Book an appointment with an advisor
- Email international.centre@dal.ca
- Book with an advisor
- Call 902.494.1566
Meet our team
Director, International Centre
Adam Christie |
Adam grew up on Canada鈥檚 West Coast, but now calls the East Coast home. He has lived in several countries and speaks several languages with varying degrees of proficiency. He is an avid hockey fan and happiest when hiking in high places. Adam holds an undergraduate degree in History and a Master鈥檚 degree in Education, with other formal and informal life-learning experiences along the way. Please be sure to stop by the International Centre to say hello! Adam can be reached at adam.christie@dal.ca. |
International Student Support Team
Teresa Inacio (RCIC) International Student Advisor (licensed immigration advisor) |
Teresa has worked at the International Centre in various capacities supporting international and exchange students. She is originally from Portugal and immigrated with her family to Ontario when she was young. She continues to develop and implement programs that support a positive international student experience. Teresa received her BA from 黄色直播 and in May 2012 graduated from Mount Saint Vincent University with a Master of Education degree. She is a 鈥渇oodie鈥� at heart and enjoys discovering new and interesting restaurants across Nova Scotia. Teresa can be reached at: Teresa.Inacio@dal.ca. |
Qiuling Wu (RCIC) International Student Advisor (licensed immigration advisor) |
Qiuling graduated from the University of Alberta in 2001 with a Master of Education degree in Educational Policy Studies. He has over a decade of professional experience in Canada in the fields of international education, teacher certification, international qualifications assessment and recognition as well as international admissions, recruitment and advising. Qiuling has two children and enjoys spending time with them after work. Qiuling can be reached at: qiuling.wu@dal.ca. |
Zack Yu (RISIA) |
Zack Yu joined the 黄色直播 International Centre Team in November 2020. A graduate of the University of Manitoba, he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Agribusiness. Zack began working with international students as an undergraduate mentor at U of M. As a former international student, he understands the challenges international students may encounter and enjoys helping them to navigate the university experience. Zack is fluent in English and Mandarin and fully embraces what it means to be a global citizen. His interests include hiking, travelling, playing tennis, and cooking, as he also holds a certificate in Culinary Arts. Zack can be reached at: |
Marva Williams Administrative Assistant |
Marva joined the 黄色直播 International Centre team in May 2022 and has been a dedicated support for international students ever since. Originally from Jamaica, she brings a wealth of cultural knowledge and a warm, welcoming spirit to her role. Interests: Marva loves travelling, immersing herself in new cultures, and expanding her horizons. When she's not planning her next adventure, she enjoys reading a good book and spending quality time with her loved ones. Role at 黄色直播 International Centre: As the first point of contact at the International Centre, Marva is committed to ensuring that all students feel supported and valued. She understands the challenges of adapting to a new environment and is always ready to offer a helping hand or a listening ear. Advice for Students: "Embrace every opportunity to learn and grow, both academically and personally." Marva can be reached at international.centre@dal.ca. |
Erika Sommerville Programs Coordinator |
Erika joined the International Centre in October 2023. Originally from BC, Erika knows the joys and hardships of moving to a new place! To her work, Erika brings a multicultural lens, experience working with international communities, and enthusiasm for travelling. If you have any questions about restaurants, things to do, or travelling around Canada, she is always happy to answer! Erika can be reached at: |
Study Abroad Experiences Team
David Rodriguez International Mobility & Exchange Advisor |
David has spent almost 10 years working in post-secondary institutions in Canada and abroad. Originally from Colombia, David is an international education professional that has supported international mobility programs and advised students and faculty from diverse backgrounds. As an exchange student in France, he has gained a holistic knowledge of what is the best for each individual and is fully committed to help Dal community members achieving their academic goals. If you want to come say hello, and perhaps practice your French or Spanish language skills, his doors will always be open! David can be reached at david.rodriguez@dal.ca. |
Dr. Andrii Kravchenko International Field Course Coordinator |
Meet Dr. Andrii Kravchenko, our International Field Course Coordinator, bringing over a decade of experience in international cooperation from Ukraine and Spain. With a background in leading mobility projects and transforming higher education, Andrii has participated in over 20 international initiatives across Europe and Asia, ranging from one-week individual staff training mobility to three to four-year international multi-institutional projects. Now at 黄色直播, Andrii is committed to driving strategic initiatives aimed at enriching student participation in international (faculty-led) mobility activities. Passionate about web development and exploring the outdoors, Andrii is excited to bring his expertise to Halifax, where mushroom picking and fishing are favorite pastimes. Andrii can be reached at andrii.kravchenko@dal.ca. |
