Contact Us
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Meet the Team and contact us with any questions

Meet the Team
The Global Opportunities team supports incoming and outgoing students.
For Study Abroad and all Exchange related queries: global.opportunities@ncl.ac.uk
Global Opportunities Team
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Dimitra Boutsioukis Senior International Mobility Manager (+44) 0191 208 8275 I manage the Global Opportunities Team which is part of the International Office. This includes responsibilities for the following teams and areas:
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Andrew Griff-Owen International Mobility Manager (+44) 0191 208 5187 I manage the Student Mobility Team. My main responsibilities include:
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Marsha Leask Student Mobility Coordinator (+44) 0191 208 6689 I administer the Non-EU Exchange and Study Abroad Programmes.
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Katie Lavender Global Education & Community Manager Katie.Lavender@newcastle.ac.uk (+44) 0191 208 7838 I am responsible for the organisation and delivery of mobility opportunities which support our students to enjoy a truly global experience during their time at Newcastle University. My areas of responsibility include:
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Jamie Jones International Exchange Assistant (Non-EU) I provide administrative support for our Non-EU Exchange and Study Abroad Programmes. My responsibilities include:
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Grace Barker Loyola Study Abroad Center Manager (+44) 0191 208 7522 I am the Loyola Study Abroad Center Manager. The Center supports students studying with us from Loyola Maryland and affiliated Universities.
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Kat Gustin Loyola Study Abroad Center Coordinator (+44) 0191 208 8858 As part of the Loyola Center team, I help deliver an exceptional study abroad experience to our students on the Loyola programme, including:
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Vikki Hedges Study Abroad Manager I am responsible for promoting Newcastle University as a Study Abroad destination to those students who are looking for a life-changing overseas learning experience! My work involves:
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Your Coordinator
Your School Exchange Coordinator is responsible for providing you with the academic advice to make sure that your exchange activity meets the requirements of your degree programme.
GO Newsletter
Find out more about international opportunities, as well as other updates, in our Global Opportunities Newsletter.
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Global Ambassadors
Our team of Global Ambassadors is made up of students who have had an experience abroad and want to share their insights with and support students who are going abroad!
Get in touch with them via global.ambassadors@newcastle.ac.uk or chat with them during the weekly drop-in!
Hear more from our Global Ambassadors!
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Alex WardHi everyone! My name is Alex, and I am one of the Global Ambassadors this year. I’m currently studying a master’s in Marine Ecosystems and Governance following my Biology undergraduate degree, and I’m passionate about the environment and conservation. Alongside being fortunate enough to go on some amazing research trips as part of my course, I’ve also been on two short-term volunteer/internship placements abroad, in Mexico and Madagascar. As a Global Ambassador, I can help out with things such as:
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Christopher TakyiHello everyone! My name’s Chris and I am a fourth-year medical student currently doing an intercalated master’s degree. During the summer of my fourth year I was able to go to Ghana for my medical elective. As I am originally from Ghana I was really excited to go and learn about healthcare in another country. I can offer support and advice on:
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Cristina Guirola Carias De NewellHi, I’m Cristina and I am doing my second year in Pharmacy as well as being a Global Ambassador for 2021/22. I am originally from Guatemala but have been living in the UK for almost 10 years. I’ve had the opportunity to travel to different parts of the world, either by leisure, going to Hong Kong, Thailand, and Panama, to name a few; but also taking part in an exchange programme to Seattle, and a mini scholarship to Taiwan. I’ve also worked in the international team for another UK university, helping students apply for summer schools and carrying out their dissertations abroad. I can offer help in the following topics:
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Erin AthertonHello, I am Erin, one of your global ambassadors this year. I am now a fourth year and I study Spanish and Portugese. For my year abroad, I spent 3 months doing a virtual placement for a Company in Barcelona. For my second semester I worked as a translator in Lisbon, Portugal. I can offer help and advice in:
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Hannah MehmoodHello! My name is Hannah and I'm a medical student, currently undertaking my masters degree in Public Health. My international experience comes from spending a semester at the NUMed campus in Malaysia, working for a voluntary organisation in Kenya and engaging with the international community in Newcastle. I can help with various things, including:
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Leah SardaisHi everyone! My name’s Leah and I’m pursuing a Master’s degree in International Relations. When I was eight years old I was lucky enough to move to Paris for three years. This was an amazing experience, and something which has had a lasting impact on me today. I can offer support and advice on:
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Sian ReidHello! My name’s Sian, I’m a final year Modern Languages student learning German, Spanish and Catalan. Last year I did a study placement in Oldenburg, Germany, as part of my mandatory year abroad, and I also spent a few months living in Seville, Spain. I can offer help and support on a variety of things, including:
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