State-Level Initiatives
Below is a list of current state-level initiatives that benefit international education at the postsecondary level, such as legislation, proclamations, consortiums, and commissions.
Learn more about the movement to support international education at the state level.
Activities in Your State
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| Alabama |
StudyAlabama.org sponsored by Alabama Council for International Programs (ACIP)
ACIP is an organization supported by institutions to promote international education in Alabama. StudyAlabama.org is an affiliated service that seeks to promote study in Alabama by foreign students and scholars and also for students at institutions of higher education in Alabama to study abroad.
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| Alaska |
| In May 2011, Governor Sean Parnell awarded five organizations with the Governor's North Star Awards International Excellence. "The North Star awards turn the spotlight on those who wsport services, who attract visitors, who perpare today's students for international opportunities tomorrow, and who understand the importance of one-ton-one cultural exchange," Governor Parnell said. |
| Arizona |
Governor Janet Napolitano addressed the National Task Force on Education on August 23, 2005. In her address she urged the United States to change its stance on education in order to become more competitive.
2011 International Education Week Proclamation
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| Arkansas |
| 2010 International Education Week Proclamation (153kb) |
| California |
California Colleges for International Education is a consortium of California community colleges dedicated to the ideal of increasing international understanding through education.
Education Training & Export Consortium (ETEC)-Destination Southern California
ETEC is a nonprofit organization that helps match training and educational needs of international students and professionals with appropriate opportunities as well as working to market the education services of Southern California internationally. ETC also provides a network for business, educational institutions, and government to optimize quality education and training.
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| Colorado |
| 2010 International Education Week Proclamation (61kb) |
| Connecticut |
| 2010 International Education Week Proclamation (61kb) |
| Delaware |
Delaware K-20 International Education Capacity Report - In August 2004, under the leadership of Governor Ruth Ann Minner, the DOE and Delaware International Trade Council (now called the International Council of Delaware) released a baseline study of the current status of international education in grades K-20 in the state. (2mb)
Vision 2015 is broadly based collaborative effort by education, government, business and civic leaders throughout Delaware--to develop a world-class education to every student at every level. The Vision acknowledges that this effort is critical to maintaining it global competitiveness.
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| Florida |
| 2010 International Education Week Proclamation (54kb) |
| Georgia |
Georgia University System Board of Regents, Office of International Education
The mission of the System's Office of International Education (OIE) is to strengthen the global dimensions of teaching, learning, research, and service throughout the University System of Georgia.
2011 International Education Week Proclamation
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| Hawaii |
Hawaii/Philippines Sister State-Province Agreement
On August 31, 2006 Hawaii and the Philippines Governors Lingle and Grace Padaca signed a sister state-province agreement to build on the long history of friendship and cooperation between Hawaii and the Philippines. The agreement also promotes further partnership opportunities in trade, education, health, technology, and social and cultural development.
Hawaii International Conference on Education
An annual international conference on education hosted by Hawaii since 2002. |
| Illinois |
Study Illinois - Illinois International Education Consortium
Study Illinois promotes Illinois institutions of higher education as an ideal destination for international students and scholars.
2010 International Education Week Proclamation
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| Indiana |
Destination Indiana
Destination Indiana seeks to create valuable networks that promote knowledge regarding the educational opportunities in Indiana for interested international students, parents, schools, and advisers. Destination Indiana wishes to promote diversity in the educational experience in Indiana.
Indiana Leadership for International Education
Held on February 1, 2008, this was Indiana's first international education summit, co-hosted by the Indiana Department of Education and Eli Lilly and Company, designed to position Indiana as a leader in educating a globally aware and economically competitive workforce.
2011 International Education Week Proclamation
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| Iowa |
Iowa Resource for International Service (IRIS)
Established in 1993, IRIS is a nonprofit, nonreligious organization that promotes international education, development, and peace through rural initiatives in Iowa.
Study Iowa
Sponsored by Promote Iowa Education Internationally (PIE), this Web site promotes Iowa as a beneficial destination for international students and scholars.
2010 International Education Week Proclamation
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| Kansas |
Kansas Committee for International Education in the Schools
First organized in 2003, the Kansas Committee for International Education in the Schools (KCIES) is a statewide group of policymakers, educators, representatives of the business community, and other interested individuals. The KCIES promotes the infusion of international topics into the K-12 curriculum, raises public awareness of the need for international education, and provides resources for teachers, students, parents and communities.
2010 International Education Week Proclamation
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| Kentucky |
International Education Summit Report
Stakeholders from business, education (P-16), and the community came together in October 2003 to identify strengths and weaknesses in international education in Kentucky; identify opportunities for Kentucky students and educators to participate in international study and cultural awareness building activities; and recommend strategies for an International Education Plan of Action that includes business, university, and community partnerships with P-12 schools. This report, issued in May 2004, reflects the comments made by participants around these three objectives as well as materials and processes used by summit participants and available for use in local venues.
