Jennifer Marks-Gold
Assistant Dean & Director of International Student Programs
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Jennifer Marks-Gold is an assistant dean, director of international student programs, and has been the primary designated school official at Swarthmore College for more than eight years. In addition, she has provided consultations relating to international student programs and Student and Exchange Visitor Program compliance with 10 additional colleges and universities.
Marks-Gold is a member of the National Association of International Educators (NAFSA) and the Philadelphia Area International Educators’ Network, where she also serves as co-treasurer. She is also a member, co-founder, and current treasurer of the Main Line Adviser Group. She has presented workshops on immigration topics at NAFSA national and regional conferences. Further, she was part of a team that presented on "How to advocate for undocumented students on your campus: steps and resources," which was the highest rated Recruitment, Admissions & Preparation session at a NAFSA Region VIII Conference. Marks-Gold has also planned seminars for groups wishing to learn more about diversity, culture shock, and immigration topics.
Marks-Gold has a B.S. degree from Drexel University and a M.Ed. from Cabrini College. She also has a Professional Development Certificate from the Institute of Cultural Diplomacy in Berlin, Germany for Cultural Diplomacy and International Relations. Prior to her current role, she has worked as an adjunct professor at Drexel and Cabrini.