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Lavern Samuels, Ph.D.

Director of International Education and Partnerships, Durban University of Technology | Board Member

As the Director of International Education and Partnerships at the Durban University of Technology, Dr. Lavern Samuels works to ensure international education is inclusive for all students by using creative approaches. He has served in multiple international education leadership roles, including President of the International Education Association of South Africa (twice), President of the International Virtual Exchange Consortium, and Chair of the Southern African Nordic Centre. Dr. Samuels joined the ISEP Board in 2025.