2010 International Education Week Proclamation
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| Louisiana |
Status of International Education in Louisiana Postsecondary Education (102kb)
The International Education Advisory Committee issued the Status of International Education in Louisiana Postsecondary Education in 2003 to the Board of Regents. In their report, the committee surveys the status of the field and provides recommendations for improvement including general education requirements, grant creation, and a symposium on international education and business.
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| Maine |
Study Maine
Developed by the Maine International Trade Center (MITC), Study Maine is an interactive web portal directory of Maine schools and the many programs they offer.
Maine International Relations Planning Committee
In January 2007, the Governor created the Maine International Relations Planning Committee. Seven members are appointment by the governor to the Committee, which works to "develop a plan for a public-private partnership to foster and implement additional opportunities for Maine citizens, institutions and organizations, and businesses to engage in international education, cultural, people-to-people and economic interchanges, coupled with expanded international education programs in Maine."
2010 International Education Week Proclamation
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| Maryland |
Maryland International Education Association (MIEA)
MIEA seeks to encourage international education at Maryland institutions of higher education through a variety of services. These services include a Web site providing information for international students, a study abroad scholarship for Maryland residents, and advocacy for international education within the state of Maryland.
Maryland Community College International Education Consortium
The Maryland Community College International Education Consortium(MCCIEC)has two basic purposes for Maryland community college students, faculty, and staff: (1) provide study abroad opportunities and international trips and (2) create and share resources and documents on international education.
The Governor's Subcabinet for International Affairs
The subcabinet was created to convene "on a regular basis for the purpose of developing, evaluating and coordinating a cohesive international strategy in order to enhance the State's competitiveness and stature in the global market place and international arena."
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| Massachusetts |
| In June 2008, Governor Deval Patrick announced an Education Action Agenda which highlights the necessity of creating "successful, contributing citizens in a world economy and global society." |
| Michigan |
Global Michigan Initiative
The Global Michigan Initiative, launched by Governor Rick Snyder, is a forward thinking, state-level economic competitiveness strategy that recognizes the significant contributions immigrants make in boosting a state's economic development and prosperity. |
Board of Education Resolution (50kb)
On October 12, 2004, the Michigan State Board of Education issued a position statement supporting international education. |
| Minnesota |
| 2010 International Education Week Proclamation (334kb) |
| Missouri |
| The Study Missouri Consortium is a grassroots organization of colleges and university across Missouri dedicated to promoting international education. |
| Nebraska |
| 2010 International Education Week Proclamation (162kb) |
| Nevada |
| The Nevada System of Higher Education's 2011-2014 Planning Report outlinese a plan for new programs and expansions of existing programs of instruction, public service and reserach, including international education. |
| New Hampshire |
| 2011 International Education Week Proclamation (44kb) |
| New Jersey |
New Jersey State Consortium for International Studies
Formed in 1966 by New Jersey colleges to promote international education.
New Jersey International Education Summit Report
Issued Fall 2005, it is a summary of findings from an October 2004 summit held to review international education in the state of New Jersey.
2011 International Education Week Proclamation |
| New Mexico |
New Mexico International Education Consortium
The New Mexico International Education Consortium (NMIEC) is a cooperative organization of two and four-year colleges in the State of New Mexico who have combined their strengths and efforts in order to facilitate and enhance the globalization of their campuses.
2010 International Education Week Proclamation |
| New York |
Study Westchester
Study Westchester is a collaborative consortium of higher education providers who are promoting Westchester County as the most desirable destination for U.S. bound international students.
2011 International Education Week Proclamation |
| North Carolina |
| 2011 International Education Week Proclamation |
| Ohio |
Think Global Ohio
A multimedia toolkit of resources to help Ohio schools prepare students for the interconnected world of the 21st Century, developed by Ohio's International Education Advisory Committee, comprised of leaders from Ohio P-12 schools, colleges and universities, business and industry, and non-profit organizations.
University System of Ohio's 2008-2017 Strategic Plan includes provision to promote Ohio colleges and universities across the globe.
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| Oklahoma |
Oklahoma Associations Supporting International Studies (OASIS)
OASIS is a collaboration of the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education, the Oklahoma State Department of Education, and the Oklahoma Department of Commerce. OASIS offers resources for primary, secondary, and postsecondary students and educators and seeks to globalize K-16 curricula.
Oklahoma Global Education Consortium
A consortium of community colleges and two- and four-year institutions in Oklahoma dedicated to fostering collaboration between institutions to achieve the goal of preparing individuals and communities to participate in the global society and economy. |
| Oregon |
Oregon Abroad
Oregon Abroad is sponsored by the Oregon University System Academic Exchange Programs. Oregon Abroad offers a variety of study abroad programs, an international internship program, and financial aid and scholarship resources for students.
Study Oregon
Study Oregon is an organization composed of a variety of different types of higher education institutions in Oregon working together to promote Oregon as a destination for international students and scholars.
Oregon International Council A private, non-profit organization established in 1983 to strengthen international education state-wide at all levels.
2011 International Education Week Proclamation |
| Pennsylvania |
Global Pittsburgh
Global Pittsburgh improves global competitiveness by promoting the Greater Pittsburgh Region, attracting international leaders, influencers and students, and engaging them with regional leaders, companies, educational institutions and organizations.
