Faculty & Staff

Faculty & Staff

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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.

Deborah Rodriguez

Tutor Coordinator

Tutor Coordinator Deborah Rodriguez Objective Obtain a position in which...

Rosie Perez

Finance Coordinator

OBJECTIVE: I am currently seeking an Administrative Assistant position that...

Nadeem Awan

Chief Programming Officer

Scott Wilson

Academic Advisor

William Scott is one of our Academic Advisors at AIU. He...

Leonardo Salas

HR Manager/Academic Advisor

Leoanrdo is our Human Resource Manager at AIU; at our institution...

Linda Collazo

Logistics Coordinator

  Linda Salazar is a Logistics Coordinator at AIU; at our...

Chris Benjamin

IT Support Webmaster

Chris is a consultant for Atlantic International University. His help...

Giovanni Castillo

IT Support

Maricela Esparza

Administrator Coordinator

As an assistant at the AIU offices, she brings effort...

Dr. Andreas Rissler

Academic Advisor

Andreas is one of our Academic Advisors and Admission Counselors...

Dr. Ariadna Romero

Advisor Coordinator

As an Academic Coordinator, Ariadna is an integral part of...

Dr. Freddy Frejus

Academic Advisor

Dr. Freddy Frejus – academic  advisor at AIU  Freddy Frejus...

Alba Ochoa

Admissions Coordinator

Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Administration, Alba Ochoa, is an...

Veronica Amuz

Admissions Counselor

Bachelor’s in Accounting from Atlantic International University, currently working on...

Sandra Garcia-Fierro

Admissions Counselor

Sandra Garcia-Fierro is one of our Admissions Coordinators at AIU. ...

Jessica Garcia

Admissions Counselor

Jhanzaib Awan

Senior Programmer

Benjamin Joseph

Senior Programmer

Joseph is one of our IT and Technology Support at...

Deborah Rodriguez

Position: Tutor Coordinator
Phone: 1 808 215 0423
Email: [email protected]
Categories: Academy, AIU Staff
Location: Honolulu, United States

Tutor Coordinator Deborah Rodriguez

Objective

Obtain a position in which I can achieve the goals of the company, obtain experience, and acquire new knowledge that will help me to develop my skills in the company.

Experience

Tutor at Atlantic International University, Honolulu, Hawaii January 2018 to Present

Family Service Specialist at Telamon Corporation, Glennville, Georgia March 2015 to July 2017.

Medical Care Management at American Health Medicare and Triple S Advantage in Guaynabo, Puerto Rico July 2013 to August 2014

Nursery Care Unit at Hospital Hima San Pablo in Caguas, Puerto Rico May 2012 to July 2013

 

Medical- Surgical Nursing II practice at Hospital La Concepción in San Germán, Puerto Rico 2011

 

Medical- Surgical Nursing I practice at Hospital La Concepción in San Germán, Puerto Rico 2010

 

Pediatric Nursing practice at Hospital La Concepcion in San German, Puerto Rico 2010

 

Maternity Nursing practice at Hospital Perea in Mayaguez, Puerto Rico 2009

 

Psychiatry Nursing Practice at Casa Colón Rivas in Moca, Puerto Rico 2008

Education

Masters Degree in International Business Administration and Human Resources – Universidad Interamericana de Puerto Rico Recinto de Ponce/ November 2017-Present

Graduate Certificate in Health Care Management- Columbia Southern University/ January 2015- May 2016

 

CPR, AED, and First AID Program Certificate Course – January 2015

 

CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) – American Heart Association (2015)

 

Bachelor Degree in Science of Nursing – University of Puerto Rico at Mayagüez Campus/ August 2006- December 2011

Associations

National Students Nursing Association

The Honor Society of Nursing, Sigma Theta Tau International

Nursing Students Association UPR Mayagüez

Skills

Language:

Spanish/ High level

English/ Moderate level

 

Informatics:

Knowledge of the use of the programs: Power Point, Word and Excell

Knowledge of the use of a data base (CCMS, Health Suite), Interqual guidelines, Cybernetic Web, and ChildPlus.

Reference

Avaible upon request.

