Faculty & Staff
September 2, 2022 2023-09-18 21:54Faculty & Staff
AIU Family
Atlantic International University is justly proud of its Academic Advisors. Their qualifications and expertise allow us to assert that your program will be evaluated by recognized specialists in the discipline, with extensive academic experience. The advisors responsibility is to guide the student through the key steps of the academic program. Following is a partial list of current Advisors.
Dr. Edgar Colon
Position: Academic Advisor
Phone: 1 800 993 0066
Email: [email protected]
Categories: Academy, AIU Staff
Location: Honolulu, United States
With excellent background in the sciences and medicine, Dr. Colon brings exquisite knowledge and insight into the world of Medicine, Radiology and Health Science. He has been honored with the Southwest Asia Service Medal, for his participation in the Persian Gulf War. Among others of his achievements, is his own published Dissertation work; Dr. Colon has contributed with research, in the area of kids with respiratory disease, implementing new perspectives to the field, and study of this area. At AIU, we are proud to have Faculty such as Dr. Edgar Colon, who bring so much input and dedication to our students.
Education/ Special Training:
2004 Atlantic International University, Hawaii, USA
Doctor of Philosophy,
Major in Health Science “Summa Cum Laude”
School of Science and Engineering
1998 Medical Science Campus, University of Puerto Rico
Master in Public Health,
Major in Epidemiology
1992 Bachelor in Health Sciences,
Major in Health Services Administration
Medical Science Campus, University of Puerto Rico
1989 Medical Science Campus, University of Puerto Rico
Associate Degree in Radiologic Technology,
1999 Medical Science Campus, University of Puerto Rico
Certificate in Computed Tomography,
2000 Certificate in Magnetic Resonance Imaging,
Medical Imaging Consultant, Inc.
Languages:
Spanish: Good writing / Good conversation /
English: Good writing / Good conversation /
Experience:
2005– Present Atlantic International University
Honolulu, Hi
Academic Advisor
07-2001- Present Caribbean Central University of Puerto Rico
Bayamón, Puerto Rico
Professor
11/92 – Present One Veterans Plaza
US Veterans Administration Hospital
San Juan, Puerto Rico
Radiology Technologist
07/2001 – Present Caribbean Central University of Puerto Rico
Bayamón, Puerto Rico
Clinical Instructor and Evaluator
Computed Tomography and Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Certificates Students
01/2000 – 05/2000 University of the East
Radiology Technology Program
Carolina, Puerto Rico
07/1989 – 11/1992 Pediatric University Hospital
PR Medical Center
San Juan, Puerto Rico
Radiology Technician
03/1989 – 05/1991 201st. Evacuation Hospital PRANG
Camp Santiago, Salinas, Puerto Rico
Patient Administration Specialist
Awards and Publications:
1992 Persian Gulf Veteran,
Southwest Asia Service Medal,
W/2 Bronze Stars
Continuing Education Program Catalog
Metropolitan University of Puerto Rico
Dissertations: Appropriate Uses of Contrast Media in Radiology
Security Aspects Related with Magnetic Resonance
Research
Risk Factors for Hospitalization in Infants with Respiratory
Scinsital Virus Infection, 1999
Aeroallergen Evaluation in Homes of Asthmatic Children in
PR, 2000 Investigator, Dr. José R. Rodríguez Santana, MD, FAAP
Other qualifications:
Speaker
Metropolitan University of Puerto Rico
Continuing Education Program
Conferences: Basic Principles of Computed Tomography
Basic Principles of Magnetic Resonance
Appropriate Uses of Diagnostic Clinic Imaging
Medical Science Campus, University of Puerto Rico
Continuing Education Program
Health Allied Professions
Conference: Appropriate Uses of X-rays, Computed Tomograph
and Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Collaborator
Radiologic Technology Program
Medical Science Campus, University of Puerto Rico
Curriculums Designer for the Diagnostic Images Bachelor Degree
Proposal
Radiologic Technology Program
Caribbean Central University of Puerto Rico
Consultant for the Computed Tomography and Magnetic
Resonance Certificates
Consultant for the Diagnostic Images Bachelor Degree Proposal
Commonwealth of Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico Council of Higher Education
Consultant for the Bachelor in Health Sciences with a
Concentration in Computed Tomography and Magnetic
Resonance Imaging, Interamerican University of Puerto Rico,
Ponce PR
Dr. Lucia Gorea
Position: Academic Advisor
Phone: 1 800 993 0066
Email: [email protected]
Categories: Academy, AIU Staff
Location: Honolulu, United States
Dr. Lucia Gorea is an award-winning poet, widely published writer, literary translator and English/ESL professor. Lucia is the author of several poetry and English specialty books, such as ESL Games and Classroom Activities-An Interactive Activity Book for All Ages, (Llumina Press), Welcome to America! A Practical Guide to Life Survival Skills, (Authorhouse), and Journey Through My Soul,(First Choice Books), a collection of love and mystical poems. With degrees in Philology, English, French, and Education, Dr. Gorea has taught extensive courses in English Literature and English as a Second Language in universities and colleges across the United States, Canada, and Europe. We at AIU are very proud of having Lucia as part of our faculty.
HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS:
- Faculty and Academic Advisor at Atlantic International University
- Teacher Trainer in TESL, Vancouver, Canada
- More than twenty years’ experience of teaching English/ESL and Education, courses to adults, as well managing positions such as coordinator, academic advisor and director
- Language, Literacy and Curriculum developer at Mosaic Language Centre
- Supervises/Advises TESL students and helps them with lesson planning and curriculum designs
- Motivated, enthusiastic, efficient and extremely organized
- Monitors student progress and submits reports in a timely manner
- Works extremely well under pressure and without supervision
- Key note speaker at Language Professionals: The 8th Symposium of Translation, Interpretation and Terminology, Havana, Cuba, 2012: Lost in Translation: Beyond Words
- Poet and writer of fiction and non-fiction, as well as translator with 14 books published and available on amazon.com and other online book retailers
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ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE:
- Faculty/Academic Advisor – Atlantic International University, USA, 2007-present (online)
- Lecturer/Faculty – English Language Institute, UBC (Fridays only) 2006- present
- English Instructor at MOSAIC Language Centres, Vancouver, 2011 – present (online and classroom teaching)
- TESL Instructor and Curriculum Developer at Western Town College, Vancouver, 2006-2007
- English Instructor/Director- Portland Community College, Portland, OR 1998-2004 (both online and classroom teaching)
- English Professor– Marylhurst University, Portland, OR 2000 (online and classroom teaching)
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EDUCATION:
- Ph.D. in English and Education, Atlantic International University
- B.A/Professional Certification in Teaching English as a Second Language, Canada
- M.A. /Diploma in English and Philology, University of Bucharest, Romania
- Society of Translators and Interpreters BC (STIBC) – Certified Translator and Interpreter
- Canadian Translators, Terminologists and Interpreters Council (CTTIC) Translator and Interpreter
- ELSA Professional Development, Canada
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PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATES:
- TESL Canada, Vancouver, BC
- CASAS Assessment Workshop for Adult Basic Education Instructors-Salem, Oregon
- Certificate of Completion – Civics, Oregon Professional Development
- Certificate of Appreciation for Valuing Diversity and Multiculturalism- Mt. Hood Community College
- Accent Modification Course for ESL Instructors- Portland, Oregon
- Heron Books Reading Certificate for Elementary Teachers-Portland, Oregon
- Heron Books Mathematics Certificate for Elementary Teachers –Portland, Oregon
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PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS:
- BC TEAL-Teaching English as a Second Language, Vancouver, BC
- Federation of Canadian Poets, Toronto, ON
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PUBLISHED BOOKS: Fiction and Non-fiction
- Dracula-Count of Darkness – Historical fiction – Black Opal Books, 2015
- Yukon, the Polar Bear – Publish America, 2010
- Speak English for Success – ESL Conversations, Dialogues and Topics, First Choice Books, 2008
- Journey Through My Soul, Selected Poems, First Choice Books, 2006
- ESL Games and Classroom Activities. An Interactive Activity Book for All Ages, Llumina Press, 2005
- Welcome to America! A Practical Guide to Life Survival Skills. Case Studies, Authorhouse, 2004
- Poetry and Fairy Tales – Eight literary translations
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COORDINATOR OF MULTICULTURAL EVENTS:
- Founder and host of multilingual/multicultural poetry reading series, Poetry Around the World, at Indigo – West Vancouver, BC
- Founder and host of multicultural reading series, Poetry Around the World, at Chapters -Vancouver, BC
- Coordinator of multicultural workshop at Borders -Beaverton, OR
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AWARDS:
- Certificate of Appreciation for Excellence in Teaching, Mt. Hood Community College
- Shakespeare Trophy of Excellence, Famous Poets Society
- Distinguished Poet and Writer Award, Richmond, BC
- Outstanding Achievement in Poetry, International Society of Poets
- Presidents’ Award for Literary Excellence, National Author’s Registry
- International Poetry of Merit Award, International Library of Poets
- Editor’s Choice Award, International Library of Poets
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COMPUTER SKILLS:
- Microsoft Word, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Reader, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Power Point, Microsoft Front Page, Office Desktop and Surfing the Web
Languages:
English: Excellent writing / excellent communication
French: Good writing / Good communication
Spanish: Fair writing / Fair communication
Romanian: Excellent writing / excellent communication
Hungarian: Good writing / Good communication
Chinese: Basic Communication
Dr. Nilani Ljunggren
Position: Academic Advisor
Phone: 1 800 993 0066
Email: [email protected]
Categories: Academy, AIU Staff
Location: Honolulu, United States
Nilani Ljunggren De Silva, PhD
Researcher
EDUCATION: Ph.D. in Human & Social Science, Atlantic International University, USA (2008)
MA in International Pedagogy Stockholm University
MA in Mass Communication, Leicester University, UK
Sociology Bachelor and Magister, Stockholm University
SPECIALIZATIONS: Development, Education, Post Conflict Studies, Women studies, Gender, Decentralisation, Globalisation, Migration, Governance, Democracy, Human Right framework to analyse Education, Diversity and teacher education, Inclusive education, Civil Society & Social and cultural Capital.
Computer skills: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook,
and familiar with Microsoft Project.
PUBLICATIONS:
Books:
2005 Documentary Novel: Monsoon Dream/
Woman’s battle in Conflicts: (Book Surge Publishing USA
2nd edition: Vijitha Yapa Publishing, Sri Lanka
2008 Abuse of Immigrant Brides: How to tackle the Problem?
(Publisher: Stockholm University)
Work in progress Comparative Study: Girls Education in Post Conflict:
Sierra Leone & Liberia- PhD Thesis (Atlantic International
University Publication, USA)
Female Voices from the Battle Field in Liberia
Ethnographic Field work-composing as poetries
Articles Flickors kamp för utbildning I Liberia
Education in Post Conflict countires-African Affairs –Focus Africa published in May 2009.
