brendan richardson


Brendan Richardson
Associate Director for Education Abroad
Florida Atlantic University 
777 Glades Rd.
Boca Raton, FL 33431
brichardson@fau.edu
p: 561.297.3227

Bio:

    Prior to coming to Florida Atlantic University, Brendan worked at Kansas State University as an advisor, at International Studies Abroad with faculty-led programs, and at Georgia State University as an advisor.  Brendan earned a BA in Sport Management, MA in International Affairs, and MS in Higher Education from the Florida State University. 

    While at Florida State, Brendan spent a total of 21 months as a student and employee at the FSU study centers in London, Florence, and Valencia.  In London, he spent time a   s a student (undergraduate and graduate) and then as a Graduate Counselor/Teaching Assistant.  As a graduate counselor, Brendan worked with faculty and staff to plan and implement cultural activities and excursions and as a TA, he dove right into the program academics.  While working as a Resident Assistant at the FSU Florence Study Center, Brendan served in an administrative and advisory role, really getting to know what students want and need abroad.  Brendan visited many countries in Europe as a part of his studies and also as a backpacker; even making his way to Israel.  Brendan looks forward to drawing from his personal experiences to assist FAU students on study abroad opportunities!