NAFSA's International Educator

Fanta Aw: Planting Seeds with NAFSA’s New CEO

March 09, 2023 International Educator magazine Season 4 Episode 2
NAFSA's International Educator
Fanta Aw: Planting Seeds with NAFSA’s New CEO
Show Notes

This month, longtime member and previous NAFSA president Fanta Aw assumes the role of NAFSA’s CEO and Executive Director. Originally from Mali, Aw came to the United States as an international student at American University, where she spent both her academic and professional careers to this point. Most recently, she was vice president of undergraduate enrollment, student life, and inclusive excellence. (Read more about Aw in NAFSA’s press release announcing her appointment as CEO.)

In this interview, Aw shares memories and pivotal moments from her time as an engaged NAFSA member and member-leader, what excites her about her new position, and her vision and priorities for both the association and the field of international education.

Read the interview in the March issue of International Educator.