African Leadership University, Mauritius. Marielle has joined the African Leadership University as Vice President for Global Affairs, and will be responsible to lead ALU’s global expansion efforts – from building out the brand internationally to recruiting non-African students to setting up global partnerships. Previously Managing Director for Europe and the Middle East at Minerva, Marielle has 14 years of experience in international higher education across many countries and continents. When not travelling, Marielle will be splitting her time between her home in London and ALU’s main campus in Mauritius.