Leadership

A Systems Approach to Risk Mitigation

March 18, 2025

March/April 2025 By David L. Di Maria and Kalpen Trivedi All organizations are susceptible to risks—defined as “external and internal factors and influences that make it uncertain whether they will achieve their objectives” (ISO 2018)—but not all organizations are adequately prepared to manage risks

Management Development Program - May 2025

Proven Training for IE Professionals! Leading and managing in international education comes with unique challenges—but also incredible opportunities to create meaningful impact. Whether you’re stepping into a management role for the first time or seeking to refine your leadership approach, the NAFSA

Aaron Britton

Aaron works as an advisor for the Education Abroad office at the University of Oklahoma. He is a proud graduate of OU, receiving his bachelor and master degrees. He has been part of international education since 2018. In his free time, Aaron enjoys following Sooner sports and taking walks with his

Navigating Change: Strategies for Resilient Leadership

On January 29, 2025, NAFSA's International Education Leadership Knowledge Community team held an informative panel on navigating change and building resilient leadership. International education leaders shared strategies for leading through times of transition, offered tools and resources to

Navigating Change: Strategies for Resilient Leadership

Join NAFSA's International Education Leadership Knowledge Community for an informative panel on navigating change and building resilient leadership. Hear international education leaders share strategies for leading through times of transition, offer tools and resources to advocate for international

Marisa A. Gray, MBA

“Transforming Lives through Global Education" Marisa A. Gray is a seasoned professional within higher education, specializing in international education. Her commitment to the field is deeply rooted in her belief in the transformative power of global learning. With that, Marisa brings a wealth of

Management Development Program - February 2025

This offering will be held fully virtually. Early bird pricing ends January 21, 2025. Develop Exceptional Management Skills The NAFSA Management Development Program (MDP) is the most trusted and comprehensive management training program for international education professionals. Build managerial and

Celebrating IEM Professional Carla Andersen

In this week’s conversation, we speak with Carla Andersen at Lane Community College. Ms. Andersen shares insights about her responsibilities as a recruiter and details the considerations that influenced her career choices. She speaks to the importance of relationship cultivation, both on campus and

Leadership Essentials for Comprehensive Internationalization

Ready to take the next step in your IE career to lead an international office? Or have you recently been assigned to oversee your institution’s internationalization enterprise and need to get up to speed fast? This program addresses the essential leadership capabilities any international education