Directory

Dean

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Brian Schriner
Dean
schriner@fiu.edu
Ph: 305-348-3176
Office: MMC – PCA 285

Brian Schriner has served as Dean of Florida International University’s College of Communication, Architecture + The Arts (CARTA) since 2010. Under his leadership, CARTA has emerged as one of the nation’s leading public colleges for creativity, innovation, and experiential learning, earning repeated national and international recognition while expanding its impact across communication, journalism, architecture, design, music, theatre, and the visual arts.

Working collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, alumni, donors, university leadership, and community partners, Dean Schriner has strengthened the college’s academic reputation, expanded nationally recognized degree programs, secured nearly $50 million in philanthropic support, and generated more than $50 million in auxiliary revenue to advance the college’s mission. His leadership has transformed CARTA’s academic programs, faculty, facilities, and industry partnerships while creating exceptional experiential learning opportunities for more than 4,000 students.

Among his academic initiatives, Dean Schriner led the establishment of Florida’s first Doctor of Design (D.Des.), the college’s first doctoral program, while expanding innovative undergraduate and graduate programs that prepare students for careers in the rapidly evolving creative, media, design, and technology industries.

Dean Schriner is an educator, author, and advocate for public higher education. He believes the arts, design, communication, journalism, and media are essential to fostering creativity, innovation, civic engagement, and economic opportunity.

Associate + Assistant Deans

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Marilys Nepomechie
Associate Dean School of Architecture
nepomech@fiu.edu
Ph: 305-348-1887
Office: MMC – PCA 283B

Coordination of the hiring, development, assessment and assignment of the College’s faculty and the coordination of the assessment of the College’s academic programs. Marilys R. Nepomechie, FAIA, is also a Professor, practicing architect and 2015-16 President of the Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture. Her professional and academic projects – focused on urban resilience and on the design of sustainable, affordable housing and infrastructure – are included in the archives of the National Building Museum. Funded by grants from the National Endowment for the Arts, the National Science Foundation, the U.S. Department of Energy, the Graham Foundation for Advanced Studies in the Fine Arts and the CINTAS Foundation, her work has been honored with over 40 design and research awards, national and international exhibition, and wide publication.

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John Stuart
Associate Dean of Strategic Communications
stuartj@fiu.edu
Ph: 305-535-1460
Office: MBUS 447

Administration, oversight, growth, promotion, and financial sustainability of CARTA | MBUS. John Stuart, AIA, is the Director of Miami Beach Urban Studios, and Professor, is a practicing registered architect in the State of Florida. He is also an architectural historian and a visual artist developing collaborative research projects on complexity, community, identity, technology, the environment and public space with funding from Van Alen Institute, The National Endowment for the Arts, The National Science Foundation, The National Endowment for the Humanities, and The Graham Foundation for Advanced Studies in the Fine Arts.

Octavio J. Visiedo
Assistant Dean for Strategic Initiatives
ovisiedo@fiu.edu
Ph: 305-348-2897
Office: MMC – PCA 281A

Octavio J. Visiedo has many years of experience in both public and private sectors. He has served in many capacities within the university, namely on CARTA’s K-12 Taskforce and a Faculty/Research Associate in CARTA’s Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator. He is a lifelong educator and had the honor of being the first Cuban American Superintendent of Schools in the history of Miami Dade County Public Schools. Mr. Visiedo holds his B.A. in Political Science and M.S. in Education.

Directors

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Maria Claverie
Associate Director of Alumni Relations
mgclaver@fiu.edu
Ph: 305-348-1805
Office: MMC – PCA 361A

Maria G. Claverie holds a master’s degree in International Development Education from FIU. She has worked in higher education for more than 15 years and joined the CARTA team in 2011. Maria oversees the planning of alumni events, serves as the CARTA Alumni Liaison to the central Alumni Office, and engages alumni in the life of the College. She is also responsible for identifying prospective alumni donors and matching their philanthropic priorities with the College’s needs and their engagement with the Annual Fund. Maria also identifies, manages, and processes sponsorships for CARTA.

