Siebert Cristin
About Siebert Cristin
Siebert Cristin serves as the Director of the Africa and ME Studies Councils at Yale University's MacMillan Center for International and Area Studies, a position she has held since 2017. With a background in student affairs and admissions, she has extensive experience in academic advising and managing study abroad programs.
Work at Yale University
Siebert Cristin has been serving as the Director of the Africa and ME Studies Councils at the MacMillan Center for International and Area Studies at Yale University since 2017. In this role, Cristin oversees initiatives related to African studies and Middle Eastern studies, contributing to the academic environment at Yale. Prior to this position, Cristin was the Director of Student Affairs and Admissions at Yale's Jackson Institute for Global Affairs, where responsibilities included marketing, recruitment, and alumni engagement.
Education and Expertise
Cristin holds a Master of Arts in History from the University of Illinois at Chicago, where studies were completed from 1996 to 1998. Additionally, Cristin earned a Master of Arts in Cultural Communications from Universitat de Barcelona, studying from 2001 to 2003. This educational background provides a strong foundation for Cristin's current role in international and area studies.
Background
Cristin has extensive experience in higher education, particularly in student affairs and international programs. At Yale University, Cristin acts as an academic advisor to both graduate and undergraduate students, guiding them through their academic journeys. This role emphasizes Cristin's commitment to supporting student success and engagement.
Program Management Experience
Cristin has managed over 30 study abroad programs across 20 countries. Responsibilities include overseeing all aspects of program management, which encompasses budgeting, student and faculty orientation, and program assessment. This experience highlights Cristin's expertise in international education and program administration.