Session Materials

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Tuesday, October 27

Diamonds in the Rough: Utilizing Gems for Recruitment
Session Chair: Dickie Hargrave, University of North Texas
Presenters: Veronikha Salazar, University of Arkansas; Sophia Kwong, Texas Intensive English Program; Salim Said Al-Badi, AMIDEAST, Muscat;, Lucena R. Felipe, Mariano Marcos State University, Batac, Ilocos Norte; Bradley Gorski, Country Coordinator, American Councils, Moscow; Martha Huaman, ICPNA Binational Center, Lima; Gunay Masimova, Education Information Center, Baku; Seena Sunil, IAES/USIEF Satellite Center, Ahmedabad

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The Mexican Amber: A Solid Response for a World Health Emergency and International Education
Session Chair: Rodolfo Hernandez-Guerrero, University of Texas at Dallas
Presenters: Leticia Zamarripa, Tech of Monterrey System (ITESM)

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From University Acceptance to Lawful Admission by U.S. Customs and Border Protection – Applying for an F-1 Visa
Session Chair: Jose R. Perez, Jr., Foster Quan, LLP
Presenters: Avalyn Langemeier, Foster Quan, LLP

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Design 101: Gems for a Successful Campaign
Session Chair and Presenter: Yunju Langran, University of North Texas

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Diving for Pearls: Setting the Right TOEFL iBT Score for Your Institution
Session Chair and Presenter: Kathy Pruner, Educational Testing Service

PowerPoint Presentation Integrated Writing Rubric Handout Ingegrated Speaking Rubric Handout Independent Writing Rubric Handout Independent Speaking Rubric Handout TOEFL Test Score Summary Handout

E-Verify – A Ruby Red Alert? Current Issues and Strategies in Work Site Enforcement, E Verify, IMAGE, and Best Practices
Session Chair: Daniel P. McCarthy, The Gardner Law Firm
Presenters: Kevin Lashus, Foster Quan, LLP; Monica Sharp, University of Oklahoma

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Best Practices: Virtual Technology for International Student Recruitment
Session Chair and Presenter: Greg Thompson, U.S. Department of Commerce
Presenters: U.S. Department of State

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When the Road to Legal Status Crumbles: International Students Going Undocumented
Session Chair: Laura Cano Amaya, Texas State University - San Marcos
Presenters: Marisa Middleton, Austin Community College; Sunny Garner, Oklahoma City Community College

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Scholar Advising Update
Session Chair: Loveness Schafer, Louisiana State University
Presenters: David Ware, David Ware & Associates; Maggie Pinson, UT Southwestern Medical Center

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Online Pre-Departure Orientation
Session Chair: Bill Clabby, ISA: International Studies Abroad
Presenters: Erica Katz, University of Texas at Austin; Laura Moix, University of Arkansas

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Wednesday, October 28

Leave Your Diamonds at Home: Tips for Packing Realistic Expectations
Session Chair: Courtney Goike, Academic Programs International
Presenters: Leah Miller, University of Texas at Austin

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Rhinestone Marketing: Creating Social Networking Gems on a Budget
Session Chair: Melissa Cech, AustraLearn/AsiaLearn/EuroLearn
Presenters: Jeramy Johnson, Academic Programs International; Mark Powell, University of Texas at Austin

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Helping the Clam Let Go of the Pearl: Partnering with Parents of Study Abroad Participants
Session Chair and Presenter: Jill Clemmons, Louisiana State University

PowerPoint Presentation Parent Guide Handout Parent Newsletter Handout

An Introduction to NAFSA's New Statement of Ethical Principles: A Gem of a Document
Session Chair: Anita Gaines, University of Houston
Presenters: Cristen Casey, University of Texas at Dallas

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The Jewels of Nile: Transcript Evaluations from the Nile Basin
Session Chair and Presenter: Peggy Bell Hendrickson, Transcript Research

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What Are They Looking For? Career Tips for New and Experienced International Education Professionals
Session Chair: Todd Karr, Arcadia University Center for Education Abroad
Presenters: Jay Vinekar, Rice University; Cory Owen, Rice University; Amy Kice, Southern Methodist University

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Evaluating the International Experience: Best Practices and Findings
Session Chair: Alice Kloker, The University of Oklahoma, Education Abroad

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How to Cut Diamonds: Find Your Way as a New Manager and Take Your Area to the Next Level
Session Chair: Amanda Brinlee, Texas A&M University
Presenters: Imperio Shanks, The University of Texas at Dallas

