Relationship Cultivation

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

Virtual Meet-up: NAFSA 101 for Students and Early Career Professionals

Date: July 27, 2025 Time: 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. EDT Are you currently interested in or focused on growing your professional network and building your CV or resume to achieve future career goals? Are you specifically interested in research opportunities and networking in the field of international

Recruitment Trends in India

According to the PIE News, over 1.3 million Indian students studied abroad in 2004. In the U.S. alone, Open Doors reported a remarkable 23% increase in Indian students enrolling in U.S. institutions. India is now one of the fastest-growing international student markets, with top destinations

Cover of a publication titled "Relationship Cultivation" from the NAFSA International Education Professional Competencies 2.0 Resource Series. The cover features an orange background with a white line illustration of two hands shaking.

Relationship Cultivation Compilation

NAFSA 2025 Learning Excursions

The 2025 NAFSA Annual Conference is partnering with San Diego intuitions and non-for-profits to host Learning Excursions for attendees. This year there will be four opportunities for attendees to sign up for an excursions. Tuesday, May 27, 2025 12:30–4:00 p.m. PDT San Diego, California Learning

Recruitment Trends in Sub-Saharan Africa

The IEM KC and the Africa SIG partner to discuss current recruiting trends for Sub-Saharan Africa. Join EducationUSA Regional Managers (REACs) Diane Weisz Young and Lisa Maroni; Phil Agbeko, CEO of Hilltop Global Group; and Stephen Appiah-Padi, Director, Office of Global and Off-campus Education at

Supporting Faculty Involvement in Internationalization

On October 8, 2024, NAFSA’s International Education Leadership Knowledge Community team held an informative panel discussing successful practices and models focused on faculty engagement. Faculty are at the heart of internationalization, yet it remains a perennial challenge on most campuses to

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

Supporting Faculty Involvement in Internationalization

Faculty are at the heart of internationalization, yet it remains a perennial challenge on most campuses to provide meaningful support and recognition for their efforts. Join NAFSA’s International Education Leadership Knowledge Community for an informative panel focusing on successful practices and

Bridging Borders: Toward Equity in International Research Collaborations

November/December 2024 By Miri Yemini In examining the broader landscape of higher education, we can identify significant changes that are driven by global crises—such as the COVID-19 pandemic, climate change, and wars—and that pose questions concerning the relevance and value of higher education