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Dream BigKakenya Ntaiya did not learn that female genital mutilation was illegal in her home country of Kenya until she came to the United States as an international student. She did not know that women were allowed to own property

Exploring the Power of ForgivenessInternational educators are united by a passion for bringing people closer and turning the foreign into the familiar. Many of them also connect through their awkward moments and misunderstandings in international exchange that later turn into

New Research Highlights Wide Variations in Perceptions of International Student RetentionSheila Schulte, NAFSA senior director of international enrollment management and international student and scholar services, today joined Rahul Choudaha, PhD, chief knowledge officer for World Education Services

2014 International Education Video Contest Winner AnnouncedFanta Aw, NAFSA president and chair, recognized representatives from Simon Fraser (British Columbia, Canada) and Zheijang (Hangzhou, China) universities for their winning entry in NAFSA’s 2014 Celebrating International Education Video

How to Find a Job in International Education Part II Landing the JobBy Mitch Gordon Let's set the stage You have received an e mail phone call inviting you to interview with the international education organization of your dreams. While

How to Find a Job in International Education Part 1 Getting the InterviewBy Mitch Gordon Interested in finding a job in international education? You're not alone. Finding a job in international education can be incredibly competitive. That fact may be

Exploring Balboa ParkBy Bradley Moon Any visit to San Diego would certainly not be complete without exploring Balboa Park. At 1,200 acres, this vast, lush oasis is the middle of San Diego is the largest urban cultural park in the

Strengthening the Campus Study Abroad Advising ProcessBy Vera V. Chapman, PhD, and Marty Tillman On campuses, increasing attention is being placed on the initial decision making process that students undergo as they study abroad, as well as the ongoing

San Diego's Urban Neighborhoods By Bradley Moon While visitors to San Diego flock to the sunny beaches that line the Pacific coast, not to be overlooked are San Diego’s distinct urban neighborhoods, each with its own personality and panache. Pay

Engage with i Engage By Bradley Moon Greetings, international educators, from sunny San Diego The NAFSA 2014 Annual Conference is less than two months away If you have not already registered, don’t forget that early bird registration for the conference