Meet the Team
The OIP team warmly welcomes you to Seton Hall. We are ready to assist you in your study abroad and international student needs. Please come in during our office hours or make an appointment to meet with our staff to discuss any questions you may have about the programs offered by OIP.
Douglas Cantelmo
Director of Study Abroad and Global Engagement
Program Director, Rome Connection
Doug joined the Office of International Programs in 2021. In his role as Director
of Study Abroad and Global Engagement, Doug leads the global outbound operations at
Seton Hall. Doug is a double alumnus of St. John's University and spent over six years
at his alma mater growing, designing and leading immersive study abroad programs on-the-ground
in Rome. Beyond Italy, Doug has traveled through five continents and is excited to
share his passion for international education with the Seton Hall community. He is
focused on creating engaging platforms for cultural immersion. Doug is here to help
every Seton Hall student translate their passions into life-changing study abroad
experiences!
Areas of Study: Urban Development and Modern Rome
Favorite place to travel: Italy
Andrea Hundley
International Student Advisor + ESL Coordinator
Andrea joined the Office of International Programs in May 2023. As DSO, Andrea provides
support to and advises international students. Prior to joining Seton Hall, Andrea
worked in various capacities in higher education, not-for-profits, and state agencies.
Andrea ‘s study abroad experience includes Spain, Peru, and France. Her most transformative
international experience was serving as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Cameroon, West
Africa. Outside of work, Andrea enjoys spending time with her family and energetic
dog, Serena. Andrea received her Bachelor of Arts in Spanish and International Relations
from Clark University in Worcester, MA, and a Master of International Relations from
the Maxwell School at Syracuse University.
Areas of Study: Spanish and International Relations
Favorite place to travel: Spain
Yuanrong Gao
International Student Advisor
Yuanrong joined the Office of International Programs in June 2024. As an International
Student Advisor, her responsibility is to ensure that international students have
the resources and guidance needed to thrive in their educational journeys. With over
10 years of experience in teaching and advising across various educational levels,
from K-12 to higher education, Yuanrong brings a wealth of knowledge to her role.
Having been an international student herself, Yuanrong understands the unique challenges
and opportunities that come with studying in a new country. This personal experience
fuels her commitment to providing empathetic and comprehensive support, particularly
to those navigating the complexities of international education. Focused on individualized
advising, Yuanrong is dedicated to helping students achieve their academic and personal
goals.
Area of Study: TESOL
Favorite place to travel: the Caribbean
Timothy Dziekan
Graduate Assistant (Study Abroad)
Joining the Office of International Programs in 2023, Tim is responsible for facilitating
the application process for students that plan to study abroad. He is also heavily
involved in promoting the study abroad programs that OIP offers. Tim brings a student’s
perspective to the department - his first trip to Europe was through Seton Hall’s
study abroad program. He received his BA in Economics and Political Science from Seton
Hall. When he’s not working, Tim enjoys going to the beach and cooking food for his
friends.
Areas of Study: Public Administration and Economics
Favorite place to travel: Greece
Emilia Fedasz
Study Abroad Peer Advisor
Emilia joined the Office of International Programs in the Spring of 2023. Her responsibilities
on the team include aiding and assisting prospective study abroad students by leading
information and advising sessions and responding tos tudy abroad inquiries. Emilia
is passionate about studying abroad and uses her own experience of studying in Lisbon,
Portugal to assist others during their study abroad application process. Emilia was
also a part of the first cohort of Rome Connection in 2023, a freshman spring-embedded
study abroad program at Seton Hall. She is preparing for a semester abroad in Cork,
Ireland in Spring 2024 and a future semester in London.
Areas of Study: Finance, Management, Legal Studies and Global Affairs
Favorite place to travel: Portugal
Talynn Diaz
Study Abroad Peer Advisor
Talynn joined the Office of International Programs in the spring of 2024. Her responsibilities
include managing inbox, supporting administrative and data entry work, and executing
Senior Staff directives, team processes, and operations. She studied abroad in Rome
During the spring of 2024 through the Rome Connection Program. Upon graduation, she
will pursue her J.D. in Corporate Law through Seton Hall’s 3+3 Program.
Areas of Study: Business Administration, Economics
Favorite place to travel: Spain
Angelina Gonzalo
Graduate Assistant (International Student Services)
After joining OIP in 2022, Angelina has supported the mission of OIP through the implementation
of grassroots initiatives geared towards our international students. Among a number
of transformative experiences she had at Seton Hall, Angelina participated in the
Servant Leadership Experience to Ireland, and, while there, she developed a passion
for administrative operations in higher education and has an interest to shape experiential
learning programs. More than ever, now a Doctoral student, Angelina is interested
in pursuing a career in student advisement, especially working to maximize opportunities
for students foreign to the world of higher education.
Areas of Study: Educational Leadership, Management, and Policy
Favorite place to travel: Ireland
Jane Eke
Graduate Assistant (International Student Services and Community engagement)
Jane began working in the Office of International Programs in January 2024. She uses
her knowledge of international student services and engagement skills to promote inclusion,
togetherness, and vibrant community for international students. She is a Graduate
Social Work students and is using her knowledge of social services to engage students
who receives services from OIP. She intends to pursue a career in Clinical Social
Work after graduation and pursue her Doctorate Degree in Psychotherapy. She loves
dancing with her kids and most importantly, meeting and communicating with people.
She is a bridge builder as she loves to unite people, foster collaboration, and create
a sense of community amongst students which she is actualizing in the team.
Areas of Study: Social Work, (MSW),Concentration in Mental Health and Substance abuse.
Favorite Place to Travel: Nigeria
Brendan McLean
Student Worker (International Student Services and Digital Outreach)
Brendan began working in the Office of International Programs in June 2022. Brendan
uses his skills in Graphic Design and Art to create and design projects that are used
by OIP. His major is Animation and he's made signs, posters, flyers, with more to
come. He enjoys working out, traveling to the Caribbean, and, most importantly, meeting
and connecting with new people. He has a unique perspective in art and design, which
helps him come up with great ideas during projects. He intends to pursue a career
in animation or graphic design after graduation.
Areas of Study: Animation and Graphic Design
Favorite place to travel: The Caribbean
Jedidiah Saezhong
Student Worker (International Student Services)
After joining the team in November of 2023, Jedd has assisted the international student
office from the perspective of an international student. Being an international student
who started as a freshman, he has provided firsthand information as to how to assist
an international student coming to the United States for the first time. He is a physics
major in the engineering program hoping to use his experience from the office in a
leadership role within his field.
Areas of study: Physics and Mechanical Engineering
Favorite place to travel: Thailand