CONCURRENT SESSIONS:
Concurrent
Sessions I (8:30AM - 9:45AM)
Concurrent
Sessions II (10:15AM - 11:30AM)
Concurrent
Sessions III (1:30PM - 2:45PM)
Concurrent
Sessions IV (3:15PM - 4:30PM)
Concurrent
Sessions V (8:30AM - 9:45AM)
Intersession
(9:50AM - 10:40AM)
Concurrent
Sessions VI (10:45AM - Noon)
Concurrent Sessions
I – 8:30AM to 9:45AM
Designing Pre- and Post-Study Abroad Courses
Section: EA
Encouraging students to think about their study abroad experience both
before and after that experience presents an important challenge to an
international programs staff. This session describes North Central
College's response to that challenge including essential topics,
on-line resources, simulation activities, readings, classwork, and
portfolio assignments. The pre-study abroad course includes sessions
with all participants as well as some for those in specific programs;
post-study abroad course features an overnight retreat, a program
feedback session, and a final meeting focused on making use of the
study abroad experience in the student's future. Both courses can be
taken with or without credit.
Chair/Presenter: Jack Shindler, North Central College
Presenter: Kimberly Larsson, North Central College
Developing a Policy Response to the Bologna Process
Section: RAP, IEL
Best practice steps for setting policy will be discussed and how to
leverage the Bologna Process to increase international activity on a
campus will be explained. This presentation can be used by
institutions to set the policy making process in motion.
Chair/Presenter: Betty Soppelsa, NAFSA
Presenters: TBA
Food, Festivals, and Fun – Can We Live with the Risks?
Section: ISSS, Students
For many cultures food is an essential part of celebrations,
festivals, and life changes. At many of our universities and
communities it is a way to bridge the cultural divides. As we work to
internationalize our campuses and encourage the expression of culture,
we are continually challenged by food policies and event risk
management. In this session we will talk about strategies and options
to deal with event and food risk management. Fundamental Goals of the
Event and Food Risk Management • Create partnerships with food service
and risk management offices • Support students in presenting
attributes of culture to the public • Meet the food safety and
liability needs of the campus • Meet the dietary requirements of
religious groups while preventing cultural and/or religious cross
contamination • Help students understand the importance of risk
management rules and interpretations Covers and seeks to achieve: The
presentation will cover: - How to develop relationships with risk
management entities on campus - Why the policies are important - How
to work with student groups in adhering to risk management policies -
Role of Administration / Administration buy-in - “Developmental
Dining” - What are the financial implications Successes / Challenges
Audience discussion and questions
Chair/Presenter: Jodi Simek, University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
Presenter: Bryan Stempka, University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
Resources Available for International Advisors
Section: ISSS
As advisors we have many resources to provide professional answers to
student and scholar questions. What are some of the resources? How can
I make the resources work for me? What information is available for
assistance with problems?
Chair/Presenter: Christine Bargerstock, Michigan State University
Study Abroad 201: Study Abroad beyond the 101 Workshop
Section: EA, IEL
Building on the success of the Region V Study Abroad 101 Workshop, the
current presenters discussed offering a session which furthered those
topics covered in SA 101 – based also on a Region IV Pre-conference
Workshop entitled Study Abroad 201. SA 201 participants will engage in
active dialogue in this session, targeted at those individuals who
have been in the field for some time, and who want both new and
'refresher' information. Anticipated topics to be covered include
Strategic Planning, Program Development, Budgets and Financial
Planning, and Working with Campus Offices, among others. Panelists
will include representatives from university-based Study Abroad
offices, overseas institutions and Program Providers.
Chair/Presenter: Tom Howard, Macquarie University / The Scholar Ship
Presenter: Chris Swanson, DePaul University
Concurrent
Sessions II – 10:15AM to 11:30AM
Addressing the Career Planning Needs of International Students
Attending U.S. Community Colleges
Section: Community College, ISSS
International students arrive at the doors of community colleges with
varying levels of career decidedness and vocational planning
experience, as do American students. However, career planning is more
confounding for international students. Findings will be presented
from a qualitative study that explored influences on international
students' academic and career decisions within the context of
community colleges. Discussion will include resources students found
to be helpful in their career planning and implications for community
college student service programming.
Chair/Presenter: Patricia Jachowicz, Elgin Community College.
