Brianne works to connect, collaborate and communicate in the sphere of the Institute's global engagement. She works closely with Liana and the ARD team to support efforts in global research, extension and capacity building, while also leading the effort to help CASNR students go global through their coursework, on-campus experiences, and virtual and physical exchange. Additionally, she collaborates with the broader IANR/university community and external partners to develop and advance global initiatives. 

Hailing from rural Nebraska, Brianne brings both local knowledge and an international lens to the team. Prior to joining IANR, Brianne worked for Spain's Ministry of Education and Vocational Training (in the La Rioja locality) for three years in addition to traveling to over 35 countries across Europe and the MENA region. Her U.S. professional experience includes new venture development with an environmental nonprofit, and doing social media, writing, and strategy work for several companies in the Lincoln/Omaha area. She now brings a different regional focus and capability to the team being based in Mexico City, a bustling hub for engagement in Latin America.

Brianne holds two degrees from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, a Bachelor of Journalism degree in public relations and advertising, and a Master of Science in natural resource sciences with a focus on human dimensions and global One Health. She speaks Spanish and is working on French and Arabic.

Contact Brianne about:

• Global experiential learning, coursework, and on/off-campus activities that develop global competencies 
• Global professional development opportunities or career discussion 
• Sharing about your international activity (as a faculty, staff or student)
• Specific country inquiries of IANR faculty/staff engagement and connections
• Interest in or work related to the Sustainable Development Goals (as a student, staff or faculty), joining the SDG Scholars Program or earning related badges
• Enrolling yourself or a student you work with in the non-credit AGRI 42 

Contact Brianne