Office of Undergraduate Education
The Office of Undergraduate Education provides information about Freeman courses and academic programs, one-on-one academic advising, enrollment support and information about Freeman's undergraduate student organizations. For general assistance, email business@tulane.edu.
In addition to serving as Associate Dean for Undergraduate Education, Myke Yest is on the faculty of the Freeman School and is a Senior Professor of Practice, holding the Peter Ricchiuti Professorship in Finance. He also co-directs the Altman Program in International Studies and Business and has worked within the financial industry for 30 years. In his capacity as Associate Dean, he monitors the quality of the Freeman undergraduate student experience and reviews students’ academic progress.
Advises 4+1 and non-BSM ENBS minor students.
Shira Hussain holds an undergraduate degree in communication studies and sociology from Loyola University New Orleans, then she advanced in her academic pursuits with a master’s degree in leadership studies from Augsburg University. She is a firm believer that students can grow into greatness with the right support and is happy to be a part of the Tulane family.
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Lauren A. Gauthier has been with Tulane University since fall of 2021 and joined Freeman's Office of Undergraduate Education during the summer of 2024. She holds a BA in English Literature from Georgia Southwestern State University and an MA in Educational Technology from LSU. She is a mom of 3 cats and lives by the wise words of Hannah Montana, "Life's what you make it, so let's make it rock."
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Eric graduated from Spring Hill College with a degree in Psychology. He then went on to get his Master's degree in Educational Psychology from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. He has 3 dogs and will foster puppies when he can. He is able to help students grow and mature in their time at Tulane University.
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Arthur Ponson attended the University of Louisiana-Lafayette, where he majored in Sports Management. Arthur joined the Office of Undergraduate Education in Fall 2023. Prior to joining Tulane, he was a Career advisor for Clover and a Testing Coordinator at Delgado Community College. He enjoys working with his students and helping them achieve their goals while providing a personalized advising experience to each of them.
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Prior to joining Tulane and the Freeman School, Megan was a secondary education teacher for 13 years teaching social studies, English and special education. She holds a bachelor’s degree in secondary education and a master’s degree in education administration, both from the University of Holy Cross in New Orleans, and a Master of Science in human resource education from Louisiana State University.
A Louisiana native, Mary Hicks has worked in international education for over 25 years. She holds an M.Ed. in higher education administration from the University of New Orleans and a B.A. in sociology from the University of Louisiana - Lafayette. She lived and worked in Japan shortly after her undergraduate career, and since then has held several job descriptions in international higher education. She directed a program that offered less-commonly-taught languages, led short-term study abroad programs in Japan and the Czech Republic, advised exchange students going to and coming from countries around the world, and assisted with numerous other endeavors all in the spirit of making sure students from all walks of life can have educational opportunities around the world. Mary enjoys learning from everyone around her as well as each and every new experience (including a pandemic). “Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever.” -Mahatma Gandhi
Exchange (Incoming) Student Advisor
Lauren Bix is a Senior Program Coordinator for A.B. Freeman School of Business Study Abroad & Exchange. She received two Master’s degrees from the University of Kentucky in French and Francophone studies and International Diplomacy. Having studied abroad in Normandy, France and worked in higher education and international offices, Lauren brings a passion for global education and language learning everywhere she goes. She is eager to encourage business students to study abroad and welcome exchange students to the Freeman School.
Michelle Falgoust provides administrative support to the Study Abroad & Exchange office and monitors the daily activities of the office. She also oversees the Study Abroad student workers and assists with events centered on international students.
Study Abroad (Outgoing) Student Advising
A Senior Program Coordinator, Aaron Forbes has worked in international education in New Orleans and abroad for over 20 years. He holds a B.A. in International Studies from the University of New Orleans and an M.A. in the Spanish Language from Middlebury College. He has lived, studied, and worked in Spain, Mexico, Colombia, Argentina, and Benin. From 2010-2022, he served as the Founding World Languages Department Chair and Spanish Educator at a New Orleans K-12 International Baccalaureate public school where he filled various leadership roles, including directing student travel programming. He is excited to help Freeman students grow as global citizens through international academic exchanges!
Altman, Athletes, Transfer Students
Charlotte Battiest joined the Office of Undergraduate Education in fall 2019 as the senior academic counselor. She has been with the university since 2007, previously with the Academic Services Center for Student-Athletes. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in English and a Master of Educational Administration from the University of New Orleans. She has 20 years of experience in higher education. She enjoys serving and providing quality advising services to all students!
Julie Gomez provides administrative support and oversees all classroom reservations.
Edith Martinez joined Freeman's Office of Undergraduate Education during the summer of 2024 and has enjoyed being a part of the Tulane University Family since 1995. She started her Tulane adventure by working in the Division of Student Affairs. While there she received her Bachelor of Arts in English. Before joining A.B. Freeman School of Business, she was a part of Judicial Affairs in the Vice President for Student Affairs Office and founder/owner of the Orleanian Club. While at Tulane she celebrated many milestones which makes her a true Tulanian.
Zhané Nelson manages all undergraduate programs and the day-to-day activities of the office.
