Leadership

Network Leader, International Student Advising Network (ISTA)

This position provides oversight and coordination of the ISTA professional network, the primary vehicle of the knowledge community (KC) for disseminating knowledge and information. The portfolio includes the continued development and management of resources and discussions.

About Senator Paul Simon

The late Senator Paul Simon of Illinois served his state and the nation as a strong voice for civil rights, prison literacy, peace initiatives, and international education. He was a strong advocate throughout his career for international education, using his positions on various committees in the

A Utilitarian View of Rankings

During a session at NAFSA's 2012 annual conference, Phil Baty, editor of world university rankings for Times Higher Education, outlined the basic methodology of THE's annually published rankings , which evaluate universities based on performance indicators grouped in five areas: teaching, research

History of Education Abroad Leaders

Chairs of the Education Abroad Knowledge Community (2005-Present) and it's precursor, NAFSA Section on U.S. Students Abroad (SECUSSA), 1971 to 2004, and its precursor, the NAFSA Committee on U.S. Students Abroad (USSA), 1963-1971.

Global Citizenship - What Are We Talking About and Why Does It Matter?

During the past decade higher education's interest in internationalization has intensified, and the concept of civic education or engagement has broadened from a national focus to a more global one, thus expanding the concept that civic responsibility extends beyond national borders.

Member, Financial Aid Subcommittee

The EA RP Financial Aid Subcommittee is charged with identifying government-related practices and procedures for financial aid that affect U.S. students who study abroad. This position is appointed by the chair of the EA RP Financial Aid Subcommittee.

Network Leader, Campus and Community Programming Network (CCP)

The network leader provides oversight and coordination of the CCP network, serving as a primary communication resource and tool for the ISSS KC to disseminate information.

Bibliography on Mentoring, Training and Generational Differences

A list of publications used to compile "Ready or Not, We're Here! The New Generation of Professionals in International Student and Scholar Services."

Trends & Insights

Authored by respected leaders in the field, these short columns highlight social, economic, political and higher education system trends affecting international higher education. In each column, authors offer their insights regarding impact these trends may have.

Moving Past the Agent Debate

By Alan Ruby The last three years have seen a number of developments in the debate about the role of agents in recruiting international students to U.S. schools and colleges. The State Department reaffirmed that its