2012 NAFSA Annual Conference & ExpoHouston, Texas
Comprehensive Internationalization (CIZN)
Houston conference theme is “Comprehensive Internationalization: Vision and Practice”
Read the NAFSA publication Comprehensive Internationalization: From Concept to Action at www.nafsa.org/CIZN
Comprehensive internationalization provides a framework in which we all operate
KC ISSSThis knowledge community provides professional
development opportunities and resources for international student and scholar advisers
and for those who work or volunteer in campus and
community-based international programming.
KC ISSS National TeamJenny Bowen Indiana University KC ISSS Chair
James Dorsett Iowa State University
KC ISSS Chair-Elect
Samantha Lu Teachers College, Columbia University
KC ISSS Past Chair
Chris Bargerstock Michigan State University
ISCA Network Leader
John Lorch Johns Hopkins University
ISTA Network Leader
Mihaela Metianu Florida Atlantic University
Regulatory Practice Coordinator
Joann Ng Hartmann
University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Chair, Professional Development Subcommittee
Monica Sharp University of Oklahoma
Subcommittee on Information Management
Liz Woycyznski Case Western Reserve University
Campus and Community Programming Coordinator
KC ISSS Regional LiaisonsI Christina Luther Portland State University
II Marlene Perrine University of Denver
III Meg Morgan University of Texas at Dallas
IV Meghan Lunders University of South Dakota
V Elizabeth Matthews Illinois Institute of Technology
V Kristin Aoki University of Wisconsin-Green Bay
VI Lea Minniti Xavier University
VII Tammy Rosner Georgia State University
VIII Carly Shane Carnegie Mellon University
X Rosa Kelley Baruch College, City University of New York
XI Mihwa Lee University of Connecticut
XII Rebecca Sablo University of California-Berkeley
Working together: KC ISSS & ISS-RP
International Student and Scholar Regulatory Practice Committee (ISS-RP)
Close collaboration with David Elwell, Chair, ISS-RP
and Adam Harold, Chair of the Regulatory
Ombuds
Working together: KC ISSS & RAP/IEM
Discussions between KC ISSS and RAP/IEM include:Resources for colleagues on retention and re-
entryDevelopment of an FAQ for faculty on working
with international students in the classroomHow to best and most clearly highlight
concrete, specific objectives and examples of Comprehensive Internationalization
Houston Annual Conference 40 KCISSS conference sessions are on the program for the 2012
Annual Conference; special thanks to Sandy Soohoo-Refaei. Don’t miss these networking opportunities!
Tuesday, 5/29 (2:30pm) – Tips for Newcomers to the ISSS Community Wednesday, 5/30 (8:45am) – Dialogue on Non-Traditional Programs Wednesday, 5/30 (1:15pm) – Get Involved: Leadership Opportunities in
KC ISSS Thursday, 5/31 (8:00am) – Mentoring Professionals New to ISS
Advising
There are also outstanding NAFSA workshops offered for KC ISSS members and Regional Highlight sessions that are KC ISSS related.
As in previous years, a number of “shared interest" sessions at the conference relate very closely to KC ISSS interests. This category of session continues to work well for maximizing relevant sessions for KC ISSS members.
And more to come next year in St. Louis! Please submit proposals for sessions, workshop and poster fairs.
KC ISSS Awards Presentation
Hugh Jenkins Award for Excellence in Community
Programming
KC ISSS Award of Excellence
Hugh Jenkins AwardRecognizes individuals who have demonstrated a
commitment to promoting global understanding and international exchange in the local community and who exemplify a spirit of volunteerism and a long term dedication to international exchange.
Special thanks to the Selection Committee!Alice LaubachMaria OritiLiz Woyczynski
KC ISSS Award of ExcellenceHonors a NAFSA member who has been a
professional in the ISSS field for 10 years or more, demonstrated outstanding qualities that distinguish him or her as a leader in the field of international student and scholar services, and who possesses qualities of compassion, integrity, and leadership.
Special thanks to the Selection Committee!Bill SmartEllen BadgerMeg MorganTammy LyskowinskiSamantha Lu
ISTA and ISCA NETWORKS
Ask Questions Share ExperiencesBe the First to Know of New Practice
Resources and KC ISSS News All KC ISSS Resources Are Available on the
Networks
Featured KC ISSS Resource Comprehensive Resource on Crisis Management for the International Student
and Scholar Services Office at www.nafsa.org/crisismanagementISSS
Before, During and After a Crisis: Questions to Ask
Learn more about responding to: A crisis in a student's/scholar's home countryAn international student/scholar deathA missing student/scholarA serious injury of a student/scholarWorking with international students and scholars with
mental health issuesA world-wide crisis (e.g. H1N1) The arrest of a nonimmigrant student
Contains Recommended Action Items
Breaking news…New KC ISSS Resource Coming Soon!
Submitting post-completion OPT applications: Tips for Success
Will assist DSOs with practical problems that arise during the post-completion OPT application process. These problems are addressed at different stages at the application process: while preparing the applications, while waiting for adjudication, and after OPT has been granted.
The resource will include a table with recommendations, a timeline and a flowchart!
Professional Development Subcommittee
Core Education Program Workshop Deans – Thank you!!
Core Education Program (CEP) Workshops and Deans:Campus and Community Programming for Intercultural
Learning (Need Dean!)F-1 Regulations for Beginners (Jamie Kendrioski)F-1 Regulations - Intermediate (Christina Luther)Filing Academic H-1B Petitions (David Jones) J Regulations for Beginners (Susan Ellis-Dougherty)J Regulations - Advanced (Christine Bargerstock)Nonresident Alien Tax - What International Educators Should
Know (Mary Fortier )Pathways to Permanent Residency (Dena Neese)
Professional DevelopmentThe Training Coordination Subcommittee is happy to
announce a new eLearning course being offered this summer:Beyond the Basics of F-1 Student Advising
We are also looking for new curriculum writers for a new e-Learning project:J-1 Regulations for Beginners -- contact Joann Ng
Hartmann at [email protected] if you are interested.
Upcoming NAFSA Webinar on International Student Adjustment, July 11, 2012. Go to www.nafsa.org/training to learn more and register.
Campus and Community Programming
Projects include:Hugh Jenkins Award 2012Task Force on supporting international
student families in the community. Updating Intercultural Activity Toolkit
www.nafsa.org/iatoolkitAnnual Conference Intercultural
Initiatives for Campus & Community Poster Fair
NAFSA PublicationsNAFSA’s Immigration Classification poster was updated in
April 2012 to reflect the most recent statutory and regulatory changes including changes for B-1, B-2, E-1, E-2, E-3, F-1, F-3 part-time border commuter students, H-1C, J-1, and more.
Basic F-1 for Beginners (CD) has been updated for 2012 and can be purchased in the NAFSA Bookstore
A new NAFSA brochure for incoming and current international students and scholars, with the working title, Bringing Family Members to the U.S.: A Guide for International Students and Scholars, is being planned with an expected release by the end of 2012.
Open Team Positions – Join Us!!
If you are interested in joining our dynamic KC ISSS team, please contact Jenny Bowen or James
Dorsett!
Interested in becoming KC ISSS Chair-elect? Leadership Development Committee is always looking for candidates. Please consider leading this great team and contact Jenny, James or Sam for more information.
Thank you!Remember: Join the KC ISSS networks!Meet and stay in touch with your
Regional Liaisons!Contact us if you have any
suggestions or questions!
Enjoy the Annual Conference!
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