Developing New Study Abroad Programs: What They Don't Always Tell
You
Section: EA
As institutions seek to increase the number of students studying
abroad, study abroad offices and/or colleges are often encouraged to
develop new programs. We propose to discuss the pros and cons of
developing three different models of study abroad: Model 1: Short-term
faculty led courses Model 2: Multi-course programs with foreign based
providers Model 3: On-campus courses supplemented by an international
study tour The discussion will focus primarily on issues of academics,
logistics, development of cultural competencies, and the availability
of resources. We will conclude the session by distributing some useful
program development templates for each model.
Chair/Presenter: Pardip Bolina, University of Illinois,
Urbana-Champaign
Presenters: Dale Gardner and Fiona Griswold, University of Illinois,
Urbana-Champaign
EducationUSA Discovers Kalamazoo: Sharing Adviser Resources
Section: RAP
Get the insider’s view on international students from diverse world
regions from a panel of overseas educational advisers affiliated with
the US Department of State. What educational and socio-cultural trends
have an impact on recruitment of international students and how can
U.S. institutions build partnerships with EducationUSA advisers on the
scene in foreign capitals? What can NAFSAns share with overseas
colleagues about admissions considerations and best practices for
working with prospective applicants? Travel the globe with the
panelists as you discuss resources for outreach to international
students.
Chair/Presenter: Deborah Hefferon, The College Board
Presenters: Judy Chow, American Institute in Taiwan; Oumar Adama Maiga,
US Embassy, Niamey, Niger; Sondra Sainsbury, Fulbright Commission,
Nicosia, Cyprus; Melissa Zelaya, Inst Hondureno de Cultura
Interamericana, Honduras
Playing 20 Questions, Scholar-Style
Section: ISSS
A semi-advanced discussion of how to guide a hiring unit or academic
department on the best way to bring an international
visitor/scholar/faculty member to campus. How do you differentiate
when an international should come as a J-1 Scholar, H-1B, TN-1, O-1,
J-1, B-1, WB or F-1/OPT? Playing 20 Questions is necessary to paint a
picture of the correct fit of multiple factors. Session would go over
some essential "sorting" questions, then go over a few case studies
for hands-on experience. Workshop would assume basic knowledge of
scholar advising.
Chair/Presenter: Charmagne Herlien, University of Illinois at Chicago
SSN Q&A
Section: ISSS
Location:
A regional Social Security Administration (SSA) representative will
present information regarding social security number processing. She
would like to gather information about what our population experiences
during the process of obtaining a social security number.
Chair/Presenter: Jim Hammerschmidt, University of Illinois at Chicago
Presenters: Veronica Harris, Social Security Administration
U.S. Student Visa Roundtable: How NAFSA Can Help
Section: EA, ISSS
NAFSA's Education Abroad Subcommittee on Student Visas has been
established to provide information and assistance to professionals
grappling with the complex and ever-changing world of student visas
for US students studying abroad. The Subcommittee would like to reach
out to the various NAFSA Regions and solicit input and feedback on
areas of concern. This roundtable session will be an open forum for
collecting feedback for the Subcommittee to create a working agenda.
Chair/Presenter: Joseph Sevigny, Institute for the Int'l Education of
Students
What Is a "Global Perspective" and Why Do I Need It?
Section: TLS
Is having a global perspective synonymous to diversity awareness or
having an inclusive mindset? How can one attain a global perspective,
and what is it good for? Is a global perspective a natural consequence
of global citizenship? What, if any, are the distinct approaches to
content and pedagogy in global education for a global perspective?
Utilizing the writings of Hanvey (1982), Pike and Selby (1988), Toh
(1993) and others, the session will engage participants in a
dialogical exploration of these and related questions. Participants
will gain a fresh and practical understanding of a “global
perspective” that leads to transformative global citizenship.
Chair/Presenter: Stephen Appiah-Padi, Lansing Community College
Presenters: Isaac Addai, Lansing Community College
Concurrent
Sessions III – 1:30PM to 2:45PM
Connecting the Dots of Curriculum Integration (to create the big
picture)
Section: EA
Connecting the Dots of Curriculum Integration to enhance your
marketing, advising, campus involvement and student participation in
education abroad. This presentation will provide participants with a
practical, step-by-step, systems approach to integrating education
abroad programs and courses into all academic areas of the
institution. Presenters will discuss course mapping for existing
partners and programs, feasibility guidelines for new partnerships,
developing a Study Abroad Course Finder (articulation database),
organizing partnerships/programs by major and integrating them into
the academic departments, creating advising mechanisms to emphasize
curriculum as an integral part the program selection process, and
more.