Papers
Present at Södertörns University- Stockholm
International Nordic Seminar on Social Movements
Conferences: “Women Migration & Social Mobility”
Nordic African Institute- Uppsala
“Female Circumcision & Polygamy: Young women
Challenges culture in Post war transition: Liberia & Sierra
Leone”
Nordic Africa Institute –Denmark
“Millennium Development Goals
Challenges & Possibilities”
SIDA- Global Challenge in Research Corporation
“A Gender Framework for Education Policy Dialogues:
Women, Education & Development
Lectures: Feminist analysis on Field of Gender, Development & Education: Institute of International Education
University of Stockholm
Work Experiences:
2008-2009 Researcher, Stockholm University
2008-2009 Open University Sri Lanka, Visiting Lecturer & Course designer masters level in sociology
2008 Scholarship holder programme Office
SIDA, Sweden
2008 Guest Researcher at Nanjala
University, Sierra Leone (June-Aug)
2008-10-16 Scholarship Holder, Nordic African University
(September-October, 2008)
2004-2008 Link Publishing, Book Reviewer and Publishing Coordinator (parallel with PhD programme)
2001-2002 Worked as an Administrator at Botswana Embassy.
1995-2000 Worked as a Media Researcher in the Columbus Publishing Company- publishing House, in London, UK.
1990- 1995 Work as a Press and Public Relation Officer at Sri Lanka Embassy in Stockholm- Liaison with various relevant NGOs and developed assistant organisation: SIDA, DANIDA and FINNIDIA.
1986-1989 Worked as a Project Assistant at USAID in Sri Lanka-US Embassy, mainly dealt with development projects funded by USA in rural areas in Sri Lanka.
Voluntary work: Work as a voluntary for the Red Cross (prison visits) in Sweden followed two Red Cross voluntary courses.
Work with women shelter movement in Stockholm
Dr. Mohammad Shaidul
Position: Academic Advisor
Phone: 1 800 993 0066
Email: [email protected]
Categories: Academy, AIU Staff
Location: Honolulu, United States
Mohammad is one of our Academic Advisors at AIU. He has multiple degrees in the field of Chemical Engineering and has assisted students in the past in this field. He has been working as an Academic Advisor at AIU, USA since November 2013 and has supervised more than 50 students (chemical and environmental disciplines of B.Sc, Msc, and Ph.D courses) in completing their academic program at AIU. We are very proud to have Mohammad as part of our faculty team.
Education/ Special Training:
Atlantic International University
Academic Advisor
PhD in Chemical Engineering
Chalmers University of Technology
MSc in Chemical and Environmental Engineering
Bangladesh University of Engineering & Technology
BSc in Chemical Engineering
Languages:
English: Good Writing/ Good Conversation
French: Good Writing/ Good Conversation
Swedish: Good Writing/ Good Conversation
Work/Volunteer Experience:
2004-Present
Atlantic International University
Honolulu, HI
Academic Advisor
University of Sydney
Teaching Assistant
Undergraduate Course Tutor
Chemical Engineer
Scientific Officer
Projects Completed:
- Experimental work and modeling of membrane ozonation process for the separation of Endocrine Disruption Chemicals (EDCs) from water and waste water at The Kong University of science and Technology (HKUST), jointly finance by UGC, Hong Kong and Veolia Environment, France.
- Transmission losses characterization and minimization in biodegradable Microstructured Polymer Optical Fiber (MPOF) at the department of chemical engineering collaboration with Optical Fiber Technology Centre (OFTC), University of Sydney, AUSTRALIA.
- Mathematical modeling of Biofilm for biological Waste water treatment at the University of Sydney.
- Master’s thesis on: “Supercritical Water Oxidation of sewage sludge/waste water treatment for the 21st century in South Asia studied by ASPEN simulation”. I have also conducted a case study on the limit of district heating in Gothenburg-studied by life cycle methodology (LCA). This was a study on environmental performance of a particular process.
- In my Undergraduate Thesis I successfully completed my thesis on SIMULATION OF GAS PROCESSING PLANT by HYSIS SIMULATOR. I have designed a 40 MT/D Toilet soap plant taking Lever brothers as a model.
ACTIVITIES AND INTERESTS:
- Member, Sveriges Ingenjörer (The Swedish Association of Graduate Engineers) (Membership ID: 10552647)
- Member, Institute of Engineers Bangladesh, IEB (M-18815)
- Members, Chalmers ingenjör förening (Sweden)
Web site links for his publications are:
- Book: https://www.lap-publishing.com/catalog/details//store/ru/book/978-3-659-51253-7/ozonolysis-technique-to-treat-endocrine-disruption-chemicals(LAP LAMBERT Academic Publishing, OmniScriptum GmbH & Co. KG, Germany)
Journals:
- https://sites.google.com/site/photonxing/home/journal-of-water-research(Journal of Water Research, Photon, Impact Factor: 3.15)
- http://www.banglajol.info/index.php/JCE/article/view/7238(Journal of Chemical Engineering, IEB, DOI: 10.3329/jce.v25i0.7238)
- https://sites.google.com/site/photonjournalresearch/home/journal-of-water-research(Journal of Water Research, Photon, Impact Factor: 3.15)
- http://ejournalofsciences.org/archive/vol2no10/vol2no10_12.pdf(International Journal of Science and Technology, IJST)
- http://ejournalofsciences.org/archive/vol2no4/vol2no4_12.pdf(International Journal of Science and Technology, IJST)
- http://www.inderscience.com/info/inarticle.php?artid=64428(Journal of Oil, Gas and Coal Technology (IJOGCT), 2014. Impact Factor: 0.43)
Dr. Randall Raus
Position: Academic Advisor
Phone: 1 800 993 0066
Email: [email protected]
Categories: Academy, AIU Staff
Location: Honolulu, United States
Randall is an Academic Advisor at AIU. He is a very hard worker, and always gives the best of himself. These qualities make him the perfect fit for our students, because his passion is to help the students to follow their dream of continuing an education. We are very proud to have Randall as part of our team of advisors.
