Publish IHEC Blog. Research focus on Int’l Ed. & mutual understanding. Opinions my own, RT ≠ endorsement.
Chicago, USA
Joined February 2009
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Before traveling w/ @GoAbroad hats I traveled w/ my 1997 @letsgotraveld hat! My brother-in-law was Research-Writer for Central America in 1996 (perhaps 2nd edition?) & Editor in summer 1997 for the 1998 New Zealand book (perhaps 1st edition?)! 1/3
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What Has Internationalization Ever Done for Us? A Regression Analysis of International Education and Labour Market Outcomes in Canada
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A recent survey from @ACEducation found that six in 10 senior college leaders said they are “extremely” or “moderately” concerned about the impact of immigration restrictions and visa revocations
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After 18 years in the workforce, Maddiel is proving it's never too late to earn a college degree.
As a Cuban-American and first-generation college student, he's pursuing his degree at @UoPeople without putting his career on hold.
#HispanicHeritageMonth #UoPeople
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What if AI could make quality higher education accessible to millions more people?
At @UoPeople, we're exploring how AI can support students, reduce barriers, and expand access to learning.
AI should enhance critical thinking, not replace it.
What do you think?
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🚨 NEWS: Trump administration wants to sharply increase fees for participating in optional practical training, the work program for recent international graduates. There would be a $70,000 fee for an initial OPT application and $30,000 for subsequent apps public-inspection.federalreg…
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🚨Happening Tomorrow: Join NAFSA staff for a member only virtual Town Hall discussing the Curricular Practical Training lawsuit in response to the two broadcast messages issues by SEVP.
🔗Register Now: nafsa.org/events/regulatory-…
ALT NAFSA Town Hall announcement for Regulatory and Policy Updates (Member Only). Scheduled for October 7, 2026, from 12:30 PM to 1 PM ET. Includes a prompt to "Register Today.
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#intled - Was there a bright spot in the fall SEVIS by the Numbers data? Doctoral degree international students are up 5%. Sadly, this was not enough to offset the cratering (again) of master’s degree candidates (mostly from India and China). buff.ly/AewuP6B
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Ready to gain the ultimate competitive edge?
The @GilmanProgram equips eligible U.S. undergrads to study or intern abroad, sharpen in-demand skills, and prepare to compete in the American workforce. 🇺🇸
⏰ Apply by 11:59 p.m. PT tonight.
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The U.S. government is appealing a federal judge's decision to block a sweeping new student-visa rule, putting time limits on foreign students, from going into effect.
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NEW: The White House has stripped $70 million in already-appropriated funding for "woke" international-education projects.
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Lawmakers say caps on foreign athletes will keep spots on college teams’ rosters for Americans. But is the critique justified?
“I want to myth-bust on the notion we’re stealing spots,” an expert said.
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How can transnational education balance commercial, educational and public interests while safeguarding students as geopolitics plays an increasing role in the sector?- write Angel Calderon, @Ehazelkorn, Hamish Coates & @HdeWitIHEd universityworldnews.com/post…
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A new fee proposal for America’s post-graduation work stream has moved one step closer to implementation, after reports of the administration weighing a $100,000 charge.
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🇺🇸 25 years. 50,000+ American students. Countless skills brought home.
The @GilmanProgram sends U.S. college students abroad to study and intern- and they come back with the workforce skills that strengthen America’s competitive edge.
Canadian PM @MarkJCarney highlights the value of People-to-People ties and educational mobility and research collaboration between Canada and the @EU_Commission & @EUErasmusPlus bit.ly/4hu6xAZ
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A new Canadian government initiative to attract more graduate students is paying off, with the number of study permits issued to them doubling this spring compared to 2025.
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A judge’s decision blocking a sweeping student-visa rule is a major victory for colleges and international students — but it's only the first skirmish of what's likely to be a lengthy fight. chronicle.com/newsletter/lat…
