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Victoria Malone serves as Director for Study Abroad and Senior International Officer at Union University’s Center for Intercultural Engagement, alongside her role as Assistant Professor of Language. She holds a B.A. in French Studies and dual M.A. degrees in Modern European History and Nineteenth Century French Literature from Northern Illinois University. Her career spans academia and industry: she taught French and Intercultural Studies at Union after a brief stint as a translator and customer service professional. Malone pioneered Union’s Study Abroad program, establishing its office and leading annual summer programs in Angers, France since 2011. She represents Union at the Forum for International Education and maintains affiliations with the Forum for Education Abroad, TFLTA, and PHI Sigma Iota.
Education:
- B.A., French Studies, Northern Illinois University
- M.A., Modern European History, Northern Illinois University
- M.A., Nineteenth Century French Literature, Northern Illinois University
Research & Interests: Malone’s work focuses on integrating intercultural competency, French language pedagogy, and global educational initiatives. Her leadership in study abroad programs reflects her commitment to experiential learning rooted in cross-cultural engagement.
Professional Contributions: As founding director of Study Abroad, she has shaped international educational opportunities for Union students, emphasizing hands-on cultural immersion. Her role as SIO underscores her strategic impact on institutional global partnerships.
