AIFS Abroad
Ryan D Dye, Ph.D has extensive experience in the field of education abroad and international education. Ryan D is currently Vice President of Partnership Development at AIFS Abroad, where they are responsible for developing partnerships. Prior to this, they served as the Director of Education Abroad at Miami University from 2019 to 2023, where they provided overall institutional leadership for study abroad programs. Before that, they worked at St. Ambrose University for over 18 years, holding various positions such as Director of International Education, Professor of History, Coordinator of the Middle East Institute, Director of the Irish Studies Program, and History Department Chair. In these roles, they oversaw international education programs, led curriculum internationalization initiatives, and organized public programming. Overall, Dr. Dye has a strong background in education abroad and a proven track record of leadership in the field.
Ryan D Dye, Ph.D received their Bachelor of Arts degree in Program of Liberal Studies and Theology from the University of Notre Dame in 1995. Ryan D then went on to earn their Ph.D in History from Northwestern University in 2000. Additionally, they have obtained various certifications, including a Professional Certification in Education Abroad from The Forum On Education Abroad in November 2017 and a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Training: Badge of Completion from Miami University in 2023. Ryan D has also completed multiple competencies and workshops related to education abroad and internationalization initiatives. Furthermore, they hold the qualification of Qualified Administrator from INTERCULTURAL DEVELOPMENT INVENTORY, LLC (IDI, LLC).
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AIFS Abroad
AIFS is a leading provider of cultural exchange and international education programs since 1964. Over 1.5 million students have traveled abroad on AIFS programs. With more than 50 years of experience, we have the resources and experience to provide what our students want and need in an international exchange and education program, and to safeguard their welfare around the globe. AIFS Abroad provides award winning study abroad, internship abroad, volunteer abroad, and customized-faculty-led programs in Asia, Australia, Europe, South Africa and the Americas. Programs include credit and non-credit bearing opportunities to students from over 400 U.S. partner colleges and universities as well as direct enroll students from the U.S. and abroad. All programs are designed to include tuition, housing, on the ground support, social and cultural activities, insurance, and emergency services. All participants receive pre- and post-departure support such as access to Clifton Strengths, an integrated career readiness personal development tool, and access to our robust alumni network and resources. AIFS Abroad supports all students in their journey abroad, regardless of their gender, race, religion, age, physical ability, or sexual orientation. Going Green: Our Green Initiative aims to make AIFS Abroad carbon neutral by 2025. All AIFS Abroad participants’ and staff air travel to and from program locations will be offset by the purchasing of carbon credits, to be used for initiatives such as alternative energy and reforestation. All programs will include engagement on being environmentally aware in the host location.