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Region XI Contacts

Please feel free to reach out members of the Region XI leadership team through the following emails:

Region XI Listserv

The Region XI listserv allows international education professionals in New England and beyond to ask industry related questions, discuss developments, and notify others of employment opportunities.

If you have questions about the listserv that are not covered below, contact the the [email protected].

Listserv Guidelines

By subscribing to the Region XI listserv, you are agreeing to abide by the guidelines and polices described below, and you are acknowledging that you are solely and legally responsible for any statements that you make on this public network.

Please help all of us keep this listserv a valuable tool by observing the following guidelines when messaging. Keep a copy of it or bookmark this page for future reference. These guidelines are approved by the Region XI Leadership Team.

  1. Provide a concise subject line: for example - OPT question: Re new guidance; Job posting: Opening at X college for Y position; Ideas needed for cultural programming with XYZ population
  2. Only respond to the individual(s) who sent the message, not the entire listserv. If giving advice on a particular scenario or congratulating a colleague, only respond to the individual(s) who sent the message.
  3. Ask if you can forward a response. If sending a message, ask the person or people who responded for permission to pass along the response verbatim or as a summary.
  4. When in doubt, don't send it! Consult with the appropriate Regional Team member to inquire if a message or question is appropriate to send.
  5. REMEMBER, the listserv is public and only one resource. Anyone can see what is sent, so be sure to message wisely! Also, answers and advice provided are not definitive; always consult with policy guidance and regulations for questions you may have. 

How to Subscribe

To join the Region XI Google Group listserv, please contact [email protected]. In the message box, simply indicate that you wish to be added to the listserv.

How to Unsubscribe or Change Your Subscription Preferences

  1. Visit the Region XI Google Group
  2. On the left side of the page, select "My groups" and then click on the first gray box to edit subscription settings or the second gray box to leave the group. If you do not STOP receiving emails in 1-2 weeks, contact the [email protected].
  3. If you wish to change your email address, [email protected].

How to Send a Message to the Group

  1. Members may send a message to the group by sending an email to [email protected]

Member Interest Groups

Region XI Global Student Support Network

The Global Student Support Network will serve as a platform for international educators and student affairs professionals to collaborate on holistic support for global students. The group will facilitate discussions on emerging student needs, best practices, and innovative approaches to student support. Members will share experiences, challenges, successes, resources, and best practices related to topics such as crisis management, campus partnerships, orientation, mental health, etc. The goal is to foster collaboration, brainstorm effective approaches, and provide mutual support in addressing the needs and successes of global students in all areas of higher education and the global learning environment.

Current opportunities for engagement with the Region XI GSSN include:

  • Join in conversations via Zoom to talk about supporting global students
  • Participate in a GSSN Roundtable at the annual Region XI Conference
  • Engage in discussion and collaboration with other practitioners through the Region XI GSSN listserv

All Region XI members who are interested in joining are encouraged to sign up for the listserv or reach out to the GSSN leadership team directly at [email protected]. 

Region XI GSSN Listserv

The Region XI GSSN listserv allows international education professionals in New England and beyond to engage in roundtable discussions that focus on global student support. If you have questions about the listserv that are not covered below, contact the NAFSA Region XI GSSN Representative at [email protected]. 

Listserv Guidelines

By subscribing to the Region XI GSSN listserv, you are agreeing to abide by the guidelines and policies described below, and you are acknowledging that you are solely and legally responsible for any statements that you make on this public network.

Please help all of us keep this listserv a valuable tool by observing the following guidelines when messaging. Keep a copy of it or bookmark this page for future reference. These guidelines are approved by the Region XI Leadership Team.

  1. Provide a concise subject line: for example - Seeking resources for GSSN programming; Collaborator needed for conference session, etc.
  2. Only respond to the individual(s) who sent the message, not the entire listserv. If giving advice on a particular scenario or congratulating a colleague, only respond to the individual(s) who sent the message.
  3. Ask if you can forward a response. If sending a message, ask the person or people who responded for permission to pass along the response verbatim or as a summary.
  4. When in doubt, don't send it! Consult with the appropriate Regional Team member to inquire if a message or question is appropriate to send.
  5. REMEMBER, the listserv is public and only one resource. Anyone can see what is sent, so be sure to message wisely! Also, answers and advice provided are not definitive; always consult with policy guidance and regulations for questions you may have.  

How to Subscribe

To join the Region XI GSSN Google Group listserv, please contact [email protected]. In the subject line box, simply indicate that you wish to be added to the listserv.

How to Unsubscribe or Change Your Subscription Preferences

  1. Visit the Region XI GSSN Google Group
  2. On the left side of the page, select "My groups" and then click on the first gray box to edit subscription settings or the second gray box to leave the group. If you do not STOP receiving emails in 1-2 weeks, contact [email protected].
  3. If you wish to change your email address, contact [email protected]. 
     

How to Send a Message to the Group

Members may send a message to the group by sending an email to [email protected]