Supporting Inclusive Excellence with International Student Services by DA Global | Jul 1, 2017 | Fundamentals, International Students Supporting Inclusive Excellence with International Student Services Session Description: International students are an integral component of campus internationalization. In what ways can we support international students through inclusive excellence? This e-learning course identifies the needs of international students in US higher education and explores ways in which to educate and affirm them in their exploration of race, sexual identity, gender variance, and health/wellness. Through this course, you will: Learn the role of international educators (listen, learn, partner, educate) Be better equipped to address how to support international students navigating a balance of cultural preservation and cultural immersion Learn how Care’s Women’s Empowerment and Critical Race Theory can inform the way we think about international student’s experiences Facilitators: Jacquis Watters – Stevens Institute of Technology Additional Resources: Presentation Slides | Tips & Resources | Prompts for Future Reflection
Supporting Veterans in Education Abroad through Cross-Campus Collaboration by DA Global | Feb 9, 2017 | Education Abroad Resources, Support & Advising Supporting Veterans in Education Abroad through Cross-Campus Collaboration From Live Session on February 9, 2017 Session Description: A community discussion led by the University of Alabama on how to advise veteran students on options for applying VA funding towards an education abroad experience. University of Alabama developed a collaborative cross-departmental approach to address questions from students regarding the circumstances under which VA funding can be utilized for education abroad experiences. The result of these efforts is regular cross-communication between the campus Veterans Affairs Office and the Education Abroad Office to ensure that students know how funds can be utilized. Facilitators: Holly Henning – University of Alabama Jason Sellars – University of Alabama Download Presentation
