About IPSO
Our Staff
L.D. Newman, MA, JD
- Director of IPSO & Assistant VP of International Initiatives
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Jonathan Harwood, MBA
- Senior Coordinator of International Services
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Our Mission
To support Augusta University departments and faculty in attracting and retaining high-caliber international scholars and students. To support Augusta University departments and faculty in the appointment of postdoctoral fellows who support the research growth of Augusta University.
IPSO is a service and compliance unit tasked to understand and apply laws to facilitate the employment of international personnel, the enrollment of international students and the hosting of international visitors to further the strategic goals of Augusta University while minimizing financial burden and institutional risk.
Our Goals
To provide Augusta University with an efficient and effective mechanism to recruit and retain international scholars and students by facilitating the visa status sponsorship and hosting processes through the various federal government agencies that regulate the entry of international scholars and students. To develop policies and practices which systematically support the efficient appointment of postdoctoral fellows at Augusta University.
Our Values
In all capacities, IPSO strives to serve the best interests of the Augusta University community by reducing bureaucratic burden, ensuring compliance and promoting fiscal responsibility. The office adheres to four core values in the design and delivery of its services: