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NAFSA's annual leadership election is now open, giving members the opportunity to vote on candidates for positions on the Board of Directors and chairs of national committees. While the election features a range of leadership positions, members occasionally seek more clarity about the board

President Trump signed a proclamation late on September 19 announcing that H-1B nonimmigrants would be excluded from the United States unless their petitioning employer paid a new fee of $100,000. Created by Congress in 1990, U.S. employers use the H-1B category to hire highly skilled foreign

With the calendar turning from July to August, the window for international students to arrive on U.S. campuses this fall is closing rapidly. New analysis conducted by NAFSA in partnership with JB International reveals what is at stake for the U.S. economy if the world’s global talent is turned away

The U.S. Department of State (DOS) recently resumed scheduling visa interview appointments for international students and exchange visitors after a three-week suspension while it considered new social media vetting measures. Here’s what to know about the new student and exchange visitor visa

The following is a lightly edited speech delivered by Fanta Aw at the NAFSA 2025 Annual Conference & Expo on May 27, 2025, in San Diego. Good morning, colleagues, friends, and fellow builders of a more equitable and interconnected world. Eleven years ago exactly, I walked the halls of the San Diego

With just one week until the NAFSA 2025 Annual Conference & Expo, we're excited about hosting NAFSAns in this year's conference city, San Diego, California. This beautiful coastal city offers stunning beaches, diverse neighborhoods, vibrant culture, and delicious cuisine for conference attendees to

In just a couple of weeks, international educators from around the world will gather in San Diego, California, to connect, learn, and share their passion for global education at the NAFSA 2025 Annual Conference & Expo. A little preparation before you arrive can transform your conference experience

NAFSA is proud to introduce a new series of blog posts, written by NAFSA Global Partners . These institutions represent a broad range of perspectives, develop innovative approaches that enrich the field, and bring a wealth of expertise to the international education community. If you’ve attended a

Reports of international students and scholars who have had their visas revoked and/or their records terminated in the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) continue. The tally NAFSA first shared on April 10 (800) has grown to more than 1,600 1 as of May 7, though the pace of new