Education/Special Training
2009 Atlantic International University
Ph.D. Computer Engineering
California State University at Long Beach (CSULB)
1993 – Masters Computer Engineering
1985 – Bachelors Computer Science & Engineering
1970 – Bachelors Mathematics
Languages:
English: Good Writing / Good Conversation
Experience:
2009- Present Atlantic International University
Academic Advisor
1996-2009
Freelance Technical Editor/Writer
Computer Consultant
1985-1996
Telecommunications Engineer – VoCal Telecommunications
1975-1982
Statistician – City of Detroit
Published Books (Research & Education Association):
2002 – The Best Test Preparation for the Engineer in Training Exam
2001 – Super Review of Computer Networks
2000 – Java Super Review
1998 – Essentials of Computer Science II
1997 – Essentials of Computer Science I
Dr. Darian Schiffman
Position: Academic Advisor
Phone: 1 800 993 0066
Email: [email protected]
Categories: Academy, AIU Staff
Location: Honolulu, United States
Silvia is one of our Academic Advisors at AIU. As an alumni she knows firsthand how our programs works and has the ability to help our students succeed in achieving their goals. She is a great fit to our academic team and we are proud to have her.
Education/ Special Training:
Atlantic International University
Doctorate in Political Science
Atlantic International University
Master in Political Science
Atlantic International University
Bachelor in Political Science
Certificate in Strategic Planning- Attorney College of Guatemala
Seminar in “National Security Planning Workshop- NSPW”-
National Defense University Studies, in Washington, D.C.
Seminar in “Evaluation of Strategic Security Plan Objectives of the Nation”
National Defense University, Washington, D.C
Political Defense and Strategy Course
National Defense University, Washington, D.C
Seminar in “Progress of the National Security System”
National Defense University, Washington, D.C
Certificate in National Security Systerm Functions
Languages:
Italian: Good Writing/ Good Conversation
Spanish: Good Writing/ Good Conversation
Work/Volunteer Experience:
2004-Present
Atlantic International University
Honolulu, HI
Academic Advisor
Centurion Security
Consultant and Marketing Manager
Advisor of the Planning Advisory Commission and the National Security Council
National Defense University
Vice-president of the Alumni Association
National Defense University
Investigative Assistant in Security
INEES
Subdirector to the International Corporation and Academic Development
INAP
Professional Advisor
Educational Ministry in Germany
Public Worker
TRANSFAIR Products
Spinnrad Employee
Universidad Popular of Stuttgart, Germany
Spanish Professor
Universidad Popular of Friedberg, Germany
Spanish Professor
Dr. Silvia Restorff
Position: Academic Advisor
Phone: 1 800 993 0066
Email: [email protected]
Categories: Academy, AIU Staff
Location: Honolulu, United States
Silvia is one of our Academic Advisors at AIU. As an alumni she knows firsthand how our programs works and has the ability to help our students succeed in achieving their goals. She is a great fit to our academic team and we are proud to have her.
Education/ Special Training:
Atlantic International University
Doctorate in Political Science
Atlantic International University
Master in Political Science
Atlantic International University
Bachelor in Political Science
Certificate in Strategic Planning- Attorney College of Guatemala
Seminar in “National Security Planning Workshop- NSPW”-
National Defense University Studies, in Washington, D.C.
Seminar in “Evaluation of Strategic Security Plan Objectives of the Nation”
National Defense University, Washington, D.C
Political Defense and Strategy Course
National Defense University, Washington, D.C
Seminar in “Progress of the National Security System”
National Defense University, Washington, D.C
Certificate in National Security Systerm Functions
Languages:
Italian: Good Writing/ Good Conversation
Spanish: Good Writing/ Good Conversation
Work/Volunteer Experience:
2004-Present
Atlantic International University
Honolulu, HI
Academic Advisor
Centurion Security
Consultant and Marketing Manager
Advisor of the Planning Advisory Commission and the National Security Council
National Defense University
Vice-president of the Alumni Association
National Defense University
Investigative Assistant in Security
INEES
Subdirector to the International Corporation and Academic Development
INAP
Professional Advisor
Educational Ministry in Germany
Public Worker
TRANSFAIR Products
Spinnrad Employee
Universidad Popular of Stuttgart, Germany
Spanish Professor
Universidad Popular of Friedberg, Germany
Spanish Professor
Dr. Milton F. Marin Cedeño
Position: Academic Advisor
Phone: 1 800 993 0066
Email: [email protected]
Categories: Academy, AIU Staff
Location: Honolulu, United States
Milton, is a very enthusiastic person that always delivers excellence to his students. As an Academic Advisor at AIU, he always does his best to fulfill the expectations of our students. He is very proud to form part of the team that helps people around the world, to fulfill their dreams and hopes, for a betterment, of their overall life.
Education/ Special Training:
Atlantic International University
Honolulu, Hawaii
Doctor of Engineering
Universidad La Salle
Doctor of Education
National University
San Diego, CA
Master of Business Administration
Universidad Autónoma de Centro América
San Pedro de Montes de Oca, Costa Rica
Bachelor of Computer Information Systems
Languages:
Spanish: Good Writing/ Good Conversation
Work/Volunteer Experience:
2004-Present
Atlantic International University
Honolulu, HI
Academic Advisor
2010-2015 Componentes El ORBE
Director of Sales – Private Sector
2008- 2010 Managed Security Agency S.A.
Director of Business Development
2007- 2008 Deposito Las Gravillas
Executive Director
2004- 2007 Corporación de Operadores de Servicios Telemáticos.
General Manager
2002- 2003 Codisa Software Corp.
