Adam Freed

Adam Freed serves as Global Engagement Program Manager and Adjunct Lecturer in the School of Information at the University of Michigan, where he develops and facilitates cross-cultural engagement opportunities through the Engaged Learning Office.

His academic background includes:

• BA in Global Studies/Intercultural Communication from Spring Arbor University (2012)
• MA in International Education from the School for International Training (2017)
• Doctoral candidate at Universita Cattolica del Sacro Cuore researching higher education internationalization

Freed specializes in creating transformative global experiences, evidenced by launching UMSI's Amsterdam study abroad program and the Global Engagement Fellowship. His work emphasizes active cultural immersion over passive participation, informed by leadership roles as Chair of the Michigan Association of International Educators and Diversity Abroad National Task Force member.

Professional initiatives focus on bridging academic theory with practical intercultural competence development for students navigating globalized environments.