People Development

GSLR Author

Position: Global Studies Literature Review (GSLR) Author Term Dates: May 2025 – May 2026 The Global Studies Literature Review ( GSLR) is a peer-reviewed publication of thought leadership furthering conversations around the NAFSA annual conference theme since 2023. Each issue focuses on a timely

Celebrating IEM Professional Talia Popovski

In this week’s conversation, we speak with Talia Popovski, Senior Director of International Student Services at Valencia College. Ms. Popovski describes her career path in IEM, opportunities for learning she found through NAFSA, and memorable experiences that reaffirmed her passion for international

Hiring in Education Abroad: Insights from the Field

As the demand for global learning experiences surges, it is imperative to build diverse, talented teams to assist students on their international education journey. This resource, prepared by the Management Content Coordinator of the Education Abroad Knowledge Community (2023), provides guidance and

NAFSA Executive Internationalization Leadership e-Institute 2024-25

The NAFSA Executive Internationalization Leadership e-Institute (e-Institute) provides executive-level internationalization leadership training for international education professionals responsible for implementing internationalization at their institutions. The program is designed for leaders with

Celebrating IEM Professional Stavroula Boutsis

This conversation, the second in a two-part series, celebrates an accomplished IEM professional. This week, we speak with Stavroula Boutsis, Manager of Saudi Graduate Recruitment and Development at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST). Ms. Boutsis describes her career path in

Celebrating IEM Professional Emily Kirsch

This conversation, the first in a two-part series, celebrates an accomplished IEM professional. This week, we speak with Emily Kirsch, Director of International Relations and Partnerships for UCLA Extension and Academy Coach for NAFSA. Dr. Kirsch shares how she entered the field of international

Academy Coaches Positions

Position: Academy Coach Term Dates: August 1, 2025 - December 31, 2026 The Academy for International Education is a year-long professional development program designed to provide newcomers with an introduction to the field of international education and those more experienced with an opportunity to

GSLR Submission Reviewer

Position: Global Studies Literature Review (GSLR) Submission Reviewer Term Dates: November 2025 – January 2026 The Global Studies Literature Review ( GSLR) is a peer-reviewed publication of thought leadership. Each issue focuses on a timely topic of interest with feature essays and book reviews

TLS KC Award Selection Committee Member

Position: Member, Teaching, Learning, and Scholarship Knowledge Community (TLS KC) Innovative Research and Scholarship Award Selection Committee Term Dates: February 2025 – March 2025 The TLS KC Innovative Research in International Education Award celebrates and recognizes new and innovative

Education Abroad Knowledge Community: Learning from Our Leaders

In honor of NAFSA’s 75th anniversary, the Education Abroad Knowledge Community leadership team has invited past EAKC Chairs to share reflections on leadership. Listen in as three leaders in education abroad discuss the joys and challenges of leadership and consider the current challenges facing