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2019 Annual International Career & College Counseling (IC3) Conference • 28-29 August 2019 • Mumbai 1

Dear friends,

On behalf of all the IC3 leadership committee members, I would like to warmly welcome you to the fourth Annual IC3 Conference in Mumbai.

There is little doubt that the IC3 phenomenon is now one of the most talked about in our field. The key reason for IC3’s popularity is our sharp focus on bringing counseling to every school and student. All we have really done since our inception in 2016 is to NOT deviate from this goal. In a world where “transaction” is a way of life, IC3 volunteers have shown an unparalleled sense of “service”. They have put aside the competitiveness that has afflicted so much of our planet to demonstrate collaboration that is nourishing so many people.

The solution to a world full of students without career and college counseling is not just to help individual students, but to empower every school to help their students. This is why we remain committed to sensitizing and empowering schools – sensitizing them about their responsibility toward proving guidance (not just teaching Mathematics and English), and empowering them with training and resources for their staff to deliver good guidance for their students.

The emphasis of this year’s conference is inclusion, and you will find it in every aspect of the IC3 Movement. We are reaching out and including every pocket of the world that calls out for help, either through scholarships (to attend the Annual Conference) or an IC3 Regional Forum (which are one-day events, often in areas seldom visited).

Finally, this conference would not be possible without each one of you. Our deepest gratitude to our sponsors, host schools, and content partners who all helped to put together this entire week of events, and especially to you for being here. We hope that you will discover the unique spirit of IC3 and immerse yourself in our culture of service and learning.

Welcome, dear friends.

In gratitude,Warmly,

Ganesh KohliFounding President, IC3 MovementChair, 2019 Annual IC3 Conference

WELCOMELETTER


Gala Dinner + Graduation Ceremony of the IC3 Institute

Conference Basics

Schedule At-A-Glance

Opening Plenary + Keynote

Sessions: 28 August

Host Schools

Conference Sponsors

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Speaker Profiles

Conference Partners

Closing Plenary + IC3 Awards

Conference Committees

568

1018

3228

64687882Sessions: 29 August20

2019 Annual International Career & College Counseling (IC3) Conference • 28-29 August 2019 • Mumbai4

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Conference Hotel: Grand Hyatt MumbaiBandra Kurla Complex Vicinity, Off Western Express Highway, Santacruz East, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400055

IC3 Expo Exhibit HoursWednesday, 28 August: 8:30am-7:00pmThursday, 29 August: 8:30am-3:30pm

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CONFERENCE BASICS

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Wednesday, 28 August7:45am–8:30am Meditation Grand Salon 1 & 2

8:45am–9:45amSession 1

How Empowering High Schools Can Bring Recruitment as a Sweet Byproduct Grand Ballroom 1

A Year in the Life (of a High School Counseling Office) Grand Ballroom 3

Admissions Essay Support: An Educational Approach Grand Salon 1 & 2

Complementary Collaboration: Working Together to Recruit as a Consortium Grand Salon 3

The NEW University of California Application Boardroom 2

Exceptionalities and Inclusion: Addressing Academic and Social-Emotional Needs Mahogany

Different Approaches to University: U.S. vs. the Rest of the World Drawing Room

9:45am–10:15am Networking Break

10:15am–11:45am Opening Plenary + Keynote Grand Ballroom

11:45am–1:00pm Networking Break + Lunch Courtyard & Soma

1:00pm–2:00pmSession 2

Who Gets In? Mock Admissions Case Studies to the U.S., U.K. and Europe Grand Ballroom 1

Changing Teenager Media Habits and How University Communications Should Evolve Grand Ballroom 3

Medical School: A Look at the Reality of Placements Around the Globe Grand Salon 1 & 2

Giving Colleges and Universities the Right Information: From Crafting a School Profile to Helping Students Write Effective College Essays Grand Salon 3

Athletics as a Path to College Boardroom 1

Data, Reports and Gaining Admin Support Boardroom 2

Equity and Trust in The College Admission Process: NACAC’s Code of Ethics Mahogany

Canada and Its Diverse Post-Secondary Options Drawing Room

2:00pm–2:30pm Networking Break


Reconciling Red States, White Noise & Varsity Blues: What International Counselors Need to Know About American Higher Education Now Grand Ballroom 1

Understanding the Diverse Indian High School Curriculum: Crash Course for University Admissions Teams Grand Ballroom 3

IC3 Institute: Introduction & Admissions Grand Salon 1 & 2

From Zero to Hero: Building a College Counseling Curriculum From Scratch Grand Salon 3

Australia and New Zealand: Changing Career Landscape, Study-Work Opportunities and Initiatives Towards Employability Boardroom 1

Let's Talk Arts: Fine Arts, Music, Dance, Theater, Film and More! Boardroom 2

Management and Humanities: The New Mainstream in Undergraduate Studies Mahogany

Holistic Admissions: A Paradigm Shift Drawing Room


4:00pm–5:30pm High School Exhibits Grand Ballroom

SCHEDULE AT-A-GLANCE

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Thursday, 29 August7:30am–8:15am Meditation Grand Salon 1 & 2


Working Effectively With Parents: Improving School and Parent Relationships Grand Ballroom 1

Access and Equity: An Examination of Standardized Admission Testing Grand Ballroom 3

Survival Guide for Getting Through Your First Few Years of Counseling Grand Salon 1 & 2

New Horizons: Asia as a Choice University Destination! Grand Salon 3

How to Support Students in Crisis Boardroom 1

Demystifying a Liberal Education and Multidisciplinary Degrees Boardroom 2

The New ACT: Not Only Computer-based Testing, But Technology Enhanced Learning and Navigation Mahogany

Ethical Practices in International Recruitment & Student Engagement Drawing Room



Inculcating Self-Awareness and Introspection in the Counseling Process Grand Ballroom 1

Global Knowledge and Talent Flows: An Imbalanced Equation? Grand Ballroom 3

Re-imagining High-Stakes Testing That Is Affordable, Accessible, and Equitable Grand Salon 1 & 2

Navigating Historic Indian Universities - Region: North and East Grand Salon 3

Tools to Succeed: How to Run a College Guidance Program in Schools as a One Person Show Boardroom 1

Beyond University Visits: Fly-ins, Group Travel, and Other Opportunities for Counselor-University Connection Boardroom 2

The Impact of Gap Years on Academic and Professional Development Mahogany

Data, Technology, AI and the Future of Enrollment Management Drawing Room


11:30am–1:00pm University Exhibits Grand Ballroom

1:00pm–2:00pm Networking Break + Lunch Courtyard & Soma


Don’t Fear the Modern Marketplace, Develop Skills to Shape It Grand Ballroom 1

IC3 Regional Forums Grand Ballroom 3

Global Universities Ranking and Impact on the Stakeholders Grand Salon 1 & 2

Budgeting for a Counseling Office in School Grand Salon 3

Your Rope to Europe: An Introduction to Opportunistic, Alternative Destinations Boardroom 1

How to Conduct Effective School Visits: What Do Counselors and Students Want to Know? Boardroom 2

Incredible Higher Education Innovation in India! Mahogany

Transformative Education: Future-Proofing Careers Skills for Generation 2040 Drawing Room


3:30pm–5:00pm Closing Plenary + IC3 Awards Grand Ballroom

5:30pm–6:30pm UnivAssist Counselor Tour Alumni Reunion (by invitation only) Drawing Room

Volunteering with IC3 Mahogany

5:30pm–7:00pm Networking Reception

IC3 Scholars Reception (by invitation only) Grand Salon 1, 2 & 3

6:00pm–6:30pm Sponsoring IC3 Boardroom 1

7:00pm Gala Dinner + Graduation Ceremony of the IC3 Institute cohort 2018-2019 Grand Ballroom

AUDIENCE New Counselors Experienced Counselors Principals Universities


• Inauguration and lamp-lighting

• Host School Student Performance

• Welcome Address by Co-Host, Ashoka University

• Address by Opening Plenary Sponsor, Huron at Western University

• Address by 2019 Annual IC3 Conference Chair, Ganesh Kohli

• Keynote Address by Dr. Divya Chhabra

• IIE + IC3 Joint Report Unveiling

OPENING PLENARY+ KEYNOTE

Dr. Divya ChhabraDr. Divya Chhabra, a well-known practitioner of homeopathy (alternative medicine), is equally passionate about teaching. Over the last 25 years, she has taught at seminars organized by practitioners in the U.S., Canada, Russia, Germany, Australia, Spain and Israel, among others. Born to parents with educationist and engineering backgrounds, Dr. Divya was introduced to homeopathy at the age of seven months, when a single dose of a homeopathic remedy prevented a likely surgery. After graduating as a gold medalist from the homeopathic medical college, she obtained her M.D. and has since cured thousands of patients and researched 10 new homeopathic remedies. Her unique method of practice involves the exploration

of the “unconscious” brain process as a controller of disease, as well as of unhealthy behavior patterns. She explains using neuroscience how understanding “automatic brain processes,” and irrational versus rational behavior patterns, has applications in the fields of education, human relations, political conflict and parenting. A tea addict, a classical dancer, an avid reader and a tennis aficionado, Dr. Divya will shed light on how decoding these workings of the automatic brain may help us understand our students and support them in making better career choices.

KEYNOTE SPEAKER

28 AUGUST • 10:15AM–11:45AM • GRAND BALLROOM

Opening Plenary Sponsored By:Co-Host:

IC3 INSTITUTEThe vision of the IC3 Institute is to enable access to career and college counseling for high school students around the world. The IC3 Institute empowers high schools by providing guidance and training resources, to help them establish, run, and maintain robust career and college counseling departments.

VISION

Designed for full-time high school counselors and teachers, the year-long certificate program is structured in four one-week modules, delivered in-person once a quarter at partner host universities around India. The four weeks of residential training are supplemented with self-study, online materials, team assignments, video conference sessions, and a "Capstone Project" to establish a fully functional, well-resourced counseling setup for the participants’ high schools.

Certificate programThe curriculum equips the counselor to address the three distinct areas of What to Study, Where to Study and How To Go About It, and delivers planned lectures from faculty, interactive class discussions, case studies, project work, and networking to build a global network with educators from around the world.

CurriculumSeptember 2019 to August 2020

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Learn more

At our session

28 August

2:30pm–3:30pm


Meditation7:45am–8:30am • Grand Salon 1 & 2 Give yourself a break from the constant stream of thoughts and experience the blissful feeling of a quiet and empty mind. It's only when you do that, you are able to really see within and connect with your divine self. In the session, Dr. Preeti Kohli will take the participants on a guided meditation.

• Dr. Preeti Kohli (Director, The Aha Movement, India)

SESSION 1How Empowering High Schools Can Bring Recruitment as a Sweet Byproduct 8:45am–9:45am • Grand Ballroom 1 2 Most universities engage with high schools in the form of visits to meet with interested students and high school counselors. Of late some schools have been getting 300+ visit requests a year from different universities that are virtually impossible to accommodate. How can universities differentiate themselves in this increasingly saturated market? Can they engage with schools to create stronger relationships and top-of-mind recall for prospective students? The panel will share examples of progressive universities strategically empowering schools through meaningful engagement in the areas of curriculum, administration, research, financial aid and lastly the counseling office. These engagements create sustainable relationships between the high school and the university, and in many cases lead to the sweet byproduct of student recruitment.

• Mr. Ganesh Kohli (Founding President, IC3 Movement and Chair, 2019 Annual IC3 Conference)

• Dr. Shalini Advani (Founding Director, Pathways School,

Noida)• Mr. Ankur Vohra (Head - Outreach & International

Admissions, O.P. Jindal Global University)

A Year in the Life (of a High School Counseling Office)8:45am–9:45am • Grand Ballroom 3 1

This session will focus on a detailed timeline of events and services that a counseling office provides for a high school community in the course of an academic year. We’ll look at a variety of workshops and presentations that comprehensive counselors offer to key groups as well as documents and timelines for setting up a college counseling program. Strategies, systems of support, as well as specific presentations for junior conferences, senior applications, teachers, parents, transitions from middle to high school, and various post-secondary systems will be examined and discussed.

• Ms. Julie Lindsay (High School Counselor, American School of Bombay)

• Ms. Annie Prasanna (High School Counselor, American School of Bombay)

Admissions Essay Support: An Educational Approach8:45am–9:45am • Grand Salon 1 & 2 2

This session will explore the importance of college admissions essays in the admissions process. A panel will discuss strategies to help counselors improve how they teach, coach, and provide feedback on students’ essays – with an educational approach. The session will give attendees a unique opportunity to learn the strategies that a team of expert Writing Coaches used to review more than 13,000 college admissions essays in 2018.

• Ms. Reina Hardy (Essay Manager, Prompt)• Ms. Emily Pacheco (Assistant Director of Undergraduate

Admissions, Loyola University Chicago)• Mr. Sandeep Sharma (Director, Student Recruitment and

AUDIENCE New Counselors

SESSIONS:28 AUGUST

Experienced Counselors Principals Universities

CONTENT LEVEL Introductory Intermediate Advanced1 2 3


Partnerships, University of Essex)• Mr. Aamir Masood (Head Career Guidance Centre, Shiv

Nadar School)

Complementary Collaboration: Working Together to Recruit as a Consortium8:45am–9:45am • Grand Salon 3 2

Globally mobile students have more options for higher education than ever before. Universities must change the way in which they recruit. Collaborating as a consortium is one way to effectively promote your destination to prospective students, while maximizing your resources. In the U.S., Study State consortia are on the rise; in other countries and regions, universities are working collectively to get their message out. The thinking is “we are stronger together”. This session will hear from representatives from Study Texas, Study California and Scottish Universities International Group (SUIG) about the opportunities collaborative recruitment brings, as well as the challenges inherent to working alongside competitors to achieve a common goal.

• Mrs. Jessica Guiver (Director, International Undergraduate Admissions, The University of Texas at San Antonio)

• Mr. Ivar Moller (Deputy Director of Admissions, University of St. Andrews)

• Mrs. Roxana Tunc (Assistant Director, International Admissions and Recruitment, California Polytechnic State University)

The NEW University of California Application8:45am–9:45am • Boardroom 2 2

The University of California has a complex self-reported application that can be used to apply to nine unique and dynamic campuses. The new UC application opens August 2019 for students. Let us help you explore the nuances of the application and the rationale behind the re-design. This training will help a high school counselor or director create a workshop to facilitate a UC workshop of their own for students and parents. We will share how the application Personal Insight Questions should not be considered essays, but interviews with students on paper. We’ll talk about common mistakes students make on the UC application and what might be missing from an international applicant.

• Ms. Cuca Acosta (Associate Director, University of California Santa Barbara)

• Mr. David Joiner (Assistant Director, Global Admissions, University of California Santa Cruz)

• Mr. David Ayers (International Admissions Advisor, San Diego State University)

Exceptionalities and Inclusion: Addressing Academic and Social-Emotional Needs8:45am–9:45am • Mahogany 2

This session will focus on identifying the academic and social-emotional needs of students with disabilities and students who are highly able or gifted and talented. For these students, services and pathways through graduation need to be individualized and personalized. We will discuss the roles and responsibilities of counselors, special education and gifted faculty, school leaders, and students as self-advocates.

• Ms. Anita Churchville (High Ability Program Coordinator, American School of Bombay)

• Dr. Lindsey Anderson (Secondary Individualized Learning Services Coordinator, American School of Bombay)

• Dr. Bindiya Hassaram (Founder and Head Coach, Learning Differently)

NACAC, an organization of college counseling and university admission professionals, is the trusted source in the field.

NACAC’s free resources will help you in your daily work:

• NACAC’s Code of Ethics and Professional Practices

• State of College Admission Report

• Step by Step: College Awareness and Planning

• NACAC Exchange listserv

NACAC also offers online educational resources:

• Webinars

• E-learning Courses

• Knowledge Center

Learn more at nacacnet.org.

BOOST YOUR SKILL SETWITH RESOURCES FROM NACAC


SESSIONS:28 AUGUST

Different Approaches to University: U.S. vs. the Rest of the World8:45am–9:45am • Drawing Room 1

Many counselors are challenged with the fact that half of their students choose to study liberal arts, while the other half want a more focused, career-training experience. The presenters will explain the pros and cons of different options their students can pursue, and shed more light on liberal arts, co-op, three-year vs. four-year programs, hospitality schools, etc.

• Ms. Tiffany Goulet (Head of College Counselling, Oberoi International School)

• Mr. Steven Kelly (Assistant Registrar, Recruitment and Applicant Relations, University of Calgary)

• Ms. Dolan Mitra (Country Adviser - India, King’s College, London)

SESSION 2Who Gets In? Mock Admissions Case Studies to the U.S., U.K. and Europe1:00pm–2:00pm • Grand Ballroom 1 2

In this session, we will assess the applications of three pretend students and ask admissions officers from universities in the U.S., U.K. and Europe to decide who gets in, and then explore the reasons for their decisions.

• Mr. David Hawkins (Director, The University Guy)• Ms. Sheena Mehta (Director - U.K., Ireland, Channel Islands

and Isle of Mann, IE University)• Mr. James McLaughlin (Associate Director, Undergraduate

Admissions, Drexel University)• Ms. Claire Edge (International Student Recruitment

Manager, University of Cambridge)• Ms. Nilanjana Shihn (Country Advisor, India, Trinity College

Dublin)

Changing Teenager Media Habits and How University Communications Should Evolve1:00pm–2:00pm • Grand Ballroom 3 2

A critical challenge for any higher education institution is to communicate effectively with their prospective students. This has been a complex and evolving challenge as the media habits of 16- to 18-year-olds have changed dramatically. HEIs have to now figure out ways to not only cut through clutter, but be persuasive to get through to a teenager who has a very limited attention span. Should we stick to repetitive email communications in an overloaded inbox, use the “not so cool anymore” Facebook or develop a new Instagram communications strategy? Come hear from a panel of students about the media they use, which messages are more effective and how to stand out in a crowded marketplace. The panel will also share research about changing communication attitudes and behaviors of teenagers worldwide and involve the audience in a discussion.

• Mr. Pranav Pradhan (Director of International Admission, India and Middle East, University of San Francisco)

• Mr. Swaraj Nandan (Director, KIC UnivAssist)• Ms. Ritu Tandon (Head of Career Guidance and University

Counselling, Singapore International School)

Medical School: A Look at the Reality of Placements Around the Globe1:00pm–2:00pm • Grand Salon 1 & 2 1

For bright and motivated students with an interest in helping others, medical school is often at the top of their list of potential careers. Unfortunately, placements in these programs have varying degrees of success. This session will include panelists from around the world discussing the reality of international students entering medical school along with popular alternatives to traditional medical




school. Session participants are encouraged to come with questions and stories to share with the group.

• Ms. Amber Longtin (International Admissions Counselor, Michigan State University)

• Ms. Swati Shrestha (Head of College and Career Counseling, Woodstock School)

• Mr. Matthew Wilks (International Recruitment Officer - Africa, India and Middle East, Imperial College, London)

• Mr. Salil Gupta (Recruitment Manager, St. George’s University, Grenada)

• Mr. Ashwin Duggi (Regional Recruitment Manager - India, York University, Canada)

Giving Colleges and Universities the Right Information: From Crafting a School Profile to Helping Students Write Effective College Essays1:00pm–2:00pm • Grand Salon 3 2

Learn the benefits of how a well-crafted school profile and university admission essay can not only increase student admission rates, but allow future engagements to be more targeted and fruitful.

• Ms. Joanne Bradley (Regional Recruitment Lead South Asia & Americas, University of Dundee)

• Ms. Bridget Herrera (High School/College Counselor, American International School of Dhaka)

• Mr. Rashad Howze (International Recruiter, University of Akron)

• Mrs. Sudarshana Shukla (Career Counsellor, Cathedral and John Connon School)

Athletics as a Path to College1:00pm–2:00pm • Boardroom 1 2

This session will present and explore important topics regarding the recruitment of student athletes in the United States. We will introduce university athletics overview, eligibility requirements, academic and athletic application processes, scholarship opportunities and how student athletes get noticed. The session will provide guidance for counselors who have the opportunity to help "coach" students through the process.

