Opportunities to Engage with Diversity Abroad by DA Global | Feb 16, 2023 | Career Advancement Resources, Professional Development Opportunities to Engage with Diversity Abroad From Live Session on February 16, 2023 Session Description: Explore the many opportunities at Diversity Abroad such as professional development certificates, conferences, research publications, new resources, and more that are available to the members of the Diversity Abroad network. Guest Speaker: Daniella Lubey | Senior Program Coordinator, Northwestern University Moderator: Enrique Sondakh- Dorantes | Partnership Sucsess Manager, Diversity Abroad Download Presentation
Supporting International Students from India: Perspectives from Students and International Educators by DA Global | Feb 2, 2023 | International Students, Support Advising Supporting International Students from India: Perspectives from Students and International Educators From Live Session on February 2, 2023 (Closed captioning available) With a population of roughly 1.4 billion people, the second most populous country in the world, research suggests that India will soon outnumber China in international student mobility. Many students from India are looking at study abroad programs and traveling to countries including the United States, United Kingdom and Canada. There are many key considerations in choosing a destination country, however, once they are on site students may not receive the support they need. In this session, you will learn ways to support Indian students from the perspective of three students and international educators. With a rise in international students from India, it is important to understand the challenges they face with accessibility, identity and community support. At the end of the discussion, our panelists will provide their perspectives of how to best support the different identities of students coming from India. The participants will gain a better understanding of what challenges students face when they transition to the United States. Participants will be able to learn more about the barriers students face with respect to the different identities of Indian students. A special thanks to our 2022-2023 Community of Practice for the Region of Asia/Pacific Islands for hosting this webinar. Moderator: Brigitta Richmond | Associate Director, Notre Dame International – Study Abroad Presenters: Harini Narayanan | Director, Office of Academic Affairs, Ashoka University Dhiraj Mehra | Director of Initiatives in India, Notre Dame Mumbai Girish Ballolla | CEO/Founder of Gen Next Education Ruhi Banerjee | Doctoral Student, Pennsylvania State University Download Presentation
Like Comment and Share: Connecting with International Students Through Social Media by DA Global | Dec 8, 2022 | International Students, Support Advising Like Comment and Share: Connecting with International Students Through Social Media From Live Session on December 8, 2022 (Closed captioning available) According to recent research, 98% of college students use social media and on average, spend two hours daily on social media platforms. As such, many higher education institutions are harnessing the power of social media to connect with students. We welcome you to join this community discussion and learn best practices to utilize social media to engage with international students. An overview of social media platforms will be discussed, but with a focus on Instagram. Moderator: Ifetayo Kumasi-Ka | Founder of PhDifferent Presenters: Maria del Mar Aponte Rodriguez | Director of the Center for International Programs, St. Mary’s University Monica Ratcliff | Project Manager, 1913 Media Download Presentation
Strategies for Scholarship Coaching: An Appreciative Advising Approach by DA Global | Dec 2, 2022 | Articles Posted 12/2/22 By: Hannah Nevitt, Western Washington University Through the use of the Appreciative Advising Framework, this article provides strategies to advise first generation and underrepresented students who are applying for the Gilman Scholarship and other nationally competitive awards. A useful handout is also provided with sample advising tips and questions for advisors working with students. Strategies Guide Appreciative Advising Questions Guide
Taking an Intercultural Approach to Thanksgiving by DA Global | Nov 21, 2022 | Articles At Diversity Abroad we celebrate Thanksgiving as a time to share and connect with those we care for. We are thankful for our families, friends, and community that support our mission. We recognize that for many, Thanksgiving may not be a time for celebration but a time for mourning. We encourage you to take the time to reflect on what the holiday may represent for others. As global educators, we will often encounter differences in how people around the world celebrate historical events and holidays. This weekend we encourage you to take an intercultural approach to Thanksgiving, a very U.S. American holiday, and reflect on the ways that others observe and experience the day. We invite you to consider the questions below in your reflection. In what ways can we build our own awareness of the United States historically fraught treatment of indigenous communities and immigrants? Are there ways we can develop meaningful partnerships with the Tribal Nations within our communities or regions? How can we make space for storytelling to hear others’ experiences and perceptions of Thanksgiving? In addition to these questions, we’d invite you to consider these resources and ideas for celebrating Thanksgiving respectfully. Build Personal Awareness Learn about the Indigenous communities’ land, territories, and languages where you live and work. Reviewing the resources available from Native Land is a great place to start. Explore ways to recognize the land and water of your local region through a land acknowledgement. Read a book or article written by Indigenous authors and researchers. For research, begin by visiting the Collaborative Indigenous Research website. Need some book ideas? Check out the Washington County Library Services list of must-read books by Indigenous authors. Test your culinary skills by preparing a dish from an Indigenous community. Donate Your Time or Resources Pay it forward by volunteering your time at a local organization or shelter. Donate to a local Indigenous organization or offer in kind services to support a local initiative. Support Native American/Indigenous student organizations on your campus or the Native American/Indigenous student resource center or multicultural office. Our Mission Diversity Abroad’s mission is to create equitable access to the benefits of global education by empowering educators, engaging stakeholders, and connecting diverse students to resources and opportunity. © 2024 Diversity Abroad | Privacy |Contact Us
