Join us for a special conversation with Yvonne Ploder, IAML-French 2015 and recipient of the 2025 School of Modern Languages Distinguished Alumni Award! 

This is a unique opportunity to hear firsthand about her international career path, her experiences using French in professional settings, and the impact of language and cultural skills in today’s global landscape. Whether you're studying French, exploring international opportunities, or just curious about where your language skills can take you, this event is for you. 

Come with questions, meet fellow students and faculty, and enjoy light refreshments as we celebrate the success of one of our own.

About Yvonne Ploder

Yvonne Ploder leads a Trust and Safety team at Snapchat, dedicated to maintaining platform safety and user protection in New York. At the Office of Eric Schmidt, she distinguished herself by developing technology products for social good and creating partnerships between private and public sectors including the United Nations, Mastercard, and KKR. In 2024, she worked on key organizing initiatives for the Kamala Harris presidential campaign in Georgia. Previously, Ploder led North American customer support at Uber and worked as a consultant with Boston Consulting Group in Atlanta, demonstrating versatility across seven industries and extensive international experience. Ploder holds a B.S. in International Affairs and Modern Languages (French). She completed her MBA at Stanford University and brings a unique global perspective as a native Spanish speaker born in Mexico to an Argentine family.