EducationUSA: IEM Spotlight on Malaysia
The Malaysian government's development plan to have "developed nation" status by 2020 influenced many policies in the country, especially education. EducationUSA offers services to Malaysian students and U.S. institutions to overcome the challenges.
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The Educational System of Brazil
With a rapidly growing economy, an engaged civic society, and an increasingly mobile student population, Brazil is at the forefront of discussions about comparative international education.
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NAFSA KC-ISSS Comprehensive Internationalization: A Staff Development Resource
This KC ISSS resource is a staff development tool for International Student and Scholar Offices. The presentation offers useful tips and talking points and is provided as a template for ISSS managers and directors to help emphasize the role of ISSS staff in achieving comprehensive
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NAFSA Practice Advisory: Managing the 30-Day Post-Completion OPT Filing Deadline
USCIS Service Centers are consistently denying post-completion OPT applications received beyond the regulatory deadline of 30 days after the DSO updated SEVIS with the OPT recommendation. This practice resource describes the issues involved, to help schools implement procedures to ensure that
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Immigration Basics: FAQ for Academic Advisors advising International Students
ISSS offices may use this template for creating their own institutional FAQ on immigration basics to share with academic advisers who often need to be aware of certain unique advising needs of international students. Tailor the FAQ to your institution and share with those on campus who may meet with
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Summary of U.S. Education
An accredited institution of higher education has been reviewed by one of the eight regional accreditation entities in the United States. The review is an exhaustive process that ensures academic integrity and quality.
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Before, During and After a Crisis: Questions to Ask
Questions to ask before, during and after a crisis.
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Bibliography on Mentoring, Training and Generational Differences
A list of publications used to compile "Ready or Not, We're Here! The New Generation of Professionals in International Student and Scholar Services."
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Ready or Not, We're Here! The New Generation of Professionals in International Student and Scholar Services
This resource will uncover ways to empower ISSS offices to develop a management strategy for working with and providing training and mentoring for these profession als new to the field.
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Form I-129 Export Control Attestation Practice Resource
All H-1B, H-1B1 Chile/Singapore, L1 and O-1A petitions Use of the new Form I-129 ("Rev. 01/11/11") became effective on December 23, 2010. However, completion of "Part 6: Certification Regarding the Release of Controlled Technology or Technical Data to Foreign Persons in the United States" is
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