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International Education WebsitesThe following websites contain information about international education and exchange programs. Since there are arguably few negative consequences of international education and exchange programs, the best way to combat ignorance about these matters are facts. These websites provide such facts. NAFSA Advocacy Alerts/TakeAction http://www.nafsa.org/ This section contains a link to the Take Action section which lists pending legislation that affects international education. There is also the option to send messages to Washington D.C. regarding important legislation affecting international education. Data on International Education http://www.nafsa.org/content/PublicPolicy/ This section contains some elementary statistical information on the economic impact of international students with respect to the U.S. economy. There are also links to other websites which contain more detailed analyses of international students contribution to the U.S. Immigration Advising Resources http://www.nafsa.org/content/Professionaland
Educational This section contains links to sites that contain information about SEVIS and the legal aspects of international education. It has copies of government cables and memos regarding international education. There is also a section where reasons for visa denials can be entered. International Education Fact Sheet http://www.nafsa.org/content/PublicPolicy/ This section contains facts and figures about international students including where they go and why (Please note that this link sometimes does not work). NAFSA On the Issues http://www.nafsa.org/content/PublicPolicy/ This section contains information on issues of concern regarding international education. These issues arise from federal legislative, executive, and regulatory initiatives on international educational exchanges, higher education, and immigration. NAFSA Publications http://www.nafsa.org/content/ProfessionalandEducational NAFSA publishes books, monographs and other works for international educators. Many titles are practical guides to specific aspects of daily work. Others share "big picture" thinking and offer food for thought. Notable Quotables http://www.nafsa.org/content/ Quotes from U.S. Presidents about the value of international exchange programs. Press Room This section contains a host of press releases from a variety of media outlets concerning international education. Public Policy http://www.nafsa.org/Template.cfm? This section contains information about NAFSA's goals and efforts in increasing awareness about the value of international education, including the articulation of an international education policy for the U.S., arguments for increasing international student access to U.S. higher education, and reasons why it's important for U.S. students to seek opportunities to study abroad. Resources This section includes a variety of different information including links to websites that provide statistical, economic, demographic, policy, and program information on international education. There are also links to governmental, non-governmental, international, and NPO websites. Sections and Professional Educator Groups This section has links to NAFSA's five sections and two professional educator groups that represent the diverse interests and responsibilities of NAFSA members. Strategic Task Forces This task force identifies and attempts to reach consensus about the main barriers preventing access to U.S. higher education. Smaller teams of task force members work on defining these problems and developing action plans to address them. Another goal is to begin to place major national attention on the issues of international student access by utilizing the media and other communication channels to reach policymakers. U.S. International Education Policy This section contains a series of documents from a variety of sources including the U.S. government, educational associations, and the media. AIESEC An international student organization with a global network of 50,000 members across more than 83 countries and territories at more than 800 universities world-wide. AIESEC facilitates international exchange of thousands of students and recent graduates each year. Their mission is to contribute to the development of all countries and their people with a commitment to international understanding and co-operation. Alliance for International Education and Cultural Exchange The Alliance for International Educational and Cultural Exchange promotes federal policies that support and advance international exchange in all its dimensions. Representing 66 U.S.-based exchange organizations, the Alliance has established itself as a leading policy voice of the American exchange community. Advocacy This section deals with issues of advocacy. Here can be found speeches and testimony regarding international education as well as lobbying tips and sample letters for advocacy. The Association for the Advancement of International Education AAIE is an organization that works within the area of American and international education. AAIE serves a network of over 300 schools, functioning as a communications link and facilitator for relationships among institutions and individuals involved or interested in American and international education. Among the members of AAIE are heads of American and international schools in the United States, college professors and administrators, U.S, Department of State officials, and persons involved in providing services to overseas schools. CDS International CDS is a non-profit organization committed to the advancement of international practical training opportunities for young professionals, students, educators, as well as labor, business and government representatives. It serves almost 1,400 individuals annually from over 50 other countries in Europe, Asia and South America in a variety of work, internship, and study tour programs. Institute of International Education Home Page for the Institute of International Education and its 250 programs Institute of International Education Network On-line Resource for IIE Members, which includes discussion boards, live chats, and job postings. Open Doors IIE's Open Doors website on student mobility. Here can be found extensive data and background materials. Open Doors is part of the IIENetwork, which is an internet forum for international education professionals to share experience and knowledge and build relationships that strengthen professional practice. The IIENetwork brings together international educators online and allows them to interact with others based on their specific interests and needs. Although some of the resources at Open Doors are for members only, there are also resources available to non-members. IIE Passport A study abroad search engine with over 5,000 study abroad programs. IIE's On-line Bookstore IIE's On-line Bookstore. Titles cover many topics including statistical information, governmental policy, and international student mobility. IIE/Council for International Exchange of Scholars This section contains information about Fulbright Scholarship Programs. International Service and Travel Center (University of Minnesota) ISTC is a nationally-recognized center dedicated to promoting international opportunities and supporting individuals preparing for international experiences. National Science Foundation This is a link to an NSF website article regarding the importance of international scientists to the United States in terms of increasing U.S. brain power. It also attempts to debunk the myth that U.S. immigration leads to drain brain in other countries. U.S. Department of Education http://www.ed.gov/topics/topicsTier2.jsp?type=t&top=Education+ The official U.S. policy regarding international education is articulated here. Of interest is the fact that there seems to be a tension between this policy and the immigration restrictions imposed by the BCIS. Washington Information Services This website is specifically for H1B visa holders. It demonstrates the high demand for skilled foreign workers. |
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