Office of Global Engagement
International Student and Scholar Services

Jennifer Dressen

Assistant Director, International Student Services (Master's)
Jennifer_Dressen@brown.edu

Biography

Primary Responsibilities: Master's degree students, School for Professional Studies liaison
 
Jennifer serves as Assistant Director for International Student Services at Brown University, wtih direct responsibility for supporting master's degree students through their immigration and visa processes. With over 15 years of experience in international education, she brings deep expertise in immigration advising, student services, and program development.

Jennifer holds an MBA from Indiana University and has built her career around helping international students navigate U.S. immigration regulations while fostering welcoming campus environments. Prior to Brown, she held leadership roles at Rhode Island School of Design, University of North Carolina–Pembroke, ELS Language Centers, and Purdue University Fort Wayne, where she championed safe, culturally responsive learning environments for students from around the world.

An active leader in the field, Jennifer serves on the NAFSA: Association of International Educators Region XI leadership team, having held roles in the Chair Stream and as Conference Planner. Her work with NAFSA reflects her commitment to advancing best practices in international student support and building stronger professional communities.

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