By: Sarah Garwood ’19
On Thursday, March 8th IPED students and alumni gathered for the annual IPED Alumni Networking Night at Fordham Lincoln Center. After everyone enjoyed some hors d’oeuvre and conversation, three alumni, Michael Fajardo ’14, Elizabeth Wisman-Strojan ’13, and Sahra English ’08, presented on their career paths. Michael Fajardo ’14 is an Investment Analyst at Goldstein Capital Corporation, an investment adviser that manages a mortgage-backed securities focused hedge fund. Michael spoke about his experiences as an international student and then as a professional in the private sector. Elizabeth Wisman-Strojan ’13 is the Director of Government Affairs at the New York Housing Development Corporation and Department of Housing Preservation and Development. Her work with the University Neighborhood Housing Program in the Bronx as a Fordham IPED Coverdell Fellow influenced her career path in affordable housing. Sahra English ’08 is Vice President of Global Public Policy at MasterCard. She is responsible for leading the company’s global trade agenda and leading international advocacy strategies for trade negotiations.
Following the alumni presentations, Language Immersion Study Awards, Arrupe Overseas Field Placements, and Public Service Field Placements were awarded to current IPED students. Many thanks to Ms. Donna Odra and everyone who attended the annual Alumni Networking night for making this night a success!
