Division of Continuing and Global Education
Meet the Team
Scott D. Moore
Dean
559.278.0333 | scottm@csufresno.edu
Scott Moore is Dean of the Division of Continuing and Global Education. Previously,
he served the university as the Interim Chair to the Department of Philosophy and
as President of the Honor Society Phi Kappa Phi. He is active in providing educational
opportunity to Veterans, and members of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute. A first-generation
college student, Dr. Moore was named the TW Adams Distinguished Alumni Lecturer by
his alma mater the University of Oklahoma in 2010. He continues to publish in the
area of Extended Education’s role in reducing institutional bottlenecks and facilitating
educational opportunity to historically underrepresented groups.
Sarah Lam
Assistant Vice President for International Affairs
559.278.2782 | sarahl@csufresno.edu
Dr. Sarah Lam is the Assistant Vice President for International Affairs. Dr. Lam has
more than 20 years of experience as a faculty member at Fresno State training advisers
and counselors in both mental health and educational settings. She has served roles
as program coordinator and administrator in higher education. She has experience in
international recruitment, study abroad, and intensive English programs services.
Dr. Lam has been an international student at Fresno State from Hong Kong and participated
in study abroad in Spain from the U.S. She speaks both Cantonese and Mandarin.
Daniel R. Bernard
Associate Dean
559.278.0333 | dbernard@csufresno.edu
Daniel Bernard serves as the Associate Dean and is responsible for oversight and management
of all academic programs of the Division. He directs the work of all program coordinators
and oversees all certificates, degrees, self-support terms, and individual courses
offered through the Division. In addition, he directs the work of the Veterans Education
Program.
Frank Puccio
Director of Global Operations Finance and Administration
559.278.0419 | frpuccio@csufresno.edu
Frank Puccio serves as the Director of Global Operations Finance and Administration
and is responsible for the oversight and management of accounting, finance, and budget
operations. He oversees all day-to-day self-support and stateside functions of the
Division including marketing, student registration, information technology, and more.
Frank is a Fresno State alumnus, having earned a bachelors degree in Business Administration
in 2005 and a doctoral degree in Educational Leadership in 2020. He also holds a Masters
degree in Business Administration from San Diego State, earned in 2008.
Teresa Zenteno
Executive Assistant
559.278.0417 | teresaz@csufresno.edu
Teresa Zenteno is the Executive Assistant and serves as a key member of the Division's leadership and is responsible for providing support on confidential and sensitive projects to the Dean. Teresa brings 25 years of campus experience to CGE, having worked in various departments on the Fresno State campus.
Andrea Alatorre
International Marketing and Recruitment Specialist
559.278.3011 | alatorre@mail.fresnostate.edu
Andrea serves as the International Marketing and Recruitment Specialist for the International Office. She brings 20 years of experience from the private sector in marketing, along with customer service and office management. A native of Fresno and a former student of Fresno State, she has grown up immersed in the Bulldog culture. Andrea holds an Associate’s Degree in Business Administration and will complete her Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and Human Resources.
Monica Acosta
Registrar
559.278.0415 | moacosta@csufresno.edu
Monica Acosta is a Fresno State Alumna with a bachelor’s degree in Business. She joined
the Division in 2000 as a student assistant and became a staff member in 2002. She
is the Registrar for Continuing and Global Education and is the point person for all
student registration issues.
Tracy Bessey
Marketing and Communications Specialist | Terra Dotta Administrator
559.278.0420 | tracyo@csufresno.edu
Tracy Bessey earned her Bachelor’s degree in Rhetoric and Communications from the
University of California, Davis. She has worked in Continuing and Global Education
since 1997. She develops and administers the Division's multiple websites, social
media, coordinates electronic marketing mediums, produces marketing videos, develops
communication plans and creates marketing materials for the Division’s numerous programs.
Katie Adamo Bewarder
Associate Director of Development
559.278.5768 | katieadamo@csufresno.edu
Katie serves as the Associate Director of Development working with alumni and community
donors to match their interest and passion with programs in need of support. Whether
investing in student programs, community projects, or scholarships, gifts of all sizes
play an essential role in access and opportunity to education. Katie has experience
in alumni relations, event coordination, volunteer management, and community engagement.
She is a two-time Fresno State alumna, having earned a Bachelor’s degree in Business
Administration, Sports Marketing in 2009 and a Master’s degree in Business Administration
in 2012.
Jasmine Cao
International Student and Scholar Advisor
559.278.2782 | jcao@csufresno.edu
Jasmine Cao serves as an International Student and Scholar Advisor. She brings to
Fresno State a unique experience working as an International Student Advisor for universities
in both China and in the United States. This career background provides her with a
distinct understanding of the transitional issues international students experience.
With her professionalism and passion for international education, Jasmine has an established
record of being a supportive and dedicated international student advisor who is committed
to providing services that ensure international students are successful and enjoy
their experience at Fresno State. Jasmine holds a Master's Degree in Social Psychology.
Nick Carbajal
Veterans Education Program Coordinator
559.278.1901 | nicarbajal@csufresno.edu
Nick Carbajal is the Program Coordinator of the Veterans Education Program. He is responsible for oversight and management of the program, including coordinating curriculum and instruction, managing student outreach, perusing external funding opportunities, and representing the university at veteran and service member support functions. He is eager and excited about building relationships with our campus and community partners, colleagues, and staff that will help energize a learning environment that fosters continued growth and student success in the Veterans Education Program!
