Resource Posts

Reimagining Global Learning: The Power of Campus-Based Experiences

January/February 2026 By Janelle S. Peifer The campus environment has always played a critical role in identity formation for emerging adults (Arnett 2016). During these pivotal years and developmental period, students begin conceptualizing and placing themselves within the context of the wider

Recruitment Trends in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA)

The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region continues to present important opportunities for U.S. institutions seeking to diversify their international enrollment. As student interests evolve and recruitment approaches mature, understanding on-the-ground realities is critical for success. Join

Leading with Care: A Guide for Leaders to Foster a Supportive Work Culture in Education Abroad Teams

Our profession continues to evolve in response to global uncertainty, shifting student needs, and the realities of an increasingly interconnected world. Through it all, one truth has remained constant: the strength of our field is grounded in the strength of our people. This tool, "Leading with Care

Advanced Risk Assessment for Informed Travel: Going Beyond US Department of State Advisory Levels

2022 title: Evaluating Higher Risk Travel: Resources beyond the Department of State Travel Advisory Levels Contributors from the 2022 Education Abroad Knowledge Community (EAKC) Subcommittee on Health & Safety: Colin McElroy, Director of Health, Safety, and Security, CIEE Dianne De Salvo, Director

Peer-to-Peer: Supporting Neurodiverse Students in Education Abroad

December 12, 2025

Peer-to-Peer Discussion & EAKC DEI Subcommittee Resource In this peer-to-peer conversation, listen in as EA leaders discuss how faculty leaders, advisors, and administrators can create more inclusive education abroad programs for neurodivergent students. This session introduced a practical resource

Starting with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals

December 10, 2025

This Collegial Conversation featured members of the International Education Leadership Knowledge Community running a panel interview with Jolynn Shoemaker, Director of Global Engagements in Global Affairs at University of California, Davis. Jolynn is the co-author of the book Global Goals, Global

International Student Resource Center: What DSOs need to know.

A 2024 National Academies report concluded, in essence, that the primary if not sole global talent pipeline for the United States are international students, scholars, and researchers attracted to U.S. university campuses. “The U.S. has a talent program,” the National Academies committee chair said

Funding for Education Abroad

Funding and financing education abroad is one of the core competency areas for education abroad professionals according to NAFSA's International Education CompetenciesTM. Understanding the federal financial aid system enables you to better serve your students.

Workflows For International Credential Evaluation

This resource, created by 2024 IEM KC leaders, is intended to help define a series of business model workflows aimed at showcasing operational best practices for credential evaluation. The three most model practices of international credential evaluation are: In-house by staff members Through a

IEP Admission Process Efficiencies

To address the evolving needs of prospective international students and enhance operational efficiency, institutions must consider innovative approaches to managing Intensive English Programs (IEPs) and degree-seeking admission processes. This resource outlines five strategic models designed to