Lillian Read

Lillian Read is an accomplished professional in the field of education abroad, currently serving as the Assistant Vice President for Strategic Academic Initiatives at AIFS Abroad since July 2023. Previously, Lillian worked as a Consultant for the Forum on Education Abroad, where support was provided for the growth of the Forum Consulting Services division. Lillian has held various positions at the Institute for Study Abroad, including Director of Institutional Engagement, where leadership was demonstrated over student recruitment and campus relationships, and other roles focusing on regional engagement and field direction. Early career experiences include coordinating study abroad programs at the University of Liverpool and developing faculty-led study abroad programs at Oregon State University. Lillian holds a Master of Science in College Student Services Administration from Oregon State University and a Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology from Linfield University, along with study abroad experience in archaeology, sociology, and philosophy at the University of Galway.