Chair/Presenter: Wendy Williamson, Eastern Illinois University
Cultural and Educational Experiences of US Student Teachers in
Nontraditional Settings in West Africa
Section: TLS
Traditionally, Europe has been the sole destination of American led
study abroad programs. However with the issuing of Lincoln
Commission's recommendations and the declaration by the Senate of 2006
as the Year of Study Abroad, there is growing interest in programs
with alternative destinations such as Africa, Asia, India, or South
America. This session chronicles the efforts of a teacher education
program to promote and make Senator Simon's vision a reality. It
provides helpful insights and strategies to participants engaged in
developing study abroad programs in nontraditional settings.
Chair/Presenter: Abalo Adewui, Central Michigan University
Current Issues and Procedures at the Port of Entry
Section: ISSS
Foreign nationals who seek to enter the U.S. must submit to inspection
by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officials at the port of
entry. In addition, foreign nationals who depart the U.S. may be
subject to specific departure procedures. This panel discussion will
address current issues related to the inspection and departure
processes that affect foreign students and foreign scholars. Subjects
to be discussed will include F-1 student reentry issues, US-VISIT,
NSEERS, CBP databases as well as other current issues. This session
will include time for questions from the audience.
Chair/Presenter: Daniel Zeft, Law Offices of Daniel A. Zeft
Presenters: Tamara Felden , University of Chicago; Elizabeth Matthews,
Northwestern University; James Squires, U.S. Customs and Border
Protection
High-Risk Drinking: Using On-Campus Resources for Results Overseas
Section: EA, Students
What to do about study abroad students and alcohol is a perennial
problem faced by education abroad and student development
administrators alike. The problem spans the student’s entire time at
the college, from first-year orientation to graduation parties—with
study abroad too often being a particular high (low) point in
high-risk drinking and alcohol abuse, and the resulting consequences
from these actions. A panel of education abroad and student
development professionals will discuss current research on dealing
with high-risk drinking on campus, how these are being put into
practice, and finally how both on-campus research and practice can be
adapted to student behavior overseas.
Chair/Presenter: Joseph Brockington, Kalamazoo College
Presenter Brian Dietz and Sarah Westfall, Kalamazoo College
How to Reach the Masses
Section: RAP
Innovations in communication methods have, are, and will change the
way others gain information about services and opportunities. Virtual
worlds have moved from the gaming community to the real world. From
this standpoint, recruiting strategies are and will be influenced by
innovations such as video conferencing, Hobson’s Virtual Fair, and
Instant Messenger. In this paper, we first discuss innovations for
recruiting. We then discuss our experience in using Instant Messenger
when we participated in The 9th Nairobi International Education Fair
2007. Finally, we discuss the importance, benefits, disadvantages, and
potential problems using instant messengers and other innovative
communication methods.
Chair/Presenter: Evelyn Koine, Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Presenters: Shih-Yung Chou and Christine Svec, Southern Illinois
University Carbondale
Succeeding In Our Dysfunctional Immigration System:
Understanding and Managing Today's Issues with International Students
and Scholars, including M, F, J and H-1B Status
Section: ISS, RAP
With more colleges, their students and professors being adversely
affected by the US dysfunctional immigration system, a strategy is
necessary to succeed in each stage of the immigration process. This
advanced workshop will identify, explain and then suggest solutions to
unique immigration issues currently being encountered by community
colleges and/or four-year universities, including change of status
from B to F nonimmigrants, reinstatement to F status, the limitations
of the M visa, how to counsel undocumented students, visa application
issues, port-of-entry admission issues, a SEVIS update, J-1
researchers, and H-1B limitations, among other issues.
Moderator: Bob White, Masuda Funai Eifert & Mitchell Ltd
Presenters: Sandra Spadoni, University of Chicago; Diana Schack,
Oakland Community College
Teach Globally, Act Locally: How Faculty Can Help Campus
Section: EA, TLS
The panel will discuss the challenges and importance of involving
faculty in the internationalization process - from preparing them for
an international teaching sojourn, to examples of successful
experiences abroad, and strategies and tips for integrating their
experiences upon returning to the classroom, in the curriculum, and
with the administration.