Rosie Perez

Position: Finance Coordinator
Phone: 1 800 993 0066
Email: [email protected]
Categories: AIU Staff, Finance
Location: Honolulu, United States

OBJECTIVE:

I am currently seeking an Administrative Assistant position that will enhance and utilize my skills, experience, and education, while providing for future professional growth.

WORK EXPERIENCE:

05/2005-06/2006                     Edward Ayub Physical Therapy        Chula Vista, CA

Junior Biller

•Billed and appealed payment denials to Insurance Companies for services rendered to our patients.

•Provided Insurance Companies with the necessary paperwork to ensure payment for our services.

•Billed patients for their deductibles, co-payments and services not covered through their Insurance plans.

03/2003-05/2005                     La Jolla Orthopaedic Surgery                       La Jolla, CA

Administrative Assistant

•Answered phones and scheduled appointments for a Neurosurgeon and an Orthopaedic Surgeon.

•Alphabetically filed, retrieved and prepared charts with any necessary paperwork prior to appointments.

•Typed patient appointment lists on a daily basis.

07/2002-10/2002                                 Westaff                                   San Diego, CA

Coder

•Coded itemized medical statements for Farmer’s Insurance through Mitchell International

•Performed some data entry.

•Reviewed claims for accuracy before sending it back to Farmer’s.

EDUCATION:

01/2000-04/2001                     ECPI College of Technology            Virginia Beach, VA

Associates Degree Medical Office Administration

SKILLS:

I am proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Word Perfect, Microsoft Works, Internet Explorer, Windows XP, Widows Vista, and 10-key by sight. I speak, read and write Spanish fluently. I also type 50-55 WPM.

Nadeem Awan

Position: Chief Programming Officer
Phone: 1 800 993 0066
Email: [email protected]
Categories: AIU Staff, IT
Location: Honolulu, United States

Scott Wilson

Position: Academic Advisor
Phone: 1 800 993 0066
Email: [email protected]
Categories: Academy, AIU Staff
Location: Honolulu, United States

William Scott is one of our Academic Advisors at AIU. He holds a Doctorate degree in International Relations & Comparative Politics, a Masters in Political Science, and a Bachelor in Marketing making him an excellent addition to our team of advisors and benefiting those prospective students specializing in these areas of studies.

Education/ Special Training:

            Louisiana State University
PhD Coursework in International Relations & Comparative Politics

West Virginia University
M.A. in Political Science

West Virginia University
B.S.B.A in Marketing

Ohio State University
Summer Institute for Political Psychology

Moscow State University

            Russian Language Instruction

Institute of Culture, Minsk, Belarus
            Lecturer of American Politics

Languages:

English: Good Writing/ Good Conversation

Work/Volunteer Experience:

2004-Present

Atlantic International University
Honolulu, HI

            Academic Advisor            

Ashford University
Clinton, IA
Online Adjunct Faculty Instructor

       Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
       Daytona Beach, FL
Online Adjunct Faculty Instructor

       Regent University
Virginia Beach, VA
       Online Adjunct Faculty Instructor

Troy University
Troy, AL
Online Adjunct Faculty Instructor

Leonardo Salas

Position: HR Manager/Academic Advisor
Phone: 1 800 993 0066
Email: [email protected]
Categories: Academy, AIU Staff
Location: Honolulu, United States

Leoanrdo is our Human Resource Manager at AIU; at our institution he develops his skills, working with our inacoordinators and training all personnel to ensure AIU is highly represented. He is a team player, and is always ready to learn new skills that will contribute to her growth.

Linda Collazo

Position: Logistics Coordinator
Phone: 1 800 993 0066
Email: [email protected]
Categories: AIU Staff, Student Services
Location: Honolulu, United States

  Linda Salazar is a Logistics Coordinator at AIU; at our institution she develops her skills, while helping and assisting our students all over the world, with their questions and issues. She is a team player, and is always ready to learn new skills that will contribute to her growth.

