Biography: Nick Bowman is the Systems Manager in the Office for Education Abroad and is responsible for the management of the enrollment management system, Via Global. In this role, Nick provides oversight, maintenance, troubleshooting, policies and procedures, training, and data collection/analysis/reporting related to Via Global. Additionally, he coordinates programs in the College of Education and assists the Marketing and Communication Team with student advising and events as needed. Prior to coming to Michigan State, Nick worked in Toyohashi, Japan as an educator. He holds a BS in Philosophy from Central Michigan University and brings more than 10 years of experience in different information technology roles. While not at work, Nick is an avid fan of board games, disc golf, and bicycling.

Biography: Jennifer Brewer has been leading the Tanzania Partnership Program (TPP) at Michigan State University as Assistant Director for Community Development and Partnerships since 2017. Her role centers on transforming strategic, sustainable community development proposals into actionable projects. These initiatives have significantly improved quality of life for over 10,000 individuals in rural Tanzania, showcasing her skill in steering complex interdisciplinary international collaborations and building effective multicultural teams. Before her tenure with TPP, Jennifer worked in International Studies and Programs coordinating international development grants and overseeing various international fellowship programs for students. Her efforts were instrumental in promoting global understanding and nurturing cross-cultural research opportunities, highlighting her commitment to international education and relations. Jennifer holds a Doctorate in Education Administration with a focus on Higher, Adult, and Lifelong Education, a Graduate Certificate in Teaching and Learning in Higher Education, and a master's degree in Anthropology from Michigan State University. Her academic and professional journey, combined with extensive field experience in the U.S. and sub-Saharan Africa, demonstrate her dedication to creating sustainable change and advancing the mission of international education both within and outside the university.

Biography: Jennifer Brewer has been leading the Tanzania Partnership Program (TPP) at Michigan State University as Assistant Director for Community Development and Partnerships since 2017. Her role centers on transforming strategic, sustainable community development proposals into actionable projects. These initiatives have significantly improved quality of life for over 10,000 individuals in rural Tanzania, showcasing her skill in steering complex interdisciplinary international collaborations and building effective multicultural teams. Before her tenure with TPP, Jennifer worked in International Studies and Programs coordinating international development grants and overseeing various international fellowship programs for students. Her efforts were instrumental in promoting global understanding and nurturing cross-cultural research opportunities, highlighting her commitment to international education and relations. Jennifer holds a Doctorate in Education Administration with a focus on Higher, Adult, and Lifelong Education, a Graduate Certificate in Teaching and Learning in Higher Education, and a master's degree in Anthropology from Michigan State University. Her academic and professional journey, combined with extensive field experience in the U.S. and sub-Saharan Africa, demonstrate her dedication to creating sustainable change and advancing the mission of international education both within and outside the university.

Biography: Charla M. Burnett is a social scientist and research methodologist that focuses on citizen's science and resource allocation using geospatial technologies. She coordinates multilateral and bilateral international development projects from proposal development to implementation and evaluation. Her policy research and program design spans migration, the environment, and conflict resolution with experience working with international organizations in the Middle East and West Africa. She currently supports Michigan State University's International Development Research Agenda as a USAID Proposal Development Specialist for the department of Global Innovations in Development, Engagement, and Scholarship (Global IDEAS) where she facilitates multi-college/industry program design and proposal development.