Commercial Director of Central America
2000- 2002 Zeta Internacional
Development Manager
Keren Feliciano
Position: Academic Advisor
Phone: 1 808 483 0061
Email: [email protected]
Categories: Admissions, AIU Staff
Location: Honolulu, United States
Keren is one of our Admissions Counselors at AIU. She has several years of experience in Communications and Sales, which gives her excellent qualifications to be able to talk to our incoming students and answer all their questions in regards their future education. She is very well prepared to give the best everyday to contribute to the mission and vision of this institution.
Education/ Special Training:
Pontificia Universidad Cátolica
Mayagüez, PR
Completed third year in Business Administration and Communications
Segundo Ruiz Belvis High School
Hormigueros, PR
High School Diploma
Languages:
English: Good writing / Good conversation /
Spanish: Good writing / Good conversation /
Work/Volunteer Experience:
2004-Present
Atlantic International University
Honolulu, Hi
Admissions Counselor
2008 Honda Dealership
Hatillo, PR
Accounts Manager
2007 Winners Auto Group Dealership
Mayagüez, PR
Accounts Payable Clerk
2006 Parr Auto Corporation
Mayagüez, PR
Accounts Payable Clerk
2005 Even Pro Marketing Group
Guaynabo, PR
Sales Team Supervisor
1996-2004 Parr Auto Corporation
Mayagüez, PR
Sales Assistant
Juan Mejia
Position: Director of Admissions Department
Phone: 1 808 206 9413
Email: [email protected]
Categories: AIU Staff, Directors
Location: Honolulu, United States
Juan is one of our Directors at AIU. He is a high-energy person with a no excuses attitude that is up to any task, which makes him a great fit as part of our staff. Juan focuses on students first, addressing their concerns and challenges throughout the admissions process. … From engaging with international students to helping them pursue their goals, as an effective communicator and maintains a helpful attitude.
Meet Our Director of Admissions: Juan Mejia
Juan Mejia stands as the embodiment of commitment and passion in the realm of educational guidance and academic empowerment. With a decade-long tenure at Atlantic International University, Juan has continually shaped the academic aspirations of countless students, fostering their growth and paving the way for their successful educational journeys.
A Decade of Dedication:
Over the past 10 years, Juan has served as a guiding beacon for aspiring students from diverse corners of the globe. His unwavering dedication to assisting students in realizing their academic dreams has been pivotal in shaping the AIU community.
Empowering Students, One Journey at a Time:
Juan’s profound expertise lies not only in academic guidance but also in understanding the aspirations and unique journeys of each student. His approach resonates deeply with AIU’s ethos of perpetual evolution in education. He has been instrumental in crafting tailored pathways for students, steering them toward their desired academic pursuits.
Nurturing Success, Inspiring Growth:
Throughout his tenure, Juan has championed the cause of academic freedom, nurturing curiosity, and instilling a love for learning among students. His guidance has been instrumental in equipping students with the tools and knowledge necessary to navigate the challenges of the ever-evolving academic landscape.
Personalized Mentorship, Lasting Impact:
Under Juan’s tutelage, students have thrived, not merely academically but also personally. His mentorship style is marked by its personalized touch, offering unwavering support and encouragement to students on their educational odysseys.
Juan Mejia: The Visionary and the Guide:
Beyond his professional expertise, Juan is a visionary who believes in the transformative power of education. His commitment to empowering admissions counselors to overcome obstacles and embrace opportunities has been the cornerstone of his tenure at AIU.
Joining Hands for a Brighter Future:
Juan Mejia’s profound impact on the AIU community reflects his unwavering dedication to the success of every student. His presence as the Director of Admissions Department serves as an assurance to aspiring students that they have a mentor, guide, and ally in their pursuit of academic excellence.
Meet the Director of Admissions today:
AIU is thrilled to offer you the opportunity to schedule an insightful session and gain valuable guidance on your educational aspirations, email Ms. Onika Garcia from the Director’s Office at [email protected] to assist you in arranging a one-on-one meeting today.
Roberto Aldrett
Position: Admissions Counselor
Phone: 1 808 215 0413
Email: [email protected]
Categories: Admissions, AIU Staff
Location: Honolulu, United States
SKILLS
Creative, Inventive. Original thinking.
EXPERIENCE
Communications Coordinator | Atlantic International University – www.aiu.edu | 2012 Present
Student Magazine Developer coordinator and Developer. Team Leader. Admission Counselor
CoDirector / Partner | ZIzú. Toy Store | 2012 – 2016
Management. Sales. Costumer Service. Spokesperson
Owner| Smack. Food Delivery Service| 2002 – 2012
Menu Planning. Sales. Customer Service.
Information chief | Sónicamente: Ideas que hacen ruido. Tv Program | 1998 – 2000
Script and all content. Guest management.
Partner | Polux. Kids Magazine | 1998 – 2001
Business Development. Marketing. Spokesperson
Director | Rizoma. Magazine| 1994 – 1997
Business Development. Publisher
EDUCATION
Bachelor’s Degree in Communication | Graduated 1994 | Universidad Iberoamericana
La Buhardilla. Student Newspaper Development
Bachelor’s Degree in Composition | Centro de Investigación y Estudios Musicales CIEM | Royal Music School of London. Unfinished
AWARDS
Premio Nuestro Rock | 1991 | Best Latin Experimental Rock Record
Doble Origen – CD – Grabaciones Lejos del Paraíso
Prof. Emmanuel Gbagu
Position: Academic Advisor
Phone: +18082068745
Email: [email protected]
Categories: Admissions, AIU Staff
Location: Honolulu, United States
PROF. GBAGU EMMANUEL, E.
ACADEMIC ADVISOR
FOLLOW ME ON:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-emmanuel-gbagu-371243b4/
SKYPE:
[email protected]
Hobbies:
Reading and research in Corporate Governance, Corporate Finance and the Psychology of Learning.