Chair/Presenter: Jennifer Hamlow, AHA International
Presenters: Diane De Salvo, Central Michigan University; Deborah
Dougherty, Alma College; Susan Morgan, Northern Michigan University;
Alicia Stanley, DePaul University
Concurrent
Sessions IV – 3:15PM to 4:30PM
Al-Musharaka: Overcoming Arabic Stereotypes - A NAFSA CTG Grant
Section: ISSS, All
Like many schools in the U.S., Western Illinois University has enjoyed
an influx of Saudi Arabian students participating on governmental
scholarships. In order to best serve these students, it was necessary
to give the campus and community an opportunity to learn more about
Arabic culture and examine commonly held stereotypes. To fund this
program, WIU proposed and was awarded a NAFSA/Department of State
Collaborative Training Grant (CTG). In this session, the process of
proposing and administering a CTG will be discussed, as well as the
findings and experiences of the grant collaborators regarding the
various program activities.
Chair/Presenter: Patti Jones, Western Illinois University
Presenters: Eshraq Alkhabbaz, Siyoung Park and Kevin Timlin, Western
Illinois University
"Myth-busters": Is This a Community College?
Section: Community College, All
Since it began in the early 20th century, the community college has
been a unique model of education for basic local workforce
development. Subsequent changes in American workforce needs, brought
on by the forces of technology and globalization, have transformed
community colleges in many ways. Presenters will share policies and
practices in three community colleges that reflect the modern face of
the American community college as a force in international education
and global workforce development. Come share your own experience and
knowledge, and help dispel the myths.
Chair/Presenter: Stephen Appiah-Padi, Lansing Community College.
Presenters: Juanita Zertuche, Black Hawk College; Bonnie Bissonette,
Northcentral Technical College
Marketing Study Abroad to the Millennial and Internet Generations
Section: EA
Interested in learning more about innovative marketing ideas targeting
the millennial generation? Hear about ways to maximize your marketing
resources by utilizing returned student volunteers, student workers
and on-campus collaboration with academic departments, advisors and
other staff. Gather strategies for developing an overall marketing
plan as well as a unique identity/brand for your study abroad office.
Take away creative ways to market programs and events to a
technologically-savvy generation that is constantly on the go.
Chair/Presenter: Katie Saur, University of Wisconsin-Madison
Presenters: Tammy Gibbs, University of Wisconsin-Madison
Preparing Form I-140: Need Advise?
Section: ISSS
A representative from the Nebraska Service Center along with
international scholar advisors will go through Form I-140 processing
tips, procedures, discuss a few sample cases, and answer questions.
Chair/Presenter: Jim Hammerschmidt, University of Illinois at Chicago
Presenters: Dennis Grabast, Nebraska Service Center
Taiwan - The Educational System, Recruiting and Working with
Overseas Advisors
Section: RAP
This session will provide information about recruiting students from
Taiwan (all levels including ESL), a review of the educational
systems, documentation and reference materials available for
credential evaluation, and an opportunity to learn more of what the
Educational Advisor based in country to do to assist you in admitting
students from Taiwan.
Chair/Presenter: Nancy Katz , AACRAO
Presenter: Claudia Bean, Eastern Michigan University; Judy Chow,
American Institute in Taiwan
What Leaders in International Education Need to Know and to Do in
Order to Be Successful
Section: IEL, All
Leaders in international education come from a variety of backgrounds
which contribute to the level of success achieved in the position of
senior international officer (SIO). The International Education
Leadership Knowledge Community of NAFSA has sponsored a study to
identify what SIOs believe they need to know and what they believe
they need to be able to do in order to succeed in their current
positions. The study has shown that interpersonal skills rank very
high and has pointed out interesting directions for professional
development offerings. Members of the IEL leadership group will
outline the results of the survey and suggest opportunities for future
workshops and sessions.
Chair/Presenter: Deborah Pierce, Northern Illinois University
Presenters: Joseph Brockington, Kalamazoo College
Concurrent Sessions
V – 8:30AM to 9:45AM
Case Scenarios in Study Abroad: Addressing Mental Health Concerns
Section: EA
As mental health challenges are seen more commonly in the college
population, professionals increasingly need to have basic knowledge
and skills for assessing and referring students to appropriate care.
Participants will explore education abroad mental health case
scenarios in a small group format, followed by a discussion of best
practice considerations led by the presenters. Attention will be given
to the assessment of current practices, cross campus collaboration,
legal implications, risk management, and staff training. Information
will address how to assist students before, during, and following
their education abroad experience and will be relevant to campus
educators and program providers.
