Amanda Van Dongen

Amanda Van Dongen is the Academic Program Specialist for the Donia Human Rights Center. She is responsible for the programming, administration, and communications of the Center. Her programmatic duties include organizing public lectures and conferences aligned with DHRC’s initiatives as well as program expansion. Oversight of existing and future DHRC fellowships are under her purview. She works closely in partnership with II centers, LSA departments, and other U-M units. 

Amanda possesses a BA in Political Science from the University of Michigan-Dearborn and an MA in International Affairs from Marquette University. She has an extensive background in the non-profit sector, acquiring skills in project management, communications, fundraising, curriculum development, and event planning.