• Mr. Seth Walker (Associate Director, International Admissions Recruitment, Indiana University)

• Ms. Julie Chiu (International Admission Officer, University of Southern California)

• Ms. Catherine Geisen-Kisch (College Counselor, Oberoi International School)

Data, Reports and Gaining Admin Support1:00pm–2:00pm • Boardroom 2 2

This session will dive into how counselors and school administrators can use data, not only in the college search but also to analyze trends, establish future plans and enhance marketing strategies for the betterment of the school as a whole. We will explore how one school uses data for a variety of purposes for students, parents, counselors and admin alike and how to best put it in practice. Discussion will also include hurdles and struggles, what support is needed, what counselors need to do as well as how to enhance their working environment in relation to staffing and behind the scenes support from the school administration.

• Mr. Barry Phipps (Deputy Head of School, Oberoi International School)

• Ms. Tiffany Goulet (Head of College Counselling, Oberoi International School)

• Ms. Nitika Thakur (Head of College Counselling, Dhirubhai Ambani International School)

Equity and Trust in The College Admission Process: NACAC’s Code of Ethics1:00pm–2:00pm • Mahogany 2

In the current high-pressure environment of college admission — where missing your freshman enrollment targets can devastate the institution financially; where a senior class’s university acceptances impact who chooses to enroll at the school; where new recruitment methods are employed; and, where we've seen a rise in teen mental health issues — having a code to guide ethical behavior is critical. The recent bribery scandal in the United States has raised even more cause for concern around equity and trust in admission. Join the session panelists as they discuss NACAC's code of ethics, share tips for how you can use it in your daily work, and explore through case studies different ethical issues we regularly face.

• Dr. Lindsay Addington (Director, Global Engagement, National Association for College Admission Counseling)

• Ms. Ishrat Jahan (Regional Advising Coordinator, South Asia, EducationUSA, U.S. Department of State)

• Dr. John Wilkerson (Assistant Vice President for International Services & Director of International Admissions, Indiana University)


SESSIONS:28 AUGUST

Canada and Its Diverse Post-Secondary Options1:00pm–2:00pm • Drawing Room 2

In Canada, post-secondary education is called university, college, post-secondary non-tertiary. Students can obtain a U.G., undergraduate degree, diploma, or certificate that can range from three months to four years. What can your students expect to experience and learn at these different types of post-secondary institutions and how will these learning experiences shape their future career opportunities? Learn more about the differences and similarities amongst these options, the institutional infrastructures including faculty and research, the admission requirements and processes, co-op and internship programs, degree mobility, visa policies, employability, and obtain resources to help you guide your students and their families.

• Ms. Allison Yokom (Director, Undergraduate Enrolment and Operations, Queen's University)

• Ms. Alisha Koumphol (Recruitment Officer, Student Recruitment, Ryerson University)

• Mr. Anthony Culver (Marketing Manager, Fraser International College)

• Ms. Carolyn O’Keefe (International Student Recruitment Officer, Memorial University of Newfoundland)

SESSION 3Reconciling Red States, White Noise & Varsity Blues: What International Counselors Need to Know About American Higher Education Now2:30pm–3:30pm • Grand Ballroom 1 2

In his widely-read "Demographics and the Demand for Higher Education," Nathan D. Grawe outlines a sobering scenario, in which U.S. higher education "faces a looming

demographic storm." Universities in the U.S. are facing other challenges: an admissions scandal that made global news, a perceived student debt crisis, plus plummeting confidence in American institutions, including higher education. Still, the U.S. continues to lead in attracting aspiring international students. A panel of higher education leaders will cut through these complex layers to help us reconcile the conundrums of American higher education. University leaders will engage in a candid discussion about currents impacting American higher education. The conversations will help you convey these complex concepts effectively to international students, parents and educators.

• Mr. Clay Hensley (Senior Director, International Higher Education Outreach, College Board)

• Dr. Zina Evans (Vice President Enrollment Management & Associate Provost, University of Florida)

• Dr. John Wilkerson (Assistant Vice President for International Services & Director of International Admissions, Indiana University)

• Ms. Michelle Whittingham (Associate Vice Chancellor - Enrollment Management at, University of California, Santa Cruz)

• Dr. Randall Deike (Senior Vice President, Enrollment Management and Student Success, Drexel University)

Understanding the Diverse Indian High School Curriculum: Crash Course for University Admissions Teams2:30pm–3:30pm • Grand Ballroom 3 2

The Indian education system has come a long way since the National Education Policy’s inception in 1968. With more than 1.6 million schools, India is home to one of the largest and most complex education systems in the world. This session will allow the participants to dive deep into understanding the Indian curricula such as CBSE, ICSE, state boards and NIOS. This presentation intends to engage school counselors and university representatives in an exchange of thoughts, perspectives and a shared understanding




of framework and procedures of the aforementioned education boards. The comparative assessment of Indian school curriculum will give foreign institutions a better insight into the diverse nature of education allowing them to assess their candidates in the relevant context.

• Ms. Praseeja Nambiar (Career and Guidance Counsellor, Stonehill International School)

• Ms. Ramya Modukuri (College & Career Counselor, Manthan International School)

• Mr. Sameer Arora (Manager Advancement/Career Counsellor, Legacy School, Bangalore)

IC3 Institute: Introduction & Admissions2:30pm–3:30pm • Grand Salon 1 & 2 1

To impact 176,000 high schools over the next 15 years, the IC3 Institute was envisioned as an initiative that will empower high schools through access to training and learning. The IC3 Institute offers a one-year certificate program in career and college counseling FREE of cost to full-time high school counselors and teachers. This blended program includes face-to-face learning through four one-week residential programs at progressive Indian universities along with online webinars and mentoring. Many university

and industry professionals have joined this initiative as volunteer faculty and are integral to this effort. In its first year (2018), the IC3 Institute has up-skilled 23 counselors and empowered them to provide career guidance to 5,000+ students across 20 cities. The 2019 cohort will extend this opportunity to 500 high school counselors and impact 100,000+ students. Whether you are at a high school or a university, join this session to hear how you can become integral to this movement and to learn about IC3 Institute’s “counseling laboratory pedagogy” that has been impacting schools around the world.


• Dr. Ragini N. Mohanty (Director, IC3 Institute)• Dr. Shalini Advani (Founding Director, Pathways School,

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From Zero to Hero: Building a College Counseling Curriculum From Scratch2:30pm–3:30pm • Grand Salon 3 2

The field of international education is constantly evolving, which requires high school counselors to be continually developing and expanding their knowledge. With dozens of study destinations, thousands of universities, and innumerable programs, assisting students through the application process requires constant research, even for an experienced counselor. While the number of options for students is growing, counseling budgets often do not. This session will provide a framework for counselors to create their own counseling curriculum so that it fits their school. Our panel will share a number of tips and FREE resources to help counselors of all experience levels build their knowledge library, and network.

• Ms. Jamie Kanki (Head of Engagement & Partnerships, Concourse Global)

• Ms. Swati Shrestha (Head of College and Career Counseling, Woodstock School)

• Ms. Susannah McGlammery (High School Counselor, American International School, Chennai)

Australia and New Zealand: Changing Career Landscape, Study-Work Opportunities and Initiatives Towards Employability2:30pm–3:30pm • Boardroom 1 3

Australia and New Zealand have emerged as "new study destinations" of choice. But what makes them the "right study destinations" of choice? Government strategy to create a knowledge economy has resulted in reputed research universities, industry linked degrees and focus on talent development. Both regions sport favorable policies to attract and nurture international talent. This includes post study work rights and employability skills development

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initiatives to maximize employment opportunities for international students. Banking and Finance, Media, Arts, Healthcare including Psychology, Education, Sport, Hospitality and areas of high-end technology have emerged as top employer industries, and also touted as fastest growing sectors of the future. Join this session to hear how being in this region, a part of both Pacific rim and Indian Ocean rim, is a key advantage for future graduates.

• Mrs. Kala Anand (Director, Konnect Konsultants)• Ms. Andrea McLeod-Karim (Country Manager, University of

Victoria in Wellington)• Mr. Arjuna Segarajasekeran (Career Consultant - College of

Business and Economics, Australian National University)• Ms. Lisa Cowan (Director, International - Office of Future

Students, Bond University, Australia)• Mr. Barry Phipps (Deputy Head of School, Oberoi

International School)

Let’s Talk Arts: Fine Arts, Music, Dance, Theater, Film and More!2:30pm–3:30pm • Boardroom 2 2

Applying into arts-related programs can often require the most guidance. This session will focus on arts and arts-related programs along with those programs that incorporate an arts core with some of the more popular business and engineering interests that require an arts background. Topics including career opportunities in the arts, how the application process may differ for arts-related programs, and how students and counselors can understand the different types of institutions (universities, conservatories, academies, etc.) that offer these programs. Presenters will leverage the experiences of current students on campus, alumni and administration. Audience members will be asked to share their experiences, questions and tips for helping students make the right choice for their future success.

• Mr. Andrew Eisenhart (Director, International Recruitment and Relations, Temple University - Center For The Performing and Cinematic Arts)

• Ms. Amber Longtin (International Admissions Counselor,


Michigan State University)• Ms. Sarah Titford (Coordinator of International Recruitment

and Relations, Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA))• Ms. Soumithra Ramdas Nagendran (Guidance Counselor,

Greenwood High International School, India)

Management and Humanities: The New Mainstream in Undergraduate Studies2:30pm–3:30pm • Mahogany 2

An implicit hierarchy has crept into education that places a premium on STEM subjects as compared to management or the humanities. Today, there is a powerful case for the acceptance of humanities and commerce -- in educational institutions, industry, society and most importantly in the minds of students -- such that these disciplines are no less than the sciences. The resurgence of humanities and business has student well-being at its core, part of a growing acceptance of different types of intelligence and diverse competencies. It is gaining impetus as the future of work calls for a multiplicity of skills and the emergence of roles that straddle multiple disciplines. An unspoken caste-ism is now making way for an environment in which students of the humanities or commerce are first citizens in education, along with those in the sciences.

• Ms. Hansa Sachdeva (Director, Office of Admissions & Financial Aid/Head, External Communications, Ahmedabad University)

• Dr. Parag Patel (Associate Dean, Amrut Mody School of Management, Ahmedabad University)

• Prof. Jyoti Chandiramani (Director, Symbiosis School of Economics & Dean, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences - SIU)

• Dr. K. P. Mohanan (Professor (retired), formerly at IISER Pune, and Co-founder, ThinQ)

Holistic Admissions: A Paradigm Shift2:30pm–3:30pm • Drawing Room 2

The word merit earlier equated with academic excellence is evolving as we move towards a world where machines will work with humans and not for them. The admission process is changing and new elements are getting added as deciding factors. The institutions are moving away from the idea of stress dominated admissions, where decisions revolve around test scores and class ranks to holistic processes. Holistic evaluations are more personal, understand multiple aspects of a student’s personality, where each student is considered unique. Premier institutions are moving to admission processes, which ask students to do more by showing evidence of their interest, creativity, determination and service to others, and evaluating students for their ability to generate implementable insights out of what they know and how quickly they can learn a new skill.

• Mrs. Kanchi Khanna (Director of Communications & Outreach, Krea University)

• Ms. Nidhi Goyal (Associate Dean - External Engagement, Anant National University)

• Mrs. Maud Le Bars (International Development Manager India Sri Lanka, Rennes School of Business)

SPECIAL SESSIONVolunteering with IC35:30pm–6:30pm • Mahogany The IC3 Movement is driven by its passionate and dedicated volunteers. In the year leading up the 2019 Annual Conference, more than 100 volunteers from around the world devoted countless hours to IC3 initiatives through a collection of committees, such as Content and Research, Outreach and Social Media, Registration, and Inclusion, Diversity and Scholarship. Volunteers support the movement across all IC3 platforms, including the Institute, Regional Forums, and the Annual Conference. During this session, you will gain valuable insights from several IC3 committee chairs and members, and learn about how you can deepen your impact on the field of counseling through volunteer service.

• Mr. James McLaughlin (Associate Director, Undergraduate Admissions, Drexel University)


• Ms. Amrita Ghulati (Head - Career Counselling Centre, The Shri Ram Schools)

• Ms. Sheena Mehta (Director - U.K., Ireland, Channel Islands and Isle of Mann, IE University)

Sponsoring IC36:00pm–6:30pm • Boardroom 1 As the largest and most significant event for this community of delegates, the IC3 Conference & IC3 Regional Forums presents an outstanding opportunity for institutions and organizations to reach out to this influential group of decision-makers and leaders in the high school community. Sponsoring the IC3 events would allow you to achieve brand awareness amongst policy makers, influencers in the education community, along with fostering growth and collaboration for these communities. This session will provide details around the sponsorship opportunities for the IC3 Conference & IC3 Regional Forums.



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Meditation7:30am–8:15am • Grand Salon 1 & 2 Give yourself a break from the constant stream of thoughts and experience the blissful feeling of a quiet and empty mind. It's only when you do that, you are able to really see within and connect with your divine self. In the session, Dr. Preeti Kohli will take the participants on a guided meditation.

• Dr. Preeti Kohli (Director, The Aha Movement, India)

SESSION 4Working Effectively With Parents: Improving School and Parent Relationships 8:30am–9:30am • Grand Ballroom 1 2

Parents are more active than ever in their children’s education but this has been accompanied by a straining of parents' relationships with schools. The media regularly reports about parent protests and occasionally even taking schools to court. Why are we seeing stretched parent-school relationships and how can the counseling office play an active role in making this relationship harmonious? At the core of working effectively with parents is to understand their fears, their attitudes and behaviors towards specific careers. With this customized information the counselor can effectively address parent concerns and overcome their fears through planning, regular interaction, educating them about diverse opportunities for their child and even working with them so they become contributors and enablers to the counseling process.


• Ms. Sapna Goel (Career Counselor and Behavioural Counseling Consultant, Mayo College, Ajmer)

• Ms. Sumita Dutta (Middle School Coordinator, Creative School, Bangalore)

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Access and Equity: An Examination of Standardized Admission Testing 8:30am–9:30am • Grand Ballroom 3 2 The role that standardized tests play in determining who gains entry into universities continues to be a hotly debated topic. Stakeholder anxieties about the role of these tests are high, and in an international context where holistic admission is a difficult concept to grasp and where test security and exam availability issues raise concerns around access and equity, the anxieties seem even higher. As the test-optional movement grows, it seems appropriate to question and reassess the role of standardized testing in admission. The National Association for College Admission Counseling and its international affiliates have recently undertaken efforts to examine the current testing landscape. Join this session to discuss the various aspects of standardized testing, and what this means for the future.

• Dr. Lindsay Addington (Director, Global Engagement, National Association for College Admission Counseling)


• Ms. Lindsay Skeens (Senior Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admissions, The George Washington University)

• Ms. Eloise Hyman (Senior Admissions Counselor, The University of Chicago)

Survival Guide for Getting Through Your First Few Years of Counseling8:30am–9:30am • Grand Salon 1 & 2 1

Are you a new counselor in your first or second year? Are you that person who's been looked at as someone who has all the answers? Are you bursting with ideas you want to implement but not sure where to start? Unsure about who can help and how to build the right network? How to separate business from education? With the plethora of information available online, new counselors face the challenge of where to begin and what to do when. In this

interactive panel you will hear from not only counselors, both experienced and fresh, but also from an academic head and a university representative who will provide different viewpoints on how schools and universities can partner most effectively to set up new counselors and their students to succeed. This is the definitive who, what, when, where and how of counseling in your early years.

• Ms. Ramya Modukuri (College & Career Counselor, Manthan International School)

• Mr. Dakota Horn (International Admissions Counselor, University of Oklahoma)

• Ms. Meenakshi Mattoo (Guidance Counselor, Sreenidhi International School)

• Ms. Shalini Reddy (Head of Academics, Manthan International School)

New Horizons: Asia as a Choice University Destination!8:30am–9:30am • Grand Salon 3 1

Increasingly, higher education institutions in Asia are appealing to a wider audience, especially those who are contemplating choices in non-traditional destinations. Yet, many discussions may be halted by uncertainties and

"maybes" - questions about learning style, program options, graduate outcomes or even everyday lifestyle might go unanswered. This session is aimed at providing a clearer picture of what the education landscape is like in Asia, using Hong Kong, Japan and Singapore as examples. Participants will hear from three university representatives, and hopefully gain a clearer understanding of how to help students identify and prepare for opportunities in Asia.

• Ms. Jasmine Seah (Director of Admissions, Yale-NUS College, Singapore)

• Ms. Sophia Prabhakar (Admissions Coordinator, Nagoya University, Japan)

• Ms. Namrata Pandey (International Admissions Advisor, University of Hong Kong)

How to Support Students in Crisis8:30am–9:30am • Boardroom 1 2

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about what to do when the unexpected occurs - and how to support students in the process. Come and hear some insights on a few things to keep in mind, when dealing with an unexpected crisis.

• Ms. Selena Malla (EducationUSA Adviser, USEF-Nepal)• Ms. Joan Liu (University Advisor, United World College of

South East Asia)• Dr. Yu-wan Wang (Associate Dean of International

Admissions, Stony Brook University)

Demystifying a Liberal Education and Multidisciplinary Degrees8:30am–9:30am • Boardroom 2 1

Over the years, one hears a great deal about liberal education, liberal arts and multidisciplinary degrees. This session will help demystify a liberal education and multidisciplinary degrees by covering how students can be prepared during high school, presenting visual structures and going over two case studies: a Bioinformatics major and an Economics major.

• Ms. Michelle Whittingham (Associate Vice Chancellor of Enrollment Management, University of California, Santa Cruz)

• Dr. Rajeev Kumar Singh (Assistant Professor, Computer Science & Engineering Department and Dean of Undergraduate Studies, Shiv Nadar University)

• Dr. Zia Isola (Director, UCSC Genomics Institute Office of Diversity Programs, Co-Director, UCSC Bridge to Doctorate Program (NSF-LSAMP), Staff Advisor, UCSC Women in Science & Engineering (WISE), Lecturer, University of California, Santa Cruz)

• Mrs. Rupa Chakravarty (Director, Suncity Schools)

The New ACT: Not Only Computer-based Testing, But Technology Enhanced Learning and Navigation8:30am–9:30am • Mahogany 2

Last September, ACT launched its computer-based ACT test—part of a global strategy to support students, parents, and educators in helping people achieve education and workplace success. As ACT continues its transformation to a learning, measurement, and navigation company, the organization is investing in resources to help students navigate the university admissions process and beyond, including ACT Academy, regional ACT Club websites, and integrated navigation tools. This session will update school counselors and university representatives on the international computer-based testing launch and the


new resources offered by ACT at a global level, provide perspectives from educational partners on the ground, and explore the impact of the strategies ACT has implemented to help students and educators navigate the university admissions journey.

• Mr. Simmy Ziv-el (Vice President, International Markets & Global Business Development, ACT, Inc.)

• Ms. Shikha Vij (Career & College Counsellor, Step by Step School, Noida)

• Ms. Ambika Kaul (Education and Career Counsellor, Delhi Public School, RK Puram)

Ethical Practices in International Recruitment & Student Engagement8:30am–9:30am • Drawing Room 2

The turbulent and competitive nature of international student recruitment has led universities to find new and creative ways to recruit international students. Many of these programs and strategies result in greater access for students, but can come coupled with ethical concerns. This session explores the ethical dilemmas related to recruiter counseling of high school students, university engagement with high schools, managing agent relationships and bridge programs, and the high school counselor expectations for universities engaging with their students. Presenters provide examples from their experience and engage the audience in sharing their own thoughts. The session challenges the audience in determining if current codes of ethics are adequate in addressing the complexities of international student recruitment and advising.

