Journal of Comparative and International Higher Education

Vol. 15 Number 5 (2023): Special Winter Issue December 2023

Editor in Chief: Rosalind Latiner Raby

The Journal of Comparative and International Higher Education (JCIHE) (Print ISSN 2151-0393 & Online ISSN 2151-0407) is an open access, independent, peer-reviewed international journal publishing original contributions to the field of comparative and international higher education. The journal serves as a place to share new thinking on analysis, theory, policy, and practice that relates to issues that influence comparative and international higher education. The JCIHE is the official journal of the Comparative and International Education Society (CIES) Higher Education Special Interest Group (HESIG).

the JCIHE 15(5) 2023 issue that includes both Independent Empirical Articles and the Winter 2023 Special Issue Inhabiting the Otherwise in International Academia: Critiques, Complexities, Struggles, and Re-Existences with Special Guest editors: Jhuliane Evelyn da Silva (UFOP), Juliana Zeggio Martinez (UFPR), and Roxana Chiappa (Univerity of Tarapacá). This is the first time that JCIHE is offering abstracts in English, Portuguese, Spanish to reach new audiences.

In critical internationalization, the benefits, trajectories, and foci of the field of internationalization of higher education (IHE) are questioned. A decolonial perspective shows that IHE is not always positive as it can perpetuate harmful and unequal contexts that institutionalize colonialism via superiority of the North, whiteness, and the use of English as the language of discourse. The Special Issue advocates for a decolonial lens that positions Global South narratives as unique and informative. A call for action is made to re-frame IHE from the perspectives of those from the Global South. Yet, as the articles in this Special Issue show that even with critical and decolonial intentions, IHE theories, applications, and discourse are still entangled within coloniality that influences frames of reference and practice. The special issue calls for a new framework that acknowledges that colonial patterns exist and for HEI actors to use their resistant and transformative capitals to transform colonial narratives. In addition, the articles in the special issue advocate for spaces to encourage dialogue from diverse perspectives that explore the roots for future transformative change. In so doing, the special issue provides a call to action for a new IHE that is designed for and celebrates the Global South. This results in what da Silva, Martinez and Chiappa refer in this Special Issue to as Critical Hope. The Winter Special Issue 2023 includes nine articles with author institutional affiliations in  nine  countries:  Brazil,  Canada,  Chile,  Czech  Republic, Dominican  Republic, Ecuador, Netherlands, United Kingdom, and the USA.

The JCIHE 15(5) 2023 issue also includes four Independent Empirical Articles that examine the educational issues of Fulbright Program as foreign policy, intercultural competence as a critical asset for university graduates, face-to-face vs. online teaching in the post-COVID world and international assistant training classes. These issues are explored in three countries: Israel, the Netherlands, and the United States. In this issue is also a book review by Bhavika Sicka of the book: Neo-nationalism and Universities: Populists, Autocrats, and the Future of Higher Education by John Aubrey Douglass.

There are three main themes that are found in all of the articles in Issue 15(5):

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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.

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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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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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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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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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