Stephanie (Steph) Foran is theAssistant Director of CARE at Kansas State University. She is a nationally credentialed Victim Advocatethrough the National Organization for Victim Assistance (NOVA) and has over 8.5years of field experience. She received her BA in Political Science from RiderUniversity in Lawrenceville, New Jersey, and her Global MA in InternationalRelations from Webster University. Steph's areas of expertise include digitalinterpersonal violence and media literacy, and she is passionate about framinggender-based violence as a critical human rights issue.

Helen Mulhern Halasz (she/her) is assistant director of student affairs assessment, research, and planning at East Carolina University. Helen previously served in academic and student support roles for undergraduate and graduate students at five large universities and three small colleges in academic advising, fraternity/sorority life, residence life, student conduct, study abroad, associate dean of students, and acting VP of student affairs. She is an alumna of Davidson College and earned a master’s degree and PhD at the University of South Carolina. Helen earned university and national research awards for her dissertation research on advising students in academic transition leaving selective academic programs. During the last six years, Helen’s focus has been on fostering a culture of evidence and building assessment confidence and capacity among department assessment leaders. She enjoys writing about and developing engaging learning experiences for student affairs educators related to professional competency areas. Helen became a Certified Student Affairs Educator in January 2024.

Jasmine Jennings-Rentz is the Associate Director for Leadership & Service at Texas State University. Jasmine attended Bowling Green State University for her undergraduate degree and attended Mississippi State University for her graduate degree. Originally from Detroit, MI, Jasmine has worked at different schools in the South and Midwest such as Ball State University, Baylor University, and Southern Methodist University. Jasmine’s work portfolio includes positions in Housing & Residence Life, Academic Affairs, and Leadership & Service.

Jessica Henault, MS (she/her) serves as NASPA’s program coordinator for the Culture of Respect Collective. Prior to joining NASPA, Jessica served as Kansas State University’s first violence prevention specialist, where she worked to develop and employ a university-wide violence prevention plan. Jessica is passionate about improving college campuses’ safety and well-being, earning her master’s degree in Counseling and Student Development with an emphasis in Administration. She is a current doctoral student in the Applied Family Science program at Kansas State, centering her research on prevention sciences.

An educationist by profession, Mrs. Vinnie Mathur is an Author, Craft Trainer, Workshop Consultant and environmentalist. Vinnie specializes in conducting best out of waste workshops, in other words converting waste into wealth in her free time. Vinnie has written various articles in leading newspaper and magazines and books. In her early career, she has been associated with St. Mary’s School & Delhi Public School, New Delhi and also worked with the Galgotias Group of Educational Institutions as Dean-Student Affairs & Clubs. Presently she heads external relations at the Office of the Vice-Chancellor, Shiv Nadar Institution of Eminence. Ms. Mathur has done her M.B.A., B.Ed. and diploma courses in Child Development & Psychology and Nursery and Primary Teachers Training. She has also written numerous books for children. Her very own popular series of Do It Yourself Craft is a big hit. She has a credit of more than 25 books.

At Shiv Nadar University, she looks after Student Development Programmes initially which included a series of workshops, seminars etc for students on various topics. She headed student clubs of the University . She has to her credit the able organization and execution of Orienation programme, Farewells, Freshers Party, Business Fest, Club activities, Blood Donation Camps etc. Under her able guidance students have represented the University in various Inter- College Fests and competitions across the country and have brought laurels to the University. The student clubs , more than 50 under her are in various categories- Social, Cultural, Technical, Management and Sports. Theatre, Music, Dance, Technical and management clubs are a few to name.

Osamah Al Nammary is a Residence Hall Coordinator at the American University of Sharjah in the United Arab Emirates. He has worked within the student services sector for the past seven years. Starting his career in student services in Canada, he pursued the skills and knowledge to assist students in pursuing their degrees effectively. During that time, mental health and wellness have become a critical factor in Osamah’s career due to the rising awareness of the importance of mental health within the world and its effect on individuals. Promoting wellness and mental health has become a key factor within Osamah’s career in student services, promoting wellness and self-care within universities, and educating students of its importance.

