Lean on us for support! No question is too big or too small. We are your home away from home—a friendly face to guide you throughout your educational journey.

Ways to Get In Touch

We understand your needs and are uniquely qualified to support your adjustment, answer your questions, or connect you with university support personnel who can help.

We are located in Post Hall, Suite 200 and are here Monday through Friday from 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

To schedule an appointment with your DSO or ARO, email us at is@adelphi.edu or call 516.877.4990. Indicate your name, the reason for appointment, and your preference for in-person or virtual.

Students seeking any of the following actions must submit requests using the International Services Portal:

  • Archive 1-20 Request
  • Change of Educational Level I-20
  • Contact Information Update
  • CPT Authorization
  • Dependent Request
  • Invitation Letter
  • Program Extension
  • Social Security Letter
  • Status Letter
  • Transfer
  • Travel Endorsement
  • OPT Endorsement
  • STEM OPT Endorsement
  • OPT Employment Update
  • STEM Participation Validation

International Services offers monthly workshops for interested students detailing the requirements and application process for interested students and advisors.

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Meet Our Staff

Wendy Badala
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Post Hall 204

As the executive director of international services, Wendy Badala, MA ’20, serves as the primary designated school official (DSO) and responsible officer overseeing university compliance responsibilities and federal regulations for international students and scholars at all university campus locations. Wendy holds an MA in Psychology from Adelphi University and has 20 years of extensive training and experience in the field of international education and immigration advisement.

Heesuk Chae (She/Her)
MA
Senior International Advisor
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Post Hall 203

As the international student advisor, Heesuk Chae, serves as the designated school official (DSO) and alternate responsible officer for providing regulatory guidance and support for F-1 and J-1 international students and scholars at Adelphi University. Heesuk holds an MA in International Education from New York University and is uniquely qualified in the field of international education and immigration advisement.

Anna Di Fede (She/Her)
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International Student Advisor
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Post Hall 209

An International Student Advisor, Anna Di Fede provides guidance and support to incoming, current, and progressing students in the Adelphi University International (AUI) program. Anna holds an MA in Higher Education and Student Affairs from New York University and has a particular passion for international higher education.

Rosemary Bradshaw
Administrative Assistant 2
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Post Hall 200

As the administrative assistant of international services and the center for international education, Rosemary Bradshaw provides professional support and services to the international student and scholar community. Beginning her journey at Adelphi in 2002, Rosemary has received the President’s Award for Excellence and serves as a Steward in the Local 153, OPEIU Union. Rosemary is dedicated to the development and success of the international student community.

Student Staff

Harry Beasley
Graduate Assistant
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An international student from the United Kingdom, Harry is available to assist and support current and incoming international students. Harry is a Master of Science in Business Analytics student. A former player on Adelphi Men’s Soccer Team, Harry describes himself as an “individual that is eager to learn and experience different cultures.” He is a member of the Accounting Society and represented the Adelphi Men’s Soccer Team as their NCAA Student-Athlete Representative.

Aruzhan Bissenbay
Office Assistant
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As an international student from Kazakhstan, Aruzhan is available to assist and support current and incoming international students. Aruzhan is a Mathematics major planning to work in the Data Science field following graduation. She is part of Honors College and serves as a Vice-President for the International Student Society (ISS). Aruzhan speaks Kazakh, Russian, English, German, and French. She likes to travel and meet new people all over the world.

Joacim Carhed
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An international student from Sweden, Joacim is available to assist and support current and incoming international students. Joacim is a Business Administration and Management major with specialization in Human Resources Management. A player on the Adelphi Men’s Soccer Team, Joacim describes himself as an “individual born in a small Swedish town, and wants to lead with a good example in the world”. He is a member of the Levermore Global Scholars (LGS) program, the International Student Society (ISS), where he serves as treasurer, and the Brazilian Student Organization (BRASA), where he serves as secretary. Joacim is fluent in Swedish, English and intermediate in Portuguese and Spanish.

Javier Ruiz Bort
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An international student from Spain, Javier is available to assist and support current and incoming international students. Javier is a Business Management major, currently taking a minor in Biology. He loves sports, travel and social life. Javier describes himself as “a person who has a great opportunity for the future, and who wants to have good experiences abroad”.  Javier is fluent in Spanish and English. Prior to Adelphi, he attended high school in Godella, Valencia.

Madina Tuktina
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An international student from Kazakhstan, Madina is available to assist and support current and incoming international students. As a Marketing major, Madina plans to work in the field of digital advertisement following graduation. Passionate about world diplomacy and political science, Madina enjoys math, reading, and debating, and is responsible for the office social media updates.

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  • Regular Semester Hours Mon - Fri: 8:30 am–4:30 pm
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