Relationship Cultivation Compilation

The first installment in NAFSA’s International Education Professional Competencies 2.0 Resource Series centers on Relationship Cultivation. This digital publication brings together a thoughtfully curated selection of previously published NAFSA content that illuminate the complex dynamics of building and maintaining effective professional relationships. Through a range of articles, chapters, and tools, the resource examines the strategic interpersonal skills necessary for meaningful stakeholder engagement. Readers will find insights from experienced practitioners, sample interview questions for evaluating relationship-building abilities, and actionable advice for aligning outreach efforts with broader institutional missions. Some sample entries include:

• Reflections on the NAFSA International Education Competencies: Relationship Cultivation by Anthony C. Ogden (originally published in International Educator)
• Staying True to Oneself and Making Space for Others by Emily Ostenson (originally published in International Educator)
• Stakeholder Engagement by Erich Dietrich (originally published in Senior International Officers: Essential Roles and Responsibilities, edited by David Di Maria)