STAR Scholars Network

Today, we celebrate ?? the 7th anniversary of the STAR Scholars Network! ?? Huge thanks to our incredible members and partners, including American Association of Colleges and Universities (AAC&U), for their unwavering support and collaboration in expanding opportunities worldwide. Here's to many more years of innovation, growth, and global impact! ??? Thank you, AAC&U President Dr. Lynn Pasquerella for your inspiring message! #Anniversary #GlobalEducation #Collaboration #Innovation #STARScholarsNetwork

AAC&U President Lynn Pasquerella will be the keynote speaker for the 2025 STAR Global Conference, "Advancing Local Knowledge for a Brighter and Sustainable Future," October 10–12 in Istanbul, Turkey. The conference is hosted by ?stanbul Aydin University. Learn more and register: https://ow.ly/aVIk50Vm8vF STAR Scholars Network

Call for Book Proposals: Global Language and Linguistics Series. Are you passionate about exploring the dynamic world of language and its impact on society, culture, and education? We invite you to contribute to the?Global Language and Linguistics Series, a comprehensive platform for cutting-edge research and insights into the multifaceted nature of language. This interdisciplinary series welcomes proposals on a wide range of topics, including: ?? Theoretical and applied linguistics ?? Sociolinguistics and language in society ?? Language learning, acquisition, and multilingualism ?? Endangered languages and revitalization ?? Language and technology, including computational linguistics ?? Intercultural communication and global understanding ?? Historical linguistics and language evolution We encourage innovative, interdisciplinary, and globally focused contributions that bridge theory and practice. Whether you're a scholar, educator, language practitioner, or policymaker, your work can help shape the conversation around linguistic diversity, communication, and cultural interconnectedness. Series Editor: Professor Thomas Tinnefeld, Ph.D. Saarland University of Applied Sciences, Germany President of the Sprachenrat Saar Language Council of Saarland, Germany ?? Submit your book proposal to:?[email protected] Join us in advancing the understanding of language and its transformative role in our world. Let’s collaborate to create impactful, thought-provoking works that inspire and inform! #Linguistics #LanguageStudies #CallForProposals #AcademicPublishing #GlobalScholarship #LanguageDiversity #Education #ResearchOpportunity

We are thrilled to bring you the latest edition of our newsletter, where we celebrate the power of transnational research and the incredible contributions of our members. This month, we are proud to showcase?57 new publications?from Star Scholars Press, each offering unique insights into global education, innovation, and sustainable development.

We are excited to share the success of our recent webinar, Internationalisation within the African Higher Education Context in collaboration with Association of African Universities,?University of Nottingham;?UNESCO?Chair,?STAR Scholars Network, Center for International Education Research, and other associations. This inaugural session was a collaborative effort with amazing colleagues and associations, and it was truly inspiring to delve into such a critical topic. We explored the integration of international and intercultural dimensions within African Higher Education Institutions (HEIs), discussing everything from policy frameworks to practical implementations.? Special thanks to all team members including Dr Joanna A.; Krishna Bista; Agyemang Okyere Darko; PROF. SULAIMAN FAOZIYAT ADENIKE; Oyewole Olusola Bandele; Juliet Thondhlana; Norbert Tchiadje Tchouaffe; Olumayowa Joseph IYANDA; Alfred Danny Ulemu CHINOMBO and 50+ members We have sessions scheduled for upcoming months. #HigherEducation #Internationalisation #Collaboration #AfricanEducation #GlobalPartnerships #CIER #WebinarSuccess

We are happy to announce an initiative run by Dr. Kyriaki Koukouraki SFHEA, Country Director for the UK at the STAR Scholars Network: the launch of the 2025 Webinar Series on Education. You are invited to join the inaugural session on March 21, 2025! ?? It is our pleasure to share that the first speaker is Dr. María Cruz Cuevas álvarez, Senior Professor and researcher at Universidad Juárez Autónoma de Tabasco, Mexico, and Mexico Country Director for the STAR Scholars Network. She will discuss?"Internationalization of Higher Education: A Pathway to Global Engagement."?Dr Cuevas álvarez will explore the concept of internationalization, highlighting its benefits, challenges, and criticisms. She will also share best practices and future trends in this dynamic field. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and engage with experts in the field. Register now (QR code on poster and link in the comments) and be part of this exciting journey toward global educational engagement! ???Date:?21st March 2025 ???Time:?4 pm GMT | 10 am CST ???Place:?Online via TEAMS ???Cost:?Free For questions and inquiries, please contact Dr. Kyriaki Koukouraki SFHEA at your convenience.

