Our team is a passionate and diverse group of individuals committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive campus environment for all. With a shared dedication to promoting intercultural understanding, 股本, 以及社会公正, our staff members bring a wealth of knowledge, 经验, 对我们的工作感同身受. As advocates for diversity and inclusion, 我们是来支持你的, 指南, and empower you throughout your ODU journey. Get to know the faces behind our mission, and let us walk alongside you as we cultivate a community where every voice is heard, 有价值的, 和庆祝.
大学工作人员
导演
Rachawan "Aey" Wongtrirat began her career in international education as a Program Officer for Education and Advising 服务s and served as the EducationUSA advisor at the Institute for 国际 Education (IIE), Southeast Asia Regional Office in Bangkok, 泰国. As the 导演 for 国际行动, Rachawan oversees the comprehensive function of the unit which aims to integrate international, 全球, and intercultural dimensions that provide impactful 全球 learning and engagement opportunities for members of the campus community. 另外, Rachawan leads the assessment functions for the 办公室 and oversees OIR's engagement activities which include website management, 社交媒体, 市场营销 & 外展活动. Rachawan co-authored the 国际 学生参与: Strategies for Creating Inclusive, Connected and Purposeful Campus Environments which provides an analysis of the academic and social integration of international students on U.S. campuses and how their presence can be leveraged for an enriched 经验 for all. In addition to her role at Old Dominion, Rachawan has served as the Co-Chair for NAFSA: Association of 国际 Educators' Foreign-Born 国际 Educator MIG.
Assistant 导演 for 国际行动
索非亚Calicchio (she/her) recently received a Master's in 国际 Cultural Studies at bet8体育娱乐入口, focusing her research on decolonial theory, civil society and feminist advocacy, and youth mobilization through solidarity. 作为一名年轻的专业人士, her 经验 includes working on advocacy and research on mapping gender-based violence, engaging in digital activism with a focus on social development, and in-person NGO advocacy at the United Nations. She has also worked for the Peace Operations Training Institute and Red Dot Foundation-Safecity during her time as a graduate student. Sofia has been actively involved in community organizing, and spearheading programming on-campus that is aimed at educating the student body on different identities, 文化, 以及生活经历. Sofia served as the President of the 全球 Monarch Club (GMC) and the Chair of Student Life and Cultural Integration committee on the 国际 Student Advisory Board (ISAB) during her time as a graduate student at bet8体育娱乐入口. 在她空闲的时候, 索菲亚喜欢打盹, 吃好食物, and going on adventures with her partner and their cat.
导演
Rachawan "Aey" Wongtrirat began her career in international education as a Program Officer for Education and Advising 服务s and served as the EducationUSA advisor at the Institute for 国际 Education (IIE), Southeast Asia Regional Office in Bangkok, 泰国. As the 导演 for 国际行动, Rachawan oversees the comprehensive function of the unit which aims to integrate international, 全球, and intercultural dimensions that provide impactful 全球 learning and engagement opportunities for members of the campus community. 另外, Rachawan leads the assessment functions for the 办公室 and oversees OIR's engagement activities which include website management, 社交媒体, 市场营销 & 外展活动. Rachawan co-authored the 国际 学生参与: Strategies for Creating Inclusive, Connected and Purposeful Campus Environments which provides an analysis of the academic and social integration of international students on U.S. campuses and how their presence can be leveraged for an enriched 经验 for all. In addition to her role at Old Dominion, Rachawan has served as the Co-Chair for NAFSA: Association of 国际 Educators' Foreign-Born 国际 Educator MIG.
Assistant 导演 for 国际行动
索非亚Calicchio (she/her) recently received a Master's in 国际 Cultural Studies at bet8体育娱乐入口, focusing her research on decolonial theory, civil society and feminist advocacy, and youth mobilization through solidarity. 作为一名年轻的专业人士, her 经验 includes working on advocacy and research on mapping gender-based violence, engaging in digital activism with a focus on social development, and in-person NGO advocacy at the United Nations. She has also worked for the Peace Operations Training Institute and Red Dot Foundation-Safecity during her time as a graduate student. Sofia has been actively involved in community organizing, and spearheading programming on-campus that is aimed at educating the student body on different identities, 文化, 以及生活经历. Sofia served as the President of the 全球 Monarch Club (GMC) and the Chair of Student Life and Cultural Integration committee on the 国际 Student Advisory Board (ISAB) during her time as a graduate student at bet8体育娱乐入口. 在她空闲的时候, 索菲亚喜欢打盹, 吃好食物, and going on adventures with her partner and their cat.
研究生助教
研究生 Assistant for 用拉丁文写计划
马列拉罗梅罗 is originally from Escondido, California and she moved to Hampton Roads in 2016. She received her bachelor's degree in psychology from Virginia Commonwealth University in May of 2022 and is currently pursuing her master's degree in clinical Mental 健康 咨询. 玛丽拉喜欢阅读, 玩电子游戏, 和她的狗玩, 睡午觉的, and relaxing at the beach or park.
As the graduate assistant for 用拉丁文写计划, Mariela hopes to encourage fellow Latine first generation college students to take care of their mental wellness while also supporting them on their journey to reaching their full potential. She also hopes to promote Hispanic/Latine student success by offering resources on campus. Email Mariela >
研究生 Assistant for 用拉丁文写计划
马列拉罗梅罗 is originally from Escondido, California and she moved to Hampton Roads in 2016. She received her bachelor's degree in psychology from Virginia Commonwealth University in May of 2022 and is currently pursuing her master's degree in clinical Mental 健康 咨询. 玛丽拉喜欢阅读, 玩电子游戏, 和她的狗玩, 睡午觉的, and relaxing at the beach or park.
As the graduate assistant for 用拉丁文写计划, Mariela hopes to encourage fellow Latine first generation college students to take care of their mental wellness while also supporting them on their journey to reaching their full potential. She also hopes to promote Hispanic/Latine student success by offering resources on campus. Email Mariela >