Professional Staff

While the LAII is powered by a broad community of faculty, students, and staff across campus, our primary programs are overseen by professional staff housed in our office.


Photo: Frances Hayashida

Frances Hayashida

Director (on leave Fall 2023)

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Erica Henderson

Senior Academic Advisor

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Kathryn McKnight

Acting Director (Fall 2023); Associate Director for Academic Programs

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Mariana Sabino Salazar

Director of Undergraduate Studies; Lecturer III

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Lenny Ureña Valerio

Associate Director for Program Development