Brianne Dowler
Bio
Brianne “Bri” Dowler is the Assistant Director for Student Success and Communications of the Center for International Studies and has worked with the center since 2015. As a mentor for students, Bri leads in student support, oversight of graduate stipends and undergraduate scholarships, and manages events and programming as well as the center’s website and communications, including the weekly newsletter.
In addition to her work within the center, she is also a children's book illustrator and is currently developing an app for international student support.
Education
M.A. Visual Communication, ĢƵ University
B.F.A. Illustration, Columbus College of Art & Design
Courses Taught
UC 1900: Learning Community Seminar
Conference Presentations
“Breaking Down Barriers for International Students” , San Diego, California
“Breaking Down Barriers for International Students: Strategies for Support Before and After Arrival in the U.S.” 2025 ĢƵ Engagement Summit, Athens, ĢƵ
“Breaking Down Barriers for International Students” 2024 Tri-State Conference on Diversity and Inclusion, Portsmouth, ĢƵ
“F2/J2: A Mobile App Prototype” 2024 ĢƵ University Student Success Summit, Athens, ĢƵ
Honors and Awards
10 Year Administrative Service Award, ĢƵ University
2023 Distinguished Service Award, the Center for International Studies, ĢƵ University