Pennsylvania Council for International Education (PaCIE)
PaCIE has worked for over 40 years to strengthen international education in Pennsylvania. PaCIE seeks to create collaborative projects through its members to promote international education. PaCIE also advocates for further funding for Pennsylvania's institutions of higher education for support of international educational curriculum and programs.
2010 International Education Week Proclamation
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| Rhode Island |
| 2010 International Education Week Proclamation (305kb) |
| South Carolina |
| 2010 International Education Week Proclamation (44kb) |
| Tennessee |
Tennessee Consortium for International Studies
The Tennessee Consortium for International Studies (TnCIS) represents a group of colleges and universities devoted to making international education and cultural understanding a central goal of higher education throughout the state of Tennessee.
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| Texas |
Study Texas
Study Texas is a group of educational and training organizations in the state of Texas, whose broad purpose is to connect international students and professionals with quality education and training. Members include community colleges, public and private colleges, universities, and professional English language schools.
Texas International Education Consortium (TIEC)
TIEC assists educators and students worldwide to strengthen instructional programs, build effective management and administrative structures, and develop a foundation for active, life-long learning. TIEC calls upon the expertise and knowledge of more than 25,000 faculty and administrators from 32 Texas universities in providing services to the global educational community.
2010 International Education Week Proclamation (12Mb) |
| Utah |
S.B. 41 International Education Initiative - Critical Languages Program. Signed into law on March 17, 2008, the bill establishes a pilot Critical Languages Program.
2010 International Education Week Proclamation |
| Vermont |
Report by the Governor's Council on International Education
Issued in October 2004, the report by the Governor's Council recommends strengthening international education at the elementary and secondary level and also enhancing the ability of higher education institutions to offer international education by streamlining processes to allow more international scholars and professors to teach in Vermont.
2010 International Education Week Proclamation (522kb) |
| Virginia |
Global Virginia
The Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center is a state agency of the Commonwealth of Virginia. Established in 1991, the Center's goals are toe xpand higher education degree programs and economic development opportunities in far SW Virginia. The Higher Education Center established the Global Virginia project in 2002. Notwithstanding far SW Virginia's historical, physical, and cultural isolation, students and local companies must develop 21st century skills to compete in a global economy.
Virginia Council for International Education
VACIE advocates and promotes international education within the Commonwealth of Virginia. It seeks to increase awareness of the need for international education and to provide a forum to address current issues affecting international education within the Commonwealth.
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| Washington |
Global Washington
Global Washington is a broad-based membership association that promotes and supports the global development sector in teh state of Washington. Composed of non-profit organizations, foundations, businesses, government and academic institutions, our members work collectively to build a more equitable and prosperous world.
Washington State Coalition for International Education
Founded in the spring of 2003, the Washington State Coalition for International Education is an affiliation of individuals and organizations that seek to prepare P-20 students in the state of Washington for an interconnected world.
Study Washington
Study Washington has as its mission to promote the state of Washington as the best destination of international students who wish to study in the United States. The members of Study Washington represent all levels of education and locations in the state of Washington.
Washington State Association for Multicultural Education
a collaborative association of representatives from public and private school districts, colleges, universities, local and state governmental agencies, organizations, businesses, and other groups which advocate for and support the cause of multicultural, diversity and international education.
2010 International Education Week Proclamation |
| West Virginia |
Study West Virginia/Consortium for Internationalizing Higher Education
The Consortium for Internationalizing Higher Education (CIHE) was established by the West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission (HEPC) in May 2006. The Consortium seeks to enhance the international education of every public and private college and university in West Virginia.
Report by the West Virginia Commission of International Education;Preparing a Citizenry for the Global Age (247kb  )
Released in April 2004, the report recommends increasing international awareness and exchanges in both academic and community settings. The report also advises the greater use of technology, the strengthening of foreign language, international business, and cultural studies as well as creating links between educational institutions. The report recommends these actions at both the K-12 and higher education level.
2010 International Education Week Proclamation |
| Wisconsin |
Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction's International Education Web Site
This Web site provides information and resources on programs and initiatives by the state of Wisconsin regarding K-16 international education, including the International Education Council.
International Education Council
The mission of the council is to create alliances between academic, business, and community leaders to foster greater global understanding in new generations of students, educators, and citizens. The council seeks to ensure that international education is a part of state initiatives and business practices while also ensuring first and foremost that international education is integrated at all levels of education in Wisconsin.
International Wisconsin
This Web site provides links for Wisconsin residents seeking to make contacts abroad and people from other countries interested in Wisconsin.
Study Wisconsin
StudyWisconsin is a nonprofit group of higher educational and training organizations (Intensive English Language) in the state of Wisconsin. StudyWisconsin members are committed to connecting international students and professionals with quality Wisconsin higher education and training through joint international marketing activities.
Global Study Wisconsin Day - May 29, 2009 (85kb)
2010 International Education Week Proclamation
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