Shorelight Education Welcomes Mitch Leventhal as First Company Fellow
Position to Deepen, Complement Shorelight's Extensive Experience in International Higher Education
BOSTON, Sept. 24, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Dr. Mitch Leventhal, a pioneer in creating higher education opportunities for global students, has joined Shorelight Education as a company Fellow and Academic Entrepreneur in Residence. Leventhal will serve as an advisor to Shorelight executives as they continue to expand the company's international presence with university and college partners.
Previously, Leventhal served as Vice Chancellor for Global Affairs at the State University of New York. Leventhal for three decades has been a leader in international education policy and practice, including recruiting practice reform, campus internationalization, technical systems, and engagement with corporate partners.
Prior to joining SUNY as vice chancellor for global affairs in 2009, Mitch served as vice provost for international affairs at the University of Cincinnati. He developed a database for managing the university's global operations that became the foundation for the UCosmic® global standards consortium. He is also a co-founder and past president of the American International Recruitment Council (AIRC) and serves as senior advisor on academic affairs to the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC).
"With decades of experience, Dr. Leventhal is a leader in higher education, and we are honored to welcome him to the Shorelight team," said Tom Dretler, chief executive officer and co-founder of Shorelight Education. "His extensive understanding of the higher education landscape will be an invaluable asset as Shorelight continues its commitment to international expansion and global diversity."
About Shorelight Education
Shorelight Education is a U.S.-based education company focused on partnering with leading nonprofit universities to increase access and drive success for international students, boost institutional growth, and enhance an institution's global footprint. Shorelight's purpose is to Educate the World – a call to action that defines their people and point of view. Shorelight is committed to inspiring change that creates more opportunities for students and cross-cultural exchange, ultimately leading to better, more healthy, peaceful, respectful, compassionate and sustainable communities. www.shorelight.com
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