Biography

Alexandra Elliott has more than a decade of experience planning events for non-profit organizations, ranging from the performing arts to public health. She graduated Phi Beta Kappa from UC Irvine with a B.A. in Drama and Honors in Directing. She has an MLitt in Creative Writing from the University of Glasgow in Scotland. She has a passion for creating events that connect and inspire, and believes in the transformative power of gathering together. She has been with CIIS since 2016, when she started working for Public Programs. During her 7 years in Public Programs she created and executed more than 100 events per year. In 2024 she became the Director of Campus Experience and Events and she is excited to bring her expertise in event management to all of the University's activities and gatherings. In her spare time she loves to write, read, play with her dog, and enjoy live theater and music events around the Bay Area.

Education

B.A. Drama, UC Irvine, Irvine, CA

MLitt Creative Writing University of Glasgow, Glasgow, Scotland