Eshraq Alkhabbaz is a seasoned professional in international education and student recruitment, currently serving as a Senior Education Advisor at the U.S. Department of State since February 2019, overseeing the EducationUSA program and budget management. Prior experience includes roles as an International Students Recruitment Coordinator at Southeast Missouri State University and an International Student Counselor/Recruiter for the Middle East at the University of Northern Iowa, where Eshraq facilitated recruitment and support for international students, developed marketing materials, and organized cultural events. Eshraq's educational background includes a Master of Arts in International Education from the School for International Training and a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from Western Illinois University. Additionally, prior roles include an internship at Western Illinois University and public relations work with the Muslim Student Association, alongside foundational experience in finance from the Ministry of Education and Saudi Fransi Bank.