Gina Difino
Director, Global Education and Fellowships at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill's Honors Carolina- Claim this Profile
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English Native or bilingual proficiency
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French Professional working proficiency
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Wolof Elementary proficiency
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Sotho, Southern Elementary proficiency
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Italian Elementary proficiency
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Angela Walker
I have enjoyed working with Gina in many different capacities over the last five years, including as her manager, colleague, and as project manager on projects where she was a subject matter expert. Throughout these experiences, I have been impressed by Gina’s dedication to her clients and to improving VIF services. She approaches her work with passion and thoughtfulness, and she has an impressive wealth of knowledge on international education. Lastly, Gina’s direct communication style and care for her colleagues make her an excellent co-worker. Any organization would be fortunate to have such a wonderful international education professional on its team.
Angela Walker
I have enjoyed working with Gina in many different capacities over the last five years, including as her manager, colleague, and as project manager on projects where she was a subject matter expert. Throughout these experiences, I have been impressed by Gina’s dedication to her clients and to improving VIF services. She approaches her work with passion and thoughtfulness, and she has an impressive wealth of knowledge on international education. Lastly, Gina’s direct communication style and care for her colleagues make her an excellent co-worker. Any organization would be fortunate to have such a wonderful international education professional on its team.
Angela Walker
I have enjoyed working with Gina in many different capacities over the last five years, including as her manager, colleague, and as project manager on projects where she was a subject matter expert. Throughout these experiences, I have been impressed by Gina’s dedication to her clients and to improving VIF services. She approaches her work with passion and thoughtfulness, and she has an impressive wealth of knowledge on international education. Lastly, Gina’s direct communication style and care for her colleagues make her an excellent co-worker. Any organization would be fortunate to have such a wonderful international education professional on its team.
Angela Walker
I have enjoyed working with Gina in many different capacities over the last five years, including as her manager, colleague, and as project manager on projects where she was a subject matter expert. Throughout these experiences, I have been impressed by Gina’s dedication to her clients and to improving VIF services. She approaches her work with passion and thoughtfulness, and she has an impressive wealth of knowledge on international education. Lastly, Gina’s direct communication style and care for her colleagues make her an excellent co-worker. Any organization would be fortunate to have such a wonderful international education professional on its team.
Credentials
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Cultural Intelligence Certified Facilitator
Cultural Intelligence Center, LLCSep, 2015- Oct, 2024 -
IDI Qualified Administrator
IDI, LLCSep, 2013- Oct, 2024 -
Adult Mental Health First Aid
National Council for Mental WellbeingJun, 2022- Oct, 2024
Experience
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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Director, Global Education and Fellowships
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Apr 2015 - Present
- Oversee all aspects of academic planning and program management for Honors Global Programs and Burch Field Research Seminars, including the following: - Recruit and prepare faculty to lead study abroad programs - Manage all logistical aspects of international program development - Develop program budgets and manage program finances - Coordinate academic approval processes of new programs - Complete ongoing program assessment and evaluation - Coordinate all aspects of student advising, recruitment, marketing, budgeting, and financial accounting in collaboration with the UNC Study Abroad Office - Conduct comprehensive pre-departure orientation for students - Oversee annual Burch Fellowship competition, Carolina Blue Honors Fellowship, and Robinson Honors Fellowship - Manage donor stewardship for Burch Programs Show less
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Honors Carolina
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United States
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Higher Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director, Global Education and Fellowships
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Apr 2015 - Present
Managing all of Honors Carolina's Global Programs and Fellowships Managing all of Honors Carolina's Global Programs and Fellowships
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UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School
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United States
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Higher Education
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400 - 500 Employee
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Assistant Director, MBA Global Programs
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Oct 2011 - Apr 2015
- Manage the Global Immersion Elective program in its entirety for both the MBA and MAC Programs - Work with faculty and administration to identify countries of focus and carry out plans for comprehensive courses about and in these countries - Work with vendors, faculty, staff and students to plan course logistics for both on-campus and in-country portions of immersion experiences - Facilitate intercultural communications content and activities to support development of intercultural competence - Assist with orientation, logistics, and administration of MBA Program activities - Assist with orientation, training, and support of MBA Exchange students and international students Show less
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Participate Learning
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United States
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Education Administration Programs
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100 - 200 Employee
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Program Manager
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Apr 2006 - Oct 2011
- Orient and train international educators in adjustment and instructional techniques - Support international teachers in their adjustment to US American culture and education - Travel to interview, select, and orient teachers for preparedness to teach in US classrooms - Design, implement, evaluate international programs for globally-themed schools - Mediate cross-cultural encounters between international teachers and school officials - Assist teachers in maintaining their visa status and complying with program requirements Show less
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Durham Public Schools
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United States
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Education Management
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700 & Above Employee
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Social Studies Teacher
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Aug 2003 - Apr 2006
- Taught international content and skills to diverse US students - Worked to expand international education in schools with the Duke University Curriculum Project - Served as team leader and liaison for instructional and administrative team - Taught international content and skills to diverse US students - Worked to expand international education in schools with the Duke University Curriculum Project - Served as team leader and liaison for instructional and administrative team
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McGaw YMCA
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Staff Director/Counselor
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Jan 1994 - Jan 2005
Hired, trained, and supervised US and international staff Evaluated and supported domestic and international staff Hired, trained, and supervised US and international staff Evaluated and supported domestic and international staff
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St. Rodrigue High School
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Lesotho
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Teaching Fellow
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Jan 2002 - Dec 2002
- Taught English Language and Literature and Geography to middle and high school students - Worked in a multi-cultural team to plan curriculum and assessment - Organized cultural activities for staff and students - Taught English Language and Literature and Geography to middle and high school students - Worked in a multi-cultural team to plan curriculum and assessment - Organized cultural activities for staff and students
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Education
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2008 - 2010
School for International Training
Master of Arts, International Education -
1997 - 2001
Grinnell College
Bachelor of Arts, Anthropology -
1993 - 1997
New Trier High School
Diploma, General Education
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