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Donna’s experience with international education began as an undergraduate participating on a faculty-led program to Germany and Austria followed by a junior-year abroad at the Universität Erlangen, Germany. She has studied, worked, volunteered, or traveled in more than 40 countries worldwide.

Education

B.A. - German and Sociology, Luther College

M.A. - Education, Loras College

Ph.D. - Higher Education Leadership, Colorado State University-Fort Collins

Teaching Experience

Dr. Anderson is an international education administrator with over 20 years of experience in international higher education. She serves as Senior International Officer and Executive Director of the Global Engagement Office at the University of Montana. Donna has provided leadership in the areas of Education Abroad, International Partnerships and Agreements, International Student and Scholar Services, Intensive English Language Programs, and International Student Recruitment.  She has worked with administrators, faculty, and staff to create global opportunities; expand international components of teaching, research, and engagement activities; recruit and support international students and scholars; provide education abroad opportunities; and facilitate development of international partnerships important to the university’s strategic plan. Previously, she served as Director of International Programs at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville and Study Abroad Coordinator at Loras College.  

Publications

Author of Muslim International Students in the U.S. (2020)

Co-Author of Socially Responsive Leadership for Post-Pandemic International Higher Education (2021)