Elizabeth J. Allan, Ph.D., is Professor and Program Coordinator of Higher Education at the University of Maine and Director of StopHazing. Dr. Allan was the Principal Investigator for the National Study of Student Hazing (2008) and is currently directing the national Hazing Prevention Consortium (2012 – present) – a collaborative research-to-practice initiative of universities working to shift campus culture and build an evidence base for hazing prevention. An experienced researcher, Allan’s scholarship focuses on campus cultures and climates, including studies about campus diversity, equity, student engagement, and hazing in the context of higher education. She has authored three books and more than 30 research-based articles. Her award-winning scholarship has been featured in premiere journals including the Harvard Educational Review, The Journal of Higher Education, The Review of Higher Education, Innovative Higher Education,The International Journal of Adolescent Medicine and Health, Qualitative Studies in Education, and the Journal of Interpersonal Violence

Megan DeShon-Runge is the Hazing Database and Outreach Coordinator for StopHazing. In this role, Megan supports the development and sustainability of HazingInfo.org, a database dedicated to creating transparency about hazing incidents. She also develops resources and training and leads communications and outreach efforts regarding the database. Megan graduated from the University of Missouri with a B.A. in Psychology in 2009 and has since been working in Higher Education. Over the course of her career, Megan has held roles in Residential Life, Athletics, Student Engagement, and Fraternity & Sorority Life giving her vast experiences that influence the multi-faceted lens through which she views hazing prevention. 

Devin Franklin, M.Ed. is the Doctoral Research Fellow for StopHazing and a Ph.D. student at the University of Maine. She engages in hazing prevention research, aids in resource development, and facilitates leadership development trainings. Devin earned her B.S. in Finance from the University of Alabama in 2021 and her M.Ed. in Student Development in Higher Education from the University of Maine in 2023. She served as a Research-to-Practice intern for StopHazing prior to transitioning to her current role. Devin continues to advocate for evidence-based hazing prevention, ethical leadership development, and the creation of more inclusive campus communities

Meredith Stewart, M.Ed., is the Operations Manager for StopHazing. In this role, she works to support StopHazing’s mission by cultivating partnerships with professional organizations, scholars, practitioners, policy advocates, and others committed to violence prevention. She oversees and manages StopHazing’s operations including programs and trainings, the expansion of StopHazing’s data-driven resources and trainings for hazing prevention; policy-related initiatives, and other activities of the Hazing Prevention Consortium (HPC), a signature research-to-practice project led by StopHazing. Meredith completed her B.S. degree in Secondary Education from the University of Maine, and later also completed her M.Ed. in Student Development in Higher Education from the University of Maine. During her graduate studies, she interned for StopHazing as a Research Assistant and upon graduation transitioned to a full-time role.

Ann Tan is an accomplished higher education professional with extensive experience in residential life, hostel admissions, student life programs, and the coaching and mentoring of staff and student leaders. Over the past decade, she has developed expertise in managing pandemic-related challenges, student leadership development, crisis and pastoral care, as well as training and facilitation. She is a certified ACTA facilitator with an MBA from the University of Adelaide and a Graduate Certificate in Counselling from Swinburne University of Technology.

Tisha currently works at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) as the Associate Director of Student Recruitment. Her main responsibilities include international student recruitment, educational partnerships, short-term programs, and marketing. Prior to this role, Tisha worked at the university leading Saudi graduate recruitment and development efforts. Tisha is excited to continue highlighting the rapid growth taking place within Saudi Arabia and the educational opportunities available.

Sarah Faheem is a dedicated student affairs professional with a strong track record in fostering student engagement and leadership development. Currently the Assistant Director for Student Life and Engagement at VCUarts Qatar, she orchestrates a range of student programs aimed at creating a vibrant campus community aligned with both academic objectives of VCUQ and Qatar Foundation's overall mission. Sarah's expertise extends to designing dynamic student engagement and leadership programs for undergraduate and postgraduate students, supporting students’ transition into university life, and specifically enhancing the first-year experience through strategic and collaborative partnerships. With over a decade of experience in student services across the UK and Qatar, Sarah has held a variety of roles and titles where she has consistently championed student success. She is passionate about empowering students through leadership programs and supporting diverse student organizations to cultivate communication, collaboration, and community engagement skills.

Dr. Georges Chedid holds a PhD in neuropsychology and cognitive science from the University of Montreal. He is the Director of the Counseling Center at the American University of Kuwait. Dr. Chedid has a wealth of experience leading teams of counselors and art therapists, and training professional therapists. He showed an impact on the mental health, wellbeing, and academic success of students with disabilities and mental health disorders by providing an array of high-quality services at AUK. He plays a key role in Student Affairs by contributing effectively to the organization of events and workshops at the Art Room. Dr. Chedid is a mindful leader who encourages inclusion and diversity and continually strives to enhance the quality of life for students with disabilities and mental health issues. He effectively manages and supervises the counseling center staff, clinical operations, art and music therapy rooms, budgets, and daily operations.

Claudia Trevor-Wright, JD, MA, MCHES, is an attorney and health promotion professional focused on advancing health equity in higher education. Claudia is currently leading a project funded by the Institute for Women’s Policy Research Connect for Success Initiative and consulting for the American College Health Association (ACHA). Prior to these roles, Claudia led the Campus COVID-19 Vaccination and Mitigation Initiative at ACHA, and served as Director of Student Wellness at Wellesley College.

