A Podcast with Paulo Zagalo-Melo Paulo Zagalo-Melo, Western Michigan University's Associate Provost for Global Education, boasts 30+ years of experience in international education, combining expertise in accounting, finance, and management. He deems international education the top growth market for higher education, citing its pivotal role in research, innovation, and cultural understanding. Paulo emphasizes the need for ongoing advocacy for internationalization as crucial to the institution's mission and strategic plan. He underscores the significance of strategic budgeting to address resource and funding challenges.