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What You Need to Succeed
The NAFSA Education Abroad Knowledge Community
NAFSA is…
– The leader in international education.– The premier association of international
educators.
– Committed to advancing the profession of international education through:
• Professional development and career advancement programs.
– An association of members worldwide.• From all 50 states and 150 countries
Introduction to NAFSA
• The Education Abroad Knowledge Community
• Professional Development
• Public Policy Advocacy
• Regional and Annual Conferences
• Regulatory Liaison
http://www.nafsa.org/leadership
Benefits of NAFSA Membership
The Education Abroad Knowledge Community (EA KC) is an online central location for the resources, information, and communication opportunities to be an effective international educator.
www.nafsa.org/eakc
Education Abroad Knowledge Community
Key Components of the EA KC
Participate in the Discussion Forums
Discover new ideas for on-the -job challenges
Obtain the latest news on the profession and resources
Seek advice or ask questions about professional issues
Network nationwide with colleagues
Collegial Conversations
NAFSA offers an unmatched
selection of the exact resources you
need to prepare you for the exciting
challenges of tomorrow.
http://www.nafsa.org/prodevelopment
Professional Development
– Core Education Program (CEP) Workshops
– Academy for International Education
– Management Development Program
– e-Learning Courses
– Webinars
– Annual and Regional Conferences
A Few Highlights of Professional Development Offerings
Joining NAFSA makes you an influential advocate for international
education.
Stay informed about the latest policies and legislation impacting international education.
http://www.nafsa.org/studyabroad
Join Connecting Our World – a grassroots community taking action to support public policies that strengthen and expand international education and exchange.
www.connectingourworld.org
Public Policy
EA-Regulatory Practice Committee
Visa Updates - www.nafsa.org/eavisas
Get Liaison Help on various visa related issues
Access IssueNet to report EA regulatory issues
Regulatory Information
NAFSA has a long tradition of publishing books, e-publications, and other works for international educators. Many titles are practical guides to specific aspects of daily work in education abroad.
www.nafsa.org/publications
Publications
For students:– Study Abroad: Making It Happen brochure– Easy Planning Guide for Good Health Abroad
For parents:– What Parents Need to Know! Before, During, and After
Education Abroad brochure
For EA professionals:– NAFSA’s Guide to Education Abroad, 3rd Edition– Crisis Management in a Cross-Cultural Setting– International Educator magazine – Nafsa.news
Publications
• The annual conference is the world’s largest gathering of international educators. Regional conferences provide a gathering of international educators in your region.
Vancouver, British Columbia May 29-June 3, 2011
www.nafsa.org/vancouver
NAFSA Annual and Regional Conferences
– Preconference Workshops– Management Development Program– Symposium on Leadership– World-Renowned Plenary Speakers– Educational Sessions and Seminars– International Education Expo with more than 400 exhibitors– NAFSA Bookstore– Poster Fairs– FUN!
The Annual Conference Provides…
NAFSA offers rewarding opportunities to grow and develop while collaborating with
inspirational colleagues who share your passion for international education.
Consider…
Leadership in NAFSA
– Assist with the planning for a statewide workshop
– Holding a position on a regional team
– Serving on a national committee, subcommittee, or task force
– Volunteer at the state, regional, and annual conference
www.nafsa.org/leadership
Leadership in NAFSA
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Regional Highlights
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• State meetings
• Reentry/lessons from abroad conferences
• Advocacy with state international education policies
• Financial support for various areas
Regional Highlights
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Get Involved!
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Examples of what you can do!
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Questions, Comments or Concerns