Maximizing Scholarship Allocation for Students with High Financial Need May 12, 2025This article reports on a case study of data-driven decision-making around scholarship allocation. It outlines one institution’s method and suggests it can be applied across institutions to maximize available scholarship resources, specifically for students with high financial need.
Building connections and collaborations: Data-driven approach in global programing May 12, 2025This article explores the use of virtual exchange (VE) in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) courses to develop more humanity-driven pre-professional undergraduate students. It emphasizes the importance of incorporating arts and humanities-based aspects into STEM education to enhance students’ interpersonal skills and global perspectives.
Leveraging Data to Implement Access-focused Change for Community College Globalized Courses May 12, 2025Community colleges serve nearly 40% of undergraduates in the U.S., yet few students study abroad, making Internationalization at Home strategies—like globalized coursework—critical for equitable access. At Davidson-Davie Community College, data revealed racial and age disparities in enrollment in globalized courses, prompting targeted efforts to internationalize classes popular among underrepresented groups.
A Case for Simple and Comparable Data to Assess Race and Ethnicity in Education Abroad May 12, 2025As the education abroad field continues to rebuild post-pandemic, it is an interesting time to analyze our latest efforts in diversity and inclusion with regard to participation rates by race and ethnicity. This comparative data table is an update to the one that was last published for the Diversity in International Education Hands-On Workshop held in Washington, DC in September 2010 that was a collaboration between Diversity Abroad and AIFS (American Institute for Foreign Study) (Comp, 2010). Both data tables utilize the most recent available data from the sources listed in the references at the time of publication.
In Support of Audits for “The Most Good You Can Do” May 12, 2025Regular audits of scholarship programs are essential for ensuring they effectively support historically marginalized students. By analyzing data on financial need and student identities, administrators can refine practices to maximize equity and access in education abroad.
Global Educators Encouraging Participants to Find Their Unique Voice to Speak Their Absolute Truth May 12, 2025This article explores the use of virtual exchange (VE) in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) courses to develop more humanity-driven pre-professional undergraduate students. It emphasizes the importance of incorporating arts and humanities-based aspects into STEM education to enhance students’ interpersonal skills and global perspectives.
Reframing Equity in Higher Education: The Link Between Education Abroad, Racial Equality, and Black Social Citizenship Rights May 12, 2025Despite efforts to expand access, systemic exclusion and the legacy of institutional racism in higher education continue to hinder Black participation in global education, perpetuating inequities in career and intellectual opportunities. Higher education must address these disparities and prioritize creating pathways for Black students to engage in global learning, thus equipping them with the skills needed for success in a globalized world.
Developing T-Shaped Professionals Through Expanded International Experiences May 12, 2025Employers increasingly value career readiness competencies such as communication, critical thinking, and equity, yet underserved students often face barriers to gaining these skills through traditional international experiences. By linking international virtual exchange and other accessible global learning opportunities to the development of “T-shaped” professionals, higher education can foster equitable skill-building and diversify pathways to career success.
When Gray Area Is a Good Thing: Developing Global Readiness Through Ambiguity May 12, 2025Global educators must prepare students to navigate cultural ambiguity with DEI-informed global competence skills, equipping them to manage discomfort, build inclusive coalitions, and adapt to rapidly changing societies. By embracing complexity and fostering critical reflection, global education can inspire students to act collaboratively and ethically in addressing urgent global challenges.
No Way Forward Without Us: Doctoral Student Reflections on the Future of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion May 12, 2025Black students and professionals remain underrepresented in global education, limiting access to career-enhancing experiences and inclusive learning environments. This article highlights two equity-driven case studies and offers reflections from Black PhD students to advocate for systemic change in international education leadership, practice, and access.
