People Development

Developing Resilience in the Dynamic International Education Environment

In this NAFSA e-Learning seminar, psychology and counseling experts will discuss ways in which professionals can increase their resilience to cope with the dynamic nature of the field. Participants will learn how to apply proven methods to cultivate a supportive office culture; how to recognize and

Model Staffing: Evaluating Your Office Structure and Effectiveness

International education managers are tasked with thinking strategically to meet organization-wide expectations while sustaining a customer-centric office environment.

Personal Branding and Career Strategies for International Educators

As the field of international education grows more popular, both new and experienced international education professionals need strong and distinctive messaging and identities to distinguish themselves. Building a consistent personal brand allows job seekers and professionals to highlight their

Member, Communications & Engagement

This position identifies resources of benefit to SIOs, represents the IEL KC at NAFSA annual conference and events, and develops resources for aspiring, new, and experienced SIOs. In addition, this position serves as a liaison to the NAFSA Regions, the NAFSA SIO Academy, and implements strategies to

Management Content Coordinator (EA KC)

Committee: Education Abroad Knowledge Community (EA KC) Position: Management Content Coordinator Term Dates: Two-year term, renewable for one term (maximum of 4 years) The volunteers who lead the Education Abroad Knowledge Community (EA KC) strive to sustain and develop timely resources, tools, and

NAFSA Executive Internationalization Leadership e-Institute

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

Managing Stakeholders and Your Team’s Needs

Amid increasing regulatory responsibilities and declining budgets, effective policy development, communication, onboarding, and cross-training are even more crucial to the success of an international education office. Such activities must also take into account stakeholder needs. During this

Meet an IEM Newcomer: Mike Perez

IEM Spotlight, Vol. 21, Fall Issue | Table of Contents Mike Perez is assistant director for international admissions at Purdue University. Where I live: West Lafayette, Indiana Family: I have a wife who is completing her PhD at Purdue and a kid on the way! Education: I have a degree in microbiology

Diversity in Hiring Practices

Join NAFSA for an online open meeting on diversity in hiring practices. Anize Appel, EdD, and Stephanie Holleran from NAFSA’s Membership Engagement Committee hosts a panel discussion featuring Lakeisha Thorpe, PhD, diversity, equity, and inclusion consultant, and Lahaja Furaha, director of diversity

Sustaining Yourself and Your Team in Stressful Times

Sustaining Yourself and Your Team in Stressful Times is a 45-minute course that provides managers with tips and tools to keep their teams engaged, encourage flexible work policies, and create a supportive environment while working remotely. Participants will be able to enhance the level of support