 

 

Education/ Special Training:

 

 

Atlantic International University

Health Management

           

Languages:

 

English: Good Writing/ Good Conversation

Spanish: Fair Writing/ Fair Conversation

 

 

Work/Volunteer Experience:

 

2004-Present

Atlantic International University

Honolulu, HI

Student Services Coordinator

Chris Benjamin

Position: IT Support Webmaster
Phone: 1 800 993 0066
Email: [email protected]
Categories: AIU Staff, IT
Location: Honolulu, United States

Chris is a consultant for Atlantic International University. His help and hard work, makes it possible for us to provide excellent online services to our students around the world. He is a very important member of our team and contributor to the excellence that AIU has achieved over the years and will continue attaining. 

Education/ Special Training:

            1990-1994 Barry University

            Miami, Fl

            Bachelor of Science

            Major: Marketing

            1996-1998 Barry University

            Miami, Fl

            MBA

            Major: Management of Information Systems

Languages:

            English: Good writing / Good conversation /

Work/Volunteer Experience:

            1999-Present Digimax ISP

            Miami, Fl

            IT Director

            1997-1999 World Wide Institute

            Senior Systems Administrator for International offices

            1995-1998 Barry University

            Systems Administrator

            Computer Labs Supervisor

            Barry University

            Guest Instructor for Special Training

Main Clients

            2007-Present Service Works Inc

            2007-Present Intermed GP

2006-2007 Superior Imaging

2005-Present Imagine Networks Inc.

2005-2007 Samuel Spencer Bloom

2005-Present Opium Garden

2004-Present St Francis Xavier School

2004-Present Dynamic

2003-Present High Tide Marine

2000 – Present Atlantic International University

            2001-Present ACCUMED Data Management

Giovanni Castillo

Position: IT Support
Phone: 1 800 993 0066
Email: [email protected]
Categories: AIU Staff, IT
Location: Honolulu, United States

Maricela Esparza

Position: Administrator Coordinator
Phone: 1 800 993 0066
Email: [email protected]
Categories: AIU Staff, Student Services
Location: Honolulu, United States

As an assistant at the AIU offices, she brings effort and team work among the staff and faculty. 

She is a team player, and is always ready to learn new skills that will contribute to her growth.

Dr. Andreas Rissler

Position: Academic Advisor
Phone: 1 800 993 0066
Email: [email protected]
Categories: Academy, AIU Staff
Location: Honolulu, United States

Andreas is one of our Academic Advisors and Admission Counselors at AIU. He has a highly impressive record of accomplishment in various business aspects pertaining to economics and psychology. He has extensive business experience throughout Europe and South Africa. Andreas is an independent, driven, results oriented person who combines creativity with the ability to easily absorb detailed information in order to make effective decisions.

Education/Special Training:

KSUCTA– Kyrgyz State University of Construction, Transport and Architecture n.a. N. Isanov
Bishkek, Kirgizstan
Professor Dr. oec. of Business Science
 INSTITUTE OF ECONOMICS AND MANAGEMENT
Faculty Member

KSUCTA – Kyrgyz State University of Construction, Transport and Architecture n.a. N. Isanov
Dr. h.c. in Psychology

Languages:

English:    Good Writing / Good Conversation
German:   Native
French:     Basic
Afrikaans: Good Writing / Good Conversation
Russian:    Basic

Work/Volunteer Experience:

AIU – Atlantic International University
Honolulu, HI
Professor & Academic Advisor & Admissions Counselor
Faculty Member – School of Business & Economics

KSUCTA – Kyrgyz State University of Construction, Transport and Architecture n.a. N. Isanov
Bishkek, Kirgizstan
Professor of Business Science, Faculty Member – Institute of Economics and Management

IIBA – International Institute for Behaviour Analysis South Africa 
Managing Director and Founder

MDA – Mind Development Academy
Representation of AIU
Representation of IBS

Campus Institut AG München (Oberhaching)
Lecturer of Private and Social Security

University of Applied Sciences – Fach-Hochschule Schmalkalden
Lecturer / Examiner of Certified Financial Planner Programs

Bonner Akademie – Zurich Insurance Group
Senior Lecturer, Examiner and Seminar Leader

Achievements:

  • Invented and Developed the Personality Assessment system Personality-ABC and BehaviourProfiler
  • Honored with a Dr. h.c. in Psychology from KSUCTA for his research of Personality-ABC
  • Published Book and articles, videos about Personality-ABC
  •         Published Book in Germany – “Shares or Properties? Securities and Risks for the Investor”

Dr. Ariadna Romero

Position: Advisor Coordinator
Phone: 1 808 215 0482
Email: [email protected]
Categories: Academy, AIU Staff
Location: Honolulu, United States

As an Academic Coordinator, Ariadna is an integral part of our administrative team. She works closely with the university administrators, school boards and other relevant educational personnel to ensure compliance with educational standards, school and student performance.

