As a member of the Custom Programs Team, Ashton Troxel, works closely with Institutional Relations and CEA CAPA’s International Teams to develop custom programming that meets the needs of partners and students. Ashton earned an MA in International Education Management from the Middlebury Institute of International Studies. During her undergraduate years, Ashton studied abroad in Orléans, France and double majored in International Studies and French. Prior to joining CEA CAPA, Ashton spent four years in an education abroad office at the University of Michigan where she collaborated with faculty on international programs and advised students. Ashton is committed to making international education a more diverse and accessible space. As such, she challenges practitioners to think critically about program models, application procedures, and intent when developing programs. In 2020, Ashton joined the NAFSA Region V team as the conference planner and is currently the Chair of Region V. On the weekend, you’ll find Ashton walking her dogs, reading, and trying new recipes. Outside of Europe, Ashton has spent time traveling in India.