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Robert “B.J.” Duncan
Director of Operations; Liaison to the Dean
robert.duncan5@fiu.edu
Ph: 305-348-1353
Office: MMC – PCA 284A

Robert “B.J.” Duncan has proudly served Florida International University and CARTA in a multitude of capacities since 2012. He began his career at FIU in the Department of Theatre as a Production Specialist, then Theatre Facilities Manager, followed by his current roles as Director of CARTA Facilities and Liaison to the Dean. B.J. is a very proud two-time FIU alumnus (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre, 2009; Master of Public Administration, 2017) and also holds a Master of Fine Arts in Theatre from the University of Idaho. Beyond FIU, B.J. is a two-term elected Council Member serving the Town of Cutler Bay, as well as a Technical Theatre Director and Production Consultant for Zoetic Stage at the Adrienne Arsht Center for Performing Arts.

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Oliver Ionita
Senior Director of Development
oliver.ionita@fiu.edu
Ph: 305-348-0045
Cell: 312-330-1483
Office: MMC – MARC 533

Mr. Ionita has more than 20 years of fundraising experience, working for prestigious organizations including Jazz at Lincoln Center, the New York Philharmonic, Northwestern University’s Bienen School of Music and the University of Illinois at Chicago’s College of Architecture, Design & the Arts.  He has also served as a panelist for the New York State Council on the Arts and the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs.

He holds a Bachelor in Music Performance from The Juilliard School and a Masters of Arts in Performing Arts Administration from New York University (NYU).
Mr. Ionita partners with Dean Schriner and CARTA faculty and staff to identify strategic priorities and generate philanthropic support for the College.

Robert Jaross
Student Media Director
xjarossr@fiu.edu
Ph: 305-348-6993
Office: VH 242

Robert Jaross has taught advertising and public relations courses at FIU for the past 18 years, while working in Student Affairs as director for Student Media. Jaross has taught all courses in the advertising tract and currently focuses on teaching the capstone course. Prior to FIU, Jaross was a faculty member at Southern Illinois University where he taught advertising courses, including the capstone advertising course as well as serving as general manager to the Daily Egyptian daily student newspaper. Earlier in his professional career Mr. Jaross worked for an advertising agency; a magazine, as advertising director; two newspapers, as advertising directors; and at a media corporation as president.

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Karla Kennedy 
Director of Online Learning
kkennedy@fiu.edu
Ph: 305-919-4029
Office: BBC – AC2 311

Dr. Karla D. Kennedy is a Florida native who has been involved in student speech and publications since her days in junior high school. Kennedy, a strong advocate for the freedoms and rights of students and student journalists, has advised various high school media for 19 years in Miami-Dade County Public Schools. She served as the first Scholastic Journalism Outreach Coordinator for the University of Oregon at the George S. Turnbull Center located in downtown Portland, as well as the Executive Director of the Northwest Scholastic Press Association from 2012 to 2015. While at UO, she was honored with the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Award in Equity and Inclusion. In 2007, the Florida Scholastic Press Association recognized Kennedy as the Morty Schaap Florida Journalism Teacher of the Year. She has taught Writing for Mass Communications, Writing Strategies, Multimedia Production, Media Law and Ethics, and Public Speaking. She wrote the curriculum and taught the Summer Journalism Institute at the Museum of Contemporary Art in North Miami as well as advised the museum’s student publication, the MOCA’Zine.

Jacek J. Kolasinski
Director of the Ratcliffe Arts + Design Incubator
kolasins@fiu.edu
Ph: 305-348-3362
Office: MBUS 441

Jacek J. Kolasiński, MFA, Ph.D., is the founding director of the Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator and a professor in the Department of Art + Art History at Florida International University, where he served as department chair for six years.
An interdisciplinary artist, designer, and curator, he explores the intersections of art, architecture, and social engagement through site-specific projects, multimedia installations, and digital fabrications.
His work investigates spatial practices and transdisciplinary collaboration, fostering dialogue between creative disciplines and the public realm.
Dr. Kolasiński’s projects have been exhibited internationally, reaching diverse audiences across Europe, Latin America, and the United States.
His Creole Archive Project examines the historical and cultural entanglements between Poland and the global South, particularly Haiti.

Lillian Lodge Kopenhaver
Executive Director of The Lillian Lodge Kopenhaver Center For The Advancement of Women in Communication
lillian.kopenhaver@fiu.edu
Ph: 305-919-4065
Office: BBC – AC2 235A

Dr. Lillian Lodge Kopenhaver is also dean emeritus and professor in the SJMC. She was named the Outstanding Woman in Journalism and Mass Communication Education for 2009 by the Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication. A nationally known expert and researcher on the First Amendment, the scholastic and collegiate press, and the role and status of women in communication, she is the author of more than 150 scholarly articles, monographs and books.

