Admissions Team

London Office - London, UK

Mark S. Kopenski

Vice President and Dean of Enrollment
Richmond the American International University in London
Chair, the American Colleges Overseas
Email: mark.kopenski@richmond.ac.uk
Phone in London - 077 933 258 77
Phone in USA - 816 - 510 -5554

Languages: UK English and US English

Work Experience/Education

Mark Kopenski has spent the last twenty years in the field of enrollment management at four private American institutions. Mr. Kopenski served Carthage in Wisconsin as the Director of Admissions, was the Director of Enrollment Retention Services at Saint Joseph’s University in Philadelphia and was the Vice President for Enrollment Management at Rockhurst University in Kansas City before moving to London, England to manage enrollment at Richmond, The American International University in London. Mark holds degrees from both Carthage and Saint Joseph’s University. Mr. Kopenski has travelled to over 75 nations and all 50 US states during his enrollment career.

Mark S. Kopenski is available for interview at the above contact numbers or e-mail and can speak on the following subjects:

American Universities Overseas | Higher Education Rankings US, UK and International | Higher Education Fund Raising - US and UK | Higher Education Marketing | International Baccalaureate | International Enrollment Management Issues | Standardized Examinations | Student Affairs | Student Retention and Migration | University Student Trends - US, UK and International

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Mr. Kopenski is also the chairman emeritus of the American Colleges Overseas. The ACO is part of the Council of International Schools (CIS). For additional information please see ACO

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Email: mark.kopenski@richmond.ac.uk

Radek Coufal

Associate Dean of Admissions for Recruitment
Hometown: Prague, Czech Republic
Languages: English, Czech, Russian, Slovak
Email: Radek.Coufal@richmond.ac.uk
Direct: +44 208 332 8272
Fax: +44 20 8332 1596

Work Experience/Education

Radek was born in the Czech Republic and graduated from the Charles University in Prague in 1996 with a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in British and American Studies and in 2003 with a Master of Arts (MA) in Media Studies. Radek spent part of his high school studies at Tehran International High School in Tehran, Iran.

Radek has also lived and worked in China and the USA. Since childhood he has travelled extensively to many countries of the world. While studying at Charles University in Prague Radek taught English at Euro School in Prague. After his undergraduate studies, he worked as Logistics Manager at an IT company in Prague, translator and interpreter (Czech, English, German languages), Sales Manager (Hand Tools Manufacturer). In 2004, he joined the Richmond University as Admissions Assistant and Database Administrator and currently works as Associate Dean of Admissions for Recruitment. Radek is responsible for undergraduate student recruitment in the Far East, Asia, Africa, Central and Eastern Europe, Gulf States and the Sub-continent.

Justin Weddle

Associate Dean of Admissions for Operations
Hometown: Anchorage, Alaska
Languages: English/Spanish
Email: Justin.Weddle@richmond.ac.uk
Direct: +44 20 8332 8262 Fax: +44 20 8332 1596

Work Experience/Education

Justin graduated from Richmond, with a BA in Political Science with an area of concentration in International Relations. He also holds a Masters of Business Administration (MBA) and an MA in Computer Resources & Information Management from Webster University.

Justin worked in Washington as a Professional Staff Member on the Senate Appropriations Committee prior to joining the Admissions Team in 2005. As the Associate Dean of Admissions for Operations, Justin oversees operations and information management. His recruitment responsibilities include international undergraduate recruitment for the spring entry term and postgraduate recruitment for the MA Art History program.

Justin worked in Washington as a Professional Staff Member on the Senate Appropriations Committee prior to joining the Admissions Team in 2005. As the Associate Dean of Admissions for Operations, Justin oversees operations and information management. His recruitment responsibilities include international undergraduate recruitment for the spring entry term and postgraduate recruitment for the MA Art History program.

