Get To Know The IPO Staff
Shawn Bascom
Associate Director of Admissions and International Services
Office: Museum Building #12, Room 426
Master of Public Administration, Idaho State University
Bachelor of Music, Idaho State University
Originally from southern California, Shawn has called Idaho home since 1992. He and his wife have three sons and a daughter.
Shawn discovered his passion for international education while attending Idaho State University and has been part of the ISU community since 1999. In his current role as Associate Director of Admissions and International Services, he is dedicated to helping international students succeed in their pursuit of higher education.
His professional experience spans international admissions, study abroad advising, and F-1 and J-1 student, faculty, and scholar advising. Outside of work, Shawn enjoys traveling, music, and spending quality time with his family.
Abdul "Khalil" Azizi
International Faculty and Scholars Advisor
Office: Museum Building # 12, 439
Master's degree, Political Science
Khalil was born and raised in Afghanistan. After completing high school, he began working with the United Nations in Kabul. In 2007, he came to Idaho State University to continue his education.
Before joining the International Programs Office in 2016, Khalil held various positions across several departments at ISU. He earned his Master’s degree in Political Science from Idaho State University.
In his current role as International Faculty and Scholar Advisor, Khalil supports ISU’s international employees and visiting scholars with immigration and cultural adjustment matters.
Khalil values the power of higher education and believes everyone should have the opportunity to pursue it. Outside of work, he enjoys Idaho’s great outdoors, reading, coffee, and spending quality time with his family.
Renata Schoen
International Student Advisor
Office: Museum Building #12, 438
Bachelor's degree, Psychology
Renata earned her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Idaho State University and has worked in higher education for the past five years. Before joining ISU, she served as Executive Assistant to the President of Masaryk University in the Czech Republic and held several administrative and research positions supporting academic initiatives.
Renata is passionate about international higher education and believes that global exchange is essential in today’s interconnected world. She finds great fulfillment in helping students navigate both their academic and personal journeys.
When not planning her next adventure, Renata enjoys walks, photography, good food, and great company.