She is past president of AEJMC, College Media Advisers, the Student Press Law Center, and the Community College Journalism Association. She holds the Wells Memorial Key from the Society of Professional Journalists, only the second woman in the history of the organization to win that award at that time, the CMA Distinguished Service Award, the Pioneer Award from the Associated Collegiate Press, the AEJMC Newspaper Division Distinguished Service Award, the AEJMC Outstanding Leadership Award, the FIU Foundation Outstanding Service Award, the FIU Alumni Association Outstanding Faculty Torch Award, and the Distinguished Alumnus Award and Lifetime Service Award from Rowan University. She was also awarded FIU’s Distinguished University Service Medallion for her outstanding contributions to FIU, as well as her “distinguished service to the profession and the community.” In 2023 she was given an award by the City of Miramar “for your commitment and dedication to the empowerment of women through education and personal development.”

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Shahin Vassigh
Director of Technology Research Development
svassigh@fiu.edu
Ph: 305-348-3032
Office: MMC – PCA 373A

Shahin Vassigh has a Master of Architecture, Master of Urban Planning, and Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from University at Buffalo, the State University of New York. She has considerable professional experience through her work at various consulting engineering firms ranging from bridge design/analysis to large-scale building construction and design. She has built a nationally recognized body of research work focused on improving structures and technology education by developing alternative teaching pedagogies that utilize digital media.

Administrative Services

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Daisy Chiong Delgado
Office Specialist
dchiongd@fiu.edu
Ph: 305-348-2540
Office: MMC – PCA 272

Daisy Chiong Delgado has over 35 years of Higher Education experience. Before joining FIU she worked at the University of Miami for 25 years in Office Management and Sponsored Research at both the Coral Gables and Medical Campuses. Daisy joined CARTA in 2014 as the Secretary for School of Music Graduate Director and has since then worked for the college in the areas office assistance , student assistance and facilities administration.

Roxana Corradino
Dual Enrollment Coordinator
rcorradi@fiu.edu
Ph: 305-348-2897
Office: PCA 284A

Prof. Roxana Corradino is an accomplished educator, artist, and author with a deep passion for art history and performance. She earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts from Florida International University in 2000 and later obtained a Master of Fine Arts from The School of the Art Institute of Chicago, where her work explored themes of Cubanidad, immigration, and exile. She is the author of The Joy of Art: Exploring the Beauty and Relevance of Art in Your Life, published by Kendall Hunt Publishing. A notable Global Learning faculty member, she has received numerous awards throughout her career at FIU and as a teacher for Miami-Dade County. A devoted Christian, she is active in her church and community, a dedicated mother to her son Matteo, and a passionate lover of animals. Beyond her work in education, she enjoys cooking, exploring technology, and entrepreneurship in both education and the arts. She expresses her creativity through various mediums, drawing inspiration from her travels, personal experiences, and deep appreciation for culture and history.

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Anna Sanchez
Administrative Assistant
annsanch@fiu.edu
Ph: 305-348-7500
Office: MMC – PCA 272

Anna Sanchez, Administrative Assistant, provides support to the Associate Dean of Faculty + Program Development. Anna also provides administrative support to the Robotics Academy Team. Anna joins FIU with many years of customer service and administrative experience in the health industry.

Jessica Szmuler
Executive Assistant 
jszmuler@fiu.edu
Ph: 305-348-3175
Office: MMC – PCA 274A

Jessica Szmuler, Executive Assistant, provides support to the Dean, and Office of the Dean staff. Her role involves management of scheduling, day-to-day operations of the college, working with the Student Success team and assisting in organizing college events.
Jessica joined FIU in 2018, with over 25 years of administrative and customer service experience, including 16 years of working for non-profit organizations. Jessica is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Finance

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Karen Baer
Assistant Director of Finance
baerk@fiu.edu
Ph: 305-919-4581
Office: BBC – AC2 230

Karen Baer, is the Assistant Director of Finance overseeing financial matters for CARTA programs at the Biscayne Bay Campus. She holds a Master’s degree in Public Adminsitration from FIU and a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Karen has worked at FIU since 2004.

