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The numbers are clear: international students are assets to academic and scientific innovation, public diplomacy, economic vitality, and national security. Behind the numbers are personal stories of students who attribute their success to studying in the United States.

As the prevalence of mental health issues climbs among college-aged populations, institutions are increasingly focused on the mental health and well-being of both inbound and outbound students.

Some countries, like Kenya, Nigeria, and South Africa, already send large numbers of students abroad; others are ripe for recruitment.

Foreign government investment affects the higher education systems across Africa and influence where students choose to study.

Nigeria is home to a growing youth population and expanding middle class—putting higher education, both at home and abroad, within reach for more Nigerians than ever before.

Improving predeparture health disclosures can help students with pre-existing conditions, learning disabilities, and mobility challenges plan for their health care needs and thrive off campus.

Students and faculty take performing global as study abroad programs focused on drama show audiences how to view history in a new light, learn about social justice issues more deeply, heal wounds from genocide in Rwanda, and heal from apartheid in South Africa.

International partnerships with higher education institutions in Africa are growing as the continent has an increasing demand for higher education.

From creating a healing environment at a pediatric burn treatment center in Chile to designing a coat that transforms into a shelter for Syrian refugees, art, design, and architecture students are tackling global problems around the world such as sustainable development, technological access, and

Women’s universities play a vital role in educating women and helping prepare them to be global leaders.