Melanie Smith, Ed.D., currently serves as the Assistant Director for International Learning Programs at Stetson University since October 2022. Prior to this role, Melanie held positions at Savannah State University from February 2014 to September 2022 as a Study Abroad Coordinator and Adjunct Faculty, and at Savannah Technical College from July 2006 to February 2014 as an Academic Advisor and Adjunct Professor. Melanie obtained a Doctor of Education in Curriculum and Instruction from Valdosta State University between 2017 and 2020, and holds both a Bachelor's degree in Mass Communication/Media Studies and a Master of Business Administration from Webster University.