Care and Advocacy Team

Moore leads ELI Special Programs to further university outreach initiatives, create innovative programs that highlight the university's Public Affairs mission, and partner with International Programs teams to achieve long-term strategic goals.

Fan develops, implements, and facilitates international education and leadership training programs. She dedicates her effort into the Public Affairs mission and focuses on academic, practical, and cultural experiences of international students.

Parnell leads the Office of International Services, responsible for international student admissions, immigration support, and more. His passion for cultural exchange began in high school and led to a career in international education.

Liu began her Missouri State career at the Dalian, China campus in 2005. Now she's the liaison between Missouri State and Chinese partners to ensure Chinese students cross cultural barriers and accomplish their academic and cultural exchange goals.

Smith serves as the Leadership Programs Specialist in International Programs and coordinates the Global Leaders and Mentors Program, helping new international students make valuable and lasting connections at Missouri State.

Gong's past roles in China Programs and International Programs give him a unique perspective in his current role in the College of Business, where he supports international students from China studying at Missouri State.

Young has served Missouri State for over 20 years and found his passion in serving international students. As advisor to multiple international student organizations, he works closely with international student leaders to promote cultural exchange.

Stewart is the coordinator of the International Friends Program, designed to help international students develop lasting connections to individuals and families in the Missouri State community. She values cultural exchange and strong relationships.

Tran welcomes and supports students from Vietnam as a graduate in the Office of International Programs. Her passion for providing a welcoming atmosphere for other international students is apparent in her efforts.

Sun is a graduate who works with the Office of China Programs to support students through the Chinese Students and Scholars Association and Chinese Student Leadership Program. He is dedicated to helping students feel at home at Missouri State.

Chiari Ferreira is a graduate student from Brazil who works on collaborative projects with Missouri State's university partners in Brazil. As a prospective Clinical Counselor, she is passionate about diversity and inclusion.

Farooq lives by "kindness costs nothing, yet those who possess it are among the richest." She is a proud Muslim woman and Indian who wants to see people at peace around her. She is completing a graduate program in Biology.

Sethi is a graduate student in Religious Studies from New Delhi, India. She recognizes a gap in resources provided for international students at Missouri State and joins the team to create a safe space for other international students.