She works in conjunction with the Academic Department, principals, school boards and teachers to develop and implement educational technology, instructional materials and curriculum programs to enhance student learning and achievement.

Ariadna is a key element in the success of the representation in Mexico of AIU. She is also in charge of Admissions, bringing confidence and information to prospective and current students, helping them to achieve their dreams and goals through the provision of a sustainable education.

Education/ Special Training:

Present Atlantic International University

PhD in Higher Education

1996 Pacific Western University

MA Graphic Design

1985 – 1988 National Autonomous University of Mexico

BA Graphic Design

Languages:

English: Good writing/ Good conversation

Spanish: Good writing/ Good conversation

French: Good writing/ Good conversation

Experience:

2001 – Present Atlantic International University

Chief of Admissions, Academic Coordinator and Counselor

2000-2001 Albox Editorials, S. A. de C. V.

Art Director

1993 – 1996 UNIDES [AIU]

Academic Coordinator, Chief of Admissions

1989-1993 Signus Graphic Design

Art Director

Dr. Freddy Frejus

Position: Academic Advisor
Phone: 1808 377 6386
Email: [email protected]
Categories: Academy, AIU Staff
Location: Honolulu, United States

Dr. Freddy Frejus – academic  advisor at AIU

 Freddy Frejus is an  academic  advisor at AIU. he has demonstrated throughout his professional career that he is a goal oriented person, always focus on excellence. We are very proud to have such a hard working and efficient person,  our students are always satisfied with the help and assistance provided by him

Qualification : Doctorate in International Legal studies

Alba Ochoa

Position: Admissions Coordinator
Phone: 1800 993 0066
Email: [email protected]
Categories: Admissions, AIU Staff
Location: Honolulu, United States

Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Administration, Alba Ochoa, is an empowered woman that strives for success. Her work at AIU puts into action, what she has learned over the years in her Academic Education, as well as in the experiential plain. Her goals, are to be able to help as much as she can the incoming students, to encourage them, into taking the right move towards their personal, professional and academic development.

 

 

Education/ Special Training:

2007 Atlantic International University

Honolulu, Hi

Doctor of Educational Administration  (pending)

2006 Atlantic International University

Honolulu, Hi

Master of Human Resources Management

2005 Atlantic International University

Honolulu, Hi

Bachelors of Human Resources

1999 Antioquia University

 Environmental Science

 

Languages:

            Spanish: Good writing / Good conversation

            English: Fair writing/ Fair conversation

Experience:

2002-Present Atlantic International University

Admissions counselor / Academic Coordinator

 

1993-2001 Kimberly Clark Corporation

Statistics and Production Supervisor

1991-1992 Computer and Systems

Student Services

1987 199 Machuelo Deposit

Administration

Veronica Amuz

Position: Admissions Counselor
Phone: 1800 993 0066
Email: [email protected]
Categories: Admissions, AIU Staff
Location: Honolulu, United States

Bachelor’s in Accounting from Atlantic International University, currently working on her master’s program in Finance Management. Veronica is a great asset to the staff of this institution, providing excellent service to all of our incoming students.  Her background gives her the power to achieve many accomplishments within the institution and therefore providing a day to day improvement in the flow of the university.

