Staff Directory

Budget and Personnel Specialist

Josie serves as the Career Center’s office manager, ensuring that facilities and office equipment are running smoothly and that staff have the supplies they need to get their jobs done. She processes cash and checks received from students and employe... [More]

Customer Service Coordinator

Jessica oversees all front-end business. Since joining the Career Center in 2009, she has made it her mission to ensure that all Career Center front desk interactions are seamless. Jessica works closely with her staff to provide superior customer ser... [More]

Director of Experiential Education

Dr. Francine Blume works with Career Center advisors, faculty, and employers to promote academic internships of the highest quality for AU students. She is also actively engaged in developing and implementing instructional media and technologies, and... [More]

Career Advisor

John advises first-year graduate students in the School of International Service as well as all AU students pursuing international internships. His primary function is to work with students in individual sessions on applications for internships, jobs... [More]

Student Employment Coordinator

Tasha guides students through the process of earning their Federal Work Study (FWS) awards through part-time employment off campus. She creates partnerships with local community service organizations that offer students opportunities to earn their FW... [More]

Associate Director-Office of Merit Awards

Joan, who joined the Office of Merit Awards in 2003, manages the Early Identification Program, an academic enrichment program for high achieving sophomores. She also works with undergraduate applicants for public service-oriented scholarships, such a... [More]

Assistant Director of Employer Outreach

Lara and her team are responsible for the Career Center’s employer services. Her staff help facilitate connections between students and employers through campus recruiting activities such as on-campus interviews, job and internship fairs, and AU Care... [More]

Career Advisor

David advises freshmen, sophomores, and juniors in the School of International Service. An innate coach, he helps students to clarify their career goals and gain the critical knowledge and skills they need through internships to ultimately land their... [More]

Information Specialist

Linda is often the first point of contact for students, alumni, employers and other Career Center constituents. She helps students and alumni to schedule advising appointments over the phone and greets visitors at the front desk. If you e-mail career... [More]

Director, Career Development

Sue works with Career Center advisors, faculty, and staff to ensure that the Center’s programs and services effectively meet the needs of AU students and alumni, with a particular focus on career development issues that range from declaring a major t... [More]

Career Advisor

A self-professed "political junkie," Chris knows many of the key players in federal, state and local governments as well as how Washington works. He draws from his relationships and this knowledge to advise undergraduate and graduate students in the ... [More]

Alumni Career Advisor

Manager, Career Center Information Technology

Colin is rarely seen by the public because he’s busy working his magic behind the scenes. He addresses all of the Center’s technology needs and keeps systems like AU CareerWeb running smoothly.A proud AU alumnus, Colin worked for Housing and Dining w... [More]

Career Advisor

Anna advises CAS students on a variety of career topics, such as choosing a major or career path, identifying and evaluating job or internship opportunities, and writing an effective resume or cover letter. She also helps students to develop networki... [More]

Career Advisor

Minna primarily advises students in the School of Communication who are studying print or interactive journalism, film and media arts, and communication studies.Minna is a former magazine writer and editor who spent a decade on the editorial staff of... [More]

Director, Outreach and Marketing

Bridget leads a talented team responsible for employer services and outreach, alumni career programs, Federal Work Study employment, graduation outcomes, and marketing. In this multifaceted position, she draws from her experience in corporate recruit... [More]

Alumni Career Programs Coordinator

Pat is a proud AU alumna committed to helping fellow alumni share professional expertise, career-related advice, and job and internship opportunities with students. As the liaison between Alumni Relations and the Career Center, Pat coordinates annual... [More]

Career Advisor

As a seasoned career advisor for the School of Communication, Felicia enjoys coaching students through resume critiques, interviewing techniques, salary negotiation, and writing cover letters for internships and full-time employment. During advising ... [More]

Employer Relations and Events Specialist

Since joining the Career Center in 1985, Elaine’s position has evolved and expanded over time. She currently coordinates fall and spring Job and Internship Fairs, employer information tabling, and position listings in AU CareerWeb. Additionally, Elai... [More]

Career Advisor

Rob advises seniors and second-year graduate students in the School of International Service.  Having worked abroad for half of his professional life, Rob’s advising draws upon his experience with the United Nations and several global non-govern... [More]

Career Advisor

Travis works with undergraduate and graduate students in the School of Public Affairs to help them discover their passions, explore careers, refine their personal marketing tools, and get connected. His areas of expertise include federal government h... [More]

Assistant Director of Marketing

Geoff prides himself on his analytic problem-solving skills and well-kerned paragraphs. A formally trained artist and designer, Geoff brought his creativity and marketing acumen to the Career Center in August 2007. Through his multidisciplinary role ... [More]

Career Advisor

Marie, who joined the Career Center in 1987, advises students in the College of Arts and Sciences. She helps students, whose majors range from anthropology to women’s and gender studies, to find challenging internship positions that qualify for acade... [More]

Executive Director-Career Center

Katherine has led the Career Center as Executive Director since l998. From 1991 to 1998, she directed internships and cooperative education in the Center. She has presented at numerous conferences, but is most energized when meeting students and alum... [More]

Merit Awards Advisor

Employer Services Coordinator

In March 2008, Blair joined the Career Center eager to apply what she learned as a member of Enterprise Rent-A-Car’s D.C. Capitol Region’s recruiting team to a university setting. With her approachable and vivacious spirit, Blair serves as the main p... [More]

Director-Office of Merit Awards

Dr. Paula Warrick has directed the Office of Merit Awards since 1999 and is a firm believer in the rewards of the application process, including the chance to develop more realistic career goals and close relationships with faculty. Paula advises PhD... [More]