• Ms. Sarah Noppen (Director, International Admissions, Florida International University)

• Ms. Vicki Seefeldt West (Senior Assistant Director for International Recruitment, Ohio University)

• Mr. Pranav Pradhan (Director of International Admission, India and Middle East, University of San Francisco)

• Ms. Ritu Tandon (Head of Career Guidance and University Counselling, Singapore International School)

SESSION 5Inculcating Self-Awareness and Introspection in the Counseling Process10:00am–11:00am • Grand Ballroom 1 2

Are today’s youth only using reason and logic to make their career and college choices? How can we help the youth choose more holistically? How can we as adults support our youth to find their life purpose? An education system needs to nurture the mind-body-spirit connection to help the youth stay centered while making decisions. Discover the role of intuition and mindfulness to help students make

choices. Explore how educators have introduced it in their schools. Learn how we can successfully integrate building self-awareness, self-empowerment and introspection into school curriculum to assist students with wise choices for their future. Experience it yourself through a practical exercise.

• Ms. Reshma Madhusudan (Principal, Curriculum Coordinator, Creative School)

• Dr. Pascal Chazot (Head of School, Mahatma Gandhi International School)

• Mrs. Anju Musafir Chazot (Director, Mahatma Gandhi International School)

• Ms. Sangeetha Shanker Rao (Counselor, High School Coordinator, Creative School)

Global Knowledge and Talent Flows: An Imbalanced Equation?10:00am–11:00am • Grand Ballroom 3 2

The global movement of postsecondary students is a remarkably unidirectional phenomenon: students from the developing world, or Global South, take their knowledge and talents to the developed world, or the Global North. This is particularly true for countries such as India and China. Do the global flows of students advantage wealthier nations over developing ones? Are these inequities reflected at the student-level where an international experience remains an elite opportunity for a select few? How do we then ensure that the mobility of students and talent is based on principles of access, equity and inclusiveness? The presentation will address these fundamental questions by drawing upon evidence from multiple data sources, while also proposing solutions for programmatic and national-level initiatives.

• Dr. Rajika Bhandari (Senior Advisor, Research and Strategy, Institute of International Education (IIE))

• Dr. Barry Craig (President, Huron at Western University)• Mr. Simmy Ziv-el (Vice President, International Markets &

Global Business Development, ACT, Inc.)

Re-imagining High-Stakes Testing That Is Affordable, Accessible, and Equitable10:00am–11:00am • Grand Salon 1 & 2 2

In June 2017, NACAC issued a call for testing providers to offer more innovative, accessible, and secure admissions testing options for students. More than two years later international students in particular face obstacles related to testing. This session will feature admissions officers and counselors reflecting on the current state of high-stakes testing and whether there’s movement towards alignment with NACAC’s call to action. How can we shift the status quo forward so that we can alleviate some of the continued challenges endemic in traditional testing? Can the emergence of new technologies alleviate some of the continued challenges? The panelists will solicit a discussion


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from attendees on what the future of testing looks like, and invite participants to re-imagine a world where testing can be more affordable, accessible, and equitable.

• Ms. Jennifer Dewar (Head of Strategic Engagement, Duolingo English Test)

• Ms. Shilpa Gupta (Vice Principal & Head of College Counseling, Neerja Modi School)

• Mr. Seth Walker (Associate Director, International Admissions Recruitment, Indiana University)

• Ms. Joan Liu (University Advisor, United World College of South East Asia)

Navigating Historic Indian Universities - Region: North and East10:00am–11:00am • Grand Salon 3 2

This session will talk about the higher education opportunities at Indian universities in the North and Eastern Region. The purpose of the session is to help counselors understand the Indian universities, the courses they offer and the opportunities students get in India to study at leading institutions like University of Calcutta, Jadavpur University, Presidency University, St. Xavier's College, Delhi University, Banaras Hindu University, etc.

• Mrs. Asma Ansari (Dean CIE and Placements, Daly College Indore)

• Mrs. Basabi Ray Mukherjee (Academic Counsellor & Senior Mathematics Teacher, La Martiniere for Girls, Kolkata)

• Mr. Prikshit Dhanda (Chief Strategy Officer, Mindler)

Tools to Succeed: How to Run a College Guidance Program in Schools as a One Person Show10:00am–11:00am • Boardroom 1 1

Dealing with Gen Z is a tumultuous task given the multitude of activities in which counselors are involved each day. While schools are growing in number, the counselor to student ratio is far from ideal in many schools across

the globe. From printing transcripts to meeting students and families, counselors manage material, money and manpower to the best of their abilities. This session aims to decode some simple tips to manage their roles and responsibilities. The focus remains on allowing efficient work methods to maximize on the opportunities that counselors provide to the students. This session will give an insight into how a counselor can deliver better counseling outcomes with limited administrative support.

• Ms. Praseeja Nambiar (Career and Guidance Counsellor, Stonehill International School)

• Ms. Devyani Bhatnagar (Career Counsellor, Sanskar School, Jaipur)

• Ms. Umamaheswari Balaji (Faculty - AS Level Economics/Career Counsellor, CS Academy, Coimbatore)

Beyond University Visits: Fly-ins, Group Travel, and Other Opportunities for Counselor-University Connection10:00am–11:00am • Boardroom 2 2

Whether your school welcomes a handful or hundreds of universities on campus every year, hosting rep visits is only one of the ways in which you can build your knowledge to better support students. In this panel, we’ll explore additional opportunities for counselor and university engagement with a focus on counselor fly-ins, open houses, and small group travel. Hear from university representatives on the "do"s and "don’t"s of designing such programs. Learn from university counselors who have attended and experienced such programs on their decision-making process and takeaways. Both school counselors and university reps are welcome! This session is appropriate for anyone looking to build and strengthen working relationships with those on the other side of the desk.

• Ms. Sanchita Kanthadai (Customer Success Manager, BridgeU)

• Mr. James McLaughlin (Associate Director, Undergraduate

Admissions, Drexel University)• Mrs. Pragati Pandey (University Counselor, Aga Khan

Academy, Hyderabad)• Mr. Carl Tang (Manager, International Affairs Office, The

Hong Kong Polytechnic University)• Mr. Tim Getter (College Counselor, Mahindra International

School, formerly named Mercedes-Benz International School)

The Impact of Gap Years on Academic and Professional Development10:00am–11:00am • Mahogany 1

Students who complete their secondary education increasingly consider gap years between their secondary school and university study. How does taking a gap year affect a student’s application process? How do universities’ policies differ in regard to applicants who are considering gap years? What resources are available to students to maximize their experience during their gap year? How can students leverage their gap year to pursue personal and professional development outside of the university classroom? What would be the most effective counseling resources for students who seek this option? What are effective communication strategies when working with parents of children who are interested in gap year options? Join our panel to discuss these questions and better understand the opportunities and challenges regarding gap years.

• Dr. Daniel Marschner (Director of International Admission, Loyola Marymount University)

• Mr. Branden Grimmett (Associate Provost for Career and Professional Development, Loyola Marymount University)

• Ms. Sapna Goel (Career Counselor and Behavioural Counseling Consultant, Mayo College, Ajmer)

Data, Technology, AI and the Future of Enrollment Management10:00am–11:00am • Drawing Room 2

Rapid changes in technology have impacted the enrollment management process digitizing many facets from virtual college tours, online applications, CRMs tracking student engagement, digital advertising, etc. With newer capabilities in blockchain, machine learning and AI, we can expect emerging technologies to continue to positively impact enrollment management activities over the next five to 10 years. This session will provide insights into how disruptive technologies will change the way we work with students around the world, discuss potential impact within universities, external interactions with students/parents/counselors and ethical dilemmas along the way. The panel will share industry case studies, discuss implications to the

field of higher education and encourage audience to share their perspectives through live polling and Q&A.

• Mr. Swaraj Nandan (Director, KIC UnivAssist)• Ms. Sarah Noppen (Director, International Admissions,

Florida International University)• Mr. Christopher Coupland (Director, International

Undergraduate Enrolment, Queen's University)• Mr. Kapil Gaba (Vice President, Marketing, Bennett

University)

SESSION 6Don’t Fear the Modern Marketplace, Develop Skills to Shape It2:00pm–3:00pm • Grand Ballroom 1 1

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• Dr. Barry Craig (President, Huron at Western University)• Mr. Ali Imran (Vice President - External Engagement,

Ashoka University) • Dr. Randall Deike (Senior Vice President, Enrollment

Management and Student Success, Drexel University)

IC3 Regional Forums2:00pm–3:00pm • Grand Ballroom 3 1

Digitization has brought the world together and in turn has also driven awareness of higher education and career options far and wide. With a mission of driving access, the IC3 Movement created a local school-hosted, one-day professional development event as a key building block to empower schools to build and maintain robust and well-resourced career and college counseling offices. In 2019, 28 high schools in 11 countries hosted 2,000+ educators to create a grassroots movement enabling access for hundreds of schools that have limited resources for travel and training of their principals, teachers, and counselors. The session will highlight what to expect at the 2020 IC3 Regional Forums from Dubai to Dhaka and from Chandigarh to Coimbatore, how to get involved and how to maximize impact through these one day events across the region.


Global Universities Ranking and Impact on the Stakeholders2:00pm–3:00pm • Grand Salon 1 & 2 3

With the globalization of higher education and student mobility, university rankings are generating a great deal of excitement and interest among students, parents, schools, and the government. The global university ranking systems use different methodologies and statistical tools to measure the performance of universities using a wide range of

indicators, which can be confusing for students and parents. What do we know about these rankings? How do we high school counselors and university admission counselors educate and convince parents and students to find the best-fit university for the student without heavily relying on the university ranking alone?

• Ms. Hemalathaa K.Y. (Assistant College Advisor, Pathways School, Gurgaon)

• Mrs. Geeta Jayanth (Principal, Legacy School, Bangalore)• Mr. Raghvendra Singh (Program Manager for Strategic

Global Initiatives (South Asia), Northern Arizona University)• Ms. Nilanjana Shihn (Country Advisor, India, Trinity College

Dublin)

Budgeting for a Counseling Office in School2:00pm–3:00pm • Grand Salon 3 1

The session will focus on conceptualisation, delivery, and budgeting for career counseling services in a school set-up. The emphasis is more on "budgeting" which in turn depends on many factors, like size of the school, expectations out of the program, etc., the explanation of which will be helpful for new/other schools to get an idea of the execution and cost of such a service/program in school.

• Ms. Manika Sharma (Director, The Shri Ram Schools)• Mrs. Meera Isaacs (Principal, The Cathedral & John Connon

School)• Ms. Shalini Reddy (Head of Academics, Manthan

International School)

Your Rope to Europe: An Introduction to Opportunistic, Alternative Destinations2:00pm–3:00pm • Boardroom 1 1

Students looking for high-quality and prestigious degrees taught in English sometimes overlook non-English speaking countries. Europe has some amazing opportunities on


offer and this session will give an overview of the options available, the strengths and weaknesses of different options, potential benefits and pitfalls, highlighting that the two extremes can exist within the same country. With class size, teaching format, onward pathways, diversity and price being key factors for so many, the panel will share options that you might not know enough about yet, and provide you with some new and refreshing choices for students who are looking for something different, and the support, contacts and confidence you need to keep finding out more. Join us to find out more!

• Ms. Sheena Mehta (Director - U.K., Ireland, Channel Islands and Isle of Mann, IE University)

• Ms. Ikerne Azpilicueta (Admissions and Recruitment Director, Ecole Hôtelière de Lausanne, Switzerland)

• Ms. Sharon Min (Recruitment Counselor and Admissions Officer, Jacobs University, Germany)

• Mr. David Hawkins (Director, The University Guy)• Ms. Shikha Vij (Career & College Counsellor, Step by Step

School, Noida)

How to Conduct Effective School Visits: What Do Counselors and Students Want to Know?2:00pm–3:00pm • Boardroom 2 2

Each school nowadays is inundated with university visit requests through the year. However, most university representatives tend to have a typical presentation style which is often similar to the information available on the website. As each region and school is different from another, specific inputs and information is what the school community wants to know: international student experience, common mistakes/patterns of applicants from a region, courses most applied to, data of current students from the region at the university, more statistical information that will aid in decision making. The purpose of the university visit should be attending to customized information needs rather than providing just a basic overview, for the counselors and students that can have a direct bearing on advising students/counseling services in school.

• Ms. Amrita Ghulati (Head - Career Counselling Centre, The Shri Ram Schools)

• Ms. Tanushree Bhattacharya (International Student Initiative, The University of British Columbia)

• Ms. Namrata Pandey (International Admissions Advisor, University of Hong Kong)

• Ms. Nomita Mehra (Career Counsellor, The Shri Ram School, Moulsari)

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American higher education does not have a monopoly on innovative, interdisciplinary curricular approaches. Bellwether universities in the world’s largest democracy are now re-framing the liberal arts model for their own global context. What can counselors and educators in India and elsewhere learn from these exciting adaptations? How can cross-border collaboration among universities advance excellence, equity and access? Within this interactive session, a panel of higher education leaders will discuss inclusion, internationalization, interdisciplinarity and the impact of higher education on shaping a better tomorrow.

• Mr. Clay Hensley (Senior Director, International Higher Education Outreach, College Board)

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Mr. Aamir Masood Head Career Guidance Centre, Shiv Nadar SchoolAamir Masood has over seven years of experience in education. He began his career as a counselor in the study

abroad domain. In 2014, he joined the Shiv Nadar School as part of the central core team. He has been part of policy making process implementation. In 2015, he set up the department of career guidance at the school. In 2012, he worked for The Princeton Review as a test prep advisor and college guidance counselor. Currently, Aamir heads the career guidance center for the Shiv Nadar Schools.

Mr. Ali Imran Vice President - External Engagement, Ashoka UniversityAli Imran is Vice President (External Engagement) at Ashoka University, looking after communications and PR,

placements, admissions and outreach, and international tie-ups. Ali has 25 years of experience in strategy, marketing, branding and advertising. He has been Head of Marketing at Samsung Mobiles, Bacardi India and UTV Television, Branch Head of Leo Burnett Advertising, and Associate Vice President at Lowe Lintas. Ali is an M.B.A. from INSEAD France and FMS Delhi and a B.E. (Electronics and Communications) from Netaji Subhash Institute of Technology, Delhi.

Ms. Alisha Koumphol Recruitment Officer, Student Recruitment, Ryerson UniversityWith over seven years of professional experience working in higher education, she continuously contributes to the

development of the university’s international strategy which focuses on student mobility and recruitment of international students. During her career, she has had extensive traveling experience developing international outreach initiatives. Her global experience includes knowledge in: Canada; the United States of America; the United Kingdom; Northern

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Europe; the Middle East and North Africa and highlighted experience in South Asia. Alisha is passionate about education and dedicated to helping students succeed in finding the best fit for their future educational and career goals.

Ms. Allison YokomDirector, Undergraduate Enrolment and Operations, Queen's UniversityAs the incoming Director, Undergraduate Enrolment and Operations, Allison

brings over 15 years of experience in working in post-secondary education for three different Canadian post-secondary institutions. A graduate of Lakehead University, she started her career in student affairs and has since gained a wealth of experience in areas including student transition programming, transfer and mobility, international curricula and admission standards, recruitment, equity, inclusivity and diversity, as well as strategic enrollment management. Continuously promoting the advantages of studying in Canada, her experience in multiple institutions provides a broad perspective of the Canadian post-secondary education system and she is committed to supporting students in finding their best fit.

Ms. Amber Longtin International Admissions Counselor, Michigan State UniversityAmber is a part of the Michigan State University’s International Admissions

team. Her past higher education experiences include the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and The Ohio State University. Amber holds a Bachelor’s degree in English from Eastern Illinois University and a Master’s in Higher Education Administration with a certificate in International Higher Education from Kent State University.


Ms. Ambika Kaul Education and Career Counsellor, Delhi Public School, RK PuramAmbika is a two-time entrepreneur and growth strategy tactician with over 17 years experience advising large global

financial firms (GE Capital, American Express and AXA) in strategic, commercial and operational issues. In 2012, Ambika co-founded a Hong Kong-based kids fashion brand based (rated a top 50 global emerging brand) which was subsequently sold to a Swiss investor. She also established and sold a digital marketing company in 2013. She continues managing a luxury personalized stationery brand, The Secret Ink, which she co-founded in 2011. She is currently engaged with DPS RK Puram as their Education and Career Counsellor. Ambika read Economics at Delhi University and has an M.B.A. in Marketing and Finance from XLRI, Jamshedpur.

Ms. Amrita Ghulati Head - Career Counselling Centre, The Shri Ram SchoolsWith a Master’s in Psychology, understanding and reaching out to students is my passion. I thoroughly

enjoy exploring opportunities and making choices along with the students for their future course of study. Having the background of being a teacher and the experience of setting up a counseling center at the school, it is the close interaction and collaboration with all the stakeholders involved that I find truly engaging and demanding too. As Head, CCC, I put down policies and systems that impact all the stakeholders involved in this crucial stage of planning and preparation for high school students.

Ms. Andrea McLeod-Karim Country Manager, University of Victoria in WellingtonAndrea joined Victoria University

Wellington as their Country Manager for India in August 2018, and is based in Mumbai. She previously worked as a Manager at Immigration New Zealand. Her responsibilities include student recruitment and counseling, university marketing and promotion and the building of strategic partnerships. She has lived in India for the past 10 years and has a strong focus on ensuring that students choose the right courses to ensure the best outcomes for their futures.

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Mr. Andrew Eisenhart Director, International Recruitment and Relations, Temple University - Center For The Performing and Cinematic ArtsExperienced Director of International

Relations with a demonstrated history of working in the higher education industry. Skilled in student recruiting, academic advising, curriculum development, partnership development, student exchange and public speaking. Knowledge of a variety of international education systems with a Master's degree focused in Educational Leadership from Temple University.

Ms. Anita Churchville High Ability Program Coordinator, American School of BombayAnita Churchville currently coordinates the K-12 High Ability Program at the American School of Bombay. She

previously created and coordinated the Gifted and Talented Education program at the American School of Doha and at Academia Cotopaxi in Ecuador. In addition, she worked as a program specialist, supporting 16 different schools in the Los Angeles Unified School District in California, U.S. She holds a Master's degree in special and gifted education and professional certification as an educational diagnostician. She has presented numerous conference sessions, notably at the IB Regional Conference (The Hague), the Istanbul NESA regional conference and the NESA regional conference in Bangkok, among others.

Mrs. Anju Musafir Chazot Director, Mahatma Gandhi International SchoolAnju and Pascal Chazot founded the

Mahatma Gandhi International School (Ahmedabad) in 1998 in collaboration with the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation. Currently, both are involved in developing a curriculum for the expansion of human consciousness in school education by integrating the new discoveries in natural and human sciences, as the way. Anju has over 25 years of experience in teaching, conducting parenting workshops and as a columnist, script writer and presenter. Her focus is joy of learning, integrating new technologies and innovative experiential learning and teacher training. She is doing her Doctoral research in education at King’s College, London.

Mr. Ankur Vohra Head - Outreach & International Admissions, O.P. Jindal Global UniversityAnkur Vohra heads Outreach & International Admissions at O.P. Jindal

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workshops across 300+ schools in over 35 countries. Ankur was instrumental in setting up the international outreach vertical at Ashoka University, and opening doors of higher education for numerous high achieving but low income students from Africa and South Asia. He is a key member of the IC3 Outreach & Social Media Committee and was also the Chair for Scholarships, and Co-Chair for Faculty & Curriculum Design for 2018 International ACAC South Asia Regional.

Ms. Annie Prasanna High School Counselor, American School of BombayAnnie Prasanna is high school counselor at the American School of Bombay. She has a wealth of experience to share

about running a highly effective high school counseling program.

