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The 2026 Award for Excellence in International Education
Mar 2, 2026
From his early start with a USAID scholarship and AACRAO membership to his role in building training opportunities for others, Dale Gough’s career offers a window into the dedication, expertise, and collaborative spirit of international education today.
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Meet the IESC Fellows Focusing on AI and International Admissions
Mar 2, 2026
This year’s IESC Fellows, Doreen Sheridan of Michigan State University and Esther Zhao of Baylor University, bring distinct experiences and perspectives to the 2025–2026 fellowship topic, AI and International Admissions.
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2025 Data and the Global Student Trajectory
Nov 24, 2025
While the initial findings from the IIE Fall 2025 Snapshot suggest significant challenges for the 2025-2026 enrollment cycle, Julia Funaki, Director of International at AACRAO, sheds light on what this means for the economy, enrollment, and more.
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Become an IESC Fellow and Advance Your Career in International Education
Sep 29, 2025
For the 2025-2026 academic year, the IESC fellows will focus on the following topic: AI and International Admissions. Apply by Oct 13, 2025.
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What the Latest International Data Tells Us
Jul 7, 2025
This spring's IIE survey captured responses from 559 higher education institutions that host 53% of international students in the U.S. Julia Funaki of AACRAO suggests the data reveals an international education sector being tested but not broken.
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How International Students Impact U.S. 'Soft Power'
Jun 9, 2025
David Mihalyi of AACRAO International asks us to consider the long-term consequences of policy shifts that are driving international students away.
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Baden-Württemberg Seminar 2025: Your Gateway to International Educational Excellence
May 12, 2025
The prestigious Baden-Württemberg Seminar offers a rare, fully-supported opportunity to immerse yourself in Germany's innovative educational landscape.
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Your Guide to Joining Our International Credentials Community
May 12, 2025
Whether you’re working to support international students, evaluating foreign transcripts for admissions or transfer, or shaping policies that reflect an increasingly global academic environment, staying informed is key.
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Add Your Voice to the U.S. Study Abroad Survey
Apr 28, 2025
Our Director of International, Julia Funaki, explains how your institution’s participation in the U.S. Study Abroad Survey serves as a valuable tool for universities seeking funding, building partnerships, and making the case for study abroad programs.
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Enrich International Education by Submitting Open Doors Data
Apr 14, 2025
Our Director of International, Julia Funaki, describes the impact of your contributions on the full accounting of international student and study abroad trends.