Penn State, US. Roger N. Brindley has been named vice provost for Global Programs at Penn State. Brindley will oversee Penn State’s Office of Global Programs, which manages education abroad programs; hosts international students and scholars; and facilitates the University’s many international partnerships around the world. In his new role, Roger will provide vision and dynamic leadership for Penn State’s comprehensive international strategy, work closely with the senior University academic and administrative leadership, and lead the development of the University’s strategic international agenda, including developing new initiatives and strategic partnerships. His responsibilities include securing external and internal funding to support international activities and programs and representing the University to external constituents worldwide.