Internships, Service Learning, and Research Abroad: Funding Resources for Students
The Internships, Service Learning, and Research Abroad Member Interest Group (ISLRA MIG) compiled a list of funding for students seeking experiential learning programs abroad.
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NAFSA Summer 2021 Virtual Agency-Focused Presentations
In order to provide information from government officials to NAFSA members, the NAFSA International Student Scholar Regulatory Practice (ISS RP) Committee organized two agency-focused sessions to supplement the NAFSA 2021 annual conference agency-focused sessions. You do not need to have registered
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ISSS Advising Resources and Tips for New Advisers
Resources are a critical component of successful international student advising. With access to so many types of resources, where do you begin? Join two seasoned professionals as they take a deep dive into the resources available through NAFSA and other sources. Presenters will also share helpful
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Establishing an International Travel Risk Committee
Every college, university, and provider organization regardless of size needs to analyze multiple sources of risk for international activities. The health, safety, and security of program participants, staff, and faculty is always of utmost importance. Crisis Management & Risk Assessment and Student
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Assessing Travel Risk Related to the COVID-19 Pandemic
The NAFSA EAKC Health and Safety Subcommittee and the EARP Committee created this resource to assist education abroad offices in assessing risk of travel during the COVID-19 pandemic. The information provided is meant to be adapted to your institution’s needs, as a starting point or resource to add
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COVID-19 and Federal Financial Aid for Education Abroad FAQ’s
Your peers on NAFSA’s Education Abroad Regulatory Practice Subcommittee on Financial Aid provide the following information to help education abroad professionals stay informed of federal financial aid guidance during the disruption of the COVID-19 crisis. Common questions related to Cost of
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Creating a Path Forward: International Education, Climate Change, and Sustainability
A Special Edition by the 2020-21 NAFSA Senior Fellows Download the May 2021 Issue Introduction By Dorothea J. Antonio The 2020-21 NAFSA Senior Fellows are featured in this special edition of Trends & Insights. Recognized for their considerable experience and outstanding academic scholarship, the
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Restarting Education Abroad
On May 6, 2021, NAFSA's Education Abroad Knowledge Community's subcommittee on health and safety hosted a Peer-to-Peer Perspective roundtable on Restarting Education Abroad. One of the most challenging decisions facing education abroad professionals today is when to “re-open” study abroad programs
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COVID-19 Impact Research Brief: Virtual Exchanges at Community Colleges
The COVID-19 pandemic has affected higher education worldwide. Two NAFSA member leaders, Kimberley Cossey, MA, (2021 registrar for Region VIII) and Heidi Fischer, PhD (2021 chair for Region VIII), have coauthored a research brief detailing how the COVID-19 pandemic impacted virtual exchange program
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Socially Distant but Engaged: Best Practice in Digital Outreach and Social Media
During the pandemic, international programs have had to find new and creative ways to stay engaged with prospective students. A cross-NAFSA panel of study abroad practitioners and admissions leaders shared their experiences with social media and highlighted the best and most effective practices.
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