People Development

Management Development Program - May 2025

May 25 - 27, 2025 | 8:00 am

Management Training by International Educators for International Educators Management in international education comes with unique challenges—but also incredible opportunities to create meaningful impact. Whether you’re stepping into a management role for the first time or seeking to refine your

Navigating Change: Strategies for Resilient Leadership

On January 29, 2025, NAFSA's International Education Leadership Knowledge Community team held an informative panel on navigating change and building resilient leadership. International education leaders shared strategies for leading through times of transition, offered tools and resources to

Navigating Change: Strategies for Resilient Leadership

Join NAFSA's International Education Leadership Knowledge Community for an informative panel on navigating change and building resilient leadership. Hear international education leaders share strategies for leading through times of transition, offer tools and resources to advocate for international

Boundaries & Balance: Shifting the Culture of Work in Education Abroad

This NAFSA D&I Collegial Conversation delves into the critical topic of fostering inclusive work environments and promoting employee well-being in the realm of global education. Through open dialogue and shared experiences, D&I subcommittee members share insights and practical strategies to enhance

Enriching Faculty-led Programming with Intercultural Learning Through a Decolonial Lens

Faculty-led programs are a vital component of education abroad, offering U.S. students invaluable opportunities for academic growth and cultural immersion. To ensure these programs are conducted responsibly, sustainably, and inclusively, it is essential to prioritize intercultural learning.

Supporting Education Abroad Student Staff

This resource was created to help Education Abroad Offices support their student staff. It serves as a central location to outline different models and sample project ideas.

Management Development Program - February 2025

February 11 - March 6 | 1:30 pm

This offering will be held fully virtually. Early bird pricing ends January 21, 2025. Develop Exceptional Management Skills The NAFSA Management Development Program (MDP) is the most trusted and comprehensive management training program for international education professionals. Build managerial and

Supporting Faculty Involvement in Internationalization

On October 8, 2024, NAFSA’s International Education Leadership Knowledge Community team held an informative panel discussing successful practices and models focused on faculty engagement. Faculty are at the heart of internationalization, yet it remains a perennial challenge on most campuses to

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Empowering Your Career: My Journey Through the NAFSA Academy

September 26, 2024

I have learned that opportunities for growth are only unlocked through proactively taking initiative. For me, the NAFSA Academy for International Education was fundamental in providing the necessary tools and framework to empower me to take advantage of future opportunities. The Academy’s focus on

Developing Professionals to Meet the Needs of the Global Campus Through Virtual Exchange for Staff

September 17, 2024

September/October 2024 By Paloma Rodriguez Staff in academic service and support units are recognized as crucial stakeholders in the process of achieving comprehensive internationalization (Hudzik 2011). They directly interact with and support international students, faculty, and colleagues and