NAFSA Blog

For international educators in the United States, next fall’s international student enrollment is now top of mind. There are ample reasons to be concerned.

The NAFSA 2026 Annual Conference & Expo is coming to Orlando this May, and there's never been a more important time to be there. Here are eight reasons to make the trip.

As events continue to unfold in the Middle East, international educators may find the following resources useful in supporting students, managing institutional risk, and navigating this difficult moment. As ever, turn to NAFSA's professional networks on Network.NAFSA to connect with peers on these

There are places that meet you where you are, and then ask more of you. Tangier is one of those places. Perched at the edge of continents, where Africa greets Europe and the Atlantic meets the Mediterranean, Tangier is not only a city. It is a threshold; a crossroads. A reminder that borders can be

With the recent spike in immigration enforcement activity in states like Minnesota, Oregon, and others, international educators may find the following resources useful in navigating these uncertain times. As ever, turn to NAFSA’s International Student and International Scholar Advising Networks to

As we step into a new year, I want to begin with gratitude for the lessons we learned, the relationships we strengthened and forged, and the collective resolve that carried us through a complex and consequential year. Despite significant headwinds facing higher education in the United State and

Dear Colleagues, As November unfolds, we are entering a season of reflection and gratitude. This has been a year of significant change—on our campuses, in our communities, and across the global landscape of international education. And through it all, NAFSA has been right alongside you: advocating

While you’re celebrating International Education Week (IEW) 2025 on your campus, NAFSA will be celebrating and supporting alongside you! Here is a snapshot of some of the training, events, and releases happening during IEW. Make sure to join us on social and tag @NAFSA and #IEW2025! And don’t forget

High school students Reflect on their experiences of NAFSA 2025

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