Mr. Anthony Culver Marketing Manager, Fraser International CollegeAnthony Culver, Marketing Manager at Fraser International College relies upon his personal and professional

experiences to support students from South Asia, the Middle East, and Turkey in their pursuit of higher education. Having studied in Makerere University, Uganda while completing a Bachelor's in Political Science from Simon Fraser University, he is familiar with the rewards and difficulties of studying abroad. Anthony has held multiple positions coordinating youth leadership programs, consulting for NGOs, and advising new students in British Columbia, Canada. Anthony is passionate about enabling others to shine by providing them the platform, the information, and the encouragement to achieve their goals.

Mr. Arjuna Segarajasekeran Career Consultant - College of Business and Economics,Australian National University

Arjuna is a career consultant at the College of Business and Economics, Australian National University. He has over six years of experience in graduate and experience recruitment in both the government and private sectors, and has worked as a team lead for recruitment at PwC Australia. Arjuna is an ex-international student and understands the challenges of employment for international students. He is passionate about helping domestic and international students to be work ready. Arjuna is responsible for the university's employer engagement in India. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from University of Canberra.

Mrs. Asma Ansari Dean CIE and Placements, Daly College IndoreAsma Ansari, Dean CIE and Placements, recipient of "Life Time Achievement Award" 2018 for Career Counseling and

Guidance by Institute of Career Studies, has an experience of over 25 years in the educational field, both national and International (CAIE) curriculum. She has placed students in universities across countries. As School Counsellor, she has visited many countries to see various universities and colleges so that she can guide her students better. She guides students about subject choices, organizes activities like seminars and fairs. She has a long experience of teaching Economics to senior students, and planned and implemented the setting up of the Cambridge Centre when the CAIE section was established. She is a Certified Global Career Counselor, with a Green Belt Certificate from UCLA Extension.

Mr. Ashwin Duggi Regional Recruitment Manager - India, York University, CanadaAshwin Duggi joined York University in 2018 and is responsible for student recruitment activities in the Indian

subcontinent. He has over five years of experience in student recruitment in India and has worked with University of Exeter in the past. He holds a Master’s degree in Business Economics from University of Portsmouth, U.K. and a Diploma in Hospitality from William Angliss Institute, Melbourne. The experience of having studied, lived and worked in four different countries helps Ashwin in assisting numerous students understand the best fit for them.

Dr. Barry Craig President, Huron at Western UniversityDr. Barry Craig is the 17th President of Huron University. Established in 1863, Huron is the founding institution of

Western University, located in Ontario, Canada. He holds a B.A. from the University of Kings College, an M.A. from Dalhousie University, and a Ph.D. from the University of Wales. He has extensive experience in curriculum, program, and policy development and has published several books. He was co-chair of the Congress for the Humanities and Social Sciences in 2011 and has received numerous awards for both his teaching and his research. He has served on numerous government commissions and task forces and is the recipient of the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal. Dr. Craig’s new vision for Huron, Leadership with Heart, sets an exciting course for future growth and distinguishes Huron University from other Canadian universities.


Mr. Barry Phipps Deputy Head of School, Oberoi International SchoolWith a range of role descriptions behind him, most recently as the Head of College Counselling at the Dhirubhai

Ambani International School, Barry is now the Deputy Head of School at the OGC campus of the Oberoi International School.

Mrs. Basabi Ray Mukherjee Academic Counsellor & Senior Mathematics Teacher, La Martiniere for Girls, Kolkata

A National Scholar with more than 25 years of experience in reputed schools of Kolkata, Mrs. Basabi Ray Mukherjee helps students reach their educational and career goals, as well as supports students in the application process for post-secondary education. Her role is to conduct orientation sessions to assist students with career and college planning, provide accurate and consistent information and clarify policies and procedures for admissions, as well as organize frequent interactive sessions for college and career readiness. She has introduced the Peer Mentoring Program to establish a connection between new students and experienced students through Skype sessions.

Dr. Bindiya Hassaram Founder and Head Coach, Learning DifferentlyBindiya holds a Ph.D. in Multicultural Special Education from the University of Texas at Austin. She has worked as

a learning specialist with students identified with learning differences and those at-risk in international schools in Indonesia, India, the U.K. and the U.S. Bindiya also works extensively with adults, providing workshops on various topics including differentiated instruction, inclusion, and culturally responsive instruction. She provides coaching and supervision for student teachers. She is a strong advocate for inclusive schools and works with teachers to

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create classroom environments where all students can be successful. Bindiya currently works with I Am A Teacher, Mumbai and The Gateway School of Mumbai.

Mr. Branden Grimmett Associate Provost for Career and Professional Development, Loyola Marymount UniversityBranden joined Loyola Marymount University as associate provost in

June 2015, where he leads the University’s Career and Professional Development initiative. In this role he oversees the office responsible for successfully launching 8,000 undergraduate and graduate students into their professional careers. A frequent conference presenter and speaker, Branden specializes in student return on investment, the rebranding of career services and measuring and reporting post-graduate outcomes. His work in the field of career services has been featured in The New York Times, USA Today, The Wall Street Journal, American Public Media's Marketplace, EAB, The Lawlor Review, The Hechinger Report, the Career Leadership Collective and the book Will College Pay Off? by Peter Cappelli of the Wharton School of Business.

Ms. Bridget Herrera High School/College Counselor, American International School of DhakaBridget Herrera is the College/High School Counselor at the American

International School of Dhaka, Bangladesh. Prior to this, she worked for over 25 years as a college counselor in Latin America. Bridget's volunteer experience includes President of International ACAC (2010), Chair of NACAC's Inclusion and Access Committee (2007-2009), TOEFL Board Member (2014-2016), member of the Common Application's Advisory Outreach Group (2010-2013), and Counselor Liaison for the CIS Latin America Committee (2000-2009). She currently serves on the International ACAC Governance and Nominating Committee and is working to create a vibrant college counseling network in Dhaka.


Mr. Carl Tang Manager, International Affairs Office, The Hong Kong Polytechnic UniversityCarl Tang has 10 years of concrete experience in the higher education

sector. As a father of two and having worked in three universities in various roles including student recruitment and admissions, admission system development, and university grants administration, he is now overseeing international student recruitment for PolyU in over 10 countries including India. Carl earned his M.Eng. in Aeronautical Engineering from Imperial College London.

Ms. Carolyn O’Keefe International Student Recruitment Officer, Memorial University of NewfoundlandCarolyn has over 11 years of experience in the higher education industry and

has travelled extensively throughout Africa, Asia, and the Middle East recruiting students to Memorial University. She began her international education career in Australia where she worked for the Canadian High Commission, promoting Canada as a study destination. Carolyn is a member of the CIS Committee on Europe, Middle East and Africa and has helped create and lead student recruitment tours in these respective regions. She has presented at several international conferences including International ACAC and CIS Forum highlighting the benefits of studying in Canada.

Ms. Catherine Geisen-KischCollege Counselor, Oberoi International SchoolCatherine Geisen-Kisch serves as a

Career and College Counselor with Oberoi International School (OIS) in Mumbai, India. OIS graduates pursue worldwide post-secondary education, necessitating familiarity with a broad range of undergraduate programs to help students find the right match. Catherine specializes in the design/delivery of guidance programming and strengths-based counseling support. Before joining OIS, Catherine served as a social emotional counselor in China and Saudi Arabia. She has lived/worked in Colombia and visited 20 countries during a two-year backpacking trip with her husband John. Originally from the U.S., Catherine holds an M.A. in School Counseling and Urban Planning/Community Economic Development. She is fluent in Spanish, French and conversant in Arabic.

Mr. Christopher Coupland Director, International Undergraduate Enrolment, Queen's University

Currently the Director, International Undergraduate Enrolment at Queen’s University, Kingston, Canada he has over 15 years of experience working in post-secondary education. Upon graduating from McMaster University, Christopher began his career working in university administration, and since then he has developed a diverse range of experience covering financial aid, donor relations, student transition programing, admission, and recruitment activities. In all of these activities he is committed to promoting the value of Canadian post-secondary studies and supporting students to help them realize their personal educational goals.

Ms. Claire Edge International Student Recruitment Manager, University of CambridgeClaire Edge is the International Student Recruitment Manager at the University of Cambridge. Claire studied Zoology

at Newcastle University, then went onto work in student recruitment at Newcastle University, before moving to her current role at the University of Cambridge.


Mr. Clay Hensley Senior Director, International Higher Education Outreach, College BoardIn his role at the College Board, Clay Hensley supports the international

engagement of higher ed institutions globally. Clay presents frequently on issues impacting international education and student mobility. Clay was awarded the annual Distinguished Service Award by the International Association for College Admissions Counseling (International ACAC, formerly OACAC) in 2013. Prior to joining the College Board, he taught English literature and studio art at Serramonte del Rey High School in Daly City, California. He also taught at the university level. He holds a B.A. in English from Vanderbilt University and an M.F.A. in painting from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.

Ms. Cuca Acosta Associate Director, University of California Santa BarbaraBorn and raised in California, Cuca has a B.A. from UC Santa Barbara in Philosophy and an M.A. in Leadership and Liberal

Studies from Duquesne University. For the last 14 years she has worked in the Office of Admissions at UC Santa Barbara. Her role include coordinating outreach and yield activities, which generated over 110,000 applications for fall 2019. For the last seven years she has traveled the world meeting and working with counselors, students and parents who want to study in the U.S. In her free time, she loves traveling and considers her passport the best accessory in her closet. As the first and only person in her family to have a college degree, her goals are to create guidance and encouragement to students.

Dr. Daniel Marschner Director of International Admission, Loyola Marymount UniversityDaniel Marschner has worked at LMU since 2016 and received his Ph.D. from

the University of Cincinnati with a focus on the cultural acclimation process for international students to the U.S.

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As a student, he participated in classes in Australia, Italy, and Nicaragua, and lived in Chile for two and a half years where he worked as a Jesuit Volunteer after completing a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology at Xavier University. He also holds a Master’s Degree in International Political Economy and Development from Fordham University. He enjoys meeting with students from around the world who want to learn more about LMU.

Mr. Dakota Horn International Admissions Counselor, University of OklahomaDakota Horn currently serves as an International Admissions Counselor at the University of Oklahoma, from which

he holds a Master of Arts in Global Affairs/International Security and a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations. Prior to working for the OU Office of Admissions and Recruitment, Dakota completed his Bachelor’s degree and worked in İzmir, Turkey teaching English and interning at a local television station. He spends his free time by playing and seeing live music, enjoying the outdoors, and staying active.

Mr. David Ayers International Admissions Advisor, San Diego State UniversityDavid Ayers is an International Admissions Advisor at San Diego State University where he oversees

the recruitment and admission process of international undergraduate students from India, the Middle East and North America. David received his Bachelor’s degree from the University of California Irvine, and Master’s degree from the University of St. Andrews, Scotland. David is an active member of the International Education Committee and the International Student Mentor Program at San Diego State University, the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admission Officers (AACRAO) and the Association of International Educators (NAFSA).


Mr. David Hawkins Director, The University GuyDavid is an experienced college and university guidance counselor with expertise in a wide range of international university admissions

systems. A graduate of the University of Oxford and a former GCSE, iGCSE, A Level and IB History teacher, David has served as a college counselor in the U.K. and internationally supporting students in university applications to the United States, U.K., Canada, Asia and Europe. David provides independent counseling services to students and families around the world applying to global university destinations.

Mr. David Joiner Assistant Director, Global Admissions, University of California Santa CruzDavid Joiner joined University of California, Santa Cruz after serving as

Director of International Affairs at Hong Kong Polytechnic University. Other roles include: Associate Director of Research for UnivAssist (where he was co-chair of the first IC3 Conference) and Director of Global Engagement for Office of the Vice Provost at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Ms. Devyani Bhatnagar Career Counsellor, Sanskar School, JaipurDevyani Bhatnagar currently works a student counselor at Sanskar School, Jaipur. She guides and helps students,

both in the IB program as well as CBSE, in selecting and applying to appropriate universities in the U.S., U.K., Australia and India. Before working as a student counselor at Sanskar, she independently took care of Globaledy, a student counseling organization, based out of Jaipur for almost seven years. Devyani is constantly attending trainings and seminars to upgrade her knowledge and skills in guiding students. She also organized workshops on creative writing, film critiquing, sports, etc. to broaden the prospective of students. Devyani studied at the Sophia College, Mumbai and did her post graduation (M.B.A.) at the SIMB, Pune. Devyani is a dedicated fitness enthusiast, she participates in many marathons across India.

Ms. Dolan Mitra Country Adviser - India, King's College, LondonDolan joined King’s College London in 2015 as the Country Adviser for India and is based in Mumbai. She is responsible

for all student recruitment related marketing activities in


India. She has been in the British higher education sector for more than 19 years. Over the years she has been associated with Universities of Sussex, Sheffield, Southampton Kingston, SOAS, Leicester and others. Before joining King’s she has had experience as an education consultant, a director in an educational consultancy, and even earlier she had been part of the team which ran an engineering foundation program in India leading to engineering degrees at Sussex. Dolan loves acting, theatre, drama, dance and travel.

Ms. Eloise Hyman Senior Admissions Counselor, The University of ChicagoEloise graduated from the University of Chicago with a Bachelor’s degree in Jewish Studies in 2017. She joined

the Office of College Admissions in 2017 as an Admissions Counselor where she has managed both domestic and international recruitment and evaluation of applicants, including New England, the Pacific Northwest, and India. In addition to these responsibilities she manages volunteer outreach from current students to prospective students.

Ms. Emily Pacheco Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admissions, Loyola University ChicagoEmily Pacheco is an Assistant Director of Admissions at Loyola University Chicago.

Previously she served in a similar role at UC Berkeley. Emily is a passionate international educator and program manager. She's helped build diverse cohorts of students for a variety of educational programs and is passionate about helping the right students find the right educational opportunities.

Mr. Ganesh Kohli Founding President, IC3 Movement and Chair, 2019 Annual IC3 ConferenceGanesh Kohli is a teacher and counselor who has founded, nurtured and led

multiple education-focused organizations over the past 20 years. An engineer by education, Ganesh started his career teaching Mathematics and helping families find the

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best fit education globally for students. He has visited 450+ universities, presented at 300+ high schools, helped 4,000+ students with college decisions and presented at numerous global conferences. In 2015 Ganesh envisioned the IC3 Movement to impact 176,000 high schools over the next 15 years and has helped build a platform providing much-needed focus on career and college counseling within high schools.

Mrs. Geeta Jayanth Principal, Legacy School, BangaloreMrs. Geeta Jayanth has over 20 years of administrative, college counselling and teaching experience in a repertoire

of various curricula: IGCSE, A Levels, IBDP and national curriculum. As a team member for CIS/NEASC School Accreditation she has been on team visits to schools in India and overseas for school accreditation. She has also been invited to be on the Advisory Board of few universities in India and overseas to liaise with schools to better understand the universities. She has been invited to premier universities in the U.S., U.K., Canada, Japan, Hong Kong, U.A.E., Australia and Europe. As an IC3 Planning Committee member, she contributes each year as a speaker, chair of sub-committees and organizer of regional conferences.

Ms. Hansa Sachdeva Director, Office of Admissions & Financial Aid/Head, External Communications, Ahmedabad UniversityMs. Hansa Sachdeva is a business leader

focused on change and innovation in education. In the past, Ms. Sachdeva has driven top-line revenue, consumer experience and communication strategy in the internet media and consulting education domains. Most notably she has worked as an entrepreneur and with HT Media’s Bridge School of Management and ABC Consultants, a leading recruitment firm. Earlier in her career, she was at the Times of India Group and Good Relations India, a public relations consultancy. Ms. Hansa holds a B.A. (Economics) Honors degree from St. Stephen's College of Delhi University and a M.B.A. from Faculty of Management Studies of Delhi University.


Ms. Hemalathaa K. Y. Assistant College Advisor, Pathways School, GurgaonMs. Hemalathaa K.Y. is presently working as Assistant College Advisor at Pathways School Gurgaon. Prior to this role she

has worked in the capacity of Career Counsellor at Oakridge International School, Bengaluru. Her philosophy as a College Advisor encompasses developing relationships with students, advocating students' success, and collaborating with facilitators and parents. She also believes in providing students with practical and personalized counseling to support and challenge them to achieve their educational, career and personal goals. She has been part of IC3 Committees since 2017, has contributed as a speaker, has served as Chair for the IC3 Scholarship Committee and presently serves as an active member of IC3 Outreach and Social Media Committee.

Ms. Ikerne Azpilicueta Admissions and Recruitment Director, Ecole Hôtelière de Lausanne, SwitzerlandMs. Ikerne has been the Admissions and Recruitment Director at the Ecole

Hôtelière de Lausanne, Switzerland for the last four and a half years. Before this she was an Admissions Officer at the same institution and was in charge of several regions which included South America, South East Asia and India. She has been extensively traveling to these regions for approximately seven years, exploring the fascinating world of admissions, recruitment and inter-cultural communication. After her Bachelor's degree in Business and several years of work experience, she went on to obtain a Master's degree in Inter-cultural Communication at the University of Lugano (Switzerland). On a more personal note, becoming a mother to a little boy in August 2017 has made her even more passionate about exploring the world.

Ms. Ishrat Jahan Regional Advising Coordinator, South Asia, EducationUSA, U.S. Department of StateIshrat Jahan is based in New Delhi, India, providing professional leadership,

training, and expertise in educational advising issues to the EducationUSA network of advising centers and U.S. Embassies in South Asia. Ms. Jahan also provides data and analysis of international student mobility trends and helps U.S. higher education institutions develop recruitment strategies. She oversees 13 centers and 45 advisers in six countries (Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal and

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Mr. Ivar Moller Deputy Director of Admissions, University of St. AndrewsIvar has spent 10 years at the University of St. Andrews and brings with him extensive knowledge and expertise

in formulating strategy and policy around recruitment, marketing and admissions. He helps lead a cutting edge

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team who are active across the U.K., E.U. and the rest of the world. Ivar spent three years teaching English in Japan on the JET Programme before joining St. Andrews and prior to that worked in London for the American Institute for Foreign Study (AIFS) for two years.

Mr. James McLaughlin Associate Director, Undergraduate Admissions, Drexel UniversityJim McLaughlin is the associate director of freshman admissions at Drexel University. Following undergraduate

study, Jim accepted a position at Chestnut Hill College, where he later earned his M.S. in administration of human services with a focus on international student enrollment. There he served as director of international student services and SEVIS principal designated school official. Since joining Drexel University in 2012, Jim has furthered his commitment to international education and has represented Drexel in more than 20 countries. Jim has nearly 14 years of experience in higher education and currently serves as Chair of the University Committee for the Annual IC3 Conference.

Ms. Jamie Kanki Head of Engagement & Partnerships, Concourse GlobalJamie Kanki currently serves as Head of Engagement at Concourse Global Enrollment, where she works with

high school counselors and university representatives around the world to find the right educational programs for the next generation of graduating high school students. Prior to Concourse, she led the Graduate Marketing and Recruitment team at New York University's Tandon School of Engineering. She has worked with International Students (from high school to graduate school) for more than nine years. Prior to NYU, she was Associate Director of International Admissions for the University of Bridgeport, and Senior Enrollment and Recruitment Manager for the University of Missouri-Kansas City. She currently serves on the International ACAC Inclusion, Access and Success Committee.


Ms. Jasmine Seah Director of Admissions, Yale-NUS College, SingaporeJasmine leads the review and recruitment processes for Yale-NUS College, a diverse and dynamic

residential Liberal Arts and Sciences College in Singapore, established in collaboration between Yale University and National University of Singapore. Jasmine has a background in teaching, counseling and non-profit management. Each year, she looks forward to meeting and working with the diverse students of the Yale-NUS community.