Listening to Music
Athletics (Football).
EDUCATION:
City University, (Full Professor of Finance)
Atlantic International University (AIU), Hawaii, United States
-Post Doctorate (Accounting & Finance),2020.
Jiwaji University, Gwalior, India.
Doctor of Philosophy, Ph.D. (Finance). 2020
Université de la Renaissance URH-ISAG
-Doctor of Philosophy, Ph.D.(Economics): Business Administration option.2022
Université de la Renaissance URH-ISAG
-Doctor of Philosophy, Ph.D. (Economics): Finance, Accounting, Bookkeeping and Audit Option).2022
Atlantic International University (AIU), Hawaii, United States
-Doctor of Science, D.Sc.. (Accounting). 2018
Imo State University, Owerri, Nigeria
Master’s (M.Sc.) (Accounting), 2015.
Imo State University, Owerri, Nigeria,
-Bachelor’s (Bsc.Ed) (Accounting Education), 2012.
Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago-Iwoye, Nigeria,
-Higher Diploma (Accounting), 2009.
University of Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria,
-Diploma (Business Administration), 2007.
PUBLICATIONS:
Gbagu E.E. (2018). An Appraisal of Some Empirical Research in Accounting Practice. Atlantic International University: Students Publications: https://wp24.aiu.edu/StudentPublication.aspx
Gbagu E.E. (2018). An Evaluation of Contemporary Issues in Forensic Accounting Practice. Atlantic International University: Students Publications: https://wp24.aiu.edu/StudentPublication.aspx
Gbagu E.E. (2019). An Overview of the Empirical Asset Pricing Approach. Atlantic International University: Students Publications: https://wp24.aiu.edu/StudentPublication.aspx
RESEARCH WORK (UNPUBLISHED):
Assessing Human Resources, Development and Utilization in Nigeria (A case Study of the Nigerian Economy (Private and Public Sector)
The Critical Analysis of Poor Performance in Accounting among Students in Secondary School.
Internal Control and Financial Management of Some Selected Banks in Rivers State, Nigeria.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
ACADEMIC ADVISOR:
Sastra Angkor University, Cambodia (Assistant Professor: Academic Lecturer and Researcher)
2011-2022
Atlantic International University (Admission Counselor)
2016–DATE
– Call prospective students on telephone, conduct interview with them to ascertain their qualification as well as their suitability in their proposed course of study and counsel them on the best course that matches their academic goals.
– Guiding and Counseling prospective students as well as their enrollment into various degree programs
– Effectively guide and counsel both prospective students and students enrolling into various degree programs.
– Enrolled 350 students in various degree programs at Atlantic International University in a space of 3 years and a month.
Atlantic International University (Academic Advisor), Faculty of Business and Economics.
2016-DATE
– Webinar Presenter on courses in Accounting, Finance, Financial Management and Business at the Faculty of Business and Economics.
– Successfully presented several webinars on various courses at the Faculty of Business and Economics with over 120 students’ registration for each webinar presented.
– Guide students on their academic work as well as grade them on various courses at the faculty of Business and Economics.
– Supervise students’ Theses and Dissertations and grade them.
United Bank for Africa, UBA PLC (Area Control Officer)
2009–2017
– Responsible for Internal Audit-related activities.
– Built a strong compliance environment that has ensured a zero level for policy, regulatory and statutory infraction.
– Provided compliance counseling, advisory and decision support services to business units and strategic resource functions.
– Achievement of quality training and sensitization on Fraud and Compliance-related issues.
– Achievement of quality training and sensitization on Fraud and Compliance-related issues.
– Detection of fraud-related transactions via calling back of transaction instruments.
– Regular (monthly and daily) recovery of lost income which could have negatively impacted on the organization.
– Successfully and accurately reviewed availed and running Credits.
– I have promptly and successfully investigated and resolved various issues bothering on customers’ complaints received from business units.
– Successfully ensured cleanliness and integrity of General Ledgers.
– I have also promptly and successfully tracked regulatory issues
– Promptly reported losses and loss events in processing areas to the Management.
– Conducted Preliminary Investigation of fraud and staff disciplinary cases and reported it to the Management.
Doseg International College (Financial Accounting and Business Studies Tutor)
2002–2009
– Taught students Accounting and Business Studies.
– Impacted the knowledge of Accounting and Business Studies in a huge number of students.
– Graduated a huge number of students at the Senior Secondary School Level.
Caritas Model College (Financial Accounting and Business Studies Tutor).
2008-2009
– Taught students Accounting and Business Studies.
– Impacted the knowledge of Accounting and Business Studies in a huge number of students.
– Graduated a huge number of students at the Senior Secondary School Level.
Divine Impact Global Limited (Sales executive).
2007-2009
– Organizing meetings with clients and potential clients and retrieving their wishes and concerns.
– Communicating with potential clients to ascertain their needs and trying to meet them.
– I increased sales by 50% thereby increasing profitability
SKILLS:
Analytical: Research, Reporting, Communication,Diagnostics,Problem-solving,Brainstorming, Investigation and Auditing (90%)
Computer: Mails, Microsoft Office Package and their applications(90%)
Competencies: Self-motivated, Target-oriented, high ethical standards, career-minded, and capability of achieving goals and targets (90%)
Marketing: Sales, Negotiation, Problem-solving, and communication (90%)
TRAINING:
Regulatory Compliance, Emotional Intelligence, Credit Availant Review.
REFEREES:
These will be made available on request.
Joseph Udoka
Position: Admissions Counselor
Phone: 1 808 6384379
Email: [email protected]
Categories: Admissions, AIU Staff
Location: Honolulu, United States
Joseph is one of our Admissions Counselors at AIU. He is a high-energy person with a no excuses attitude that is up to any task, which makes him a great fit as part of our staff.