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Miriam is the Director of Academic Advising and Student Success at Northwestern University in Qatar. Before this role, she was the Senior Academic Adviser at the American University in Dubai, where she gained extensive experience in academic advising and academic and student affairs.

Throughout her career, Miriam has held various academic positions across Lebanon and the GCC, advising diverse students in engineering, business, international relations, and media studies. She has successfully led a team of advisors and contributed to numerous academic committees focused on curriculum and quality enhancement.

Miriam’s expertise lies in multitasking, mentoring, researching, and implementing best practices to create a culture of student engagement. She is skilled in developing student-centered strategies, conducting data analysis and reporting, enhancing student retention and success, and supporting first-year student experiences and accreditation processes.

In her teaching career, Miriam has instructed finance, management, accounting, and mathematics courses, and has published research papers on academic advising.

Her passion for data analysis led her to complete three certificates in data analysis and reporting in 2021. More recently, she has completed a postgraduate program in AI and Machine Learning at the California Institute of Technology, further expanding her knowledge and expertise in cutting-edge technologies.

Recognized for her dedication, she was nominated for NASPA’s Dedicated Professional Award in 2021.

Miriam earned her MBA and a Bachelor of Science in Banking and Finance with distinction from the Lebanese American University in 2002 and 2005, respectively.

She currently serves as the Communication Team Lead for MENASA NASPA, where she continues to contribute to the field of student affairs and higher education.

Dr. Brett Perozzi is Vice President for Student Affairs at Salt Lake Community College in Utah, USA. He previously served as Vice President for Student Affairs at Weber State University (WSU), Executive Director of Student Engagement at Arizona State University, and has worked at Colorado State, Indiana, and Texas Tech Universities.

 Dr. Perozzi holds a Ph.D. from Indiana University and a Master’s degree from the University of Arizona, both in Higher Education Administration; with a bachelor’s degree in Education from the State University of New York. He served as a faculty member in the higher education graduate programs at Indiana, Colorado State, and Arizona State, and is the cofounder of the Higher Education Leadership program at WSU. Brett has authored dozens of publications in journals, textbooks, monographs, and book chapters. He has published three books, two on the topic of international student affairs and services, and one on student employment during college.

 Dr. Perozzi is an active leader with NASPA – Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education, helping coordinate and shape their global agenda, by establishing a Global Advisory Board, culturally relevant educational programming abroad, and advancing intercultural understanding among those doing student affairs work globally. He has been invited to speak and present on higher education topics worldwide, and seeks to give back to the field through his speaking, writing, and research. Brett is a founding member of the International Association of Student Affairs and Services.

Dr Niamh Nestor (she/her) is the Director of the University College Dublin Student Advisory Service. Niamh manages a team of advisers whose work is focused on student support, mental health and wellbeing among approximately 38,000 UCD students. Niamh’s background is in sociolinguistics, migration and integration, and her doctoral research focused on Polish children and teenagers who had migrated to Ireland since Poland joined the European Union in 2004. For ten years before coming into her current role, Niamh was the Student Adviser in UCD Veterinary Sciences, providing pastoral support to veterinary medicine and veterinary nursing students.

Niamh is an active member of the community life of UCD. She runs UCD Purl Jam, the university’s craft/creative group. She co-founded the UCD Veterinary Community Garden. She is an active member of the UCD Community Choir. Niamh is involved in the implementation of equality, diversity and inclusion initiatives in UCD. She co-chairs the UCD LGBT+ committee as well as the UCD LGBTI Staff Network. She is an active member of Athena SWAN in UCD. She is deeply committed to challenging injustice, intolerance and bigotry and in achieving equality, diversity and inclusion for all. She believes in active allyship and she is passionate about fighting against complacency. The work of Athena SWAN is vital in this regard, and Niamh is particularly interested in empowering and supporting students to continue the fight for equality into the future. Outside of work, Niamh loves to garden, travel, and be creative, recently taking up sewing. She also volunteers for Dublin Lesbian Line.

Dr. Kerrie Montgomery Orozco boasts a 25-year career in higher education, specializing in international education, student programming, strategic planning, leadership, and teaching. She's held progressively responsible roles in academic advising, study abroad, and campus life at various institutions. Kerrie is also an accomplished writer, with publications in the peer-reviewed Journal of International Students. 

Kerrie has been an active member of NASPA for more than 20 years. She has held a number of volunteer leadership roles and currently serves as Professional Development Chair for the Global Division, Membership & Engagement Chair for the Mid-Level Administrators Steering Committee, and NASPA-FL Conference Chair. She is a past Chair for the International Symposium, and remains active on the planning committee for the 2024 International Symposium.

Kerrie holds a BA in Classical Studies, dual Masters degrees from the University of Florida in Art History and Higher Education, and a PhD in Higher Education from the University of Denver.