Alumni Making a Difference

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APSIA Schools’ Dedicated Graduates

Graduates of APSIA schools dedicate their professional lives to changing the world.

They bring an international, interdisciplinary understanding to their work for public, private, and non-profit organizations. They leverage the training they received in graduate school to connect different issues and solve problems.

Learn about some of our alumni and their work to transform the world:

Alumni Stories

Meet Michael – Consultant at the Boston Consulting Group and MSc in International Business alum.

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I feel like SSE – and specifically the Master program in International Business – prepared me very well for my role at BCG.

Former Scowcroft Army Fellow Receives CalPERS Excellence Awards

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Bond is a former Army Fellow with the Scowcroft Institute of International Affairs and currently employed by the California Department of Veterans Affairs (CalVet).

SIS Alumna Hannah Hunt Leads Team to Develop New Defense Software

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SIS alumna Hannah Hunt discusses her career and the importance of technology in international security.

SIS Alumna Julie Meier Provides Resources to Displaced Populations through Nonprofit and UN Work

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Julie Meier, SIS/BA ’15, developed a passion for working with refugees and displaced populations long before her time as an SIS student.

Excellence and determination take center stage

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As founder and first board president of the Justice Project, William T. Jackson has received national recognition for his work.

A renewed spirit ready to take on the world

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Amelia Raudales, 21, turned her experience as a survivor of childhood sexual assault into social and political action.

What makes the MAS-IA degree right for me

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Explore what makes the executive international affairs degree the right choice for professionals looking to enhance their careers

Creating a Better World through Decent Work

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Alumnus of Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy, Tauvik Muhamad, is a Project Manager and Technical Officer for employment and skills development at the International Labour Organization (ILO).

Driving Progress via Innovation

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He instinctively knew that to contribute to Vietnam’s transformation, his career path had to be one where the worlds of business and social impact intersect.

Adopting a Growth Mindset

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Spending two years in a classroom with professors who challenged your opinion taught me that I have nothing to lose in trying to make the impossible possible.

Bridging the Gap Between Science and Policy, for Safer Food

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A member of EFSA’s strategic engagement team, Francesco focuses on helping the agency develop close working relationships with third country authorities and multilateral organisations.

Forging an Equitable Approach to Organizational Change: Bush School Alumna Cristina Lopez ‘03 Named VP for DEI

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In learning to develop a sense of belonging and connection in different places, Lopez built a foundation for her future career in corporate Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI).

Making the World A Better Place for Kids

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Two alumni of Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy have dedicated their careers to eradicating poverty and inequality by ensuring every child gets access to clean water, nutrition and education.

Using nightlights as a measure of economic activity

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GPS alumnus and professor use cutting-edge remote sensing technology to help provide an innovative path for monitoring progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Successful career in global affairs and public policy: IE Alumni

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International relations is a complex and competitive field, and undertaking postgraduate study is an essential step to unlocking professional success.

Blazing a Trail for Future Leaders

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We spoke with SIS alumna Betsy Moler to learn more about her impactful career, her time at SIS, and why she believes it’s important to give back.

Advocating for Disability Rights

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Serge Okogo, SIS/MA ’14, has become a role model for the deaf community in Gabon as well as an advocate for the most vulnerable people in his country.

Leading in Inclusive Technology Policy

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We spoke with Intercultural and International Communication alumna Doreen Bogdan-Martin to learn more about her time at SIS, career, and accomplishments.

Korbel School alumna on study abroad and graduating in the age of COVID-19

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For alumna Dana Parke, study abroad has opened doors since her time as an undergraduate student in Dakar, Senegal.

Coordinating Doctors Without Borders’ COVID-19 Response in NYC

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Over the past 12 years, Michelle Mays (SIS/MA ’08) has worked around the world with Doctors Without Borders. But her latest placement was much closer to home.

Fighting Child Labor at GoodWeave International

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SIS alumna Micaela Vivero puts to good use her master’s degree from SIS and her extensive experience in global marketing and communications as the vice president of communications at GoodWeave.

Advocating for People Displaced by Climate Change

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Kayly Ober (SIS/BA ‘08) researches and reports on climate change, migration & displacement issues as the senior advocate and program manager of Refugees International’s Climate Displacement program.

Directing Programs on Human Rights in North Korea

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Rosa Park is the Director of Programs and Editor at the Committee for Human Rights in North Korea.

Supporting Blended Finance and Investment

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Justice Johnson is a content manager for Convergence, the global network for blended finance. We generate blended finance data, intelligence, and deal flow to increase private sector investment in developing countries.

Leading policy initiatives that affect the global black community

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Menna Demessie leads the CBCF’s research and policy initiatives that affect African Americans and the global black community.

Improving U.S. defense and security

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Claudia Muñoz improves U.S. defense and security

Scaling Local Solutions for Local Problems

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Likumbi Kapihya serves as the Hub Manager for the Social Enterprise Academy in Zambia.