On behalf of the Office of International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS), it is a pleasure to welcome you to Florida Atlantic University (FAU). We host approximately 900 international students, scholars and their families representing 140 countries. Our goal is to ensure that you have a positive and productive experience while at FAU, and that – along with reaching your academic objectives – you enjoy our rich and diverse university community and campus life. We are here to assist you with a wide range of important and practical information and to help make your transition into our university community as smooth as possible. The ISSS Office is located on the Boca Raton Campus. We hold office hours on the Davie and Jupiter Campus, and additional staff members can also advise on general international student matters.
Our goal is to ensure that you have a positive and productive experience while at FAU, and that – along with reaching your academic objectives – you enjoy our rich and diverse university community and campus life. We are here to assist you with a wide range of important and practical information and to help make your transition into our university community as smooth as possible.
Our goal is to ensure that you have a positive and productive experience while at FAU, and that – along with reaching your academic objectives – you enjoy our rich and diverse university community and campus life. We are here to assist you with a wide range of important and practical information and to help make your transition into our university community as smooth as possible.
ISSS Organizational Chart
Mihaela N. Metianu, Ed.D.
Director
International Student and Scholar Services
Boca Raton Campus
561-297-3048
mmetianu@fau.edu
Mihaela has worked in the field of international education since 1996, with a focus on issues and regulations affecting international students and scholars. In addition to providing overall leadership for the ISSS Office, she is the primary liaison to FAU departments and outside agencies on matters related to international students and scholars. She also manages the J Exchange Visitor Program and advises international students on more complex immigration issues. Mihaela is originally from Romania.
Edyta Mika-Klimczak
Associate Director
International Student and Scholar Services
Boca Raton Campus
561-297-0834
eklimcza@fau.edu
Edyta came to FL as an International student from Poland. After graduating from FAU, she has been helping students and employees from overseas in a number of capacities: first at Siemens in US as a Human Resources Specialist, then as one of the trainers and leaders for the Multicultural Educational Program with the Higher Education Institute in Poland; and finally, since 2005 as a part of FAU Admissions team helping International students with a range of International issues including all aspects of admissions and the I-20/F visa procedures. Now, as a member of the ISSS team, you can count on her help with any issue regarding International Student and Scholar life, especially if you are just starting your educational endeavor at FAU.
Marjorie Strachan, M.S.
Advisor / Designated School Official
International Student and Scholar Services
Boca Raton Campus
561-297-2957
strachan@fau.edu
Marjorie has a Master of Science degree in HR Management and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. As an international student advisor, she advises on immigration issues and acts as a liaison between outside agencies, students, scholars, staff and faculty on compliance of Federal rules and regulations. She also coordinates and presents workshops for international students. Marjorie has had several years’ experience in human resources management, general office administration, and test administration. She is originally from Jamaica.
Myrtha Senat
Program Assistant
International Student and Scholar Services
Boca Raton Campus
561-297-2559
msenat@fau.edu
Myrtha has been employed with FAU since 2001. In addition to her regular assignments, she is the Alternate Responsible Officer for the J-1 program and the Designated School Officer for the F1s. Prior to coming to FAU, she worked in various fields including the health care industry.
Graduate Assistant
Cher Kong is an international student from China and has been working within the ISSS office as a Graduate Student the Fall 2012 semester. Although her major is Computer and Information Sciences, Cher enjoys a wide array of activities, including camping, hiking, and traveling. Being an international student herself, Cher has a great understanding of the challenges students face when studying abroad for the first time.
Graduate Assistant
Ella is a Master's student in the Higher Education Leadership program and has worked and volunteered within the ISSS office for two years. Ella is in charge of organizing and creating events for the International Friend's Program as well as various office responsibilities. When not studying or working Ella enjoys drinking large amounts of coffee.
Amy Schwartz-Parker
Diversity Services
Associate Director
Davie Campus
Tel: 954-236-1281
Fax: (954) 236-1123
Leigh Clay
Diversity Student ServicesAssistant Director
Jupiter Campus
Tel. (561)799-8585
Fax: (561) 799-8721
Sabrina Spanier
Diversity Student ServicesCoordinator
Jupiter Campus
Tel. (561)799-8585
Fax: (561) 799-8721