Ms. Jennifer Dewar Head of Strategic Engagement, Duolingo English TestJennifer Dewar, Head of Strategic Engagement for the Duolingo English Test, started her admissions career in

2001. Prior to joining Duolingo, Jennifer was Senior Associate Director of Undergraduate Admissions at Washington University in St. Louis. She has also worked in the admissions offices at Duke University and Connecticut College. Jennifer has recruited extensively in Asia, Europe and India and has chaired the Admissions Practices Committee on the International ACAC Executive Board. Jennifer currently serves on International ACAC’s Admissions Practices and Governance & Nominating Committees. She has a Bachelor’s degree from Dickinson College and Master’s degree from Duke University.

Mrs. Jessica Guiver Director, International Undergraduate Admissions, The University of Texas at San AntonioJessica has worked in the field of international education for 18 years at

both the secondary school and university levels. She has worked at institutions in the U.K., U.S., Austria, Switzerland and China. Jessica is currently Chair-Elect of the Study Texas consortium.

Ms. Joan Liu University Advisor, United World College of South East AsiaJoan Liu is a University Advisor at the United World College of South East Asia in Singapore. She was International

ACAC's first chair of Inclusion, Access, and Success, and during her term, launched the Scholar Program, which serves high impact counselors who work with high achieving, low income, international students. In 2018, Joan mobilized a pro-bono team of counselors to support the 61 Nepali students who had lost their scholarships from a U.S.

university. This team managed to re-seat 60 students in new universities in the U.S., Canada, Middle East and East Asia, with $12+ million in financial aid and scholarships.

Ms. Joanne Bradley Regional Recruitment Lead South Asia & Americas, University of DundeeHaving worked within the recruitment and admissions departments for two

leading Scottish universities (University of St. Andrews and University of Dundee) for the last five years, Joanne has in-depth knowledge on the application process for students from both the Americas and South Asia.

Dr. John Wilkerson Assistant Vice President for International Services & Director of International Admissions, Indiana UniversityJohn Wilkerson is Assistant Vice

President for International Services and Director of International Admissions at Indiana University. He previously held the position of Director of International Admissions at the University of Missouri, and served as Director of Admissions for Columbia College in Columbia, Missouri. Wilkerson completed undergraduate studies in Psychology and Sociology at Columbia College, earned a Master's of Education in Psychological Counseling from Stephens College, and holds a Doctorate in global education policy from the University of Southern California. He has previously held leadership positions with NAFSA, and currently serves in leadership with the Council of International Schools and as Vice President for Admission and Enrollment Practices with the International Association for College Admission Counseling.

Ms. Julie Chiu International Admission Officer, University of Southern CaliforniaJulie Chiu is an International Admission Officer at the University of Southern California where she is responsible for

the South Asia region. Before joining USC, Julie worked in admissions at international schools in Beijing, China for four years. Her background in higher education includes athletics and alumni relations. She has a B.A. in sociology from the University of California, Los Angeles and a M.B.A. from Arizona State University.


Ms. Julie Lindsay High School Counselor, American School of BombayJulie Lindsay has been working in international schools in countries like Japan, China, Syria and the Philippines

for more than 20 years. She is a Canadian certified counselor that enjoys the rich experiences involved in working as a college and social/emotional counselor in high school settings. Collaboration and sharing in PLCs have been essential parts of her success in a variety of roles and contexts. She has two fabulous children that grew up overseas and graduated from international schools. Mumbai is her newest and much anticipated adventure.

Prof. Jyoti Chandiramani Director, Symbiosis School of Economics & Dean, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences - SIUProf. Jyoti Chandiramani has more than

34 years of experience in teaching, institution building, administration and research. She is presently the Director at Symbiosis School of Economics and the Dean, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences at the Symbiosis International (Deemed University). Prof. Chandiramani teaches courses such as Urban Economic Development, Urban Mobility and Urban Infrastructure and Policy. Her research interest lies in the area of urban development, international economic cooperation and issues related with India’s development agenda in the backdrop of sustainable development goals. Besides writing a number of research papers and a couple of text books on international trade, she has jointly edited a book with Mr. Ramanath Jha on "Perspectives in Urban Development: Issues in Infrastructure, Planning and Governance."

Dr. K. P. Mohanan Professor (retired), formerly at IISER Pune, and Co-founder, ThinQMohanan received his Ph.D. in 1982 from MIT, U.S., and is internationally well-known for his contributions to

theoretical linguistics. He has taught at the University of

Texas at Austin, MIT, Stanford University, and the National University of Singapore. He joined IISER-Pune in January 2011 and retired in 2017. Along with Tara Mohanan, he was the architect of an inquiry-oriented undergraduate program in Linguistics at NUS, and is currently engaged in developing systems and learning materials to help learners develop the capacity for critical thinking and inquiry, drawing on his work as a scientist, philosopher and educationist, as well as his understanding of the epistemology of academic knowledge and inquiry.

Mrs. Kala Anand Director, Konnect KonsultantsKala Anand is a marketing strategy professional with over 18 years of senior experience within international education industry. She has worked

across a range of public and private organizations focusing on education marketing and brand building, including stints at the governments of Singapore and at Australia. She was instrumental in recognizing the potential and challenges for Australia as an undergraduate destination for Indian high school students, and drafted the first undergraduate profiling plan with positive results. In her current role, Kala works closely with a wide range of higher ed institutions and government bodies, delivering broader country strategy and campaign support services, within South Asia and South East Asia. She holds an M.B.A. from SPJIMR India and Professional Diploma in Digital Marketing from DMI Ireland.

Mrs. Kanchi Khanna Director of Communications & Outreach, Krea UniversityMrs. Kanchi Khanna is a communications and marketing professional. She completed her Bachelor of Fine Arts

comprehensive five-year degree from Panjab University followed later with an M.B.A. in Marketing and Sustainability from TERI University Delhi. She was awarded university gold medals both at her undergraduate and postgraduate level. She started her career as a communications designer, working in the field of advertising and marketing for six years before moving to the education industry. She worked as an Art and Design teacher for over a decade and later took on education management. When she was the Director

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of Outreach at Ashoka University, she promoted liberal education in India and the SAARC nations.

Mr. Kapil Gaba Vice President, Marketing, Bennett UniversityKapil Gaba leads the Student Marketing and Outreach initiatives at Bennett University, India. His charter is to identify

and recruit the most talented students for the university offering interdisciplinary programs in Law, Management, Journalism & Mass Communication and Engineering. The university is founded by India’s largest media conglomerate aspiring to build the world’s “Best Communication School” while offering best in class education for various other disciplines. Kapil has spent 15 years working in the education sector in marketing, policy development, process management and strategy consulting. His experience spans one of India’s leading universities as part of its founding team, India’s leading IT training organization in product management, customer acquisition and go-to-market strategy functions. Kapil holds a post-graduate diploma in Management from Symbiosis Centre for Management and Human Resource Development, Pune.

Dr. Lindsay Addington Director, Global Engagement, National Association for College Admission CounselingLindsay Addington is Director of Global Engagement at NACAC. She guides the

association on strategies, practices, policies, and resource development to meet the needs of college counseling and admission professionals worldwide who advise, recruit, and enroll students in an increasingly global landscape. Prior to NACAC, Lindsay worked at the American Council on Education’s Center for Internationalization and Global Engagement and at the George Washington University's Office of Undergraduate Admissions. She received her Bachelor’s degree in communication from University of Delaware, and Master’s and doctoral degrees in higher education administration from the George Washington University.

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Ms. Lindsay Skeens Senior Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admissions, The George Washington UniversityLindsay Skeens is a Senior Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admissions at

The George Washington University in Washington, D.C. She has a Bachelor's of Science in Media Studies from Radford University and a Master's of Education in Higher Education Administration from the University of Virginia. Prior to GW, Lindsay worked at Radford University in the Offices of Admissions and New Student Programs and as an academic advisor at both Piedmont Virginia and Northern Virginia Community Colleges. At GW, she serves on the International

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Dr. Lindsey Anderson Secondary Individualized Learning Services Coordinator, American School of BombayWith nearly 15 years of working as an educator everywhere from a local

rural elementary school in Honduras to urban schools in Washington, D.C. to ASB, Lindsey has learned what it takes to reach ALL kinds of students – and it’s not necessarily gadgets, games, or the latest pedagogical fad. Instead, it’s about how well you know your students and are able to use

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design strategies to create flexible, authentic, and rigorous learning experiences that can meet the needs of all learners from the start. In addition to her roles as a teacher and administrator, Lindsey has extensive experience providing professional development to educators as both a consultant and lecturer. Lindsey holds an M.A. in Transition Special Education and an Ed.D. in Applied Neuroscience and Special Education, both from The George Washington University.

Ms. Lisa Cowan Director, International - Office of Future Students, Bond University, AustraliaLisa Cowan is the Director - International at Bond University, Australia’s first

private, non-profit university. In this role she leads the international strategy for Bond’s student recruitment and marketing, global partnerships and student mobility. Prior to her role at Bond, Lisa held several leadership roles at James Cook University, providing direction across domestic and international schools engagement and student recruitment, international student support, compliance, study abroad and exchange and international admissions. Lisa is a member of the Australian Universities International Directors Forum (AUIDF), NAFSA: Association of International Educators, EAIE: European Association for International Education and the Global Leadership League for women in international education.

Ms. Lisa JainCommittee Chair, Outreach and Social Media Committee, IC3 Conference, IndiaPreviously, Lisa Jain held the role of Market Manager – India at the College

Board. In her role, she worked closely with 200+ secondary schools across the country, to support understanding and implementation of the College Board's programs such as SAT, PSAT and Advanced Placement. She has interacted with and presented to thousands of students and parents, helping them better understand the journey of transition from secondary school to college preparedness. Lisa Jain graduated with a First Class Honors in BSc. Industrial Economics from the University of Warwick, United Kingdom, and also holds an M.B.A. from the Indian School of Business, Hyderabad.

Ms. Manika Sharma Director, The Shri Ram SchoolsMs. Manika Sharma Director, The Shri Ram Schools, has been associated with the organization for over 30 years. A dedicated educator, with an unwavering

belief in meaningful education that nurtures lifelong learners, Manika has a passion for inclusion and diversity. Post her graduation, she went on to complete her Master’s

in Education. She currently is trained in both national and international curriculum and has been training and empowering others in this space over the last few decades. Ms. Sharma joined The Shri Ram School in 1989 and was one of the first employees of the school. She has been involved in the school and growth from the very beginning. She has shaped the values and philosophy of the school and played a key role in formulating its vision and policies. Under her leadership, TSRS has been the #1 school in the country and boasts of great academic and extracurricular results. Ms. Sharma is also an experienced pedagogical trainer and has conducted innumerable workshops within India and overseas in various prestigious schools. She has been instrumental, along with the parent company Shri Educare Ltd. in providing technical know-how and expertise for upcoming schools and new projects.

Mr. Matthew Wilks International Recruitment Officer - Africa, India and Middle East, Imperial College, LondonMatthew Wilks is the International Student Recruitment Officer at Imperial

College London with responsibility for students from Africa, India and the Middle East. He loves working in dynamic and fast-changing geographic regions, using extensive experience gained from across the U.K. university sector to support prospective students in striving for the best possible education. Matthew holds a Master’s degree in International Security & Terrorism from the University of Nottingham, U.K.

Mrs. Maud Le Bars International Development Manager India Sri Lanka, Rennes School of BusinessMaud Le Bars is the Rennes School of Business International Development

Manager for India and Sri Lanka. Alumni of the school, she has 15 years of experience in HR and Manufacturing in Europe, New Zealand and South Asia, and she is the Chairman Of Higher Education committee of Indo French Chamber of Commerce.

Ms. Meenakshi Mattoo Guidance Counselor, Sreenidhi International SchoolMeenakshi was born in the valley of Kashmir, popularly known as "heaven on the earth." She hails from a family

where education isn't an option but is the only way to fulfill your aspirations and to chase your dreams. She pursued her passion serving as a flight attendant soon after completing her undergraduate degree. She's a Hotel Management graduate from IHM, Hyderabad PUSA University. She has flown all across the globe over the years and has a had the pleasure of working with 80 nationalities while flying


with air carriers like Jet Airways, Gulf Air and Lufthansa German Airlines before making a conscious switch to career counseling. Currently she enjoys being a high school guidance counselor since 2017 at Sreenidhi international school and is thoroughly committed to this profession.

Mrs. Meera Isaacs Principal, The Cathedral & John Connon SchoolOut of 41 years at the Cathedral & John Connon School, Mrs. Isaacs has spent 22 years as Head of School. As first lady

Principal of this 159-year-old institution, she is an educationist with the child as the focus of all educational activities so that an assured and confident individual emerges, who is able to evolve skills and strategies to deal with the dynamic environment. A recipient of the “Women Achievers Award” (2007) and the National Award from the President of India (2004/5); two of several awards for excellence in teaching and leadership. Under her leadership, the school started the IBDP (2015) and AP (2001) along with the existing ISC Program.

Ms. Michelle Whittingham Associate Vice Chancellor of Enrollment Management University of California Santa Cruz

Michelle (B.A.: international affairs, minor in Spanish and M.S.: communications, emphasis in educational leadership, Eastern Washington University) has been in Enrollment Management for 25 years. She has served as Associate Vice Chancellor of Enrollment Management at UC Santa Cruz for 12 years working with administration and faculty to engage students, families, educators and communities in the college search process, providing information, resources, programs and services to help in the decision making and transition process. Her goal is to ensure students attend a campus that will support their success and help them realize their full potential, while at the same time helping to shape the enrollments of future alumni that the campus desires. She believes very strongly in the value of a liberal arts degree.

Ms. Namrata Pandey International Admissions Advisor, University of Hong KongShe was the first professional career counselor employed by The Doon School, Dehradun. She pioneered

the setting up of the Careers, Information, Education and Guidance Department of The Doon School. Namrata also worked with an education overseas company. She has traveled extensively to universities in India and abroad. With a post-graduate diploma in Guidance and Counselling from NCERT, a Master's in Psychology from Delhi University, she also has a graduate certificate in Career Development Practice from CEAV, Australia.

Ms. Nidhi Goyal Associate Dean - External Engagement, Anant National UniversityMs. Nidhi Goyal is the Associate Dean - External Engagement at Anant National

University (AnantU) where she heads admissions, marketing, career services and collaborations for the university. She joined AnantU in 2017, inspired by the vision to establish India’s first D-university and excited by the challenge of setting up an institution of global repute. Previously, Nidhi was the Director and India product head for the premium charge cards at American Express, where she worked for nearly 12 years in a variety of roles, across multiple markets. In 2011, Economic Times recognized her corporate achievements with the ET Young Leader award. Nidhi holds a degree in mechanical engineering from the Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology, Allahabad and a M.B.A. from IIM Calcutta.

Ms. Nilanjana Shihn Country Advisor, India, Trinity College DublinNilanjana Shihn is the Country Adviser for Trinity College Dublin, the University of Dublin and is based in New Delhi.

Nilanjana is armed with over a decade of experience in the international higher education sector. She spent nine years with London Metropolitan University, Liaison Office

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India where she joined as an Office Manager and worked her way up to the position of Regional Director - India & Nepal. Thereafter, she worked with Chopra Consultants as DGM - Strategic Alliances & Partnerships. She holds a professional diploma in Marketing from the Chartered Institute of Marketing, U.K. and a Bachelor's degree from Delhi University.

Ms. Nitika Thakur Head of College Counselling, Dhirubhai Ambani International SchoolNitika has been in high school guidance counselling for over 24 years, out of

which the past 14 have been at DAIS in Mumbai and last year she took responsibility for heading the department. Nitika has assisted thousands of students with the applications process and quest scholarship possibilities for their studies globally. Recognizing the student’s academic needs and family’s requirements is the premise with which she has worked. Nitika attends university visits and counselor conferences and seminars across continents to keep abreast of the latest in the field of education and her aim is to continually improve the database of universities she works with so that she can find the correct match for each student in her periphery.

Ms. Nomita Mehra Career Counsellor, The Shri Ram School, MoulsariNomita Mehra is a Career Counsellor at The Shri Ram School (TSRS), Moulsari campus, Gurugram. Nomita has been

an educator across various platforms and age groups, ranging from early childhood to university students. She is a certified Career Counsellor assisting students and parents of Grades 9-12 in discovering options in courses, subjects and colleges since 2015. Prior to this she taught Mathematics to students of Grades 4 and 5 at TSRS. She has also worked with an NGO to teach Mathematics in a government school. In addition, Nomita has a Master’s degree in Business Administration.

Dr. Parag Patel Associate Dean, Amrut Mody School of Management, Ahmedabad UniversityDr. Parag Patel has rich experience of over two decades in higher education.

Currently, he is the Associate Dean, Amrut Mody School of Management, Ahmedabad University. Parag has an M.Phil. in Accountancy, Ph.D. in Equity Investment Decisions from Gujarat University, a Faculty Development Programme from the University of Cambridge, has served as the Chairman of FICCI’s Education Committee and has advised a 100 crore education initiative of the financial giant HDFC. Pioneering

educational reformation and transformation with a holistic vision, Parag wields significant influence in the constantly evolving education sector. The World Education Congress of 2016 listed him as one of the "100 Most Influential Directors of India in Education."

Dr. Pascal Chazot Head of School, Mahatma Gandhi International SchoolPascal has a Ph.D. in Psychology of Education from Paris 13 and is a Sanskrit scholar from Sorbonne University. He

has been an elected Member of Parliament for French Overseas and is currently Elected Consular Councillor for French in South Asia. He has 30 years experience in education and was Member of the Education Committee of Board of Governors of the International Baccalaureate Organisation (IBO) and is a member of the American Psychology Association (APA).


Mrs. Pragati Pandey University Counselor, Aga Khan Academy, HyderabadPragati Pandey, recipient of the 2018 IC3 Counselor of the Year award, has been with the Aga Khan Academy, Hyderabad

for more than six years, with Aga Khan Schools for more than 15 years, and has been in counselling and admissions since 1997. She has worked with the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT), the Institute of Psychological and Educational Measurement, three different schools in India and one school in Tanzania. She has presented at various prestigious conferences, namely the IB Asia Pacific, CIS EARCOS and the IC3. She has also been a guest faculty at the IC3 Institute. Pragati’s professional philosophy is to help students not only to find the best fit university, but also find passion in whatever profession they follow in life.

Mr. Pranav Pradhan Director of International Admission, India and Middle East, University of San FranciscoPranav is the Director of International Admission for India and Middle East at

University of San Francisco. Over the past nine years, Pranav has worked in the field of international higher education with EducationUSA, Foothill and De-Anza Colleges in California, and KIC UnivAssist. He has played various roles focusing on student advising, international student recruitment and admissions.

Ms. Praseeja Nambiar Career and Guidance Counsellor, Stonehill International SchoolPraseeja Nambiar currently serves as the Career and Guidance Counselor at Stonehill International School, Bangalore.

For the past three years, she has counseled students for higher education in India and abroad. Self motivated and dynamic, she brings with her a teaching experience of over five years and has taught across various Indian and international curricula. Her journey from a networks and control engineer in reputed automotive firms to education

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has been transformational for her in the past decade. Her strength lies in establishing strong relationships with universities in India and abroad along with depth of understanding pertaining to college counseling softwares. With her qualification in Engineering and Management, she has been able to develop, structure and streamline career counseling department activities in her school.

Dr. Preeti Kohli Co-founder, The Aha MovementDr. Preeti Kohli has been a consulting homoeopathic physician for over 18 years. She currently serves as one of the founding members, director and

a transformational coach at The Aha Movement. She was introduced to meditation and mindfulness at the age of 15. Her keen interest to understand the body–mind–soul connect and help people grow holistically led her towards learning and practicing other root cause therapies like past life regression, inner child healing, re-birthing breath work and family constellation. She also volunteers to teach meditation for children at schools through the Soul Science Foundation.

