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First Conference? No Problem! Attending a conference like the NAFSA annual conference can be quite overwhelming for first-time attendees. With so many sessions, networking events, and learning opportunities, it can be hard to know what to attend! Since my first conference in 2007 in Minneapolis, I

Closing the Expectation Gap Between Students and Employers Even though we finally have good economic news for the Class of 2015, this remains a confusing topic to write about. There is clear evidence of the financial gains for students with BA degrees versus those without the credential, and yet

I Owe it All to the Paperclip Does this situation sound familiar? You get to your desk one morning and notice an e-mail from your IT team. Sensing trouble, you cautiously open the e-mail and find that your software is about to be upgraded to a newer version. Your heart rate elevates and you groan

It's a Mobile World in Houston The 2012 NAFSA Annual Conference & Expo may seem a bit overwhelming at times with so many educational and networking offerings, and exhibitors in the Expo Hall. These concerns may be allayed through the use of several different kinds of technology available to

Do You Speak Millennial? Tech Tips that Resonate for International Programming In today's world of international education we spend much of our time with a very important demographic, millennials. From program promotion to onboarding, preparation, and on ground support, there are "old school" and

Professional and Leadership Development in Houston As content chair of the 2012 Annual Conference Committee (ACC), it was extremely important for me and ACC chair Pat Willer that the conference offer innovative opportunities for professional and leadership development . This includes learning how to

Your Future in International Education: Goals, Skills, and Graduate Study In my current roles as a teacher of international education and a member of the NAFSA Region XI chair stream, I am often asked about the value of an advanced degree for international education (IE) professionals. When does one

Comprehensive Internationalization in Houston The 2012 NAFSA Annual Conference is loaded with content to help you lead and enable sustainable internationalization. The Annual Conference Committee took to heart the theme of “Comprehensive Internationalization: Vision to Practice.” The result is more

Failure is Not the Other ‘F’ Word We train students to learn from failure abroad, while we ourselves are feeling afraid to fail at work. We coach students on how to spot a “teachable moment,” like misspeaking in another language, committing a social blunder, or missing the bus. We tell them how to

Houston: The Lay of the Land Live from Discovery Green, it's Adam Chen and Cory Owen . We want to personally welcome you to Houston for the 2012 NAFSA Annual Conference! While you’re not busy attending sessions, networking, or visiting the Expo Hall, be sure to spend some time exploring Houston