Shamim Arastu, MS
Excellence in International Education
Chair, Department of Education
Since 2004, she has fostered global learning at Lone Star College through initiatives like virtual exchanges, international designations, and impactful student experiences such as Alternative Spring Break in Nicaragua.
Mary Susan Allen, BS, MS
Excellence in International Education
Professor, Biology and Faculty Advisor for Health Professions
With 27 years at LSC-North Harris and long-standing involvement with Honors, she has secured International Studies designations for anatomy and physiology courses, guided students into health professions through advising and internships, and enriched learning by exploring cultural and global impacts on health.
Kimberlee Ball
Excellence in International Education
Professor, History
Since 2007, she has advanced honors and international education at Lone Star College by teaching International Studies and Honors courses, adjudicating for Honors Day, and promoting the growing Global Scholars program for LSC Online.
David Beaulieu, Ph.D.
Excellence in International Education
Professor, Psychology
With nine years at Lone Star College, he has led interdisciplinary projects promoting international education, including a collaboration with the Honors College, Psychology Club, and Latin American Student Organization to discuss Living Beyond Borders during International Education Week and is working with Harris County Public Library to host the anthology's editor, Margarita Longoria.
Tien Hoang
Excellence in Honors & International Education
Lead ESOL Academic Advisor
With a Bachelor's degree in Religious Studies and a minor in Philosophy from the University of Houston, she has been with Lone Star College for four years, where she created the Homeroom for ESOL students and led workshops to support international students' success, earning the One LSC award for her contributions to the college community.
Dr. Mark Marotto
Excellence in International Education
Professor, Music and International Faculty Fellow
With 13 years at LSC, Mark has led efforts to internationalize curriculum, chaired the International Education Biennial, created interdisciplinary programs like a Study Abroad in Cuba, and enriched the campus with cultural celebrations, fostering global learning and cultural exchange.
Mari Omori, MFA
Excellence in International Education
Professor, Art
She has twice been awarded Sabbatical Leave, completing artist residencies in Japan and Indonesia, where she created paper sculptures, learned Batik techniques, and organized exhibitions featuring international artists, enriching the cultural and artistic education of her students.
Kelly Phillips, Ph.D.
Excellence in International Education
Professor, History
With 17 years at Lone Star College and one year with The Honors College, she has led study abroad programs to Paris, Berlin, and Auschwitz, taught internationally designated courses, and focused on transnational history within the honors program.