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What You Need to Succeed
The NAFSA Education Abroad Knowledge Community
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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
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• 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
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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
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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
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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
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– 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
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Joining NAFSA makes you an influential advocate for internationaleducation.
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
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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
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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
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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
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• 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
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– 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…
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NAFSA offers rewarding opportunities to grow and develop while collaborating with
inspirational colleagues who share your passion for international education.
Consider…
Leadership in NAFSA
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– 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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Slide content will be specific for each region here, such as
• 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