Month: December 2023

NAFSA’s International Educator Podcast

NAFSA’s International Educator podcast brings you a new episode each month, covering trends in the field of international education, news in context, thought leadership, and more. Listen in to NAFSA’s International Educator Podcast.

Putting The Standards Of Good Practice Into Practice: A Case Study In Standards-Based Education Abroad Program Design And Implementation

Authors: David Wick, Amelia Dietrich, Marissa Lombardi, Sara von der Horst, Kendall Brostuen About:  Since 2021, The Forum has powered the  Future Nobel Laureates Scholarship Program alongside  partner EF Study Abroad. This case study shares key learnings from creating this program based on the sixth edition of the Standards of Good Practice for Education Abroad in […]

The History of NAFSA: 75 Years of Advancing International Education

Author: Mark Toner About:  At a time when international education is more important than ever, The History of NAFSA provides a timely and insightful perspective on internationalization and campus impact. The book makes a compelling case for the importance of international education in fostering global citizenship, building bridges between cultures, and addressing the pressing policy challenges in […]

The State of Globalization in Higher Education 2023

A publication by TerraDotta About:  Global education offices are seeing renewed student excitement—and more importantly, a deep desire­—for international experiences and travel in real time. Following the significant impact left from the pandemic, institutions celebrated lifts on travel bans throughout 2022 and with that, a comforting answer to the pent-up demand that students had been […]

Making Global Learning Universal: Promoting Inclusion and Success for All Students

Authors: Hilary Landorf, Stephanie Doscher, and Jaffus Hardick About:  While there is wide consensus in higher education that global learning is essential for all students’ success, there are few models of how to achieve this goal. The authors of this book, all of whom are from one of the nation’s largest and most diverse research […]

Global and Intercultural Communication: A Guide to New Approaches and Practices

Global Ed publication, text by Bryan McAllister-Grande About:  Intercultural communication is a foundational element of the international education field as well as related fields of peacebuilding, international affairs, crisis management, healthcare and law. Yet, most concepts in intercultural communication date back to the 1950s and 1960s. This guide include key theoretical models and approaches, practical […]

The Art of “Managing Up” in International Education

Most people think of “managing up” as navigating the relationship you have with your boss. It is seen as an inherently personal relationship, and one that benefits you: the employee, the one doing the managing up. Managing up within an international education framework can be broader, and can benefit not only you personally but also […]

Academic Star Wars: Excellence Initiatives in Global Perspective

Editors: Maria Yudkevich, Philip G. Altbach and Jamil Salmi About:  A pioneering collection of case studies on the global phenomenon of academic excellence initiatives and how they shape the performance of research universities. Academic excellence initiatives (AEIs)—special government-sponsored programs to improve research universities—have provided billions of dollars to top universities and represent perhaps the most significant effort in […]

Changing Lives Through Education Abroad

WorldStrides Higher Ed Podcast If you’re in the business of international education, you’ve seen the impact study abroad can have on a student. Whether it’s traditional study abroad, an international internship, or a faculty-led program, WorldStrides Higher Ed knows firsthand what it takes to create life-changing moments for students. Join Zac Macinnes, member of the […]

Research with International Students: Critical Conceptual and Methodological Considerations

Editors: Jenna Mittelmeier, Silvie Lomer, and Kalyani Unkule Abstract: This must-read book combines carefully selected contributions to form a collective scholarly critique of existing research with international students, focusing on key critical and conceptual considerations for research where international students are participants or co-researchers. It pushes forward new agendas for the future of research with […]

East and Southeast Asian Perspectives on the Internationalisation of Higher Education: Policies, Practices, and Prospects

Editors: Ly Thi Tran, Tracy X.P. Zou, Hiroshi Ota This book provides robust insights into the current policies, trends, challenges and possibilities in the internationalisation of higher education in East and Southeast Asian countries, revealing emergent and new models and practices in this area, and discussing implications for mutual learning across different education systems. Drawing on case […]

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Episode 29: Cultural Lens on U.S. Higher Education: Analyzing International Perceptions of 'Anti-Woke’ Discourse

Dive into a nuanced exploration of the global discourse surrounding higher education in the United States. Join us for a panel discussion with esteemed international educators as we embark on a journey through the lenses of culture and international perspective, examining how global audiences interpret and engage with the ‘anti-woke’ discourse within the context of U.S. higher education. This engaging panel discussion will delve into the intersections of culture, ideology, and education, and the complex landscape of how international audiences perceive the ‘anti-woke’ narrative that has emerged within U.S. academia.