Murray Johnson

Assistant Dean, Financial Assistance and Scholarships - London

Direct: +44 (20) 8332-8244 Fax: +44 (20) 8332-1596
Email: johnsom@richmond.ac.uk

Work Experience/Education

Murray, grew up in Barbados attending Harrison College, he then moved to Scotland for 10 years, obtaining a BSc from Strathclyde University and an MSc from Aberdeen University, both in Geology. He worked most of his career in the Oil Industry in a variety of oil fields but was based in either Barbados or the UK, he then joined the finance sector following an extended period of low oil prices for a bit of a career change.

Murray has spent the last 7 years in the Richmond University accounts department, where he completed a Diploma in Company Secretary practice, assorted IOM business subjects and finally an MSc in Corporate Governance from London South Bank University, he has recently taken over the Financial Aid position to join the admissions department.

Elizabeth Stalberg

PA to the Vice President and Dean of Enrollment Management

Languages: English/Afrikaans
Direct: +44 (20) 8332-9000 Fax: +44 (20) 8332-1596
Email: Elizabeth Stalberg@richmond.ac.uk

Elizabeth as born and raised in Johannesburg, South Africa. She studied at the Rand Afrikaans University (RAU) where she obtained her BA Marketing Communications degree. During her years at RAU she acquired an interest in the world of politics and the art of successful communication.

After university she worked for an international conference and training company. Looking for a new challenge and adventure Elizabeth moved to the UK in 2006. She has since travelled to China, Greece, Italy, Germany, Switzerland, Belgium, France, Swaziland, Botswana and Kenya. She enjoys living in the cultural melting-pot called London due to the wide variety of people and cultures that you are exposed to, at any one time. In her position, as PA to the Vice President and Dean of Enrollment, she assists him in all his activities related to the successful advancement of Richmond University.

Diana Stellman

Assistant Admissions Officer

Hometown: Goce Delchev, Bulgaria
Languages: English/Bulgarian
Email: Diana.Stellman@richmond.ac.uk
Direct: +44 (20) 8332 8206 Fax: +44 (20) 8332 1596

Work Experience/Education

Diana grew up in Goce Delchev, Bulgaria. On her high school graduation ceremony, she received her diploma from Solomon Pasi, the then Minister of Foreign Affairs of Bulgaria . This was a turning point in her life as she decided to devote the following years to studying foreign affairs in Richmond University, London. Diana graduated from Richmond in Dec 2007 with a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in International Relations. Just a month later she joined the Admissions team with the urge to re-explore the university, this time as a student recruiter.

Her experience in student recruitment started at ARISTOCRAT Intelligent Study, a language school in Goce Delchev, Bulgaria. While studying in Richmond, Diana worked part time as a sales assistant. She interned in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Bulgaria. Diana was also involved in Richmond student life as an Orientation Leader, a Residence Advisor and a member of various student clubs.

Mara Nisdeo

US Schools Recruiting Coordinator
New York, USA

Languages: English / Italian
Email: Mara.Nisdeo@richmond.ac.uk

Work Experience/Education

Mara was born in Italy and spent her youth in Upstate New York. Upon completing her second year of undergraduate studies in the United States, Mara chose to continue her studies abroad, in Italy.

Mara holds both a degree in Italian Language and Culture from L’Universita’ per Stranieri di Perugia, obtained in 1995, and a Bachelor of Arts in Italian Studies from The American University of Rome (AUR), achieved in 1999.

Prior to joining the Richmond Team in 2009, Mara served as the Director of Admissions and Financial Aid Administrator at AUR.

Mara has travelled extensively throughout Europe, the Middle East, Africa and the United States, possesses dual citizenship in Italy and the United States and is fluent in both Italian and English.

Elizabeth Cerejo

International Admissions Officer

Languages: English
Direct: +44 (20) 8332-8252 Fax: +44 (20) 8332-1596
Email: elizabeth.cerejo@richmond.ac.uk

Work Experience/Education

Elizabeth grew up in Melbourne, Australia. Elizabeth spent one year travelling the world with her family whilst completing her secondary schooling through distance education. She completed a Bachelor of Psychology (with a second major in Family Studies) in 2005 from Australian Catholic University in Melbourne. At university, she represented her fellow classmates in the Student Association, organising social events, open days and fundraising activities. Elizabeth also interned at a Special Education school assisting students during her final year of study.

