Biography

Adrienne Gigantino serves as the Director of International Student and Scholar Services at Rowan University. She has spent more than a decade in international education, helping international students feel at home and maintain their immigration status.

As Director, she leads a dedicated team that provides everything from immigration advising to cultural programming, ensuring students and scholars feel not just welcomed, but truly part of the university’s global community.

Adrienne earned her Master’s in International and Intercultural Communication from the School for International Training. Her career has taken her across the U.S., giving her a unique perspective on how campus cultures and student needs vary, and why building consistent, compassionate support systems matters so much.

For Adrienne, international education is more than a career; it’s a passion. Her focus is clear: to make every student feel supported, seen, and ready for the adventure ahead.