Femi Crown
Position: Admissions Counselor
Phone: 18084704338
Email: [email protected]
Categories: Admissions, AIU Staff
Location: Honolulu, United States
ABOUT
I’ve been in B2C marketing and sales for over eight years. As a professional customer service representative, I have experience providing product and service information to customers, managing incoming calls and customer inquiries, and generating sales leads that result in new customers. I am committed to finding the best solutions for my customers’ needs. Outside of work, I enjoy researching and listening to music.
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION
- Atlantic International University
- Sc. Educational Psychology (in view)
- University of Abuja, Nigeria Sc. Economics
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
- Atlantic International University, US 2017 till date
Post: Admissions Counselor
Duties:
- Handling prospects inquiries via phone (inbound and outbound calls), email and chat.
- Maintaining prospects and students record via Prospect Management System (CRM).
- Corresponding with Prospects via Outlook, Skype for Business, Xlite, WhatsApp, MicroSIP, etc.
- Conducting phone interview to determine prospects eligibility for university programs.
- Making high volume of outbound calls to prospective students seeking admission using the university’s established call structure.
- Verifying prospects academic documents to determine their eligibility for university program.
- Handling Students Enrollment.
- Following up on new leads and referrals via phone, email, chat and social media platforms.
- Creating audience-specific emails and providing student support services. I am
- working and collaborating remotely with staff and prospective students.
- Kola Bajomo & Co 2013-2017
Post: Executive Assistant
Duties:
- Handled company’s correspondence
- Drafted and typed of company’s documents
- Handled company’s purchases.
- Handled inbound and outbound calls.
- Data entry.
- Scheduled appointments with clients.
- Provided answering service.
- Helped in the preparation of meetings, seminars and conferences.
- Handled travel arrangements.
- Maintained and periodically updated social media accounts.
- Provided customer services.
- Online Research.
Special Assignments
- Recovery Agent Representative for National Pension Commission Recovery Exercise January 2013 – 2017
- Assignment: Verified companies’ compliance to 2005 Pension Scheme and assessment of relevant data.
- Collected companies’ employees’ record of Pension Contributions from 2005 to August, 2012.
- Computed outstanding Pension Contributions with Interest Penalty from 2005 to August 2012 using Microsoft Excel.
- Delivered demand notice to default employers for payment of outstanding Pension Contributions and Interest Penalties.
- Enforced payment of outstanding Pension Contributions and Interest Penalties.
- Provided evidence of Payment of company’s Pension liabilities to Nation Pension Commission
- Assistant Liquidator Representative South-East Zone 2015
Assignment: Sales of scrapped items of NITEL/MTEL in South-East Zone
- Marriot Securities & Investment Co. Ltd
(Subsidiary of Kola Bajomo & Co.) 1 Sept. 2011 – Dec 2012
Post: Public Relation Officer Abuja Branch
Duties:
- Managing clients’ accounts comprising the effective sales and purchase of clients’ stocks
- Marketing of prospective clients
- Account opening for prospective clients
- Handling verification of client’s certificates
- Conduct sales and marketing calls to book meetings with potential clients.
HOBBIES
Reading, Playing Table Tennis, Football and Music
Elizabeth Stephen
Position: Admissions Counselor
Phone: 18082150447
Email: [email protected]
Categories: Admissions, AIU Staff
OBJECTIVE
To utilize my educational background, skill sets, professional experience, dedication and commitment in
order to reach the highest rank in an organization and contribute to the overall success of an
organization and as well advance for my personal growth and influence people around me positively.
ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
. Christus Montessori School (Primary School leaving Certificate)
. Global School of Science (Junior and Secondary School Certificate)
. Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) (Department of Computer Science and
Engineering -BSc. in Computer Science)
. Atlantic International University (AIU) (MSc. in Software Engineering)
. Service Quality Institute (SQI) ICT Academy – Webmaster
. Abbey IT Consult – C# Programming
. LAUTECH ICT – ICT Certification
COMPUTER SKILLS
. Professional experience with Microsoft Office Packages and Internet Research
. Web Design and Development
. Programming
INTERESTS
Reading, Communication, Traveling, Meeting People, and Research
Linda Shinaywa
Position: Admission Counselor
Phone: 8083776303
Email: [email protected]
Categories: Admissions, AIU Staff
Personal Profile | A hardworking individual who pursued Business Management, specialized in Banking and Finance.
All round performer who when given a task, can work quickly and efficiently without asking too many questions. A proactive attitude and strong work ethics, sure to make a real contribution to the day-to-day operations of any business. I possess many transferable skills that can be used in a wide section of settings and industries. I can set priorities, meet deadlines and provide quality service. Looking for a suitable job position with an organization that can offer unique, varied and fascinating working environment |
Career Objectives | ● Competently apply my knowledge fully in the fields of Business management, and finance
● Adhere to ethical conduct as stipulated by the organizational policy and the broader external environment. ● Lead by example in formulating and instituting sound financial policies, procedures and systems that ensure effective control and accountability. |
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Skills | ⮚ Financial Skills: I am skilled in measuring financial skills and then developing and implementing strategies to minimize the risk while advising on financial implications and consequences of business decisions.
