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Meet Our Staff

Wendy Badala, MA ’20, serves as the Executive Director of International Services at Adelphi University, where she is the primary Designated School Official (DSO) and Responsible Officer (RO). In this role, she oversees university-wide compliance with federal regulations for international students and scholars across all campus locations.

With more than 20 years of experience in international education and immigration advisement, Wendy is a dedicated leader committed to supporting global student success. She holds a Master’s degree in Psychology from Adelphi University and has extensive training in federal immigration policies, ensuring institutional compliance while fostering a welcoming environment for Adelphi’s international community.

Anna DiFede, MA ’23, is the International Student and Scholar Advisor in the Office of International Services. As a Designated School Official (DSO) and Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO), she provides comprehensive immigration services and support to international students and scholars.

Anna holds a Master’s degree in Higher Education and Student Affairs from New York University and is passionate about international education. She has a love for travel and studied abroad in Italy during college. In her free time, she enjoys reading, watching movies, crocheting, painting, and crafting.

James Ireland, serves as the SEVIS Coordinator in the Office of International Services at Adelphi University, where he is a Designated School Official. In this role, he supports international students in maintaining their visa status and ensuring compliance with U.S. immigration regulations.

Originally from the United Kingdom, James moved to the United States as a teenager, attended college in Canada, and worked in Hong Kong for five years. His international background provides him with a deep understanding of the challenges international students face, enhancing his ability to support them effectively.

As the administrative assistant of international services and the center for international education, Rosemary Bradshaw provides professional support and services to the international student and scholar community. Beginning her journey at Adelphi in 2002, Rosemary has received the President’s Award for Excellence and serves as a Steward in the Local 153, OPEIU Union. Rosemary is dedicated to the development and success of the international student community.

Student Staff

As an international student from Kazakhstan, Aruzhan is available to assist and support current and incoming international students. Aruzhan is a Mathematics major planning to work in the Data Science field following graduation. She is part of Honors College and serves as a Vice-President for the International Student Society (ISS). Aruzhan speaks Kazakh, Russian, English, German, and French. She likes to travel and meet new people all over the world.

An international student from Sweden, Joacim is available to assist and support current and incoming international students. Joacim is pursuing a Master’s in Business Analytics. As captain of the Adelphi Men’s Soccer Team, he describes himself as an “individual born in a small Swedish town and wants to lead with a good example in the world.” He is also part of Adelphi’s Leadership Fellows Program, where he engages in professional development and leadership activities. Joacim is fluent in Swedish and English, with intermediate proficiency in Portuguese and Spanish.

An international student from Spain, Javier is available to assist and support current and incoming international students. Javier is a Business Management major, currently taking a minor in Biology. He loves sports, travel and social life. Javier describes himself as “a person who has a great opportunity for the future, and who wants to have good experiences abroad”.  Javier is fluent in Spanish and English. Prior to Adelphi, he attended high school in Godella, Valencia.

Leo is an international student from Sweden, born in Japan, currently pursuing a Finance major with a minor in Statistics & Data Analytics at Adelphi University. As a dedicated member of the Adelphi Men’s Soccer Team, Leo brings teamwork and discipline both on and off the field.

Fluent in Swedish and English, with limited proficiency in Japanese, he understands the unique experiences of international students and is passionate about fostering a supportive community. In his role, Leo handles data on current and incoming international students, ensuring accurate information and providing assistance to those navigating their academic and immigration journeys.

Committed to helping his peers, Leo is available to support and guide international students, offering insights and resources to enhance their experience at Adelphi University.

An international student from Kazakhstan, Madina is available to assist and support current and incoming international students. As a Marketing major, Madina plans to work in the field of digital advertisement following graduation. Passionate about world diplomacy and political science, Madina enjoys math, reading, and debating, and is responsible for the office social media updates.