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Madeleine Manzano-Barrera
Financial Analyst
mmanzano@fiu.edu
Ph: 305-348-8130
Office: MMC – PCA 274A

Madeleine Manzano-Barrera is an accomplished administrative professional with over twenty-five years of experience. Madeleine has provided high-level support in a variety of industries and across multiple functional areas, including the education system for Miami-Dade County Public Schools (MDCPS), before joining The College of Communication, Architecture + the Arts (CARTA) at Florida International University.

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Evelyn Martinez
Financial Analyst
emartine@fiu.edu
Ph: 305-348-6268
Office: MMC – PCA 274A

Evelyn Martinez is the financial analyst for the Art + Art History Department. Evelyn is the coordinator of the department budget and contracts. She received a Masters in Public Administration from FIU.

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Paulette Rivera
Senior Financial Analyst
priver@fiu.edu
Ph: 305-348-2895

Paulette Rivera received her M.B.A with an emphasis in management from FIU and double majored in business administration and international business at FIU. She works closely with the chairperson in the areas of purchasing, accounts payable, and preparation of a variety of reports. Her work is primarily computer-based, using online record-keeping systems, word processing, database, and spreadsheet applications. Furthermore, Paulette has been an integrative component of the operations of a retail store for the past for years.

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Rashida Taylor
Associate Director of Finance
rltaylor@fiu.edu
Ph: 305-348-2286
Office: MMC – PCA 281A

Rashida Taylor, Assistant Director of Finance, is responsible for the development of annual budgets, salary forecasts, financial statements, and expense approvals for the departments on the MMC campus . She graduated from FIU with a Bachelor of Arts in Accounting in 2011, later obtaining a Master of Accounting from FIU’s Graduate School of Accounting in 2012. She began working at FIU in 2008 as a student and then working full time within the CARTA Dean’s Office in 2012.

Human Resources

Princess Paul
HR Specialist
prpaul@fiu.edu
Ph: 305-348-7500
Office: MMC – PCA 267A

Princess Paul, HR Specialist for the College of Communication, Architecture + The Arts, earned her Bachelor’s in Business Administration with a focus on Business Management and Human Resource Management from Florida International University (FIU) in 2018. Princess joined the CARTA HR team in 2022 and boasts 10 years of guest service and human resources experience. In her current role, Princess provides support to the Assistant Director of Human Resources and serves as a Human Resources Liaison serving the faculty, staff, and students of FIU with her dedication and care.

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Sharon Spallone
Assistant Director of Human Resources
sspallon@fiu.edu
Ph: 305-348-7995

Sharon Spallone, Assistant Director of Human Resources for the College of Communication, Architecture + The Arts, served in the U.S Army for 10 years and has over 20 years of experience in Executive Administration and Office Management. She has a Bachelor of Public Administration from Florida International University. She began working for FIU in 2015 as an Administrative Assistant for CARTA Dean’s Office. Sharon now manages the day to day operations of CARTA Human Resources recruitment process for full time benefit earning and temporary employees. She serves as the Human Resources Liaison for CARTA.

Miami Beach Urban Studios (MBUS)

Colette Mello
Senior Special Events Manager
cmello@fiu.edu
Ph: 305-535-5652

Colette Mello is an Art Curator and Special Events Manager at FIU – Miami Beach Urban Studios, where she curates exhibitions, develops dynamic arts programming, and works closely with visual arts students. She is also an adjunct professor, teaching Art in the Public Realm and Grant Writing in Art. In addition, she serves as the Vice President of the Florida Association of Public Art Professionals and is a board member of the City of Miami Beach Art in Public Places. Passionate about fostering community engagement through the arts, she has organized numerous workshops, panel discussions, and public art initiatives. Her expertise spans contemporary art, public installations, and interdisciplinary collaborations, and she is committed to creating meaningful artistic experiences that inspire and connect diverse audiences.