Mr. Prikshit Dhanda Chief Strategy Officer, MindlerProfessionally trained from Harvard University, Prikshit is one of the leading Life Coach, Motivational Speaker and Career Coaches in the country. With

over 20 years of experience, he has mentored and trained more than two million students across domains and regions. Understanding students' aspirations along with their aptitude and motivating them to achieve excellence has kept him busy for more than two decades. His insights about people and situations and analysis of human nature make him one of the most sought-after trainers in the educational forum. His students are well known founders, country heads and senior-ranked executives.


Mr. Raghvendra Singh Program Manager for Strategic Global Initiatives (South Asia), Northern Arizona UniversityRagh Singh currently serves as the Program Manager for Strategic Global

Initiatives (South Asia) for Northern Arizona University. Prior to his current role he had also worked at University of Missouri as the Assistant Director of International Recruitment and Academic and Career Advisor. He came to the United States as a graduate international student to pursue his education in communications. He has been a member of the IC3 Committees since 2017 and currently serves as co-chair for the IC3 Outreach and Social Media committee.

Dr. Ragini N. Mohanty Director, IC3 InstituteDr. Mohanty comes with two decades of experience in strategy, projects and partnerships systems and processes, talent management, publications,

edtech and entrepreneurship. Trained in design thinking, innovation and technology management, she is the recipient of Linnaues Palme International Scholarship (Sweden) for design thinking and innovation, team award

at the Design4Health Inclusive Design Challenge (Sheffield University UK and KYOTO Design Lab, Kyoto Institute of Technology Japan), and Distinguished Professor Award from CSI, IITB. She is a medical graduate with double Master's in Management specializations and a Ph.D. in Marketing. She has found her calling in the education sector, enjoys working with the youth, and is passionate about counseling and mentoring.

Dr. Rajeev Kumar Singh Assistant Professor, Computer Science & Engineering Department and Dean of Undergraduate Studies, Shiv Nadar University

Dr. Rajeev Kumar Singh is working as an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at Shiv Nadar University. He is also the Associate Dean of Undergraduate Studies at SNU. Dr. Rajeev Completed his Ph.D. from the prestigious Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi. He finished his Master's in Computer Science and Bachelor's in CSE from JNU and Delhi University respectively. Prof. Rajeev has worked in various organisations before his love of teaching brought him into academics. He is a founding faculty at Shiv Nadar University and has been instrumental in the design of curriculum and

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Dr. Rajika Bhandari Senior Advisor, Research and Strategy, Institute of International Education (IIE)Rajika Bhandari, Ph.D., provides strategic guidance to IIE’s research, evaluation

and thought leadership activities and directs the Center for Academic Mobility Research and Impact, leading the flagship Open Doors and Project Atlas projects on global student mobility. With over 20 years of experience in the nonprofit, private and higher education sectors, Dr. Bhandari is a frequent speaker and widely published author, including of six books, with her research cited widely in the global press. She has served as an Adjunct Associate Professor at Teachers College, Columbia University, and on the U.S. National Commission for UNESCO. She holds an undergraduate degree from the University of Delhi and graduate degrees from North Carolina State University in the U.S.

Ms. Ramya Modukuri College & Career Counselor, Manthan International SchoolRamya has worked in the field of Finance and IT for 13 years, most recently as Vice President at Citigroup

New York in the Corporate Treasury group. After moving to India in 2016, Ramya was actively involved for two years at LV Prasad Eye Institute as a Special Projects Consultant where she advised the senior management about potential revenue-generation avenues and also worked as a spoken English and personality development trainer, and created a curriculum and published materials for teaching spoken English to visually challenged youth. Ramya holds an M.B.A. in from New York University's Stern School of Business and a B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering from NIT Trichy. Her mission at Manthan is to help her students make

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Dr. Randall Deike Senior Vice President, Enrollment Management and Student Success, Drexel UniversityDr. Deike has spent over 35 years in higher education as a university

administrator and faculty member. Through his experience in student life, institutional research and enrollment management at several of the nation’s top institutions, Deike has developed a broad understanding of the complex challenges facing colleges and universities in the current higher education landscape. Dr. Deike has traveled extensively in Asia recruiting and presenting on higher education in the United States. Deike has also presented and served as a panelist nationally on topics related to access and affordability, international education, the future of work and the value of higher education.

Mr. Rashad Howze International Recruiter, University of AkronRashad is the primary contact for students from the Mideast, the Indian Subcontinent, the Caribbean and

Northern Africa. Rashad worked as the Coordinator for the International House Living Learning Community at the University of Memphis. In this capacity, he worked directly with study abroad international students, coordinated with specialized programming outcomes with professors, and helped to acclimate international students to college in the United States and life in Memphis.

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Dr. Richard Follett Associate Vice President, University of SussexRichard Follett is Deputy Pro Vice-Chancellor (International) and Professor of History at the University of Sussex

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Mrs. Roxana Tunc Assistant Director, International Admissions and Recruitment, California Polytechnic State UniversityRoxana Tunc is an international

admissions professional with over 10 years of experience in international recruitment both in the U.S. and abroad. Originally from Moldova, she once was an international student at Ball State University, where she earned her M.B.A. degree. Between 2006 and 2015 she lived and worked in Istanbul, Turkey where she held different positions in the area of international admissions. In fall 2015 she joined California Polytechnic State University where she is currently working as the Assistant Director of International Admissions and Recruitment. Her accomplishments include a significant increase in numbers of applied and admitted international students, substantial improvements in quality of the applicant pool, cost effective international student recruitment and improved positive attitude towards international students within various academic and administrative units on campus.

Mrs. Rupa Chakravarty Director, Suncity SchoolsRupa Chakravarty is the Founder Head of Suncity Group of Schools. She has an enriching and creative job seeing joyful, energetic, mischievous,

talented, intelligent children every day. She developed a methodology called ASK to ASK-U. It has its base in curiosity which is the key to developing the mind from a latent potential mind to an ignited mind. ASK being an acronym, it stands for: Application, Skills, Knowledge. She has created a learning centre based on the Multiple Intelligence concept of Prof. Howard Gardner of Howard University. She is a Master Trainer of CBSE in India and abroad. She has presented papers in India in institutions like IIT, IIM-Indore

and twice in IIM-Bangalore, etc. and presented papers/given talks abroad (including Japan, Turkey, Australia, Sri Lanka, U.S., Abu Dhabi, Dubai). She describes herself as one of those blessed ones who is in a profession which is her passion.

Mr. Salil Gupta Recruitment Manager, St. George's University, GrenadaAs the Regional Manager for Marketing and Admission for St. George’s University, Salil Gupta enjoys meeting

with students to guide them both ethically and correctly. He has extensive experience in education marketing and recruitment throughout India. After completing his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in the U.K., Salil started his career in the education sector. Before joining SGU, Salil worked with Northumbria University, Newcastle, where he traveled for work in most parts of India, Bangladesh, and Nepal. In his spare time, he likes to cook, read about world politics, and, with a love for cars, driving and traveling to new places.

Mr. Sameer Arora Manager Advancement/Career Counsellor, Legacy School, BangaloreSameer is a natural leader, a collaborator and an educator with 15 years of school

experience and five years of entrepreneurial experience ranging from teaching across all levels of school i.e. upper primary, middle and senior secondary; integrating pedagogical innovations in curriculum, creating a favorable environment for the students and faculty members, fostering partnerships with educational organizations and community. He has traveled over 10 countries and firmly believes that travel is the best form of education. He has designed experiential education programmed for children around the world with prestigious organizations like Johnson Space Center, Kennedy Space Center, CERN, McAfee and Intel to name a few. He has also worked with National Geographic Channel as a Project Lead India for the school program, UNLOCK HOUR.


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Manager with BridgeU. Having attended and graduated from international school herself, she is excited about supporting counselors as they guide their students in navigating the world of post-secondary opportunities. Sanchita received her Bachelor’s degree in Education and Social Policy from Northwestern University. Prior to BridgeU, she worked in education research at the Education Advisory Board (EAB).

Mr. Sandeep Sharma Director, Student Recruitment and Partnerships, University of EssexSandeep Sharma is the Director, Student Recruitment and Partnerships for University of Essex, South Asia

region. Sandeep has worked with the University of Essex for over six years and has an in-depth understanding of the education sector for markets such as India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Nepal and Mauritius, Oman, U.A.E., and Bahrain. Sandeep has over 12 years of work experience in the field of U.K. higher education recruitment and has worked with prestigious organisations like the Times of India, Education Times and The Princeton Review. Sandeep’s articles have been widely published in the education media and he has been interviewed by TV channels such as News EX news; an example of his work can be accessed here. He is currently writing an article on "the impact of social media in choosing the right universities."

Ms. Sangeeta Krishnan Nag Principal, Pathways School GurgaonWith over 15 years of teaching

experience, Sangeeta Krishnan Nag holds an M.Phil. in English Literature (specialization in African writing) from Mumbai University and M.A. in English Literature, Delhi University. Sangeeta is also a trained teacher of Higher Level English for the International Baccalaureate Diploma course. Prior to joining Pathways, during her tenure with The Shri Ram School, Moulsari Avenue she was not only Extended Essay Supervisor and a teacher of Elective English, English Literature and Language to Classes XI and XII, but also planned and structured the English curriculum of the Senior Secondary School and its teaching towards the award of the IB Diploma.

Ms. Sangeetha Shanker Rao Counselor, High School Coordinator, Creative SchoolSangeetha Shanker Rao, an educator

for more than a decade and a half, is the Coordinator for Middle and High School at Creative School. She teaches Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Management across grades at Creative. In addition to her teaching responsibilities, Sangeetha also facilitates conscious parenting and adolescent counseling. She is a core member of the team that facilitates workshops and seminars for parents and students in the areas of mindfulness and emotional wellbeing. A firm believer in enabling learners to choose their own path and make relevant choices, she runs an inclusive classroom and enjoys creating an integrated curriculum that unites multiple disciplines for the subjects she teaches.

Ms. Sapna Goel Career Counselor and Behavioural Counseling Consultant, Mayo College, AjmerSapna Goel is an alumna of Tata Institute of Social Sciences where she pursued


SPEAKERPROFILESher Master's in Medical and Psychiatric Social Work. She has a diploma in Child Guidance and Counseling from NCERT, a PG diploma in Guidance and Counseling from Barkatullah University, a diploma in Career Counseling from UCLA and Univariety and various certificates in counseling therapies and psychometric testing. She has worked extensively in the social sector on issues related to primary education, teacher training, child sexual abuse, children of addicts and child psychology. She has been involved in research projects related to education and the social service sector and some of work has been published. She has many years of experience in the areas of parenting and children’s emotional and behavioral counseling. For the last two years she has been working as a Career Guidance Counselor and Behavioral Counseling Consultant at Mayo College, Ajmer, where she has been instrumental in setting up the career guidance center.

Ms. Sarah Noppen Director, International Admissions, Florida International UniversitySarah Noppen, Director of International Admissions at Florida International University, has 15 years of experience

in international education. She joined FIU in 2014 with the charge to overhaul international admissions practices while increasing and diversifying the international student population. Prior to FIU, Sarah was the Director of International Recruitment at the University of South Carolina. Sarah holds an M.B.A. with a concentration in International Business from the University of South Carolina, and a B.B.A. in Business Economics and B.A. in German from Ohio University. She is pursuing her Ph.D. in Public Affairs at FIU where her research interests are international student mobility motivation, trends and policies. Find her if you want to geek-out!

Ms. Sarah Titford Coordinator of International Recruitment and Relations, Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA)Sarah is an experienced admissions

professional with an extensive background in the arts. She has demonstrated success in a variety of roles in higher education including admissions, recruitment, international

affairs, advising and credit transfer. Sarah earned her B.F.A. from The Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA) in 2004 with a focus on Fine/Studio Arts and her M.F.A. in Painting from New York University (NYU) in 2006.

Ms. Selena Malla EducationUSA Adviser, USEF-NepalSelena Malla manages the operations of the United States Educational Foundation in Nepal’s EducationUSA Advising Center, including its advising,

library, and testing services. One of the South and Central Asia region’s busiest centers, EducationUSA Kathmandu received 43,000 student visits in 2018. Selena has designed and developed two major programs for the center: the Opportunity Funds Program and the EducationUSA South Asia Tour for Nepal, two programs which have increased Nepali students’ access to U.S. higher education. Selena is in her 16th year with EducationUSA Nepal.

Mr. Seth Walker Associate Director, International Admissions Recruitment, Indiana UniversitySeth Walker has been working at Indiana University full time since January

2012, holding roles as an Assistant and Associate Director of International Admissions. Before his employment at Indiana University, Seth earned a Master of Science in Higher Education and Student Affairs from the IU School of Education. Seth also holds a volunteer position with the Council of International Schools and serves on the Latin America Committee. As a member of the Committee, Seth plans and leads tours to the Latin America region. Seth holds a Bachelor's degree from Central Michigan University.

Dr. Shalini Advani Founding Director, Pathways School, NoidaDr. Advani is the Founding Director of Pathways School Noida, one of India’s foremost IB schools. Previously she has

been Principal of the British School, New Delhi and Director Education of Learn Today where she consulted on the setup of new schools and conducted a variety of teacher


training programs. She has been a presenter at various events including Salzburg Global Seminar, IB Asia Pacific Conference 2015, IC3 Conference and at India International Centre on Adult Literacy. Her publications include "Growing Up in the Nuclear Shadow, Educating the National Imagination" and “Childhood Sexuality: History, Memory, Mythology” in The Dark Room.

Ms. Shalini Reddy Head of Academics, Manthan International SchoolShalini is the co-founder of Manthan and leads the curriculum team and is in charge of academics. Shalini takes care

of the overall academics that is delivered in the classrooms and keeps a close eye to ensure that the delivery in the classrooms is as per the vision of the school. She is a voracious reader and likes to spend time in class with children teaching them creative writing, and helping them develop a love for books and reading. Shalini has done her M.B.A. from ICFAI Hyderabad and prior to founding Manthan, worked in various retail formats for over 10 years, including Planet M, Bose and FabIndia. She believes that both people and processes are important to achieve organizational excellence.

Ms. Sharon Min Recruitment Counselor and Admissions Officer, Jacobs University, GermanySharon is a Recruitment Counselor and Admissions Officer for undergraduate

programs at Jacobs University. Originally from Yangon, Myanmar, Sharon is a proud alumna of Jacobs University where she received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Integrated Social Sciences (a combination of Political Science, Economics, Mass Communications and Sociology). She is currently in charge of recruitment for the Indian subcontinent and South East Asia.

Ms. Sheena Mehta Director - U.K., Ireland, Channel Islands and Isle of Mann, IE UniversityWith roots in India, Sheena was born and raised in Manchester in the U.K. Having

been intrigued by the melodious, song-like intonation of the Spanish language, she followed her interest study a degree in Business and Spanish. It was her Erasmus year that took her to Madrid and it didn’t take long for her to fall in love with all the country has to offer. On completion of her undergraduate studies in Leeds, Sheena moved her

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Ms. Shikha VijCareer & College Counsellor, Step by Step School, NoidaAn M.Phil. in Clinical Psychology from IHBAS (Delhi University), Shikha has over 10 years of experience in the fields

of socio- emotional counseling and college guidance. In her role as a counselor, she got the opportunity to review a plethora of college applications and essays and visited many school and college campuses as part of her work. With admissions for students ranging across universities, she has a platform to advise students on all aspects of applications. She constantly wishes to expand her knowledge base and is a member of International ACAC. She has also trained on several aspects of admission counseling. Volunteering as a committee member of IACAC has added to her learning. Her background in clinical counseling has helped her to understand the needs of students as well as parents and assist them appropriately.

Ms. Shilpa Gupta Vice Principal & Head of College Counseling, Neerja Modi SchoolShilpa Gupta has been associated with Neerja Modi School since 2004. After working several years as a Math

teacher for IBHL-Math, IGCSE and A level-Math and CBSE high school Math from 2004-2014, Shilpa began her career in college admissions counseling by setting up a counseling office at Neerja Modi School in Jaipur in 2015. She was also designated as the Vice Principal of the school in 2014. She is also in charge of the Math & Science curriculum of middle school and high school. Shilpa has successfully helped to educate hundreds of students and parents and has reached many others by presenting lectures at regional conferences. She has been a regular attendee of the IACAC and NACAC conferences for the last four years. She is a planning committee member for IC3. For the last three years she has been a presenter at the IACAC conference.

Mr. Simmy Ziv-el Vice President, International Markets & Global Business Development, ACT, Inc.Simmy has been an executive in the education industry for over 25 years and

joined ACT in April 2018. In his current role he is responsible for both the strategy and fiscal performance of ACT’s world-wide network of business development managers, in-country partners and all strategic partnerships worldwide. Prior to ACT he was VP of Corporate Development at ProExam in New York for four years, after 12 years at ETS in Princeton, New Jersey as Senior Director of Business Innovation. He was the Founder of Discourse Technologies which was acquired by ETS in 2000. Simmy grew up in South Africa and Israel, and worked in education in both countries for 15 years, before relocating to the U.S. in 1991. He has a B.A. (Honors) degree from the University of the Witwatersrand in South Africa and is a graduate of the Kellogg School of Management in Chicago.

Ms. Sophia Prabhakar Admissions Coordinator, Nagoya University, JapanSophia has been with the International Admissions Office of Nagoya University since 2014. After studying Japanese

language in India, she completed her Master's in Language and Cultural Studies from Nagoya University International Programs. Having experienced both student and professional life there, she shares from her own experiences when speaking on academics or career path in Japan.

Ms. Soumithra Ramdas Nagendran Guidance Counselor, Greenwood High International School, IndiaSoumithra is a university guidance

counselor with four years of experience, who is up for learning at every stage. She started her career as counselor with The Chopras, an overseas education consultant. She handled all the countries there along with the short listing of universities, applications, visa and so on. That gave her a good platform to learn and explore the nook and


corner curriculum last year. She has placed students in various universities, the top ones being NUS, NTU, of the educational system.

Mr. Steven Kelly Assistant Registrar, Recruitment and Applicant Relations, University of CalgarySteven is an alumnus of the University of Calgary with a Bachelor of Arts

in Political Science. Steven is also currently pursuing his Master of Education degree (post-secondary studies). Prior to becoming the Assistant Registrar, Steven was an international student recruitment advisor where he traveled to over 35 countries to speak with prospective applicants about the opportunities available within Canada.

Mrs. Sudarshana Shukla Career Counsellor, Cathedral and John Connon SchoolMrs. Shukla has over 17 years of experience as a school guidance counselor, head of a learning resource

center, AP coordinator and President of ICEDC.

Ms. Sumita Dutta Middle School Coordinator, Creative School, BangaloreSumita Dutta has a Master's in Mathematics and an M.Ed. She has over 20 years of experience and currently

works as a Mathematics Teacher and Middle School Coordinator at the Creative School in Bangalore. She has worked in different models of schools and understanding various needs, expectations and dreams of children and parents. She has been helping children to make subject choices for their higher education. She also is actively involved with parents and helps parents to understand themselves and recognize their child's need and interest. Helping children to connect to themselves so that they achieve their own dreams remains her goal and mission. She is among the few selected candidates attending the first class of the IC3 Institute towards a one year certification in career and college counseling.

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SPEAKERPROFILESthis critical time of their lives. She has been a high school counselor at the American International School Chennai since 2013 and worked as a counselor in urban public schools in the U.S. prior to moving to India. Susannah holds a B.A. in Urban Studies in Education from the University of Connecticut and M.A. in Counseling from New York University. She is a licensed School Counselor and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC).

Mr. Swaraj Nandan Director, KIC UnivAssistAs KIC UnivAssist Director and co-founder, Swaraj Nandan leads UnivAssist’s U.S. office and its engagement with 175+ universities.

