Meet Our Staff

Office of International Studies and Outreach aims to support the International community on MSUB campus with effective and efficient services. Please feel free to contact us for more information and any questions to be answered.

Email: ois@msubillings.edu
Phone: 406-657-1705
FAX: 406-896-5907
Address: 1500 University Dr., McMullen Hall Room 200, Billings, MT 59101 USA

	Dr. Tom Rust Interim Executive Director Phone: 406-247-5785 TRust@msubillings.edu “...I am honored to be a part of MSUB's efforts to internationalize our campus and make it a successful and enjoyable experience for students and faculty. MSUB has a committed faculty that embrace the idea of a diverse classroom and as the director I am excited to work with them and international students to enhance the educational experience for everyone. The staff in the Office of International Studies is passionate, dedicated, and I am proud to work with them.”

	Mohamed Mohamed, TESOL certified Interim Director, Intensive English Language Program Phone: 406-247-5786 or 406-657-1705 mohamed.mohamed1@msubillings.edu "Having been an international student myself, I can easily relate to and understand our current and future students. Diversity brings many opportunities for creativity and innovation; however, understanding the culture, comprehending the language and willing to excel in a foreign country are crucial but can be challenging, rewarding or both.Thus, delivering academic success and cross cultural understanding through teaching, mentoring or coaching is my passion. I'm privileged to work in this field and be a member of a dynamic team that is fun, enthusiastic and productive."

	Xiaoyi Wang International Outreach Manager Phone: 406-896-5903 xiaoyi.wang@msubillings.edu “ As an international alumna of MSU Billings my perspective really helps me connect with other international students. I feel very fortunate to be part of the internationalization process of our campus. I enjoy representing MSU Billings, working with partner agencies, institutions, and universities, and sharing my experience with potential and current students. I think MSUB has so much to offer and having international students on our campus really help our domestic students and the Billings community learn about the world and be more accepting to other cultures. We look forward to having more students from around the world to study at MSUB, enjoy Billings and Montana, and learn about American culture in the northwestern part of the United States. ”

	Tracy Mouser Student Services Coordinator Phone: 406-657-1705 tmouser@msubillings.edu “I’ve spent most of my career on the college campus because I love working with students! I especially enjoy international students and the diverse views of the world they bring into my life. Music, laughter, good food and my family are a few of the things that continue to make my life worth living.”

	Karen Baumgart Immigration Services Coordinator Phone: 406-657-1731 karen.baumgart@msubillings.edu “I am proud to be a part of the International Studies team at MSUB where we continue to diversify our campus. The environment of an international University improves not only our classrooms but our city as well. Helping to stimulate these relationships between cultures in a more globally connected and understood world.”

	Elizabeth Almann Study Abroad Coordinator Phone: 406-657-1705 elizabeth.almann@msubillings.edu “I have always had a passion for foreign languages, other cultures, and travel. I also love to encourage and guide people. As study abroad coordinator at MSUB it's my job to promote our programs in other countries and to assist students through the process of going to study abroad. It’s great to do work I enjoy and believe in, and to be part of a team of dedicated and caring people. Living and studying in another country is truly one of the most rewarding experiences you will ever have – both personally and professionally. As you learn about others, you also learn about yourself. Did you know that you can get college credit and financial aid for that? And it’s really, really fun. Expand your horizons! Study abroad!”

	Jin-Hyung Lee Office Student Assistant Phone: 406-657-1705 ois.study@msubillings.edu “Every day I work at the Office of International Studies and Outreach is a perfect gift of time for me. As hours waiting to be filled in any way I choose, I am very excited that my times would be filled with a variety of culture through working with an amazing team and working for international students.”