Office of Strategic Communication + Public Relations

Jackie Ikem
Account Manager, School of Architecture
jikem@fiu.edu
Ph: 305-348-3181
Office: MMC – PCA 280A

Jacqueline Ikem, a Miami native, earned a master’s degree in Global Strategic Communications from Florida International University in partnership with Miami Ad School. Collaborating closely with the Special Events Manager, she curates content and promotes upcoming events to keep the community informed and engaged. Through strategic use of social media platforms, Jacqueline is dedicated to elevating the school’s branding by showcasing student and faculty achievements and fostering meaningful connections across FIU’s academic and professional communities.

Emily Martinez
Marketing and Communications Manager
emilmart@fiu.edu
Ph: 305-348-7500
Office: MMC – PCA 284

Emily Martinez leads the digital marketing and strategic communications for FIU’s College of Communication, Architecture + The Arts. Within her role, she amplifies the visibility and exposure of the college and ensures consistent messaging while upholding the university’s brand guidelines across all of the CARTA units. Emily has nearly a decade of marketing and communications experience spanning across various industries such as non-profit, broadcast, legal, and higher education. A two-time FIU alum, Emily graduated from CARTA with her Bachelor of Science in Communications with a concentration of Public Relations in 2018, and earned a Master of Science from FIU’s School of Business in Marketing in 2021.

Elyssa Llanso
Junior Account Manager
ellanso@fiu.edu
Ph: 305-520-5650

Elyssa Llanso, Junior Account Manager for the College of Communication, Architecture + The Arts, drives email marketing initiatives, develops digital content, and ensures brand consistency across platforms. She supports data analysis, presentation creation, and internal communication while managing online shared sites and optimizing website functionality. Additionally, she contributes to immersive 3D content creation, operates the volumetric capture suite, and assists with event planning and execution at FIU’s SOA Miami Beach Urban Studios and FIU CARTA | Mana Wynwood. An FIU Alum, Elyssa received her BFA in Visual Arts.

Carla Zensen
Program Coordinator, Kopenhaver Center for the Advancement of Women in Communication
czensen@fiu.edu
Ph: 305-919-4065

Carla Zensen is a dynamic marketing and program coordination professional with 18 years of experience in education, stakeholder engagement, and digital communication. She currently serves as the Program Coordinator at the Kopenhaver Center, where she plays a pivotal role in programming, marketing, and mentorship initiatives. Zenen holds a Master of Science in Marketing with a specialization in social media from Southern New Hampshire University and a bachelor’s degree in marketing with a focus on Business Administration. Carla first joined FIU’s MBA program as a Program Assistant in 2005 before returning in 2019 to support the Kopenhaver Center’s mission.

Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator

Neil Ramsay
Research Associate
nramsay@fiu.edu
Ph: 305-348-2897
Office: AC2 150F

Neil Ramsay is a strategic business consultant, economist, and nonlinear systems thinker specializing in creative capital, economic development, and innovative business strategy. As the founder of The Creative Economist LLC and ArtsUP! Concepts, he advises institutions and entrepreneurs on leveraging interdisciplinary approaches for sustainable growth. He was a 2022 Fellow at Adam Smith Center for Economic Development, he is a Creative Capital Consultant, a Research Associate at Florida International University (FIU), and a Co-Founding Faculty Member of the Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator, where he mentors emerging creative entrepreneurs. Ramsay serves as an Economic Advisor At-Large to the Town of Lauderdale Lakes and holds a board position at the College of Business Master of Finance Advisory Board at FIU. As a dedicated mentor at NEW INC, the New Museum’s incubator for art, design, and technology, he applies nonlinear systems thinking to drive strategic innovation. His expertise in business relations, financial modeling, and lateral problem-solving positions him at the forefront of bridging economic strategy with the creative industries.

Special Events

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Michael Delgado
Senior Special Events Manager
michdelg@fiu.edu
Ph: 305-348-7500
Office: MMC – PCA 362B

Michael Delgado is the Senior Special Events Manager for the College of Communication, Architecture + The Arts (CARTA) at Florida International University. In this role, he creates experiences that connect donors, alumni, faculty, students, artists, and partners from across the arts community.

His work ranges from intimate gatherings to larger-scale events, with responsibility for strategy, production, sponsorships, guest experience, entertainment, ticketing, and vendor coordination. His portfolio spans major institutional gatherings, cultural programming, donor and alumni engagement, award programs, and academic celebrations, all designed to reflect CARTA’s creative identity while supporting the priorities of the college and university.

