·  Presenter: Jasmine Deborde, Higher Education Officer

·  Biography: Jasmine Deborde has built strong expertise in international cooperation, academic mobility, and cross-cultural project management, supported by her academic background in foreign languages and international relations. She gained valuable experience at École Polytechnique and at the Office franco‑québécois pour la jeunesse (OFQJ), where she contributed to the design and implementation of international exchange initiatives. She joined Villa Albertine in January 2026, and within the Lafayette Fellowship team, she oversees and further develops the program, strengthening its impact and outreach. Based in New York City, she is also in charge of all higher education matters in the tri-state area.

·  Workshop description: Learn about academic, leadership, and mobility opportunities connecting students and emerging leaders across the Atlantic. Discover flagship initiatives such as the Lafayette Fellowship, which supports outstanding American students pursuing graduate studies in France, and TAPIF (Teaching Assistant Program in France), which offers participants the opportunity to gain professional experience while fostering cultural and educational exchange between France and the United States.