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In Their Own Words: What NAFSA 2022 Poster Fair Organizers Want You to Know (And 7 Reasons to Submit a Proposal)

November 22, 2021

As 2021 draws to a close, I wanted to take some time to reflect on this past year. It has certainly been one that has changed my life, especially since I started in the field of crisis management in education abroad right before the pandemic. However, one thing that has remained constant is my

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What We're Grateful For This Year (Plus Our Favorite Thanksgiving Food and Memories!)

November 22, 2021

So much has changed from this time last year, when many of us celebrated Thanksgiving apart from family and friends—and at the NAFSA office, we're feeling especially grateful right now. In the spirit of Thanksgiving, we asked NAFSA staff members to share their favorite holiday foods and memories

A Whole of Government Approach to Implementing a National Strategy for International Education

November 19, 2021

The following is a speech (as prepared) for the immigration working group of the Intergovernmental Consultations on Migration, Asylum and Refugees on Wednesday, November 17, 2021. ______ Greetings, my name is Esther Brimmer, and I serve as the executive director and CEO of NAFSA: Association of

Welcoming International Education Week 2021 With Hope and Confidence

November 16, 2021

Yesterday, NAFSA released its annual international student economic value analysis as it has for more than 20 years. As you will see reflected in the findings, our field has been impacted significantly by the turbulence of the pandemic. Yet, as we celebrate International Education Week, it fills me

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All-Region Summit: Regional Leaders Take Readers Behind the Scenes

September 14, 2021

In any year, the work that goes into planning NAFSA regional conferences is an impressive undertaking. So what has it been like to plan and put together NAFSA's inaugural All-Region Summit, which takes place in a time of precedented challenges? We spoke with three regional volunteer leaders about

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Nine Reasons to Get Excited for NAFSA's All-Region Summit

August 30, 2021

NAFSA is excited to see you at this year's virtual All-Region Summit. Read below for nine reasons to attend and look forward to this innovative event.

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Don't Let These Myths Stop You From Submitting a Conference Proposal

August 19, 2021

Don't Let These Myths Stop You From Submitting a Conference Proposal

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How the U.S. State Department Can Save Study Abroad (and You Can, Too)

May 31, 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic brought study abroad programs to a grinding halt last year, with tremendous financial ramifications for higher education and interruptions to the academic and professional growth of U.S. students who seek an enriching experience to help launch their careers. The return of study

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Hidden Gems and Can’t-Miss Events at #NAFSA2021

May 21, 2021

If you’ve looked at the schedule for the NAFSA 2021 Annual Conference & Expo—and if you haven’t yet, check it out!—you know it’s easy to get overwhelmed by all of the offerings. Among the hundreds of sessions, workshops, networking events, speakers, exhibitors, special events, it can be hard to know

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Four Questions for International Educators and the Expo Exhibitors Who Will Help Answer Them

May 18, 2021

The pandemic has affected every corner of the field of international education, from testing options and study abroad insurance to visa processing and risk management. To help your institution meet the challenges of this new reality, take advantage of the extensive Expo at the annual conference to