001-2004. Chief Financial Controller, Saint-Gobain Distribution Denmark A/S, 2004-2015. With DIS since 2015.

Payroll - Accounting, FEI, 2008. Accounting and Payroll , GHP Ortho Center Stockholm AB, 2019-2022. With DIS since 2022.

PA, Accountant, Sirius Company, 2009-2016. Accountant, Selecta A/S, 2016-2018. With DIS since 2018.  

Cand.merc.aud. (Copenhagen Business School, 2021). Auditor, EY, 2015-2019. Auditor, PwC, 2019-2020. Auditor, EY, 2020-21. Group Financial Controller, ISS A/S, 2021-2022. With DIS since 2023.  

Accountant, 2001-2008. FLSmidth, 2008-2016. Billetkontoret, 2017-2019. Parknet FMBA. With DIS since 2019.  

Controlling Assistant, DIS, 2005-2017. With DIS since 2021.

M.A. (Technical and Professional Communication, Auburn University, 2019). B.A. (International Studies and Spanish, Colorado State University, 2011). Studied abroad at Universidad Católica de Valparaíso, Chile, 2009. Study Abroad Coordinator, Auburn University, 2011-2019. With DIS since 2019.

M.Ed. (Measurement, Evaluation, Statistics, and Assessment, University of Illinois - Chicago, 2018). B.A. (History & Political Science, University of Minnesota, 2009). Grades & Reg. Asst. at the Learning Abroad Center, 2007-2009. Admin. Asst. for Off-Campus Studies at Carleton College, 2010-2012. DIS Academic Administrator, 2012-2016. Data Protection Officer, 2018-present. With DIS since 2016.

Journalist graduate from The Danish School of Journalism, 1995. Reporter at Danish Broadcasting Corporation, 1995-2005. Digital Business Development Manager, Copenhagen Airports, 2005-2014. Single course at IT University in Copenhagen, 2012. IT Project Manager, Tech Dept. at Danish Broadcasting Corporation, 2014-2016. Localisation/Quality Assurance, Keywords Studios Montreal, Canada, 2017. Product Owner, Tech Dept., Danish Broadcasting Corporation, 2018-2022. With DIS since 2023.

M.A. (English and Political Science, University of Copenhagen, 2007). Studied abroad at Leeds University in England, 2002, and San Francisco State University in the U.S., 2005. Has worked at DIS in various positions as Homestay Coordinator, Student Affairs Coordinator, Recruitment Coordinator, and Cultural Immersion Coordinator, 2003-2012. Project Manager, New Business Development, DIS, 2014-2016. With DIS since 2003.

M.Sc. (Systems Development, Åbo Akademi University, 1989). Certificate in Applied Sciences (Multi-media, Harvard Extension School, 1995). Certified IT project manager and FileMaker developer. Independent consultant and systems developer at CODEO. With DIS since 2015.

M.Sc (Cand.IT from a liaison between IT University Copenhagen and Roskilde University in Interdisciplinary IT Development, 2006). B.Sc. (Philosophy and Computer Science from Roskilde University 2001). Have worked in Academia 2000-2008 (as PC IT supporter, and as Consultant for e-learning and for IT collaboration), as well as 10 years of web development. With DIS since 2018.

Data Technician at E. Pihl & Son, 2007-2011.  Data Technician, Technical Education Copenhagen, 2011. System administrator at Edora A/S, 2011-2015. IT Administrator at Dyrenes Beskyttese, 2016-2020. IT Security Consultant at Solvo IT, working for Danmarks National Bank, 2020-2021. With DIS since 2021.

2 years of Interaction design, Aarhus University. IT technician with 14 years experience. With DIS since 2022.

Data Technician, TEC, 2011. IT-Administrator KVUC, 2012-2022. With DIS since 2022.

Datamatiker, IT Supporter. IT Supporter, Rigspolitiet, 2021. With DIS since 2022.

IT Network and Electronics Technology, KEA, 2021. With DIS since 2021.

Informatik-assistent, Næstved Handelsskole, 1997. Worked in IT since 1997. With DIS since 2022.

B.A. (Engineer, Copenhagen Mechanical and Engineering School, 1992). Project Manager, Spot Installation A/S, 2006-2010. Facility Manager, Region Hovedstaden, 2010-2014. Senior Project Manager, Coor Facility Management A/S, 2014-2016. Disclipline Manager, Rambøll A/S, 2016. Project Director, TKS Scandinavia ApS, 2016-2017. Facility Director, Saint Gobain A/S, 2017-2021. Head og sector, MT Højgaard A/S, 2021-2023. With DIS since 2023.

B.A. (American Studies, Cross-Cultural and Regional Studies, University of Copenhagen, 2006). Daily Manager, Byggegruppen Entreprise 2013-2016, Project Manager Sandgrav Solutions 2016-2018. Administrative Coordinator, Loop UX 2018-2020. Educated Project Manager, 2021. With DIS since 2021.

Educated Jointer in 2011, and Cabinet Maker in 2013. Worked with kitchen manufacturing with Nicolaj Bo between 2014-2021. With DIS since 2021.  

Facilities Technician degree from 2020. Worked for Ulykkes Patient Foreningen from 2016-2021. With DIS since 2021.  

Electrician, completed education in 1990. Electrician, 1990-1997. Self-employed bike shop owner, 1997-2020. With DIS since 2021.

B.A. (Education Studies & Cultural Studies, Roskilde University, 2021). With DIS since 2021.