NAFSA: Association of International Educators

?? As we celebrate of #InternationalEducationWeek, join us in congratulating the newly elected leaders of NAFSA! ?? Through these volunteer roles serving Knowledge Communities, the Leadership Development Committee, and the Member Engagement Committee, your peers will providing vital leadership to the field of international education while advancing the work of the association over the coming years. Let’s work together to make 2025 an extraordinary year for global learning! ??? Congratulations Carolina Robinson, PhD, Chad Hoseth, Sean Cochran, EdD, Matthew Loehrer, Dr. Dilnoza Khasilova, Dr. Roopa Rawjee, and Maki Natori! #NAFSA2024 #NAFSAVolunteers

This #InternationalEducationWeek, NAFSA celebrates two enhancements to its professional development offerings to serve today's professionals in a rapidly changing landscape. The first is that the complete set of modules that comprise the International Education Professional Certificate (IEPC) is now available. Created in partnership with Times Higher Education and Common Purpose, the fully asynchronous IEPC provides flexible access to career-building tools that serve you at every stage of your career: https://bit.ly/3V2v8jM Second, NAFSA has launched a new online Leadership Essentials for Comprehensive Internationalization e-Learning course specifically designed for the newly appointed or aspiring internationalization leader. Let NAFSA help you take your next step! https://bit.ly/48GDAM5

Do you know someone who's made an outstanding contribution to international education? Now’s the time to recognize their impact! NAFSA is accepting nominations for the 2025 International Education Awards, celebrating individuals who advance global understanding, collaboration, and innovation in education. ? Nomination Deadline: Feb 1, 2025 ? Learn More & Submit Nominations: nafsa.org/awards Let’s honor the leaders shaping the future of international education. Spread the word and submit your nominations today! ?? ?? #NAFSA #InternationalEducation #GlobalLeaders #NAFSA25

?? ?? Join NAFSA's first-ever hybrid Advocacy Day! Participants will first prep with their peers and NAFSA's expert policy staff. Then on April 2, 2025, attendees will meet with members of their Congressional delegation on Capitol Hill. Don't miss this chance to educate a new Congress on how international education enhances U.S. competitiveness, students' career readiness, and national security. Registration is now open and we do expect a sellout! https://bit.ly/4fwubJR

?? Recent publication alert! ?? Campus internationalization touches all aspects of the field of international education, from international student services to education abroad programming to learning and leadership. This International Education Week, consider ways to boost internationalization efforts at your institution, taking inspiration from the innovation and dedication demonstrated by the 2024 recipients of the Senator Paul Simon Award for Campus Internationalization. Seven institutions were recognized for their efforts in 2024—four for comprehensive internationalization and three for work on specific initiatives. Read more about each award recipient in the Internationalizing the Campus report, available free digitally to NAFSA members. As NAFSA Executive Director and CEO Fanta Aw and NAFSA President LaNitra Berger hope in their introduction, “May the stories contained in these pages encourage other institutions to advance bold, sustainable, and holistic approaches to campus internationalization to achieve equitable outcomes for all students.” Read today: https://bit.ly/4dCKWkF #iew2024 #SimonAward

In celebration of #InternationalEducationWeek, we are thrilled to announce the results of the NAFSA annual election! ?? Through these roles, your peers on the NAFSA Board of Directors will be advancing the strategic plan and the work of the association over the coming years, paving the way for a brighter, more connected future. Congratulations to this extraordinary group of volunteers! ???? To learn more visit https://lnkd.in/esEePujH #NAFSA25 #Leadership #GlobalImpact #VolunteerLeadership

?? Have a question about international education? ?? A NAFSA publication has the answer! In celebration of #IEW2024, NAFSA is offering 20 percent off all titles in the NAFSA Bookstore from November 18 to November 22 with the code IEW2024. From comprehensive overviews to deeper dives on key topics, NAFSA publications lay out the knowledge and best practices that you need to excel in your work today—and to take the next step in your international education career tomorrow. Search in our bookstore by subject area or NAFSA International Education Professional Competency for the publications that are right for you. Our recent releases include: - Global Goals, Global Education - Advising LGBTQ+ Students in International Education - Internationalizing the Campus 2024 - 2024 Immigration Classifications and Employment Poster - Experiencing Your Identity Abroad Save today! https://lnkd.in/ga_AMY3K

Happy #IEW2024! Today we announce new data today that show that 1.1 million international students at U.S. colleges and universities contributed $43.8 billion to the U.S. economy during the 2023-2024 academic year and supported more than 378,000 jobs. The economic activity total is the highest amount ever calculated by NAFSA, eclipsing the highwater mark of $41 billion in 2018-2019 academic year. This is the third straight year of recorded increases following the negative impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. Said NAFSA executive director and CEO Dr. Fanta Aw: “International students’ contributions to the U.S. are significant and multi-faceted, and this year’s record-breaking economic total is the latest proof of that. Yet we cannot be complacent. The annual increase in economic activity is about half of what it was the year before, signaling that the pent-up demand for a U.S. education following the pandemic is subsiding. Meanwhile, competition for the world’s best and brightest is increasing. "The United States must adopt more proactive policies to attract and retain global talent. We cannot afford to lose international students’ meaningful positive impact on American students’ global competence, our economies, and our communities, particularly in the areas of STEM-related research and innovation.” Explore the data by state and congressional district and view year-over-year trends at https://lnkd.in/ea_-Rhth

A big shout out and thank you to all who attended yesterday's Postelection Town Hall! What a great space to gather together and discuss the potential next steps for our field. For those who were unable to join in live, you can watch the recording below. We've also gathered all the resources shared out during the conversation and dropped those below for easy access. Thank you to our wonderful panelists and members of the community who participated in this dynamic conversation. We look forward to the next discussion. Resources and Links: DHS, USCIS Urged To Protect Green Card Applicants And Their Children: https://lnkd.in/eDWehuAE Social Justice and International Education Book: https://lnkd.in/eCrdnpJt NAFSA Public Policy Priorities: https://lnkd.in/ejWWkgtC Registration for Immigration and Visa Implications of First Amendment Activity by International Students and Scholars: https://lnkd.in/ekjE3QaF NAFSA 2025 Advocacy Day: https://lnkd.in/eKn2KC8k U.S. for Success Coalition: https://lnkd.in/esn9g8HG Stronger Together: Working with Federal Relations Officer: https://lnkd.in/eF9MK3aq Trump’s Immigration Plans May Upend Students And Immigrant Applicants: https://lnkd.in/ec-2FrVF

Results from the Global Enrolment Benchmark Survey are in! NAFSA, Studyportals, and Teaching English with Oxford collaborated to produce the Global Enrolment Benchmark Report based on the survey responses of 365 institutions across 66 countries. The report highlights significant obstacles universities are currently facing, their enrollment trends compared with last year, and their outlook for the next 12 months. Among the key findings: many institutions reported a decrease in enrollments in August and September compared with last year and cited restrictive government policies and visa issues as significant factors affecting enrollment. To gain a deeper understanding of the factors shaping enrollments worldwide, download the report and register for a December 2 webinar with representatives from the partner organizations. Download the report: https://bit.ly/4etUYFh Register for the webinar: https://bit.ly/3O8SuRS