Anne Conlon

2720 W. Agatite Ave., Chicago, IL 60625

847-915-1362

atconlon@gmail.com

Education
Loyola University Chicago
August 2014 December 2016
M.Ed. in Higher Education; Research interests: International students, study abroad
Academic Work: Student Development through Experiential Learning; Motivating Factors
for Chinese International Student Enrollments at U.S. Institutions; Evaluation Proposal for
the Chicago Center Program at Loyola University Chicago
Study abroad at the John Felice Rome Center in July 2015 for Master coursework
The University of Iowa
August 2008 May 2012
B.A., French Language; B.A., International Studies European Studies Concentration;
International Business Certificate coursework Development & Economics Concentration
GPA: 3.54, Honors, Deans List
Senior Thesis: Education in French Guiana: Language and Identity
Institut Catholique de Paris
September 2010-June 2011
Paris, France exchange student at private university
Courses in French language about Political Science, History, and Geography

Relevant Work Experience

Northwestern University
October 2016 Present
International Relations Coordinator and Executive Assistant to the Vice President
Manage projects for the Vice President of International Relations
Provide administrative support to the Office of International Relations
Coordinate events and programs as designated
Arrange meetings and accommodations for international visitors to campus
Organize logistics for travel and conferences
Manage departmental finances
Set and maintain budget for international efforts
Loyola University Chicago, Office of the Provost
July 2013 October 2016
Administrative Assistant, Global Initiatives
Support international student group excursions to U.S. cities for the Chicago Center program
Direct program marketing for the Matteo Ricci Scholars study abroad program
Develop materials to assist students in applying to the Ricci Scholars program
Initiate outreach and conduct information sessions for Ricci Scholars program
Assist with student outreach at study abroad fairs
Assist Vice Provost in organization and support of projects
Support administration at the Beijing Center, Vietnam Center, and Rome Center
Prepare and manage various Centers logistics and budgets
Organize logistics for conferences and seminars
Arrange meetings and accommodations for international visitors to campus
Support Provost in international travel logistics such as visas and passports

Loyola University Chicago, English Language Learning Program

January 2016 May 2016
Student Coordinator Intern
Manage the Student Leadership Committee to empower ELL students in creating events
Coordinate events specific towards the ELL student population on Loyolas campus
Promote service-learning opportunities for ELL students
Assist in coordinating the English Retreat, an off-site experiential learning experience
Assist in English placement testing and troubleshoot issues
French Ministry of Education
October 2012 May 2013
3 rue Sincaire, Nice, France, 06300
English Language Teaching Assistant
Taught reading, writing, speaking, and comprehension to French junior high school students
Developed original presentations, activities, and lesson plans about American culture
Taught formal grammar and encouraged class participation
Worked with 8 classes of students of varying ages
Collaborated with English teachers to improve curriculum and classroom activities
University of Iowa, Office for Study Abroad
Aug 2009 May 2010; July 2011 May 2012
Study Abroad Peer Advisor
Advised students in choosing a study abroad program which suits their curricular needs
Counseled students about study abroad programs and policies
Maintained relations with program providers such as USAC
Promoted study abroad by tabling and presenting at various events throughout the university
Presented about the experiential learning process associated with study abroad
Assisted Study Abroad Advisors with various tasks as needed
College Jules Romains
January 2011 May 2011
5 rue Cler, Paris, France, 75007
English Language Teaching Assistant
Taught reading, writing, speaking, and comprehension to French junior high school students
Developed original presentations, activities, and lesson plans about American culture
Created the English Club for students to improve their English
Iowa City Foreign Relations Council
September 2008 May 2009
Events Coordination Intern
Prepared luncheon events for an intellectual community group focused on foreign relations
Greeted international guest speakers such as foreign dignitaries and accomplished diplomats
Recorded received checks and prepared account reports
Performed secretarial and administrative duties

Community Engagement
French Tutor for the HighSight Program a nonprofit whose mission is to provide Chicago students
from low socioeconomic backgrounds access to quality secondary education
Advisor for International Baccalaureate, Middle Years Programme a project to encourage high school
students to engage their academic interest with the community at Senn High School
Volunteer for Best Buddies International a nonprofit dedicated to engagement for people with
intellectual and developmental disabilities

Professional Skills

Skilled in working with students in secondary and higher education

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
High aptitude for writing and communication
Proficient in French language
Nominee for the Rising Star Staff Award at Loyola University Chicago, 2015
Completion of Education Abroad Advising course through NAFSA