Education/ Special Training:

            2007-Present  Atlantic International University

            Honolulu, Hi

            MBA Finance Management

            2005-2006 Atlantic International University

            Honolulu, Hi

            Accounting BBA

            1998-2000       Hallandale Adult Center

Languages:

            English: Good writing / Good conversation /

Spanish: Good writing / Good conversation /

Work/Volunteer Experience:

            2000-Present Atlantic International University

            Honolulu, Hi

            Admissions Counselor

            1999-2000 Jackson Consulting

            Paralegal Assistant

 

            1995-1998 Parque de la Costa

            Customer Service Representative

Sandra Garcia-Fierro

Position: Admissions Counselor
Phone: 1800 993 0066
Email: [email protected]
Categories: Admissions, AIU Staff
Location: Honolulu, United States

Sandra Garcia-Fierro is one of our Admissions Coordinators at AIU.  She is a valuable asset at our institution, because she knows how to communicate with our students and their needs. She is a very efficient Team Leader and a terrific example of what AIU stands for.

Languages:

 

            English: Good writing / Good conversation

            Spanish: Good writing / Good conversation

 

 

Education/ Special Training:

Education:

Atlantic International University

Honolulu, HI    2016 – in progress Doctorate/Business Management

Atlantic International University

Honolulu, HI    2015 Masters- Business Administration

Atlantic International University

Honolulu, HI    2010 – BA – Arts/Business Administration   

Certification:

CPR First Aid & AED November 2019


2006
 Stratford Career Institute;

Washington D.C

Paralegal


1988    
Los Angeles Community College

                Los Angeles, CA
Associates in child development

Professional Summary:

Offer outstanding team leadership. 15 years of customer service experience.  I have demonstrated the ability to effectively handle complex situations or inquiries while working within policy and procedures. You will find that I am detail oriented and able to analyze, prioritize and resolve prospective students requests or issues quickly and effectively. Provides accurate verbal translation, English & Spanish, when required.

Employment 
History: 

Atlantic International University                                    2006 – Present

Admission Counselor & Team Lead/ Admission Department

Advisor /Academic Department

Dietz, Gilmore & Associates- West Los Angeles, CA   2002 – 2006

Legal Assistant/Transcriber/Calendaring

Gabriel & Associates Zaks & Barnard – Glendale, CA 1995 – 2002

Supervisor Clerk/Billing Department/Calendar Clerk

Professional Skills:     

  • Microsoft Office (Word, Excel & Power Point)
  • Legal Solutions
  • WordPerfect 8.0
  • Filing/Editing
  • Typing – 35+ wpm & 10-key calculator
  • Telephone Skills
  • Workers Compensation
  • Prepare deposition setups
  • Calendaring
  • Bi-lingual (Spanish)
  • Customer Service Skills
  • Admission Counselor
  • Team Leadership
  • Advisor/Academic
  • Payment – Collections

Employment

Skills:   

  • Developed the ability to work in a fast-paced atmosphere
  • Keeps customer service and the mission of the organization in mind when interacting with clients, co-workers, and others.
  • Ability to follow instructions well and make decisions with no supervision
  • Maintained all record-keeping procedures without error
  • Effectively developed telephone communication skills and consistently meeting quotas
  • Assisted attorneys with preparing exhibit packages for court appearances. Filed and served Declaration of Readiness to Proceeds and Objections of Declaration of Readiness to Proceeds on all parties
  • Scheduling medical examinations for applicants
  • Setting up new files as well as maintaining them
  • Calendaring hearing dates for attorneys
  • Preparing depositions
  • Copy jobs/faxing/mailing
  • Interview, training, set meetings, set personal goals on a daily basis
  • Directs phone calls to proper destination or take a message as per      protocol. Collection and records payments.
  • Bilingual – Fluent in English & Spanish
  • Outlook
  • Overlooking and Managing 13 Admission Counselors
  • Caring and showing commitment to help over 180 countries.

 

Jessica Garcia

Position: Admissions Counselor
Phone: 1800 993 0066
Email: [email protected]
Categories: Admissions, AIU Staff
Location: Honolulu, United States

Jhanzaib Awan

Position: Senior Programmer
Phone: 1800 993 0066
Email: [email protected]
Categories: AIU Staff, IT
Location: Honolulu, United States

Benjamin Joseph

Position: Senior Programmer
Phone: 1800 993 0066
Email: [email protected]
Categories: AIU Staff, IT
Location: Honolulu, United States

Joseph is one of our IT and Technology Support 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.

 

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