The Division of Global Affairs connects Drake students, faculty, and partners to the world—advancing global learning through study abroad, international partnerships, transnational education, and support for international students and scholars. Whether on campus or across the globe, the division helps create meaningful opportunities for cross-cultural learning and global engagement.
Our Office
The Division of Global Affairs Office is located at 2725 University Avenue Des Moines, IA 50311, inside Cowles Library. Use this interactive campus map to get personalized directions based on your location.
Phone: Toll-free (in the US): 1-800-44DRAKE, or (+1) 515-271-2084
Fax: (+1) 515-271-4588
Office Hours:
Monday-Friday 8:30 AM - 12:00PM, 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Patrick Bourgeacq Pinzón
Director, International Recruitment
Division of Global Affairs
Email: patrick.bourgeacq@drake.edu
Office: Cowles Library
Bonnie Ehler
Budget Manager
Division of Global Affairs
Email: bonnie.ehler@drake.edu
Office: Cowles Library
Emily Erschen
Coordinator, Education Abroad
Division of Global Affairs
Email: emily.erschen@drake.edu
Office: Cowles Library
Chelsea Funk
Assistant Director, Education Abroad
Division of Global Affairs
Email: chelsea.funk@drake.edu
Office: Cowles Library
Jorona Johnson
Director, International Students & Scholar Services; YALI, Community Engagement Coordinator
Division of Global Affairs
Email: jorona.johnson@drake.edu
Office: Cowles Library
Courtney Katsui
Student Coordinator, International Student & Scholar Services
Division of Global Affairs
Email: courtney.katsui@drake.edu
Office: Cowles Library
Annique Kiel
Chief Global Affairs Officer; Dean of Global Programs
Division of Global Affairs
Phone: 515-271-3039
Email: annique.kiel@drake.edu
Office: Cowles Library
Erin McSween
Administrative Assistant
Division of Global Affairs
Email: erin.mcsween@drake.edu
Office: Cowles Library
Maria Rohach
Director, Education Abroad
Division of Global Affairs
Email: maria.rohach@drake.edu
Office: Cowles Library