Whether you’re a senior international officer, or simply curious about the diverse viewpoints shaping U.S. higher education, this podcast episode will provide an invaluable space for critical analysis and insightful conversations.

Speaker Biography:

Fanta Aw is a distinguished leader in international education, renowned for her extensive contributions to global learning, cross-cultural understanding, and educational equity. With a deep commitment to fostering connections between diverse cultures and promoting educational excellence, she has significantly impacted the international education community.

Fanta Aw’s career has been characterized by her dedication to advancing global education initiatives, promoting diversity and inclusion, and nurturing partnerships that transcend borders. She has held influential roles in various organizations, advocating for the importance of international collaboration and learning experiences that empower individuals to navigate an increasingly interconnected world.

As a thought leader and visionary, Fanta Aw’s insights and expertise have shaped discussions on the future of international education, emphasizing the significance of equitable access, cultural exchange, and lifelong learning. Her work has not only elevated institutions but has also inspired countless individuals to embrace the transformative power of global education.

Date: September 14th, 2023
Time: 12 noon ET

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Mark Beirn

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An experienced global researcher and administrator, Mark Beirn brings a critical approach to risk management, factoring structural racism and identity-based violence into his rubric for supporting equitable global mobility.

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– Global Risk Management
– Education Abroad
– Diversity, Equity, Inclusion in International Education
– Health and Safety
– Curriculum Development

 

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Stephen Appiah-Padi​

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Stephen Appiah-Padi is an international educator with several years of teaching and administrative experience in both 4 and 2-year HEIs. An experienced global education practitioner-scholar, with a demonstrated history of success in the field.

Dr. Appiah-Padi has a Ph.D. from the University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada in Educational Policy & Administration with a specialization in International/Intercultural Education.

At Northwestern College, he provided oversight in the administration of education abroad and international student services. In Lansing, Michigan, he first oversaw diversity and intercultural education at Lansing Community College, and later created the Center for International and Intercultural Education (CIIE) which merged intercultural engagement and international education programs of the institution, and he became its first director. Additionally, Dr. Appiah-Padi taught a course, “Diversity in the American Workplace”, to undergraduate management students of the College. In his current position, he provides leadership and vision in advancing strategic internationalization initiatives, including international partnerships and study abroad programs at Bucknell University.

Dr Appiah-Padi has created and facilitated several workshops for faculty and staff development in higher education and in business organizations. He has presented at several national and international conferences. In NAFSA, among several volunteer leadership positions, he has served as Dean of the Fundamentals of Intercultural Communication Workshop, the Leadership Development Committee member, Chair of the Africa Special Interest Group, and a Fellow of the Global Fellowship Program for mentoring emerging leaders of internationalization in African HEIs. He currently serves as a member of the NAFSA Board of Directors.

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Rosa Almoguera

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Dr. Rosa Almoguera has worked as an international educator for over twenty years. She was trained as a Hispanic Philologist at the Universidad Complutense, in Madrid, and did her M.A. at the University of Pennsylvania. Her Ph.D., from Universidad Complutense included a field study and edition of written balladry “Romancero”. During many years Rosa combined teaching and her role as a senior administrator at the Fundación Ortega-Marañón in Toledo, Spain. At the Foundation, Rosa directed and, in many cases created, programs for the University of Minnesota, Notre Dame, Princeton, Ohio State, Arcadia, and the University of Chicago. She has also been a visiting professor at the University of Minnesota, University of Portland, and Interamericana de Puerto Rico.

Beginning in 2016, Rosa works as an international education consultant for both public and private European and US higher education institutions. Rosa has been successful in developing new partnerships and programs, as well as helping improve already existing ones.

Rosa is a member of Forum and NAFSA and has presented with higher education professionals on innovative academic and research programming, STEM in study abroad and Nationalism in Europe. Rosa is currently completing the final Professional Certification from the Forum on Education Abroad.

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