Chair/Presenter: Julie Lindsey, University of Wisconsin-Madison
Presenters: Jenna Graff, University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh; John
O'Connell, American Institute for Foreign Study (AIFS)
Considering the US Equivalence of the Three-year Degree in India
Section: RAP
The equivalency of four-year and three-year bachelor’s degree does not
have a unified view. With the increase number of Indian student
studying in the U.S., it is important to consider whether four-year
and three-year bachelor’s degree are equivalent. In this paper, we
first provide some historical recognition of the Indian bachelor
degree. We then compare the US and Indian bachelor degrees. We also
provide some institutional considerations and recommendations for SIUC
that may be applied to other U.S. schools.
Chair/Presenter: Evelyn Koine, Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Presenter: Shih-Yung Chou, Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Implementing Peer Review Techniques for Second Language Writers
Section: TLS
Although peer review is a familiar collaborative learning activity
used in many NS composition classes to help students make more
informed decisions about their writing, in ESL writing classes it
brings many distinct issues, such as language proficiency, affective
considerations, and cultural variation. Research has shown that
sometimes peer review is less than helpful when students are
untrained, focus too much on surface concerns, or offer vague
comments. This session will examine several types and methods of
targeted peer review and instant feedback with consideration of
factors affecting ESL writers who must deal with unfamiliar,
genre-specific academic writing assignments.
Chair/Presenter: Judy Youngquist, Saginaw Valley State University
Presenter: Jessica Rorai, Saginaw Valley State University
Preparing Form I-765: Need Advise?
Section: ISSS
A representative from the Nebraska Service Center along with
international student advisors will go through I-765 processing tips,
procedures, discuss a few sample cases, and answer questions
Chair/Presenter: Ghazala Khan, Michigan State University
Presenters: Lori Friedman, Illinois Institute of Technology; Lisa
Kelsay, Nebraska Service Center
Storing, Sorting, Reporting: A Database Management Discussion
Section: ISSS, EA
Managing information has always been a part of the job of
international educators. What used to be done with folders and filing
cabinets is quickly giving way to complex databases. While most of us
are not trained to deal with trigger logic and electronic file
transfers, we find ourselves spending countless hours figuring out how
to maximize the potential of our databases. As users of Oracle’s
PeopleSoft P.A.S.S. (Patriot Act SEVIS Solution), we are interested in
discussing best practices, problems and solutions with other users. We
would also like to explore the implementation and management of
databases that are used by Study Abroad advisors. Whether you are a
new or seasoned user of PeopleSoft P.A.S.S. or are simply looking for
more information about database management, this discussion is for
you!
Chair/Presenter: Elizabeth Matthews, Northwestern University
Presenters: Donna Anderson, University of Wisconsin-Platteville;
Louise Baldwin, University of Michigan
Intersession – 9:50AM to 10:40AM
Getting Involved in NAFSA: A Great Opportunity
Section: All, IEL
Serving as a member and leader in NAFSA allows international educators
to develop their leadership skills, share their talents and expertise,
expand their professional networks, learn more about professional
association administration, and feel great about advancing
international education objectives. Leadership opportunities in NAFSA
abound at all levels. There are opportunities to volunteer for shorter
projects, as well as longer-term positions. Topics covered will
include: the benefits of volunteering, the expectations of the various
leadership positions, and the use of the Leadership Development
Committee’s Expertise Profile in selecting leaders. There will be time
for participants to aks questions of the leaders/presenters.
Chair/Presenter: Sara Thurston-Gonzalez, University of
Wisconsin-Madison
Presenters: Deborah Pierce, Northern Illinois University
Intercultural Communication Apprehension, Ethnocentrism, and
Satisfaction with Study Abroad
Section: EA, TLS
Presenters will investigate the relationships between 200 study abroad
participants’ levels of ethnocentrism, intercultural communication
apprehension, and satisfaction with their study abroad experience by
using standard intercultural communication research measures along
with student satisfaction data. If a relationship between these three
variables is found, the research scales will prove to be very
important in the field of international education. Study abroad
directors may wish to administer the scales to prospective study
abroad participants to determine if the student will need additional
resources to increase intercultural competencies before beginning
their study abroad experience, in order to make the experience highly
satisfactory.
Chair/Presenter: Leah May, Edgewood College
Exchange Visitor Office Update
Section: ISSS
Description: Representatives from the Exchange Visitor program will
update us on the current and upcoming changes in the program.