Call for Papers: STEM & Internationalization?The?American Journal of STEM Education: Issues and Perspectives?invites scholars, researchers, and practitioners to submit manuscripts for a special section on STEM & Internationalization. This section explores the intersection of STEM disciplines and internationalization, focusing on how globalization shapes education, research, policy, and workforce development in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields. https://lnkd.in/eWeHW6mu

Call for Papers: STEM & Internationalization The?American Journal of STEM Education: Issues and Perspectives?invites scholars, researchers, and practitioners to submit manuscripts for a special section on STEM & Internationalization. This section explores the intersection of STEM disciplines and internationalization, focusing on how globalization shapes education, research, policy, and workforce development in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics fields. We welcome contributions that address, but are not limited to, the following themes: Global STEM Education Practices: Comparative studies on STEM curricula, pedagogical strategies, and educational policies across different countries. International Mobility in STEM Fields: Trends, challenges, and opportunities in student and faculty mobility, exchange programs, and dual-degree partnerships. STEM Workforce and Global Competitiveness: The role of internationalization in preparing students for a globally interconnected STEM workforce. Technology and Internationalization in STEM: How digital tools, virtual labs, AI, and online learning platforms support international STEM education. Policy and Governance in International STEM Education: The role of government and institutional policies in fostering international collaboration in STEM education and research. Internationalization of STEM Curriculum & Internationalization of STEM Graduate Education https://lnkd.in/eSgQs3GX

Our latest books and journals explore critical global issues, sparking new ideas and interdisciplinary conversations. Join us in shaping the future of scholarship—read, contribute, and innovate with us!

Celebrating the Latest Issue of the American Journal of STEM Education: Issues and Perspectives (Vol. 7, 2025)! Congratulations to all the authors, editors, and reviewers for their incredible contributions to advancing STEM education research! This issue explores AI integration in STEM classrooms, professional development in AI literacy, the role of history in mathematics self-efficacy, and discovery learning experiences, among other critical topics. Special thanks to all authors: Angela McDaniel, Vivian Maanu, Francis Ohene Boateng, Ernest Larbi, Valerie Riggs, Bright Asare, Yarhands D. Arthur, Benjamin A. Obeng, Laura Kent, Fatima Babih, Krishna Bista Editors Dr. Sahar Aghasafari (University of South Carolina Lancaster) Dr. Jeremy Blair (Tennessee Tech University - College of Business) Dr. Artur Strzelecki (University of Economics in Katowice, Poland) Dr. James Maiden (Uniformed Services University) Dr. Delarious Stewart, EdD, LPC-S, LSSP, ACS, NCC, NCSC, NCSP (East Texas A&M University) Dr. John Jefferson Besa, MD (Harvard University) Dr. Akhtar Jamil (National University of Computer and Emerging Sciences Dr. Tiago Horta Reis da Silva (King's College London, UK) Dr. John R. Slate (Sam Houston State University) Dr. Tien Anh Tran, PhD (University of Malta, Malta) Dr. Taziah Kenney Ed.D. (Rowan College at Burlington County) Dr. Kimberly O'Halloran (Rutgers University) Dr. Gengyun Le-Chan (University of Hartford), Dr. Mehrete Girmay, PhD, MPH, CHES, CGH (Southern Illinois University, Carbondale ), Dr. Dr. Sharlene Allen - Milton, LCSW-C, CLC (Morgan State University), Dr. Wade Naylor (Australian Catholic University), Dr. Jennifer Christensen (The George Washington University) Leadership at STAR Scholars ?? Uttam Gaulee, President, STAR SCHOLARS, US ?? Krishna Bista, CEO & Senior VP, STAR SCHOLARS, US ?? Roy Y. Chan, Ph.D., Director of Book Publications, Lee University, US ?? Bo Zhang, Director of Communications, University of Hartford, US ?? Sahar Dabir Aghasafari, Director of Digital Production, University of South Carolina, US ?? Franca Nwankwo(Ph.D), Director of Global Essay Project, Morgan State University, US ?? Sharif Uddin, Director of STAR Journals, Morgan State University, US ?? Fatima Babih, Coordinator of Awards & Reviews, Star Scholars Press, US #STEMEducation #ArtificialIntelligence #MathematicsEducation #HigherEd #STARScholars #AcademicPublishing #STEMResearch #AIinEducation #EquityInEducation #Leadership #ResearchImpact #CallForPapers