Education Abroad

Contributing to Comprehensive Internationalization

Developing and Implementing Programs (from a U.S. Campus)

Funding and Financing

Office Administration

Risk Assessment and Crisis Management

Student Advising

Student Health and Safety

Noelle Baldwin

Noelle Baldwin (she/her) is the Director of Diversity Relations & Advising at IES Abroad, leading their Initiative to Diversify Education Abroad (IDEA). With over 16 years in higher education, her work spans International Admission to study abroad, focusing on supporting marginalized students in U.S

Pricing Models for Education Abroad

This resource delves into the complexities of pricing models in education abroad, exploring their impact on access and equity for students. Katherine Mary "Kate" Meyer (University of Kentucky), Adelia Pope (Mount Holyoke College), Emelee Voldeen (University of Denver), and Maria Jose Soares (Pratt

Archive - Immigration Executive Actions Under the First Trump Administration

Below for reference are listed certain executive and agency actions affecting higher education immigration under the first Trump administration (January 20, 2017 – January 20, 2021). Bolter, Jessica, Emma Israel, and Sarah Pierce. Four Years of Profound Change: Immigration Policy during the Trump

Driving Change in Professionalization within International Education

July/August 2024 By Kira Espiritu In our increasingly interconnected world, internationalization is a key priority for higher education institutions. Collaborative research projects, study abroad programs, and international partnerships are integral to fostering global citizenship and promoting

X Gender Marker Passport Advising Resource

November 5, 2025

Following up on recent questions about the “X” gender marker on U.S. passports and the new CBP sex-field validation, here’s the most current summary: In January 2025, President Trump issued Executive Order 14168: “Defending Women From Gender Ideology Extremism and Restoring Biological Truth to the

Supreme Court Overrules Chevron Case

Demise of the the Chevron Doctrine In Loper Bright Enterprises et al. v. Raimondo, Secretary of Commerce, et al. (June 28, 2024), the U.S. Supreme Court overruled the 1984 decision that established the "Chevron Doctrine," determining instead that "courts may not defer to an agency interpretation of

Virginia Ward

Experienced international educator with a demonstrated history of working in both secondary and higher education in the US and Asia. Skilled in immigration compliance management, international student advisement, and program operations. Former Fulbright fellow with a Master of Arts (M.A.) focused in

Lauryl Cookson

Lauryl Cookson is a Senior Outbound Immigration Advisor for the Office of Global Services at New York University. She specializes in visa and immigration guidance for a high volume of students participating in study away programs across the globe. Lauryl has been passionate about the Education

Dan Solomon

Dan Solomon is a Program Manager in the Office of International Education and Adjunct Professor at the University of Denver. Dan is originally from suburban Chicago and earned a B.S. in Visual Communication from Bowling Green State University and an M.A. in International Education Management from

Summer Refresh: Study Abroad Visas for the UK

Refresh your knowledge on study abroad visas for the UK with NAFSA’s Consular Affairs volunteers. Join a discussion led by the UK CAL team focused on model practices for supporting your students as they apply for their study abroad visas to the UK. This information is designed to assist education