Following university Elizabeth worked in Melbourne in retail management in a major national company. During 2007 she spent one year travelling in India and Europe extensively before settling in London. Prior to joining the Richmond team, Elizabeth worked for over 2 years as an Admissions Advisor within a private university in London and was actively involved in student recruitment. She enjoys working with students and in London, a hugely diverse and multicultural environment. In her spare time, Elizabeth loves to travel and her interests include photography, writing and reading. As the International Admissions Officer Elizabeth will be assisting the Associate Dean of Admissions in his task to recruit students to Richmond.

Mistura (Missy) Falan-Sadiq

Student Support Officer
Languages: English / Yoruba
Email: enroll@richmond.ac.uk
Direct: +44 (20) 8332 9000 (Option 1, 1) Fax: +44 (20) 8332 1596

Work Experience / Education

Missy grew up in London. Her parents are of Nigerian nationality and she speaks Yoruba. Missy studied BSc Business & Management (Marketing) at Brunel University and graduated in 2007.

Prior to joining the Richmond team, Missy worked as an Alumni and Marketing Officer for St George’s University, London and then as an Individual Gifts and Legacies Database Assistant for the Leonard Cheshire charity also in London. Additionally, Missy had various Student Services roles, including organizing graduation ceremonies, working as a student mentor, and teaching year 9 classes.

In her spare time, Missy works as Christian Youth Worker and also takes part in local drama productions.

Jessica Moule

Student Support Officer
Email: enroll@richmond.ac.uk
Direct: +44 (20) 8332 9000 (Option 1, 1) Fax: +44 (20) 8332 1596

Work Experience / Education

Jessica grew up on a dairy farm in Shropshire. She studied BA Sociology at the University of Liverpool where she was involved in implementing the marketing strategy for the Tiber Project, a community youth enterprise.

After university Jessica travelled around Europe for three months. Prior to joining the Richmond team, she has worked as a Recruitment Consultant in the IT industry and within higher education supporting international students. She has also been actively involved with numerous voluntary organisations in both Liverpool and London, most recently working as a volunteer for the charity Samaritans. In her spare time Jessica enjoys reading and heads up a popular book club.

Tyler Stellman

Student Support Officer
Email: enroll@richmond.ac.uk
Direct: +44 (20) 8332 9000 (Option 1, 1) Fax: +44 (20) 8332 1596

Tyler Stellman grew up in the wonderful area of Mount Holly, New Jersey and has always been eager to explore the world. After graduating from High School, Tyler decided to attend Richmond the American International University in London.

Tyler graduated from Richmond in 2010 with a BA in Communications. Upon graduation, Tyler has joined the Richmond team and he looks forward to building for the future.

In his spare time Tyler enjoys both American and European sport as well as writing.

Philip Cefai

Languages: English/Spanish
Email: cefaip@richmond.ac.uk
Direct: +44 (20) 8332 9000 Fax: +44 (20) 8332 1596

Philip has a BA in Art History, Architecture, History and Film from Kingston University, and he is also a Member of the Institute of Credit Management (MICM) and is a candidate for membership in the Financial Institute of Credit Management (FICM). Phil is continuing his post-graduate studies in the autumn of 2006 and is undertaking an MBA.

Phil’s primary role is to act as liaison with the more than 100 Embassies in London. He has seventeen years of experience within diplomatic circles involving the Foreign and Commonwealth Office and the United Nations. This was obtained while working in a financial capacity within NHS and Educational spheres.

His other role is to cover the South of France, Spain and Portugal. Phil Speaks fluent Spanish with his family roots in the Alicante region.