Earlier in his career, he built additional experience through independent consulting and partnerships with luxury and lifestyle hospitality brands including 1 Hotels, SLS Hotels, W Hotels, and Kimpton EPIC. This work included experiential marketing, brand activations, and co-branded event development.

Beyond FIU, Michael serves on the City of Hialeah’s Cultural Affairs Board, where he supports cultural programming, community engagement, and initiatives that promote the arts throughout the city.

An FIU alumnus, Michael holds a Master of Science in Hospitality Management and a Bachelor of Business Administration. Away from work, he enjoys spending time with family, traveling, exploring the outdoors, and following motorsports.

Student Services

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Cory Fairfield
Associate Director Academic Advising Services
cfairfie@fiu.edu
Ph: 305-348-2219
Office: MMC – PCA 283B

Cory Fairfield joined the College of Communication, Architecture + The Arts in November 2017, initially working at FIU OneStop Enrollment Services. With a background in advising students for Architecture, Interior Architecture, and Landscape Architecture + Environmental and Urban Design, Cory was honored as FIU’s Academic Advisor of the Year in 2019. Having earned both his undergraduate and graduate degrees from FIU, he is currently pursuing an Ed.D in Adult Education and Human Resource Development. Presently, Cory serves as Assistant Director of Academic Advising Services for the School of Architecture, School of Music, Department of Theatre, and Department of Art + Art History. Additionally, he finds fulfillment in teaching SLS 1501 to first-year students, engaging with FIU Embrace as a mentor, and providing training to new instructors through FIU Safe Zone.

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Linda Lara
Associate Director Academic Advising Services
Linda.Lara@fiu.edu
Ph: 305-919-4066
Office: BBC – AC2 230

Linda Lara serves as the Assistant Director of Academic Advising Services for the College of Communication, Architecture + The Arts (CARTA). She has devoted the past 17 years to student services in the field of higher education. She began her career in academic advising at Miami Dade College. She then transitioned to FIU’s College of Arts & Sciences in 2008 as an Academic Advisor and was later promoted to Assistant Director of Advising Services at the Biscayne Bay Campus in 2010.

Careers

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Clotilde M. Picart-Laguer
Career Specialist
cpicartl@fiu.edu
Ph: 305-348-3007
Office: MMC – PCA 276A

Clotilde M. Picart-Laguer is a Career Specialist with more than 20 years of experience in labor law. Ms. Picart-Laguer holds a bachelor’s degree in Systems of Justice from Universidad del Sagrado Corazon in Puerto Rico, a master’s in Labor Relations, and a Juris Doctor from Interamerican University. She served as an administrative judge in labor matters and represented the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico in labor and torts disputes and real estate endeavors. In addition, she was a solo-practitioner in family and labor matters representing the interests of marginalized individuals before the judicial court of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico and the United States District Court for the District of Puerto Rico.

Tiffany Sanchez
CARTA Career Specialist
tisanche@fiu.edu
VH 212B
Office: (305) 348-2423

Tiffany Sanchez is a Career Specialist in the College of Communication, Architecture + The Arts. She earned her bachelor’s degree in psychology and her master’s degree in Higher Education Administration from FIU. Tiffany is passionate about helping students navigate campus resources so they can access the support they need to thrive. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time at her church, connecting with friends and family, sipping matcha lattes, and singing karaoke.

Office Manager

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Linda Woolfson
Student Services Office Manager
lwoolfso@fiu.edu
Ph: 305-348-3176
Office: MMC – PCA 281B

With more than three decades of experience across higher education, non-profit organizations, and corporate settings, Linda Woolfson brings deep expertise and a steady hand to her role as Office Manager for the CARTA Student Success Team. She oversees daily operations, project management, and scholarship coordination, playing a pivotal role in helping students thrive.

Linda began her journey at CARTA as the Senior Administrative Assistant supporting the Dean, the Assistant Dean of Student Services and Strategic Planning, and the Executive Director of Finance and HR. Her belief in the power of strong administrative support continues to shape her approach: enabling executives to lead strategically while ensuring the organization runs smoothly behind the scenes.

Known for her exceptional communication and people skills, Linda builds lasting relationships with ease. Her eye for detail and years of experience in conference consulting and event planning equip her to implement impactful systems that fuel success. Passionate about meaningful connections and positive change, she’s committed to delivering exceptional experiences across the board.