Chair: Chris Bargerstock, Michigan State University
Presenters: Constance Harley and Tammy Thompson-Dorsey, Exchange
Visitor Office, Department of State
Concurrent Sessions
VI – 10:45AM to Noon
CIBERspace: What Can CIBER Do for You?
Section: TLS, All
Thirty-one universities host Centers for International Business
Education and Research (CIBERs). These federally-funded centers work
on-campus and in communities to promote international education and
research. Four, at Michigan State University, and the universities of
Illinois, Michigan, and Wisconsin, serve Region V. Historically
focused on international business issues, today most work across units
to internationalize education. We offer everything from K-12 outreach
and a nationally renowned International Business Institute for
Community Colleges, to collegiate-level study abroad and research
funding, and the world’s number-one, online, international business
resource, globalEDGE. Come to this exciting session to learn what
CIBER can do for you!
Chair/Presenter: Sarah Singer, Michigan State University
Collaborating to Support International Student Job Searches
Section: ISSS
Beyond all the paperwork for academic training, CPT, and OPT can we do
more to prepare international students for the job search process?
From resume and cover letter writing, to wardrobe and business
etiquette programs there are many opportunities to collaborate. Let's
learn how working with other on-campus partners can offer a more
holistic approach to supporting international students' job searches.
Discussion will cover shared marketing and promotion strategies,
student participation incentives, and developing integrated
cross-departmental initiatives. Participants will be encouraged to
join in the discussion.
Chair/Presenter: Amanda Pelon, Michigan State University
Developing and Planning Short-term Faculty-led Programs
Section: EA
An overview of short-term faculty-led program planning and development
as seen from various points of view within International Education.
Representatives from a third-party provider (Australearn), a student
group airfare reservations company (Student Universe), a Technical
College (Fox Valley Tech), a public university (UW Oshkosh) and
possibly a private university (t.b.d.) will discuss some documents to
consider when planning these programs, suggested timelines, budget
examples, allies to have on campus, on-campus requirements for
approval and recruitment. A presentation will be held, to be followed
by a question and answer session.
Chair/Presenter: Karlin Stukenberg, University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh
Presenters: Cynthia Banks and Daniel O'Brien, AustraLearn; Leah Lutzow,
Fox Valley Technical College
Foreign Language Learning and Study Abroad: Before, During and
After
(Tentative Session – still to be confirmed)
Section: EA
With the growing number of students looking to develop their foreign
language skills on our programs, how can both US-based advisors and
foreign-based program directors encourage and assist students with
their goals? Home institution advisors can get educated on the target
language resources and populations in their community. Then they can
get creative with how to bridge their students with these
opportunities. Directors abroad have a similar task, promoting a
target language environment amongst students while at the same time
facilitating their engagement with local populations. Here is how we
try to keep students talking before, during and after study abroad.
Chair/Presenter: Brandon Lanners, University of Illinois at
Urbana-Champaign
Presenter Miguel Angel Galindo, University of Illinois at
Urbana-Champaign
Nursing Education in Former USSR Countries
Section: RAP, ISSS
Former USSR nursing graduates respond to US nursing shortage with
increased volume of applications. The following issues will be
discussed and supported by relevant documentation. *Standards of
nursing education in former USSR countries. *Lengths of different
nursing programs. *Secondary education issue. *Qualification
differentiations: General Nurse, Midwife, Pediatric Nurse. *Is
“Feldsher” a Nurse or Physician Assistant? *Entrance and graduation
exams. *Major disparity in nursing curricula: clinical emphasis in
former USSR versus client management emphasis in the USA. *Absence of
licensure. *Value of diplomas and transcripts. *Admission to former
USSR higher education versus present admission in the relevant
countries. *US equivalency of education in question with placement
recommendations.
Chair/Presenter: Annette Epstein, Foreign Consultants, Inc.
Presenters: Elena Kotlyarova, Foreign Consultants, Inc.
Recruiting Strategically on a Dime!
Section: RAP
With Schools concerned about dwindling budgets, overseas travel risks
and attracting qualified students, recruiting from nearby embassies
and consulates becomes a more attractive option. This session is
designed to introduce the idea of expanding recruitment efforts to
area embassies, consulates and missions.
Chair/Presenter: David Archbold, Oakland University
Presenters: Kathy Orscheln, Eastern Michigan University
SEVP Townhall Meeting
Section: ISS
SEVP Representatives will update us on current and upcoming changes in
the program.
Chairs/Presenters: Rhodora Magalong and Valentine Thompson, SEVP
Representatives
