NAFSA is pleased to offer virtual Core Education Workshops and Current Topics Learning Labs throughout 2021 in addition to a compelling array of Current Topics Workshops featured at the NAFSA 2021 Annual Conference. The live workshops and labs are designed to meet the diverse needs of international education professionals. And, the workshops will welcome participants from the U.S. and abroad.
Each workshop and lab allows for limited virtual seating so that every registrant has an opportunity to learn and participate in an experience similar to an in-person NAFSA training. Please register early to secure your seat. Continue to check back for additional offerings!
Virtual Core Education Workshops
Strategies for International Student and Scholar Advising
June 22-24, 2021
2:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Assessment and Evaluation for International Educators
November 3 - 5, 2021
2:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Current Topic Learning Labs
The Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN): A Crash Course for International Educators
VirtualJuly 14, 2021
2:00pm - 4:00pm
This Learning Lab addresses the who, what, why, when, and how of the W-7 ITIN application. Learn and share strategies for successfully completing this form and discuss model practices for departmental collaboration and institutional compliance.
Prevailing Wage Determinations: An Analysis and Practice of Self-Determinations
VirtualSeptember 23, 2021
1:00pm - 3:30pm
Based on the Department of Labor’s (DOL) guidance and with support from a team of experienced trainers, this interactive learning lab presents a series of case studies for participants to practice determining the wage level for in-house prevailing wage calculations. Participants must have previous experience or familiarity with filing H-1B petitions and/or permanent labor certifications (PERM) and working with prevailing wage determinations. This is an intermediate-level training.
F-1 Student Advising: Advanced
VirtualDecember 2, 2021
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Using a structured process, participants apply their knowledge of federal regulations and collaborate with colleagues on a series of complex case studies built on current issues to connect facts to regulations and then present their decisions to other participants. The content is designed for experienced F-1 advisers who have at least 8-10 years of experience in the field.