The NAFSA Region VIII team is pleased to offer an affordable workshop focused on entering into and networking within the field of international education. The fee for the workshop is $75, and conference registration is not required to attend the workshop and the Newcomers session which follows. If participants intend to stay for the full day and attend other sessions at the 2019 Region VIII Conference, they will need to register for the conference.

Lunch is included and participants are encouraged to join the conference newcomers session at 1:00 p.m.

The field of international education encompasses a wide variety of areas, organizations, and individuals. Join us for a half-day workshop that focuses on articulating personal and professional international experience / education, and identifying resources to help you increase your knowledge of international education. Hear from new and seasoned professionals in the field and add your voice to the discussion.

Workshop Objectives:

  • Identify the various constituents and organizations related to international education
  • Articulate their personal experiences and education to market themselves to a future employer
  • Begin establishing solid professional networks in the international education community
  • Expand your knowledge of rewards and challenges in the field of education