Jen Nalli

Jen is rejoining the International Center’s Study Abroad team as the front desk manager. She previously worked here from 2015 to 2018, where she assisted students with a wide range of study abroad inquiries—whether they had a specific program in mind or were just starting their search.

Lisa Dias

Lisa was born and raised in Miami, Florida, to Brazilian parents, who fostered her passion for cultural exchange from an early age. Growing up in an international city, she developed a keen interest in global perspectives. As a student at the University of Florida, Lisa pursued her passion for international politics, culminating in an enriching internship abroad at Leinster House in Dublin, Ireland. She graduated with a B.A. in Political Science and Government from the University of Florida in December 2023.

Seth Parrish

Seth is a dedicated and experienced higher education professional with a strong focus on expanding access to education and a commitment to using data to drive organizational goals. His approach emphasizes reciprocal engagement, allowing him to develop his team while also learning from their diverse perspectives and experiences.

Morgan Williams-Franklin

Morgan advises for Italy, Germany, and Austria programs.

A native of Gainesville, Morgan attended the University of Florida and completed her B.A. in Music Education. She grew up visiting family in Europe and has extensive experience traveling to Germany and Austria where she completed a study abroad program. She’s earning double Gator status by currently working in her UF M.Ed. in Student Personnel in Higher Education. Morgan previously worked for UF’s Office of Admissions and UF Online.

Maria Saley

Maria Saley advises for Russia, South East Asia countries and the Law Program.

She is originally from Russia where she completed her Master’s degree in Law at the International University of Nature Society and Man, Dubna. After participating in a student exchange program with the United States for two years in a row, she decided to obtain a Certificate in Translation and Professional Communication and move to the US. She lived in WI for past 6 years and is extremely happy to embrace warm and friendly Gainesville as her new hometown.

Nicole Fuls

Nicole Fuls is the Assistant Director of Faculty Engagement within Study Abroad Services at the University of Florida (UF). With an MA degree in Spanish Language, Literature, and Culture from Marquette University and a BA in International Studies, Spanish, and Latin American Studies from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Nicole brings a deep understanding of language, culture, and global perspectives to her role.

Jess Mercier

Jess Mercier serves as the Assistant Director of Outreach & Marketing for UF Study Abroad. She has a B.S. in Sociology & Political Science from the College of Charleston (SC) and an M.A. in Student Affairs Administration from Ball State University (IN). Jess started at the UF International Center in 2018.

Jess organizes UF's Study Abroad Fairs; hosts outreach events in collaboration with various partners; supervises the Study Abroad Peer Advisors; manages the UF Study Abroad social media; and creates the unit's marketing materials.

Jill Ranaivoson

Jill has been in the field of international education for over a decade and first joined the UF International Center as a study abroad advisor in 2013. She oversees the day-to-day operations of the Study Abroad Services unit in addition to advising for programs in Greece. Prior to joining UF, Jill worked with SIT Study Abroad as an Admissions Counselor and lead an after-school tutoring program for immigrants and refugees at the International Institute of St. Louis. She has a B.A. in Media Communications and Religious Studies from Webster University and an M.A.

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