David Shallenberger

David Shallenberger is an internationally recognized scholar and educator in the field of global education and intercultural service. He is currently an Affiliated Faculty member at SIT Graduate Institute, where he teaches in the EdD in Global Education, MA in International Education (Part-Time Hybrid), and MA in Intercultural Service, Leadership, and Management programs. His expertise spans internationalization, ethical leadership, adult learning, and multicultural awareness.

His educational background includes a PhD in Human and Organizational Systems from Fielding Institute, an MBA in Organization Development from Stanford University, and a BA in Spanish from Pomona College.

Dr. Shallenberger's research centers on comprehensive internationalization, with a focus on internationalization at home, intercultural learning assessment, and the global integration of vocational education. He has conducted extensive work in Latin America, particularly Ecuador and Brazil, and has advised institutions on curriculum development and student mobility. His scholarship emphasizes inclusive, reflective, and culturally resonant approaches to global education.

His recent publications and presentations (2013–2018) reflect a strong trend toward practical strategies for internationalization, assessment tools for intercultural learning, and innovative models for engaging non-traditional and adult learners in global education. Themes include equity in study abroad, faculty development for global curricula, and international partnerships that prioritize mutual learning.

• Fulbright Specialist
• Certified Education Abroad Professional

Dr. Shallenberger has held leadership roles in NAFSA and the Forum on Education Abroad and has consulted widely with universities in Brazil, El Salvador, Poland, Romania, and China. He has developed and directed international programs, including a BA program in Hong Kong, and has led numerous workshops on adult learning and cross-cultural communication. Though specific grants are not listed, his sponsored workshops (e.g., by the U.S. State Department) indicate funded professional engagement. He has mentored emerging scholars and professionals, often in collaboration with colleagues such as Susan McGury and Maria Camilo.

He is actively involved in advancing hybrid and part-time graduate programs at SIT, focusing on reflective practice and leadership development for global educators. His work supports the expansion of international education beyond traditional mobility models, emphasizing accessibility and deep intercultural engagement.