Elizabeth Choe has been named director in the Undergraduate Program Office at Princeton University’s School of Public and International Affairs (SPIA), effective Aug. 23.

Born and raised in Queens, New York, Choe had a long history at New York University (NYU), both as a student and administrator, with education and experience in the areas of sports journalism, culture and education, and social work.

For the past 16 years, Choe served in several roles for NYU’s Stern School of Business including director of the Master of Business Administration academic affairs and advising office. She was recognized on multiple occasions for her outstanding work, earning the NYU Stern Distinguished Administrator Award in 2013 and 2018 and the NYU Office of Global Services outstanding professional award in 2019.

In her new role at SPIA, Choe will oversee the operations of the program office and career services team to further develop its academic community, its public service programming, and internship and career planning for all undergraduate students. She will also liaise with University stakeholders.

“I am delighted to be joining this vibrant community,” Choe said. “In the short time I’ve been here, it’s apparent that our students are keen on leaving a greater impact on the world. I am committed to journey alongside them to help them realize their goals.”

SPIA Dean Amaney Jamal and Paul Lipton, associate dean of undergraduate education, are both eager to bring Choe’s higher education experience, fresh perspective, and commitment to student success to Princeton.

“We are excited to welcome Liz to the team,” Jamal said. “Her history of supporting students and enhancing their college experience is invaluable to the success of the undergraduate program team. We are lucky to have her on board.”

“Liz has a keen sense of who our students are, as well as the demands of higher education in the current moment. Our students are at once consumed with the academic and social rigor of the Princeton experience and focused on postgraduate life. We welcome Liz’s insight, compassion, and enthusiasm for fostering an environment where our students can thrive,” Lipton said.

Choe earned a Bachelor of Arts in journalism in 2004, a master’s degree in teaching English to speakers of other languages in 2009, and a master’s in social work in 2013, all from NYU.

In addition to her passion for higher education, Choe enjoys watching sports, spending time with her friends and family outdoors, and building Legos with her sons.