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Lehigh University celebrated faculty, staff, and organizations dedicated to supporting its international students at the Together We Climb luncheon during International Education Week. This luncheon invited international students to nominate Lehigh faculty and staff who have made a positive impact on them during their Lehigh journey to be formally recognized and awarded. “We cannot do the work to support and host international students like we do at Lehigh without the help of people like you,” said Amanda Connolly, Director of International Students and Scholars with the Office of International Students and Scholars (OISS). Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gu3e2CuM

One of the nation’s leading reporters on international education, Karin Fischer, spoke at Lehigh University last week as the keynote speaker to IEW, emphasizing the importance of global education initiatives while addressing the challenges posed by increasing social and political skepticism. A global rise in populism and nationalism is reshaping higher education, with governments in various nations seeking to control academic discourse and institutions, Fischer said. Colleges and universities, among the most international institutions in the country, are navigating a complex landscape of skepticism toward both higher education and global initiatives. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gq6Xxev7

Lehigh's International Education Week (IEW) launched on Monday with the annual flag parade, as students from Lehigh's community hoisted their flags and marched around campus accompanied by the Marching 97. Recognized nationwide, IEW is a joint initiative of the U.S. Departments of State and Education, celebrating the enduring significance of international education worldwide.

?? Meet Besa Masaiti, a graduate TA for ICAPE, whose work bridges the gap between teachers and students, fostering better communication. ?? International Education Week (IEW) is being celebrated THIS WEEK! When we celebrate IEW, we also celebrate the incredible opportunities and programs offered by Lehigh's Office of International Affairs. Stay tuned for more stories as we host and attend events celebrating IEW ???

?? International Education is on the Rise! ?? According to the?Open Doors 2024 Report, international student enrollment in the U.S. reached a historic 1.1 million in 2023-24—a 6.6% increase from last year. These students contributed $43.8 billion to the U.S. economy and supported 378,000 jobs! At Lehigh, we’re proud to welcome?989 international students from 91 countries?and host?140 scholars from 42 countries?this year. Our international students alone contributed $62.3 million to the Lehigh Valley economy, supporting 690 jobs locally. Lehigh students are also exploring the world—789 students participated in 825 study abroad experiences?this year, making Lehigh #22 in the nation for students studying abroad.?From faculty-led courses to internships and global impact projects, Lehigh is committed to providing accessible global experiences. Check out the full report here to see how Lehigh connects globally! https://lnkd.in/gshqFYhS

??FREE TOTE BAG ALERT??At select IEW events this week we'll be giving away 100 of these IEW 2024 tote bags for free!???Perfect for all of your produce, bookish, journaling, daily needs. Make sure you come out to this week's IEW events for your chance to snag one of these totes ??See the full calendar of events here: https://lnkd.in/gzWKTejc

Applications Now Open for the Iacocca International Internship Program! ??? We are pleased to announce that applications for the Iacocca International Internship Program are now open. This is an excellent opportunity for students to gain valuable international experience with leading organizations around the world. Since 2011, the program has supported 807 alumni across 58 countries. ?? Application Deadline: December 1st ?? Learn More & Apply: https://lnkd.in/gkVjFMk5

Hear insights from Karin Fischer, a renowned international education journalist, on Tuesday, Nov. 19 at 4:00 pm in Linderman 200 as the keynote speaker of Lehigh University's International Education Week 2024. Her keynote remarks, "Globalization's Impact on Education: Insights from a Leading Journalist," will discuss the impact of globalization on higher education and how global politics are shaping higher education. She has worked for The Chronicle of Higher Education for about 20 years, and also publishes a popular weekly newsletter on global education called Latitudes. She writes about international education, including American colleges’ activities overseas, the globalization of the college experience, study abroad, and more. Don't forget to check out the full calendar of IEW 2024 events here: https://lnkd.in/gzWKTejc

IEW 2024 is almost here! ???? Meet Ava Sokich, the Global Lehigh Journalism and Communications intern. She's part of the IEW committee and has been working hard to make IEW 2024 happen. Make sure you come out next week to celebrate with Ava and the rest of campus! ?? To view the full calendar of events, click here: https://lnkd.in/gzWKTejc #IEW2024

??? Get ready for International Education Week! Join Dr. Cheryl Matherly, Vice President Vice Provost for International Affairs, as she shares what makes this week of events so impactful at Lehigh University. From inspiring global connections to broadening perspectives, #IEW2024 is all about embracing the world right here on campus. ?? Mark your calendars: November 18-22. See the full calendar of events here: https://lnkd.in/gzWKTejc Don’t miss out! #IEW2024 #GlobalLehigh