Annie Schmidt

Annie Schmidt is an experienced communications professional currently serving as a Communications Officer at the International Peace Institute since March 2009. Previously, Annie held the position of Program Administrator at TASIS-Switzerland, where responsibilities included managing a residential staff of 35, coordinating trips and advising programs for 160 students, and managing a budget of $50,000. Annie also worked as a Communications/Editorial Assistant for the World Federation of United Nations Associations, where tasks included designing newsletters, coordinating major events, and maintaining the organization’s website. Early career experience includes serving as an Academic Assistant at Drew University, where Annie focused on electronic research and event coordination. Annie holds a Master's degree in Regional Studies from Columbia University and a Bachelor's degree in History from Drew University.