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The Impact of Cultural Adjustment on International Female Students' Learning Process
Session Chair and Presenter: Nadezhda Nazarenko, Lone Star College System

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Rubies, Emeralds, and Sapphires: Advising and Outreach for Underrepresented Students in Study Abroad
Session Chair: Laura Semenow, University of Tulsa
Presenters: Laura Moix, University of Arkansas; Kim Diehl, University of Texas at San Antonio

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Mining Diamond Recruits at Community Colleges
Session Chair: Kenneth Kern, Tulsa Community College
Presenters: Diana Klinghagen, Tulsa Community College; Vivian Wang, Oklahoma State University-Tulsa

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Compete Globally, Collaborate Locally: Trends for Study Consortia
Session Chair: Greg Thompson, U.S. Department of Commerce
Presenters: U.S. Department of State Representative TBD, Member of Study Texas TBD

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Employment Options and Career Strategies for International Students
Session Chair: Maggie Murphy, Foster Quan, LLP
Presenters: Shannon Kawa, The University of Texas at Austin

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Consular Affairs Update
Session Chair and Presenter: Dotty Horton, University of North Texas
Presenters: David Ware, David Ware and Associates, Avi Friedman, Wolfsdorf and Associates

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Thursday, October 29

Polishing the Diamonds until They Shine: the Road to Send International Students Abroad Again
Session Chair and Presenter: Amanda Brinlee, Texas A&M University
Presenters: Jay Vinekar, Rice University; Cory Owens, Rice University; Laura Semenow, The University of Tulsa; Orie Varner, Texas A&M University

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Technology Tips for Office Organization and Communication (or, How to 'Beryl' through Work Using Technology)
Session Chair: Meg Morgan, The University of Texas at Dallas
Presenters: Meg Morgan and Julie White, The University of Texas at Dallas

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Texas Service Center Update
Session Chair: Adam Harold, University of North Texas
Presenters: USCIS/TSC Official TBD

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Models of International Living Learning Communities
Session Chair: Michael Freeman, University of Arkansas
Presenters: Korey West, University of Central Arkansas; Alisha Easter, University of Arkansas

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ICE Update on Outreach Efforts and Question and Answer Session
Session Chair: Mita Tripathi, Richland College
Presenters: Charles McCarty, ICE; Judd Grander, ICE; Mark Ogrodnik, ICE; and Ismael Velez, ICE

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From Diamonds in the Rough to Multi-Faceted Gems in Just a Few Weeks: Cultural Learning in Short-Term Study Abroad Programs
Session Chair: Irene Ziegler, University of New Orleans
Presenters: Anne Ahrberg Mahoney, Oklahoma State University, Jill Clemens, Louisiana State University, Truett Cates, Austin College

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Sparkling Gems: Using Professional Development to Polish Your Career
Session Chair and Presenter: Kelli Anderson, Southern Methodist University, and Jane Clarke, Edge Hill University
Presenters: Mary Beth Butler, University of North Texas; Shelby L. Cearley, Texas Tech University; Stephanie Cloninger,
Texas Tech University; Barbara Harrison, Rice University; Allyson Hughes, University of Arkansas-Little Rock

When Good Students Go Bad: U.S. Immigration Consequences of Criminal Behavior
Session Chair: Dotty Horton, University of North Texas
Presenters: David Ware, David Ware and Associates

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Conference Sponsors Dallas 2009

Sponsor Event/Item
Terra Dotta South Fork Ranch (Off Site Event)
TCU International Office South Fork Ranch Music-Brave Combo
UNT International Plenary Luncheon
International Academic Credential Evaluators Past Chairs Breakfast
University of Texas at Dallas Coffee Break
The University of Texas at Arlington Office of International Education Coffee Break
Academic Health Plans Coffee Break
Foster Quan, LLP Coffee Break
Baylor University Center for International Education Coffee Break
Signature World Services Exhibitor's Spotlight/Coffee Break
Associated Insurance Plans International, Inc. State Breakfast
Rice University-Office of International Students and Scholars State Breakfast
The Language Company State Breakfast
SpanTran Educational Services, Inc. Conference Bags
AMA & Associates, LLC Conference Bags
Academic Programs International Conference Bags
ELS Language Centers Name Badge Holders

Tidwall, Swaim & Assoicates

Inside Front Program Cover
Think Education USA Conference Bag Flyer

Exhibitors