Swaraj’s work experience with multinationals has spanned diverse industries, countries and he has leveraged this international perspective to help UnivAssist grow its global footprint to 35+ countries. A familiar face on the conference circuit, Swaraj has presented at NAFSA national and all 11 regional conferences, AIEA, International ACAC, and IC3 Conferences. Swaraj has served on the board of Lend-A-Hand India, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing vocational education and training in rural India. Swaraj holds post-graduate degrees from S.P. Jain Institute of Management and University of Maryland, College Park.

Ms. Swati Shrestha Head of College and Career Counseling, Woodstock SchoolSwati Shrestha is Head of College and Career Counseling at Woodstock School in northern India, where she

assists students from all over the world in reaching their goals of accessing higher education. Prior to this, she was an Assistant Dean of Admission at Reed College, in Portland, Oregon, where she managed international recruitment, as well as the reading and evaluation process of all international applications. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in English from Reed College, a Certificate in College Counseling from the University of California, Los Angeles, and is currently pursuing a Master of Arts from Arizona State University. Swati is a member of the Inclusion, Access, and Success Committee for the International Association of College Admission Counselors.

Ms. Tanushree Bhattacharya International Student Initiative, The University of British ColumbiaTanushree Bhattacharya is a Senior

Recruiter and Advisor with the International Student Recruitment Office at the University of British Columbia. The International Student Recruitment Office is responsible for recruiting outstanding international students from around the world for various undergraduate programs at UBC. While at the International Student Recruitment Office at UBC, Ms. Bhattacharya has largely focused her efforts and expertise on recruitment activities and initiatives in India. As such, she has a good understanding of the education systems as well as the unique needs and motivations of students in the region.

Ms. Tiffany Goulet Head of College Counselling, Oberoi International SchoolTiffany grew up in northeast U.S. and earned a B.A. in History from Mt. Holyoke College. She taught for

seven years and earned an M.A. in History from George Washington University before venturing overseas. After living in Bangladesh (four years) and Dubai (two years), she earned an M.A. International Counseling from Lehigh University. She and her husband moved to Saudi Arabia (three years) and China (two years), and added a son, Nicolo, to the family. Moving to Mumbai in 2015, she is one of three counselors at OIS, has adopted two street cats, has no plans of leaving India anytime soon and enjoys running, reading and living a balanced life.

Mr. Tim Getter College Counselor, Mahindra International School, formerly named Mercedes-Benz International SchoolTim has taught for 27 years in India,

Sri Lanka, Uzbekistan, Tanzania, and the U.S. His foray into college counseling began after a long background in IB Biology, Theory of Knowledge, CAS and DP coordination.


He has always studied, lived and worked in an international context. Coming from an international boarding school in India to a small liberal arts college education, he studied Biology and Chemistry in the U.S., followed by graduate school in Education at a large state university, he has had a broad range of experience in education. He has worked in Pune for the past three years at Mercedes-Benz International School, recently renamed Mahindra International School.

Ms. Umamaheswari Balaji Faculty - AS Level Economics/Career Counsellor, CS Academy, Coimbatore

Ms. Umamaheswari Balaji currently works as a senior faculty of commerce at CS Academy Coimbatore. Recently, she has been approved as Cambridge Examiner for A Level Business. She has held versatile roles and strategic positions in both corporate and academic careers for over a decade in Singapore and India. Besides her academic merit, Master's in Business Administration and Cambridge International Diploma in Teaching and Training with a distinction in the assessment module, she has range of conversance to conduct programs like MUN, Ted Ed and IAYP that enhances the learner portfolio in building their resumes. She is a passionate Carnatic vocalist, trained in the genre

of sampradhaya bhajans. She envisions and strives to be a positive change agent to mold learners with their talent and pursuits and not just academic products engineered for collegiate admissions.

Ms. Vicki Seefeldt West Senior Assistant Director for International Recruitment, Ohio UniversityVicki Seefeldt West, Senior Assistant Director for International Recruitment,

has been serving at Ohio University for 14 years. A graduate of St. Olaf College with a B.A. in Creative Writing, she credits her passion for international education to her study abroad experiences in Southeast Asia and China. In total, she has worked in international education since 1999, with previous experience in study abroad advising and administration at Rice University.

Dr. Yu-wan Wang Associate Dean of International Admissions, Stony Brook UniversityDr. Yu-wan Wang became the Associate Dean of International Admissions at Stony Brook in 2009. Dr. Wang grew

SPEAKERPROFILESup during China’s Cultural Revolution, as an intellectually curious child caught in turbulent times, she recognized the importance of education at a very young age. Dr. Wang holds a Bachelor’s in Business Administration, a Master’s of Library and Information Science and a Doctorate in Education. One of the most rewarding aspects of her work is helping international students develop intellectually and personally one step at a time, starting with gaining admission to this internationally renowned institution.

Dr. Zafeena SureshHead Higher Education-National, British CouncilZafeena Suresh is Head of Higher Education and Society at the British Council, India. Zafeena has 20 years of

experience in higher education. Her experience lies with

teaching sociology across India, at high school, colleges and eight years ago, she began working in the field of international education. Zafeena worked with EducationUSA for seven years as a Senior Adviser for North India before moving to British Council in 2018.

Dr. Zia Isola Director, UCSC Genomics Institute Office of Diversity Programs, Co-Director, UCSC Bridge to Doctorate Program, Staff Advisor, UCSC Women in Science &

Engineering, Lecturer University of California, Santa CruzZia has 20+ years of experience as a teacher, mentor, and advocate for greater equity and diversity in higher education. As a first-generation college student from a low-income, working class household, she personally faced educational barriers similar to those that confront minority students; though she has not been confronted by the same kinds of barriers and biases as people of color, her own experiences as a woman from a low-income background have made her sensitive to issues of race, class and gender. She is passionate about working to create a more just and inclusive culture in our schools and work places, and she believes the potential of education to transform individual lives can also transform institutions, societies, and nations.

Dr. Zina Evans Vice President Enrollment Management & Associate Provost, University of FloridaZina L. Evans is the Vice President for Enrollment Management and Associate

Provost and affiliate Associate Professor of Higher Education Administration in the College of Education at the University of Florida. She received her Ph.D. in College Student Personnel Administration from the University of Maryland, Master’s in Human Development, Counseling and Family Studies from the University of Rhode Island and Bachelor’s in Social Ecology from the University of California, Irvine. Dr. Evans provides vision, leadership and strategic direction in the development and attainment of enrollment priorities for the University. As UF’s chief enrollment officer she oversees the Office of Admissions, the Office of Student Financial Affairs and the Office of the University Registrar.

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Aditya Birla World Academywww.adityabirlaworldacademy.comThe Aditya Birla World Academy, established in 2008-2009 as a part of the Aditya Birla Education Trust, embodies the vision of its Chairperson, Mrs. Neerja Birla as an “international school with an Indian soul.” The school offers the globally benchmarked qualifications from Cambridge Assessment International Education and IB, which focus on critical thinking and experiential, application-based learning. To meet the demands of changing education system, the school incorporates a range of innovative approaches to teaching and learning such as flipped classrooms, horizontal integration, peer teaching and assessments, case studies, role play, reflective thinking and more.

American School of Bombaywww.asbindia.orgFounded in 1981, the American School of Bombay (ASB) is an intentionally international school with 700 students representing over 50 nationalities. As a pre-kindergarten through grade 12 school, we provide children of Mumbai’s ex-patriate and Indian families with a transformative educational experience that fosters curiosity and encourages risk-taking. ASB is a non-profit, mission-driven school that inspires all our students to continuous inquiry, empowering them with the skills, courage, optimism and integrity to pursue their dreams and enhance the lives of others.

The Bombay International Schoolbis.edu.inThe Bombay International School (BIS) was established in 1962 and now has a total enrolment of 540 students in grades K-12. A pioneer in holistic education, as well as student-centric teaching and learning processes, BIS has always focused on inquiry and experiential learning. Students are sensitized to Indian culture and history and are encouraged to appreciate diversity. They develop awareness about international issues and take active, responsible action. The school inculcates in its students a spirit of compassion, collaboration and attitudes of self-management, creativity, communication, critical thinking and research. BIS continues to be perceived as the top school for holistic education, with focus on interdisciplinary learning and a skills-based approach.


Garodia International Center for Learning Mumbai giclm.edu.inGarodia International Center for Learning Mumbai (GICLM) is the latest venture of the Garodia Education Group that started the PG Garodia School in 1969. GICLM opened its doors to students in 2017 and has new, state-of-the-art campus. It offers IEYC (Foundation) program for the early years, IPC and CP for primary school, the Cambridge curriculum for secondary school (grade 6 to 10) and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program for senior secondary students. GICLM is also a Partner School of Germany (PASCH) school–an initiative of the German government that places a high value on German.

Dhirubhai Ambani International Schoolwww.da-is.orgDAIS is an English medium, K-12, co-educational, private, non-profit, day school founded in 2003. It is fully accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS) and New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC). DAIS provides a learning environment that encourages children to bring out their best and which supports their all-round development, through discovering the joy of learning, awakening and illuminating their intellect in multi-dimensional ways, and instilling abiding values. At DAIS, the guiding philosophy of providing children a holistic education has always been at the heart of everything we do. The DAIS motto is “dare to dream, learn to excel."

Oberoi International Schooloberoi-is.orgOberoi International School (OIS) is a private, co-educational, day school from nursery to grade 12 with a current enrolment of over 1,650 students representing 24 nationalities. OIS is fully accredited by the Council of International Schools and the New England Association of Schools and Colleges. It is also authorized by the IBO as an International Baccalaureate World School and is a member of EARCOS. We are dedicated to fulfilling every child's educational and developmental needs in a safe, caring environment conducive to learning and teaching. We aim to create responsible, global citizens who show understanding, compassion and acceptance of the differences in the world. We strive to ensure that every child in our care is empowered to make choices and encouraged to contribute to our community.

SVKM J.V. Parekh International Schooljvparekhintnl.ac.inSVKM International School is part of a consortium of educational institutions committed to providing high-quality education from schooling years to post-graduation and doctoral degrees. It has grown into a huge educational hub, imparting high-level education to over 50,000 students at more than 35 prestigious institutions, attaining national recognition. With a conviction that every child is bestowed with an innate ability to excel, the SVKM International School endeavors to draw out the best in its students by facilitating holistic and lifelong learning through meaningful opportunities and curating an environment that encourages creative thinking, free expression and conscientious actions. The school offers the IB Diploma Program, CAIE A Level and IGCSE Program.


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Utpal Shanghvi Global School & PPS International Junior Collegewww.ppsijc.orgUtpal Shanghvi Global School and the Prabhavati Padamshi Soni International Junior College started by The Juhu Parle Education Society is home to 3,000 students and their families. The school was established in 1982 and introduced the Cambridge International curriculum in 2005. The Prabhavati Padamshi Soni International Junior College was started in 2008 and offers the A Level qualification. Located in Mumbai, we provide the International Early Years curriculum (IEYC, U.K.) from the age of 2 and the Cambridge International curriculum from primary years all the way to IGCSE and A Levels. We have the largest number of students in the city appearing for the Cambridge Examinations at every level.

VIBGYOR Group of Schoolswww.vibgyorhigh.comEstablished in 2004 by Mr. Rustom Kerawalla, VIBGYOR Group of Schools was set up with a vision to create innovative, quality-driven, global schools which are reliable, affordable, replicable and ever evolving models of excellence, empowered through people, systems and processes. The VIBGYOR Group of Schools is considered one of the leading education groups in India. With its presence in nine cities across the country, the group offers a unique range of world-class educational services for the holistic development of students in curricular and co-curricular areas. VIBGYOR Schools provide a mixed spectrum of national and international curricula and is affiliated with the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE), Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) and University of Cambridge Assessment International Examinations (CAIE), U.K.

Universal Educationuniversal.edu.inUniversal Education (UE) owns and manages a chain of schools and colleges across India and the U.A.E. Its 22 campuses provide school, graduate and post graduate programs to over 35,000 students every year. UE's schools are well known by the names of Universal High School, The Universal School, St. John's Universal School, Silveroak Universal School, Ebenezer International School, Primus Public School, Star Private School and Alpha Group of Schools. These schools are situated in prime locations not only in bustling global metros like Mumbai, Bangalore, Dubai and Sharjah, but also in up and coming metros like Thane, Nashik, Aurangabad and Trichy. Universal's school programs include Indian curricula (such as ICSE and CBSE), as well as international programs (Cambridge, IBDP).

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KIC UnivAssistwww.univassist.comKIC UnivAssist is a leader in global engagement, helping 175+ universities with their comprehensive international engagement strategy, including student recruitment, study abroad, alumni relations, institutional partnerships and public relations in 35+ countries around the world. KIC UnivAssist also supports the high school community through counselor professional development, organizing workshops in high schools and counselor visits to universities. With the constant support of both counselors and universities, our goal is to enable students for success in higher education by preparing them to find the right fit institution. Recognizing the importance of career and college counseling to student success, KIC UnivAssist is proud to continue supporting the IC3 Conference. To learn more about our work with universities and high schools, please visit www.univassist.com or write to us at [email protected].

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Ashoka University www.ashoka.edu.inAshoka University is a private, nonprofit university, and an unprecedented example of collective public philanthropy in India. Ashoka offers its students a multidisciplinary liberal education, usually defined as one that transcends the boundaries between the arts and sciences, and carries a strong emphasis on learning across subjects. Such an education provides depth and breadth of learning, both by exposing students to diverse disciplines and by emphasizing scholarship and research.

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FLAME University www.flame.edu.inFLAME University is the pioneer of liberal education in India. The university’s main objective is to offer an interdisciplinary platform of education that provides both breadth and depth in diverse areas of knowledge. Liberal education at FLAME University aims to go beyond the familiar structure and narrowly encapsulated forms of knowledge. Our programs teach skills and impart education with practical relevance. Our students undergo a unique confluence of academic excellence and experiential learning methods that inculcate leadership and risk-taking abilities. We offer undergraduate programs and postgraduate through four schools. The student-centric learning is delivered by esteemed faculty scholars from various prestigious national and international institutes in a world-class campus setting.

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ISDI | ISMEwww.isdi.inThe DICE Ecosystem has four schools in areas of Design, Communication, Entrepreneurship and Hospitality, to enhance the innovation capacity of India. ISDI School of Design & Innovation (www.isdi.in) was established in curricular collaboration with Parsons The New School, New York to provide immersive learning in Design. ISDI | WPP School of Communication (isdiwpp.in) was established in partnership with WPP to provide work-study programs in Media and Communication. ISME School of Management & Entrepreneurship (isme.co.in) was established to provide cutting edge entrepreneurial programs in Business and Management. DICE School of Hospitality and Culinary Arts (www.dicehospitality.in) was established in academic partnership with École Hôtelière de Lausanne to provide new age hospitality education. DICE houses India's largest student-led creative accelerator (ISDI ACE), as well as India's largest FinTech accelerator (ISME ACE).

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Les Roches Global Hospitality Educationlesroches.eduLes Roches is a co-educational school offering higher education programs accredited by the Commission on Institutes of Higher Education (CIHE) of the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE). Les Roches prepares students who are committed to an international career in the hospitality and service industries for success. Its model hospitality education programs balance theory with practice, independent learning with strong faculty support and mentorship, providing a solid foundation for lifelong learning. Guided by its mission, Les Roches ensures that students acquire personal and professional skills for immediate employment and progression into leadership positions in the industry. Les Roches Global Hospitality opened its first campus in Bluche, Switzerland in 1954 and now has two other global campuses, one in Marbella, Spain and one in Shanghai, China.


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Huron at Westernhuronuc.caEstablished in 1863, Huron is the founding institution of Western University, one of Canada's Top 10 universities. Huron provides a university experience that is completely unique to post-secondary institutions in Canada; an elite, yet accessible undergraduate education that combines liberal arts with business, while prioritizing ethical leadership and community engagement as much as academic achievement and career success. Professors provide students with one-on-one mentorship through intentionally small classes and a 13:1 student to faculty ratio. As well, all our programs include advanced research opportunities, experiential learning, paid internships, volunteer and international exchange programs that are available to each and every Huron student. The majority of Huron alumni hold leadership roles, including those in Canada and the world’s most distinguished organizations in business, law, government, technology and more.

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Ahmedabad Universityahduni.edu.inAhmedabad University is a private, non-profit university that offers students a liberal education focused on research and interdisciplinary learning. We offer undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programs that prepare students to think deeply and creatively across fields and to emerge as independent thinkers and compassionate leaders. Students, researchers and faculty participate in a unique learning process characterized by fieldwork and projects, that enables deep creative insight and builds analytical rigor. As a research university, we are committed to the discovery of new ideas and to engaging with the challenges that face our society. Established in 2009 by the Ahmedabad Education Society (AES), an 80-year old trust in one of India’s most vibrant cities, Ahmedabad University offers one of the most stimulating academic environments in the country.

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Bennett University www.bennett.edu.inBennett University, founded by the Times of India Group, is a multi-disciplinary university committed to providing academic excellence in higher education and creating a learning atmosphere conducive to research, practical and entrepreneurial applications. At Bennett, we believe in making education more than just a learning experience. We encourage our students to question the obvious and imbibe introspection on their way to innovating the future. It’s not just about our quality education but our commitment to create ethically grounded leaders of tomorrow. At Bennett, one can expect more. More personal development with a world class faculty from best institutions in India and abroad. More avenues for entrepreneurial growth through in-house business incubator. More interdisciplinary learning, and more industry interface through The Times of India Group network. We are a young institution focused on bringing out the best in our students.

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ACTwww.act.orgACT is a mission-driven, nonprofit organization dedicated to helping people achieve education and workplace success. Grounded in 60 years of research, ACT is a trusted leader in college and career readiness solutions. Each year, ACT serves millions of students, job seekers, schools, government agencies and employers in the U.S. and around the world with learning resources, assessments, research and credentials designed to help them succeed from elementary school through career. To learn more, visit us at act.org.

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BML Munjal Universitywww.bml.edu.inMentored by Imperial College London (ranked 8th in the QS World University Rankings 2019), BML Munjal University (BMU) has been founded by the promoters of the Hero Group, with the mission to establish a world-class university in India. BMU offers BTech, BBA, BSc Economics (Hons), BA- LLB, BBA-LLB, MBA, and Ph.D. programs. BMU’s unique curriculum is based on experiential learning, where 45% of the time is spent outside the classroom learning in labs and workshops, on projects or in practice school. BMU has also tied up with the Singapore Management University, Carleton University, Aston University, North South University, Agder University, Norway, Mary’s College of California, UC Berkeley and Kent State University. BMU’s industry collaborations include KPMG, Axis Bank, IBM, Shell, Intel, Siemens and Hero MotoCorp.


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The University of Sydneysydney.edu.auThe University of Sydney is one of Australia’s largest and most prestigious universities. Established in 1850, it is Australia’s first university and a member of the “Group of Eight,” Australia’s premier, research intensive universities. Currently ranked 5th in the world and 1st in Australia, for graduate employability by QS Graduate Employability Rankings 2019. It is also consistently placed among the top 50 universities in the world by QS World University Rankings. The University of Sydney offers Australia’s broadest range of disciplines and its research focuses on finding solutions to society’s biggest challenges. With more than 400 areas of study to choose from, the university has a range of subjects like accounting and finance, architecture, law, medicine, nursing and pharmacy in the top 20 in the world, according to QS World University Rankings by Subject. Alongside a range of academic and professional support, students have access to more than 200 clubs and societies, a variety of health services and other on-campus support services.


Education in Irelandwww.educationinireland.com/enEnterprise Ireland, a Government body, manages the Education in Ireland brand–the umbrella brand under which Irish higher education and English language schools are promoted overseas. The initiative is managed by Enterprise Ireland with the support of the Department of Education and Skills and Irish higher education institutions. The higher education system in Ireland consists of the university sector, institutes of technology and private independent colleges. There are 34 higher education institutions in Ireland who offer an extensive range of over 5,000 programs leading to internationally recognized, quality-assured qualifications.