⮚ Accounting Skills: I possess accounting knowledge and record keeping practices; the ability to understand and apply current accounting guidelines, system updates and revisions and policy changes. Also skilled in use of Sage and Quick Books ⮚ Communication Skills: I am an excellent communicator who effectively conveys information both verbally and in writing. I am also a keen listener and gives prompt feedback. ⮚ Interpersonal Skills: I’m able to quickly and easily create a rapport with individuals through my diversified social skills making it easy to integrate and associate with different people. ⮚ Bilingual: I am a fluent speaker in both English and Swahili ⮚ Reporting Skills: Ability to do research and write research summaries and reports for different levels of audiences in compliance with the organizations’ requirements. ⮚ Planning and Organizing: Ability to identify and prioritize activities and assignments with regards to logistics, make necessary adjustments as required; foresee risks and allow for contingencies when planning. ⮚ ICT Competence: Good command of, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). ⮚ Skills acquired whilst studying. ▪ Leadership skills ▪ Intermediate Microeconomics and Macroeconomics. ▪ Principles of Management. ▪ Company law. ▪ Audit and Taxation. ▪ Corporate and International finance. ▪ Financial Management. ▪ Financial Institutions and Markets. ▪ Basic Accounting Principles. ▪ Organizational Theory and Behaviour. |
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Achievments | ⮚ Participated in the African Public Service Day 2019 Conference.
⮚ Participated in various volunteer projects with the Ministry of Health, Kenya, where I mostly undertook administrative tasks, for 6 months. ⮚ Community based engagements for a good course. ⮚ Good customer service and satisfaction. ⮚ Enrolling of at least two students every week. |
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Referees | Mr Joel Tuwey,
Lecturer, Moi University, Telephone no: +254 700 480 827.
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Derrick Monyi,
Supervisor, Platinum Credit Limited, Telephone no: +254 710 524 918
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Mr Omar Abdallah,
Head of Treasury, Gulf African Bank, Telephone no: +254 721 918 566.
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Owolabi Adesanya
Position: Admission Counselor
Phone: 808-374-2158
Email: [email protected]
Categories: Admissions, AIU Staff
OWOLABI ADESANYA
CAREER PROFILE
To attain professional distinction through a sustained process of continuous learning with the view to achieving superlative results at work while acquiring experience and constantly undergoing self appraisal in a bid to become an excellent professional in my career.
EDUCATION
Atlantic International University, USA 2017 – 2019
M.A Human Resource Management
University of Benin 2006-2011
B.Eng Petroleum Engineering
WORK EXPERIENCES
ADMISSIONS COUNSELOR, ACADEMIC ADVISOR
ATLANTIC INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY, U.S.A MARCH 2017 – Present
- Guiding and Counseling prospective students (at Bachelor’s, Master’s, Doctorate & Post Doctorate level) as well as their enrollment into various degree programs.
- Guide students on their academic work as well as grading in Human Resource Management, Occupational Health & Safety and Business Administration courses. Also supervision of Thesis & Dissertation projects.
- Manage, advice and counsel prospects from the start of their application to the completion of their enrollment process.
- Implement marketing strategies, ensures that marketing targets and goals of the admissions department are met.
CLIENT SUPPORT OFFICER
STOWECROFT CONSULTING GROUP, UK 2016
- Ensuring excellent customer service delivery
- Client recruitments and follow up
- Social media manager, advertising and search engine optimization
- Supervising team members and ensuring work is done efficiently and accurately
- Making visa applications, reviewing and counseling
SKILLS
- Experienced Admissions Counselor, Enrollment Advisor, Academic Advisor
- Excellent communication skills, Excellent English Language Proficiency
- Human Resource Manager, Talent Acquisition Specialist
- International Education Consultant, Visa Counselor
ACADEMIC PUBLICATION
Thesis title: Owolabi A.O. (2011): Literature review of Pressure Build up Analysis in Oil Wells.
REFEREES
Available on Request
Samuel Alade
Position: Admission Counselor
Phone: 808-215-0463
Email: [email protected]
Categories: Admissions, AIU Staff
CAREER OBJECTIVES:
A motivated and responsible professional in ICT skills, operational management, Business knowledge, Computer oriented to grow business globally and expand into new segments. I have a methodical and customer focused who values collaboration, creativity strong approach to work and ensuring an outstanding result through research, strategic planning and acquired skills approached.
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND WITH DATES
- Methodist University College, Ghana,
B.SC in Information Technology 2014-2018
- Government College, Ibadan, Oyo State
West African Examination Council Result 2008- 2014
3 St. Peter Nur/Pry School, Aremo, Ibadan, Oyo State
First School Leaving Certificate 2002- 2008
Work Experience with Dates:
Atlantic International University USA
Pioneer Plaza, 900 Fort Street Mall 905 Honolulu, HI 96813 USA.
Date: March 2021 – Till Date.
Post Held: Admission Counselor/Tutor.
Shiktrax Media House.
Federal Housing, Gonin Gora, Kaduna State.
Date: Nov., 2019 – Oct., 2020.
Post Held: Blogger, News Editor, Data Analyst. (NYSC)
Sunu Assurance Limited
Mile 7 Plaza, Achimota, Accra, Ghana.
Date: May 2017 – Sept., 2019.
Post Held: Administrative/ Customer Care Representative. (Internship).
Divine Wisdom Academy School
Amuludun, Apata, Omi-Adio, Ibadan Oyo State.
Date: Mar., 2018 – July 2018.
Post Held: Computer Science/Mathematics Teacher.
Golden Vission Communication
No 8 Magazine Road, Jericho, Ibadan Oyo State.
Date: Feb, 2014 – Oct., 2014.
Post Held: Site Manager.
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS
Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills
Excellent problem solving
Optimal time management and productivity
Social media savvy
Project Management
Hardworking and Honest
Proficiency in software update.
CERTIFICATION
Google Digital Skills for Africa (The Fundamentals Of Digital Marketing Certification) 2020.
HOBBIES & INTEREST
- Enjoy reading non-fiction books.
- Socializing with friends and meeting new people.
- Travelling.
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