Global Opportunities Manager
University of York
Ally Layton-Bennett is a Global Opportunities Manager for the University of York. Ally holds a master’s degree in Global and International Citizenship Education from the University of York, a PGCert in International Student Advice and Support from the University of Nottingham (in partnership with UKCISA), and undergraduate degrees in German and Global Studies (minor in Mandarin) from Missouri State University. She is particularly interested in the potential transformational impact of global education and experiences on identity, aspirations and outcomes. Before her role at the University of York, Ally served in international higher education roles at Northumbria University, York St John University and the University of Leeds. Originally from Missouri in the US, Ally has lived, studied and/or worked in Germany, China, the Netherlands and the UK where she is currently based. Outside of her professional life, Ally enjoys practising languages, playing board games, singing in a local choir, swimming, interior styling and spending time with her husband, foster children, family, friends and many godchildren.
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