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Krea Universitykrea.edu.inKrea University is an upcoming Liberal Arts and Sciences university located in Sri City, north of Chennai. It is backed by some of the best minds and thought leaders in the country, including Raghuram Rajan, former RBI governor, N. Vaghul, former chairman ICICI Bank, R. Seshasayee, former chairman of Ashok Leyland and Infosys, and supported by business leaders like Anand Mahindra, Sajjan Jindal, Kiran Mazumdar Shaw and Anu Aga. Krea University has a unique "interwoven learning" approach that weaves creativity and action, arts and sciences, theory and practice, to make students ready to deal with challenges and opportunities presented by the 21st century. It will offer three-year, residential B.A. (Hon.) and B.Sc. (Hon.) degrees. Students will also have an option of completing a more rigorous fourth year of Advanced Studies.

Macquarie University www.mq.edu.auMacquarie University is amongst Australia’s top 10 (Times Higher Education Ranking 2019) government-funded universities (according to Times Higher Education), bringing together 40,000 students and 3,000 staff in one thriving hub of discovery. With a 5-star QS rating, it is ranked among top 1% of universities in the world. Established in 1964, it is located just 15 kilometres from Sydney’s city center in one of the largest business and technology precincts in the southern hemisphere. Many of the best universities across the North America, Europe and Asia choose to partner with us, as do global organizations such as Microsoft, Optus, Google, and Johnson & Johnson. 100% of the university’s research is ranked at world standard or above and more than 100 of its researchers are ranked in the top 1% of researchers in the world.

Monash University www.monash.eduMonash University is the largest university in Australia, ranked in the world’s top 100 and a member of the prestigious Group of Eight. We’re named after Sir John Monash and fueled by his desire for our students to leave here with a greater sense of purpose, and the skills and confidence to create positive change. In under 60 years, we’ve grown from a single campus into an education and research powerhouse with a presence on four continents, committed to the challenges of the age. Our work is making an impact all over the world, from bringing clean water to villages in Africa, to creating new, life-saving medicines. With four Australian campuses, one in Malaysia, and over 100 international partners, we’re making a difference on a global scale.


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O.P. Jindal Global University www.jgu.edu.inJGU is a non-profit, global university based out of Delhi-NCR. JGU is established in memory of Mr. O.P. Jindal as a philanthropic initiative of Mr. Naveen Jindal, the Founding Chancellor. The University Grants Commission has accorded its recognition to O.P. Jindal Global University. The vision of JGU is to promote global courses, global programs, global curriculum, global research, global collaborations and global interaction through a global faculty. JGU is situated on an 80-acre, state-of-the art, residential campus in the National Capital Region of Delhi. JGU is one of the few universities in Asia that maintains a 1:15 faculty-student ratio and appoints faculty members from different parts of the world with outstanding academic qualifications and experience. JGU has established eight schools: Jindal Global Law School, Jindal Global Business School, Jindal School of International Affairs, Jindal School of Government and Public Policy, Jindal School of Liberal Arts & Humanities, Jindal School of Journalism and Communication, Jindal School of Art & Architecture and Jindal School of Banking & Finance.

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St. George’s University www.sgu.edu/st-georges-university-caribbean-medical-schoolSt. George’s University (SGU) is a center of international education, drawing students and faculty from over 140 countries to the island of Grenada, West Indies, offering medical and veterinary medical degrees. SGU is affiliated with educational institutions worldwide including in the U.S., U.K., Canada, Australia and Ireland. SGU pioneered the concept of international medical education and remains at the forefront of educating students to meet the demands of the modern practice of medicine. The university’s more than 17,000 graduates include physicians, veterinarians, scientists and public health professionals across the world. SGU graduates have obtained a record number of residency placements making SGU the fourth largest provider of doctors for the entire U.S. workforce.


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The British Councilwww.britishcouncil.orgThe British Council is the U.K.’s international organization for cultural relations and educational opportunities. We create friendly knowledge and understanding between the people of the U.K. and other countries. We do this by making a positive contribution to the U.K. and the countries we work with – changing lives by creating opportunities, building connections and engendering trust. We work with over 100 countries across the world in the fields of arts and culture, English language, education and civil society. Last year, we reached over 75 million people directly and 758 million people overall including online, broadcasts and publications. Founded in 1934, we are a U.K. charity governed by Royal Charter and a U.K. public body.

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Cambridge Assessment International Education www.cambridgeinternational.orgCambridge Assessment International Education is the world’s largest provider of international qualifications – over 10,000 schools in more than 160 countries offer our programs and qualifications. We are part of the University of Cambridge. Our Cambridge Pathway gives students a clear path for educational success from age 5 to 19. Schools can shape the curriculum for their students – with a wide range of subjects and flexible ways to offer them. It helps students discover new abilities, gives them the skills they need for life, so they can achieve at school, university and work. Our qualifications are recognized by employers and universities worldwide, including over 500 universities in the U.S. (including the Ivy Leagues), and universities in the U.K., Canada and Australia.

College Boardwww.collegeboard.orgThe College Board is a mission-driven not-for-profit organization that connects students to college success and opportunity. Founded in 1900, the College Board was created to expand access to higher education. Today, the membership association is made up of over 6,000 of the world’s leading educational institutions and is dedicated to promoting excellence and equity in education. Each year, the College Board helps more than seven million students prepare for a successful transition to college through programs and services in college readiness and college success — including the SAT® and the Advanced Placement Program®. The organization also serves the education community through research and advocacy on behalf of students, educators, and schools.


EducationUSAusief.org.inEducationUSA is the official source on U.S. higher education. It is a U.S. Department of State network of over 425 international student advising centers in more than 175 countries. The network promotes U.S. higher education to students around the world by offering accurate, comprehensive, and current information about opportunities to study at accredited postsecondary institutions in the United States. EducationUSA also provides services to the U.S. higher education community to help institutional leaders meet their recruitment and campus internationalization goals.

IIE www.iie.orgIIE has been a world leader in international education since 1919. IIE works to build more peaceful and equitable societies by advancing scholarship, building economies and promoting access to opportunity. As a not-for-profit with 18 offices and affiliates worldwide, IIE collaborates with a range of corporate, government and foundation partners across the globe to design and manage scholarship, study abroad, workforce training and leadership development programs. For more information visit www.iie.org.

The National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) www.nacacnet.orgThe National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC), founded in 1937, is the premier membership organization for university admission and counseling professionals. More than 15,000 college counselors, admission officers, and independent educational consultants from around the world are NACAC members and are dedicated to serving students as they make choices about pursuing higher education. NACAC is committed to maintaining high standards that foster ethical and social responsibility through the admission process, and offers professional development in the form of textbooks, webinars, e-learning, educational workshops, and an annual conference tailored to the needs of college admission counseling professionals. NACAC is a not-for-profit, non-governmental association, located in Arlington, Virginia, U.S.

The PIE thepienews.comThe PIE is an independent media, recruitment and events company connecting a global community of professionals working in international education. Keep up with industry news via The PIE News website, read our analysis of hot topics and trends in our quarterly magazine The PIE Review, find new staff or your next role through our The PIE Jobs board and specialist executive search consultancy The PIE Talent, and make business connections through The PIE Plus. Sign up to The PIE Weekly newsletter to receive a weekly update on news and jobs in the sector directly to your inbox. The PIEoneer Awards celebrate innovation and achievement in international education each year. The PIE is the only targeted media platform covering international education that can boast a truly global audience of senior stakeholders working across the sector. We reach over 60,000 unique readers per month.

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CONFERENCECOMMITTEES2019 IC3 Conference Chair• Mr. Ganesh Kohli, Founding President and 2019 Annual IC3

Conference Chair; and Chief Mentor, KIC UnivAssist

Advisory Committee• Dr. Shalini Advani, Pathways School, Noida, Director• Dr. Harsha Alles, Chairman, Gateway Group of Schools, Sri

Lanka• Capt. Rohit Bajaj, Pathways School, Gurgaon, Director• Dr. Rajika Bhandari, Ph.D., Senior Advisor, Research and

Strategy and Director, Institute of International Education (IIE)

• Dr. Barry Craig, President, Huron University, Canada• Mr. Santanu Das, Sarala Birla Academy, Bangalore, Principal• Mr. Manit Jain, Co-Founder, Heritage Group of Schools,

India• Dr. Vinnie Jauhari, Ph.D., Director Education Advocacy,

Microsoft India• Mr. Karthik Krishnan, Britannica Group, U.S., Global Chief

Executive Officer• Dr. Bhimaraya Metri, Indian Institute of Management,

Tiruchirappalli, India, Director • Mrs. Rupkatha Sarkar, La Martiniere for Girls, Kolkata,

Principal• Ms. Manika Sharma, The Shri Ram Schools, New Delhi,

Director• Mrs. Lata Vaidyanathan, TERI Prakriti School, India, Director;

National Bal Bhavan, Member - Board of Management; Mind Champions Learning Systems Ltd., Director

• Dr. John Wilkerson, Indiana University, U.S., Director of International Admissions

Outreach and Social Media Committee• Ms. Lisa Jain, Volunteer, IC3 Conference, India (Committee

Co-Chair)• Mr. Ragh Singh, Program Manager Strategic Global

Initiatives, Center for International Education, Northern Arizona University (Co-Chair), U.S.

• Ms. Sadhana Badrinath, Regional Marketing Counselor, FLAME University, Lavale, Pune, India

• Ms. Khushboo Taparia Bedi, Coordinator Samcara- The Career Counseling Cell, The Sanskaar Valley School, India

• Ms. Devyani Bhatnagar, College Counselor, Sanskar School, India

• Mr. Vatsal Chandra, Regional Officer, University of Essex, England

• Mr. Christopher Coupland, Director of International Undergraduate Enrolment, Queen's University, Canada

• Ms. Lisa Cowan, Director - International, Bond University, Australia

• Mr. Noah Dvorak, IB Diploma Programme Coordinator, International School Dhaka, Bangladesh

• Ms. Bridget Herrera, High School/College Counselor, and Past President of International ACAC, American International School of Dhaka, Bangladesh

• Mrs. Geeta Jayanth, Principal, Legacy School Bangalore, India

• Ms. Jamie Kanki, Head of Student Engagement and Partnerships, Concourse Global, U.S.

• Ms. Kanchi Khanna, Director - Communications and Outreach, Krea University, India

• Ms. Alisha Koumphol, Admissions/Liaison Officer, Ryerson University, Canada

• Mr. Jim McLaughlin, Interim Director - International Students & Scholars Services and Associate Director - Undergraduate Admissions Enrollment Management & Student Success, Drexel University, U.S.

• Ms. Sheena Mehta, Director: U.K., Ireland and Channel Islands, IE University, Spain

• Ms. Praseeja Nambiar, Career and Guidance Counselor, Stonehill International School, India

• Mr. John Nesbitt, Strategic Engagement Manager, Duolingo English Test at Duolingo, U.S.

• Ms. Petra Orent, Senior Associate Director of Admissions, Franklin University Switzerland

• Ms. Shivangi Panchal, School Counselor, Ahmedabad International School, India

• Ms. Sanjukta Poddar, Guidance Counsellor, Calcutta International School, India

• Mr. Surender Sachdeva, Principal, Delhi Public School, Bopal, Ahmedabad, India

• Ms. Sudarshana Shukla, Career Guidance Counselor and Head of Learning Resource Centre, The Cathedral and John Connon School, India

• Mr. Frederico Silva, Northwestern University, Qatar, Manager of Strategic Recruitment, Qatar

• Ms. Amrita Singh, Academic Counselor - International Baccalaureate Diploma Program, Ullens School, Nepal

• Ms. Victoria Steele, Associate Director, International Market Development, Brock University, Canada

• Ms. Teji Varghese, Academic Guidance Counselor, Jamnabai Narsee School, India

• Mr. Ankur Vohra, Head-Outreach & International Admissions, O.P. Jindal Global University, India


Outreach and Social Media Committee, Continued• Mr. Mahesh Yanambakkam, Senior Regional Manager,

University of Reading, U.K.• Ms. Hemalathaa Yuvaraj, Career Counselor, Pathways

School-Gurgaon, Gurugram, India

Content and Research Committee• Ms. Amrita Ghulati, Committee Co-Chair, Head of Career

Counselling Centre, The Shri Ram School, New Delhi, India• Ms. Asma Ansari, Dean CIE and Placements, The Daly

College, Indore, India• Ms. Tanushree Bhattacharya, Senior Recruiter & Advisor,

International Student Initiative Office, University of British Columbia, India

• Ms. Anne Corriveau, Director of International Admissions, Boston University, U.S.

• Mr. Joshua Craig, Recruitment Officer, University of Toronto, Canada

• Ms. Soma Dam, College Guidance Counselor, Suncity School Gurugram, India

• Mr. Shiladitya Ghosh, Director-Principal, NH Goel World School, Raipur, India

• Ms. Shilpa Gupta, Vice Principal & Guidance Counselor, Neerja Modi School, Jaipur, India

• Ms. Ravinder Kaur, IB Diploma Programme Coordinator, Mahatma Gandhi International School, India

• Dr. Nilesh Khare, Dean, Executive & Distance Education & Professor of Strategy, Jagran Lakecity University, Bhopal, India

• Ms. Hansa Sachdeva, Director, Office of Admissions and Financial Aid, Ahmedabad University, India

• Mr. Joe Tavares, High School Counselor, Jakarta Intercultural School, Indonesia

• Ms. Audrey Teo, Interim Deputy Manager, CBE International Student Recruitment and Partnerships, The Australian National University, Australia

• Mr. Arvind Vepa, Student Recruitment Marketing, University College London, U.K.

• Ms. Shikha Vij, Career Guidance & Behavioural Counsellor, Step By Step School, Noida, India

Inclusion, Diversity and Scholarship Committee• Dr. Pavak Vyas, Head - Admissions and Outreach, Anant

National University, India (Committee Co-Chair)• Dr. Jyoti Gupta, Principal, Delhi Public School Ghaziabad,

India (Committee Co-Chair)• Mr. Sameer Arora, Vice Principal, Legacy School

Bangalore, India• Mr. Christopher A. Flores, Associate Dean of Admission,

Director of International Recruitment, Hamilton College, U.S.

• Mr. Anthony Culver, Marketing Manager, Fraser International College, Canada

• Mr. Abhinav Gogoi, Head of Careers, The Assam Valley School, Assam, India

• Ms. Olivia K. Ireland, Admission Counselor, Denison University, U.S.

• Mr. Jim Miller, Former Director of Admissions at University of Wisconsin-Superior and Vice President & Dean of Student Development and Enrollment at Northland College, NACAC Past President (2009-12) and Board of Directors NACAC (2005-08), U.S.

• Ms. Smriti Singh, Study Abroad Coordinator, City Montessori School, Lucknow, India

• Dr. Bhavanishankar Subramanian, Senior Principal, Lalaji Memorial Omega International School, Chennai, India

• Ms. Pragati Pandey, University Counselor, Aga Khan Academy, Hyderabad, India

Registration Committee• Ms. Nitina Dua, Program Leader, Career Guidance Centre,

Shiv Nadar School, Noida, India (Committee Chair) • Ms. Vanee Gopalan, Teacher & International Project

Coordinator, Delhi Public School Bangalore-South, India• Ms. Rama Devi Potnuru, Admissions and Career Counselor,

Delhi Public School, Anandapuram, Visakhapatnam, India• Ms. Lakshmi Prabha Senthil, Career Counselor, CS

Academy, Coimbatore, India

2019 IC3 Presidential Forum Committee• Ms. Michelle Whittingham, Committee Co-Chair, Associate

Vice Chancellor of Enrollment Management, University of California, Santa Cruz, U.S.

• Mrs. Rupa Chakravarty, Committee Co-Chair, Director, Suncity Schools, Gurugram, India

• Mrs. Leena Aparajit, Executive Director, Shiv Nadar School, Noida, India

• Mr. Craig Alan Johnson, Head of School, American School of Bombay, Mumbai, India

• Mr. Swaraj Nandan, Director and Co-founder, KIC UnivAssist, U.S.

• Dr. Sundar Ramaswamy, Vice Chancellor, Krea University, India

2019 IC3 Conference Host School Committee• Ms. Fiona Reynolds, Committee Chair, Deputy Head of

School, American School of Bombay, India• Ms. Supriya Atal, Head International Curriculum, The

Bombay International School, India• Mr. Abhimanyu Basu, Deputy Head and Academic Project

Director, Dhirubhai Ambani International School, India• Mrs. Shoma Bhattacharya, Vice Principal and IB Diploma

Programme Coordinator, SVKM International School, India• Ms. Rekha Chabria, University Guidance, Mentor & Spanish

Teacher, The Bombay International School, India• Mr. Ian Davies, Head of School, Garodia International

Centre for Learning Mumbai, India• Ms. Surabhi Goel, CEO, Aditya Birla World Academy, India• Ms. Tiffany A. Goulet, Secondary School Counselor,

Oberoi International School, Mumbai, India

CONFERENCECOMMITTEES2019 IC3 Conference Host School Committee, Continued• Mr. Prodipta Hore, Program Director, Aditya Birla World

Academy, India• Dr. Anudnya Kalgutkar Irani, University Liaison Officer,

SVKM International School, India• Mr. Harish Luharuka, Director, Academics, Universal

Education Group, India• Mrs. Kavita Malhotra, Principal, The Universal School,

Ghatkopar, India• Mr. Shim Mathew, Director - Academic Operations |

Initiatives & International Partnerships, VIBGYOR Group of Schools, India

• Mrs. Rakhi Mukherjee, Principal, Utpal Shanghvi Global School, India

• Mrs. Abha Dharam Pal, CEO, Utpal Shanghvi Global School, India

• Ms. Avni Parekh, Career Counselor, VIBGYOR Group of Schools, India

• Ms. Pinky Pujara, Director, Universal Education Group, India• Mr. Matthew C. Ruffle, Director of Institutional

Advancement, American School of Bombay, India• Dr. Sonia Soni, Head Career Guidance Counselor, Aditya

Birla World Academy, India • Ms. Suchetha Vasant, University Guidance Counsellor,

Garodia International Center for Learning Mumbai, India

Ranked 15th in the world for research influence in 2018–19 Times Higher Education World University Rankings.

Produced the first working draft of the human genome, supporting researchers worldwide.

Named among the world’s most beautiful college campuses by Forbes magazine, alongside universities such as Oxford, Stanford, and Princeton.

Campus safety is a top priority of our chancellor and chief of police.

ucsc.edu

San Francisco

Los Angeles

Silicon Valley

UC Santa Cruz

Thank you for your commitment to helping students realize their potential and find a campus where they can achieve their dreams. The world is a better place because of you and your students.

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• Undergraduate student recruitment tours

• Small group format• Individual focus on high school visits

and counselor interactions

Hosts 10+ Student Recruitment Tours

Visits 200+High Schools Worldwide

Impacts 30,000+High School Students

Proud to support the IC3 Conference

For Universities

[email protected] • www.univassist.com • +1 (201) 626-6651

• Host global universities at your school• Workshops for students on careers,

study abroad and more• Professional development and

Counselor Tours to the U.S.

Each year, UnivAssist:

Partnering with

175+ global universities

Actively engaging

35+countries

For Counselors

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Ranked 15th in the world for research influence in 2018–19 Times Higher Education World University Rankings.

Produced the first working draft of the human genome, supporting researchers worldwide.

Named among the world’s most beautiful college campuses by Forbes magazine, alongside universities such as Oxford, Stanford, and Princeton.

Campus safety is a top priority of our chancellor and chief of police.

ucsc.edu

San Francisco

Los Angeles

Silicon Valley

UC Santa Cruz

Thank you for your commitment to helping students realize their potential and find a campus where they can achieve their dreams. The world is a better place because of you and your students.

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28-29AUGUST

2019

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2020Annual

Conference

26-27AUGUST2020 DELHIregister at www.ic3conference.com

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