Recruitment, Enrollment, and Advising

Key Insights from School Counselors: Understanding Student Choices

December 9, 2025 | 1:00 pm

As the number of globally mobile young people seeking tertiary education continues to increase, what do we know about these future international students? What drives them and how can institutions meet their needs? Join us for this engaging discussion where Explore and enrollment management experts

International Student Employment: Considerations for Institutional Policy for CPT & NIL

Learn about key considerations for ISSS offices when developing an institutional Curricular Practical Training (CPT) policy. During this engaging discussion, a panel of international education professions drew on content gained from respondents’ questions and themes gathered through a recent

From Concept to Productivity: Generative AI Tools Shaping ISSS Advising

Step into conversation with panelists as they explore the practical integration of generative AI tech tools in the ISSS workplace. Discover real-world examples of AI-driven tools delivering measurable results—streamlining operations and unlocking new efficiencies. Hear from panelists on crucial

How U.S. Policy Is Shaping International Student Choices

A NAFSA/IDP Webinar NAFSA in partnership with IDP is co-hosting a webinar on the impact of U.S. Policy on shaping international student choices. Join us to learn how U.S. immigration policies, political rhetoric, and other dynamics influence where international students choose to study. In this

Strategies for Internationalization and Enrollment Amid Uncertainties in the U.S.: Transnational Education as a Strategic Imperative

In an era defined by policy volatility, geopolitical shifts, and global competition for talent, U.S. higher education must move beyond traditional paradigms. This timely webinar explores how transnational education (TNE) is no longer optional—it’s essential. Join us for a dynamic conversation with

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

September 23, 2025

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

International Student Employment: Considerations for Institutional Policy for CPT & NIL

The discussion will begin with key considerations for ISSS offices when developing an institutional Curricular Practical Training (CPT) policy. The panel will draw on content gained from respondents’ questions and themes gathered through a recent employment survey. The latter half of the webinar

The Role of AI and Other Emerging Technologies in IEM

Panelists in this recorded discussion discuss the role of AI and other emerging technologies in International Enrollment Management, including in lead generation, recruitment, the admissions process, credential evaluation, and more.

Recruitment Trends in China: Emerging Realities and Model Practices for Growth

China remains one of the largest sources of international students globally. However, recent demographic shifts, a shrinking college-age population, and evolving domestic policies are beginning to reshape outbound student trends. In the U.S., Open Doors data still shows Chinese students as a leading

Redefining the Talent Ecosystem: Who Goes and Who Stays?

August 11, 2025

July/August 2025 By Davina Potts At the turn of the century, approximately two million people crossed borders to study abroad (UNESCO 2024). By 2022, this number had tripled to around 6.4 million people, according to data released that year. Although the COVID-19 pandemic temporarily impeded