Research Areas: Higher Education; Internationalization of Higher Education, International Student Success
Research Interests: International student persistence and belonging, student development, and research methods.
Omar Trinidad is a supportive member of the Student Engagement team within the College of Business. He and his team are devoted to ensuring all students flourish in the College of Business. His primary focus is supporting international students' personal, academic, and professional success.
Omar’s 18 years of experience in higher education, encompassing both faculty and administrative roles, along with his Ph.D. focused on international students, provide a solid foundation for the programs he develops. His doctoral research underpins the evidence-based practices he promotes, ensuring the educational programs are innovative and grounded in scholarly research. This integration of academic knowledge and practical application reflects Omar’s commitment to enhancing the quality of higher education.
Intertwined with his work at OSU, he is passionate about his faith, family, food, and fun. You will often see him at the coast crabbing, on the rivers fishing, or on his bike shredding—always enjoying it with the people he loves and serves.
Courses Taught:
BA160 B-Engaged
BA161 From Awareness to Action
BA162 From Ideas to Reality
BA512 Business Analysis and Communication