Deni Dukic
Extension Program Specialist
559.278.0423 | ddukic@csufresno.edu
Deni joined CGE in February of 2020 and has served various roles within the Division, most recently as the Extended Program Specialist and Interim Director of the American English Institute. Deni is an experienced Program/Project Manager with both higher education and industry experience. Born and raised in Croatia, Deni earned his B.S. in Business Management and M.B.A. from the Craig School of Business at California State University, Fresno.
Geovany Cisneros
International Admissions Specialist
559.278.2782 | geovanyfcc@csufresno.edu
Geovany serves as an International Admissions Specialist for freshman, undergraduate transfer and graduate applicants. Originally from Mexico, he experienced the journey of learning a new educational system and adjusting to a new culture. He graduated from Fresno State in 2018 with his Master's Degree. Geovany is excited to welcome new and diverse cultures to Fresno State!
Maribel Flores
Administrative Assistant to the Assistant Vice President of International Affairs
559.278.5379 | mflores@mail.fresnostate.edu
Maribel serves as the Assistant to the Assistant Vice President of International Affairs and Administrative Assistant of the International Office. She attended Fresno State where she majored in Liberal Studies. Ms. Flores has worked for two institutions in the California State University (CSU) system and brings over 15 years of administrative experience. Most recently she was at San Jose State University (SJSU) where she worked for over two years with the Division of Student Affairs. Prior to SJSU, she worked at San Diego State University for 10 years in several programs with the Divisions of Academic Affairs and Student Affairs. Ms. Flores is thrilled to join the International Office and looks forward to making a difference in the lives of international students of the Fresno State community.
Rishad Gandhi
Study Abroad Coordinator
559.278.6288 | rgandhi@mail.fresnostate.edu
Rishad Gandhi is the Study Abroad Coordinator and is responsible for the planning, development, and implementation of outbound international programming including semester and yearlong study abroad programs, international exchange programs and faculty-led travel study programs. He also manages the operations of the Study Abroad office. Rishad grew up in Kolkata, India and moved to the United States in 2000. He received his Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Texas Christian University and his Master’s degree in Education Leadership and Policy Studies from the University of Kansas.
David Hoff
Business and Technology Specialist
559.278.0317 | davhoff@csufresno.edu
David Hoff joined Continuing and Global Education in 2012. He coordinates Summer Session, Early Start, and numerous extension academic programs. David has an MBA from Fresno State.
Jamie Jones
Coordinator of International Student Services
559.278.2782 | jamiej@csufresno.edu
Jamie Jones serves as the “working supervisor” in the International Office, responsible for coordinating a full range of advising and programming services for international students and scholars. She is actively engaged in the internationalization process here at Fresno State, overseeing international student engagements activities, leadership programs and events throughout the year. Originally, from Northern California, she brings with her a sense of adventure, a love of the outdoors and culinary curiosity to the International Office. Jamie holds a Master's Degree in Organization and Leadership from the University of San Francisco.
Marcela Magdaleno
Study Abroad Advisor
559.278.6287 | marcela@csufresno.edu
Marcela Magdaleno serves as the Study Abroad Advisor, she is responsible for advising students before, during, and after their study abroad experience. She coordinates International Coffee Hour and the Bulldog Global program. She joined Continuing and Global Education in 2013. She previously worked as Academic Counselor for the Provost Graduation Initiative. Marcela is a Fresno State Alumna earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Liberal Studies-Bilingual Education in 2011 and a Master’s of Science Degree in Student Affairs and College Counseling in 2015.
Roseann Rodriguez
International Admissions and Recruitment Specialist
559.278.2782 | rrodriguez@csufresno.edu
Roseann Rodriguez serves as an International Admissions and Recruitment Specialist.
She has worked on the Fresno State campus for about 20 years and brings over 15 years
of experience in admissions, campus policies, major and degree requirements. She
has participated in the implementation of several campus initiatives associated with
improving student success. She earned a master’s degree from Fresno State in Counseling
and Student Services in 2012. She is excited about working with international students
and assisting them in their transition to the university and helping them to pursue
their educational and professional goals at Fresno State.
Rose Rosales
Passport Agent
559.278.0442 | rose14@csufresno.edu
Rose comes to the Fresno State Passport Place after 30 years of service in retail.
She is excited about the opportunity to serve students as well as the community in
her new role.
Jill Wagner
Executive Director | Osher Lifelong Learning Institute
559.278.0008 | jiwagner@csufresno.edu
Jill Wagner directs the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, offering adults age 50
and better the chance to learn for the love of learning. OLLI offers lectures, courses
and interesting activities for its members and there are no entrance requirements,
tests or grades. Jill is an experienced and award-winning marketing and public relations
professional.
Danny Wan
Coordinator of International Admissions and Recruitment
559.278.2782 | dwan@csufresno.edu
Danny serves as the International Admissions Lead. Since 2000, he has managed in scholarships
and recruitment, international admissions, F and J visa advising, programming and
study abroad. A native of Taipei and Kansas City, Danny was in the foreign services
for two years. He has an extensive background in intercultural communication.