Subcontinent Regional Office - Mumbai, India

Sindhuja Vasudevan

Director, Subcontinent Recruitment and Admissions

Languages: English, Hindi and Tamil

Email: sindhuja.vasudevan@richmond.ac.uk
Direct: +91 99011 85933
Fax: +91 22 66459143

Mumbai Office:
Richmond, The American International University in London
Office of Admissions
Mumbai Office 92 C Mittal Tower
Nariman Point, Mumbai - 400021
India

Sindhuja Vasudevan has lived in Oman, England and five different states in India. In 2005, Sindhuja graduated with an MA in International Business and Management from the University of Westminster. After graduation, she worked as a retail operations manager in the London before returning to India. Sindhuja spent her undergraduate years at Bishop Cotton’s College in Bangalore, and holds a Bachelor of Commerce (B.com). Sindhuja joined the Admissions Team in 2008 and is responsible for student recruitment and admissions in the Subcontinent.

US Regional Office - Boston, USA

Nick Atkinson

Director of U.S. Admissions
Email: us_admissions@richmond.ac.uk
Telephone: (617) 450-5617 Fax: (617) 450 5601

Nick Atkinson is Richmond’s newly appointed Director of U.S. Admissions based in Boston, Massachusetts. Richmond’s mission of educating a multi-cultural student body in the liberal arts tradition is one that strongly appeals to him. His formative years were spent in several different countries around the world, including Argentina, Belize, Spain and the UK, and he grew up surrounded by people from different cultures. His university years at King’s College, London and his Bachelor’s degree in German and Spanish Literature imbued him with an appreciation for Britain’s capital city and the value of a liberal arts education.

Prior to coming to Richmond, Nick spent more than 20 years working for the American Council for International Studies (ACIS), most recently as one of the company Vice Presidents. His background in Sales and Sales Management and his wide experience in the field of educational travel provide an excellent springboard for his new role as Richmond’s Director of U.S. Admissions. Richmond offers a high-caliber education with an international perspective, a natural extension of ACIS’ educational travel programs, with their emphasis on excellence and quality.

Nick has dual British and U.S. citizenship. He speaks French, German and Spanish, and dabbles in Mandarin.

Kelley Quigley

Associate Director of U.S. Admissions
Email: us_admissions@richmond.ac.uk
Telephone: (617) 450 5617 Fax: (617) 450 5601

Kelley Quigley comes to Richmond from a professional background in admissions and enrollment for study abroad programs. Throughout her professional and personal experience, she has learned the value of an international education in a diverse global setting.

Kelley grew up in a small town in New York located two hours north of New York City. Throughout her childhood, her family fed her imagination with stories of their overseas travels in their youth, spawning her first interest in the world abroad. As she grew older, her desires to travel and learn about foreign culture grew as well. Kelley found a perfect fit focusing her undergraduate studies in the field of International Business.

During her junior year in college, she studied abroad in Sydney, Australia and found the international setting that she had been looking for. Finding herself surrounded by people from all walks of life and many different cultural backgrounds, Kelley was truly able to realize the value that a global education can offer. She graduated in May 2005 with a degree in International Business Management.

Kelley has traveled to Italy, Australia, Germany, Greece, Turkey, France, Czech Republic, and Austria, with hopes to continue on this path throughout her life. She is very excited to work with the diverse student body that Richmond presents!

Teressa Fitzgerald

Admissions Officer - Boston
Email: us_admissions@richmond.ac.uk
Telephone: (617) 450 5617 Fax: (617) 450 5601

Tessa Fitzgerald is an Admissions Officer for Richmond’s U.S. Admissions Office in Boston, Massachusetts.

She believes that Richmond’s objective to provide each student with a global education is essential to one’s success in today’s market. The knowledge one gains at Richmond will no doubt serve as a valuable asset in our global economy.

She grew up in southeastern Massachusetts and attended college in New Hampshire, where she earned a degree in English with a concentration in Journalism.

Prior to taking this position at Richmond in the summer of 2008, she worked as a reporter for four years, covering local government, crime, courts and schools. She also wrote in- depth enterprise pieces and features, produced video content and took photographs.

Tessa loves to travel and hopes for the opportunity to see more of the world.