In this group led by the IB’s University Recognition and Government Advocacy Team, university and career counsellors (UCCs) bring their experience to inform IB resource development.
Established in 2024, the University and Career Counsellor Advisory Group (UCCAG) unites diverse voices from the UCC community to represent UCCs’ interests. The group collaborates with IB staff on projects and helps develop resources for counsellors.
Group members
Natalia Becerra Rodríguez
Guidance Counsellor at Colegio Anglo Colombiano (Colombia)
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Safa Chaalal
Career Guidance Counsellor and Senior Career Network Lead at Bateen World Academy (United Arab Emirates)
Patience Fanella-Koch
Director of University Advising at Aiglon College (Switzerland)
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Rachel Fenton
Head of Sixth Form and IB Programmes Coordinator at the British College of Gavà (Spain)
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Pam Joos
Co-Director of University Counseling at Washington International School (United States)
A F Kulas
Assistant Principal at Peace and Coalition High School (United States)
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Joumana Ordelheide
University Counselor at American School of Paris (France)
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Danika Pierce
University Counsellor at St. Joseph’s Institution International Ltd (Singapore)
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Angie Shalaby
Head of Guidance and Student Services at El Alsson British and American School – New Giza (Egypt)
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Dr Sonia Soni
Head – Career Guidance Counselor & Psychology Faculty – International Curriculum at Aditya Birla World Academy (India)
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Navti Emmanuel Vernyuy
University and Career Counsellor at Enko La Gaieté International School (Cameroon)
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Dr Shellida F D C Viegas
Brazilian University Counselor and Teacher at St Paul’s School (Brazil)
Connect with Shellida on LinkedIn
Join the UCCAG
We welcome members to join the UCCAG through an open call for participants. Selection is based on a balanced mix of years of experience, knowledge of different IB programmes and geographic location. Members serve a three-year term.
If you're interested in joining, please make sure you hold the University and Career Counsellor role on My IB. This way, you will be included in communications that share when there are calls for applications. Don't miss the opportunity to contribute your expertise to the IB community!
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