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 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 8^th 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

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

2^nd 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

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:

 

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. Mathematical modeling of Biofilm for biological Waste water treatment at the University of Sydney.
4. 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.
5. 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:

1. 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:

1. https://sites.google.com/site/photonxing/home/journal-of-water-research(Journal of Water Research, Photon, Impact Factor: 3.15)
2. http://www.banglajol.info/index.php/JCE/article/view/7238(Journal of Chemical Engineering, IEB, DOI: 10.3329/jce.v25i0.7238)
3. https://sites.google.com/site/photonjournalresearch/home/journal-of-water-research(Journal of Water Research, Photon, Impact Factor: 3.15)
4. http://ejournalofsciences.org/archive/vol2no10/vol2no10_12.pdf(International Journal of Science and Technology, IJST)
5. http://ejournalofsciences.org/archive/vol2no4/vol2no4_12.pdf(International Journal of Science and Technology, IJST)
6. http://www.inderscience.com/info/inarticle.php?artid=64428(Journal of Oil, Gas and Coal Technology (IJOGCT), 2014. Impact Factor: 0.43)

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

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

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

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 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 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.  

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. 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://www.aiu.edu/StudentPublication.aspx

Gbagu E.E. (2018). An Evaluation of Contemporary Issues in Forensic Accounting Practice. Atlantic International University: Students Publications: https://www.aiu.edu/StudentPublication.aspx

Gbagu E.E. (2019). An Overview of the Empirical Asset Pricing Approach. Atlantic International University: Students Publications: https://www.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 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.

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

1. 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

1. 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

 

1. 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

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

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.

 

Education

Sept 2015- Dec 2019 Bachelor’s Business Management (Finance and Banking Major) Second Class Honors Moi University PURSUING Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Part 1-Ongoing Feb 2011- Nov 2014   Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) Maasai Girls High School (B-) Jan 2002 – Nov 2010 Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) Mt. Sinai CMI School (383 marks)

 

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.
Work Experience	June 2022 to Date Atlantic International University Role: Admissions Counsellor   The duties I was responsible for here include:   ⮚       Call prospective students customers using established lead methods. ⮚       Provide excellent customer service to students through application and enrollment process ⮚       Handles appointments, interviews and applications in a professional and timely manner. ⮚       Advises students in program selection, test, advising, registration, etc. ⮚       Provides general customer service to students from enrollment through graduation. ⮚       Performs consistently to meet or exceed performance targets. ⮚       Develop and maintain relationships with enrolled students. ⮚       Participate in various incentive programs and contests designed to support achievement goals. ⮚       Meet goals for volume of enrollments and various performance metrics within company guidelines.    March 2021 to March 2022 Platinum Credit Limited Role: Junior Loan Officer   The duties I was responsible for here include:   ⮚       Meet with applicants to obtain information for loan applications and to answer questions about the process. ⮚       Contact prospective customers to present information and explain available services. ⮚       Explain technical product or service information to customers. Contact current or potential customers to promote products or services. ⮚       Develop prospects from current commercial customers, referral leads, or sales or trade meetings. Identify potential customers. ⮚       Make presentations on our products to groups and individuals to attract new clients. ⮚       Analyze applicants’ financial status, credit risk, and collateral to determine the feasibility of granting loans. ⮚       Obtain and compile copies of loan applicants’ loan application documents, credit histories, corporate financial statements, and other financial information. ⮚       Review and update credit and loan files of the client. ⮚       Compute loan schedules as required. ⮚       Collect payments when they fall due and remind clients when the payments will fall due. ⮚       Negotiate payment arrangements with customers who have delinquent loans. ⮚       Preparing and interpreting own report.    March 2018 to May 2018 Gulf African Bank Role: Treasury Department Intern   The duties I was responsible for here include: ⮚       Daily update of the bank position in the money markets blotter. ⮚       Writing of ALCO minutes ⮚       Receiving customers’ calls and issuing Foreign exchange rates.

 

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.
Referees	Mr Joel Tuwey, Lecturer, Moi University, Telephone no: +254 700 480 827.	Derrick Monyi, Supervisor, Platinum Credit Limited, Telephone no: +254 710 524 918
	Mr Omar Abdallah, Head of Treasury, Gulf African Bank, Telephone no: +254 721 918 566.

 

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

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

1. Methodist University College, Ghana,

B.SC in Information Technology                                                                       2014-2018

2. 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

1. Enjoy reading non-fiction books.
2. Socializing with friends and meeting new people.
3. Travelling.