Leadership

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

Pivots and Possibilities: Preparing for the Future

November/December 2025 By Sora H. Friedman As international educators, we start our careers thinking we will be in this field for decades. Since the COVID-19 pandemic, however, the number of international education (IE) professionals considering a shift in career has increased. Whether such change

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Internationalizing the Campus 2025

Management Development Program - February 2026

Proven Training for IE Professionals Join us for this fully virtual MDP offering! 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

Starting with the SDGs: A Practical Framework

From Congress to Campus: Effective Advocacy Tactics in International Education

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October 28, 2025

While political landscapes continually shift, the need to advocate for international education, locally and globally, persists. Effective advocacy adapts to both supportive and challenging environments. This session reviewed examples of advocacy at different levels: 'Big A', focusing on government

The Hidden Cost of Restricting International Students: A Human Perspective on America's STEM Future

September/October 2025 By Debra W. Stewart and Tiffany Waits Research consistently demonstrates the contribution of international students to the U.S. research enterprise. These students enhance research productivity at U.S. universities and disproportionately contribute to driving innovation

Autopilot Off - Unlearning Routine to Deepen Professional Intentionality (and Joy)

September 18, 2025

Challenge your approach to international education by developing more intentional and sustainable intentional practices. Explore strategies for creating lasting positive impact while ensuring you leave communities and spaces better than you found them. Transform your work with practical tools and

What’s in Your Leadership Toolkit? A Competency-Based Discussion

August 28, 2025

Panelists in this recorded discussion discuss personal journeys of reflection, growth, and success. Attendees shared their experiences and participate in small-group discussions, receiving feedback from peers to continue building their competency toolkits.

Luika Gibson

Luika has over a decade of international education experience in Australia, the United States and China. Luika is passionate about developing valuable partnerships and unique programs with institutions that provide life-changing experiences and expand access for all students.