Arley Morrell

Arley brings a rich education and media and publishing background to his Study Abroad Program Coordinator role. With extensive experience managing academic programs and coaching diverse populations, Arley is dedicated to creating inclusive and empowering environments where students thrive personally, academically, and professionally.

Iva Lien

Iva advises for Italy, Greece, and graduate programs (Law/Pharmacy/Business). She holds an M.A. in Student Personnel in Higher Education from the University of Florida and three bachelor’s degrees in Organizational Management, Tourism Management, and Geography, earned in the US and Taiwan. Iva also studied abroad in China during her undergraduate years and has lived and worked in Taiwan, Vietnam, Thailand, Ireland, and the U.S.

Jen Nalli

Jen is returning to the International Center Study Abroad team as their front desk manager. She was here from 2015 to 2018 and worked on the Heavener School of Business International team from 2018 to 2022. Her job entails many things, but she mainly works with students and answers questions on various study abroad program topics. When Jen is not at the front desk, she is at home with her four cats, reading, gardening, watching Netflix, and attending CrossFit and Kangoo classes. She is currently a sustainer in the Gainesville Junior League.

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.

John J. Mulligan

In June 2025, John J. Mulligan was appointed Interim Director of the Study Abroad Program.

He joined the UF International Center in 2023 as the Health, Safety, and Global Risk Manager for the Study Abroad Program and related initiatives. Prior to UF, John served at the National Security Agency as Director of Engagement & Policy, where he led policy integration, compliance, strategic communications, and global partner engagement. 

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.

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