Melissa Torres from the Forum Abroad and I wrote about the importance of Study Abroad. We continue to champion for the Simon Bill. Thank you,⁦Senator Dick Durbin⁩ and ⁦Senator Roger Wicker⁩ for the Senator Simon Bill. thehill.com/opinion/449011…

Thank you for your leadership on #StudyAbroadDay and every day, Senator Dick Durbin and Senator Roger Wicker. We appreciate your leadership, along with that of Rep. Brad Schneider and Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick 🇺🇸, in championing the #SimonBill to expand access to #studyabroad . nafsa.org/simon

Today on #StudyAbroadDay , we’re reminded of how much stronger America is when we engage with the world.

My bill w/ Senator Roger Wicker, the Sen. Paul Simon Study Abroad Program Act, invests in international exchange & helps prepare our youth for the interconnected world of tomorrow.

International students are essential to the exchange of ideas and intercultural understanding
They are at the heart of so many technological advances, research innovations, and successful start-up companies in this country. Their economic contributions are tremendous.

We are pleased by today’s SCOTUS decision. This is an important affirmation. We have more work to do as a nation in supporting international students. NAFSA

This morning heard Dr. ⁦⁦Aurora Vergara-Figueroa, Ph.D⁩ a fellow sociologist and Minister of Education for Columbia speak about the vision for education in Colombia. She is a champion for quality, equitable and inclusive education throughout Columbia. Inspiring and a visionary.

En reunión con Dr. Fanta Aw y US Embassy Bogota, compartimos las apuestas por los procesos de internacionalización y convalidaciones de la #EducaciónSuperior , así como buenas prácticas para agilizarlos. ¡Un paso más de la diplomacia pública comprometida con la educación!

Looking forward to engaging colleagues in a discussion about International Education, Affirmative Action, and Diversity Bans | NAFSA nafsa.org/events/interna…

Was fortunate to be far away for two full weeks of uninterrupted time in 30 years. Felt amazing and so grateful for the time and serenity.

Submit a session, poster, or workshop proposal for the NAFSA 2024 Annual Conference & Expo in New Orleans. Unite with international educators as we unite to foster resilience, renewal, and community. Share your bold ideas!
Submit a Proposal: nafsa.org/proposals
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Exciting news: the Sen. Paul Simon Study Abroad Program Act has been reintroduced in Congress! Urge your lawmakers to help ensure U.S. students are equipped with the global skills & knowledge they need—and the U.S. needs—to be competitive in today’s world. nafsa.quorum.us/campaign/49354/

NAFSA thanks Senator Dick Durbin, Senator Roger Wicker, Rep. Brad Schneider & Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick 🇺🇸 for their leadership in diversifying #StudyAbroad participation & destination by reintroducing the #SimonBill . bit.ly/3rj49W2

Spending time on the weekend with graduate students AU SOC for a documentary project on the diaspora at AU is pure joy. Cannot think of a better team than Ty and Pam Harris, Joy Moore and Larry Engel to work with. Go Eagles! Fly high.

In signing an MOA with ITA to promote the U.S. as a premier study destination, Dr. Fanta Aw said, we share an understanding of the many contributions #intlstudents make to the U.S. & are hopeful this will lead to gains in recruiting them. bit.ly/44fkwRZ #NAFSA2023

Breaking News: Donald Trump has been indicted in the classified documents case, the first time a former U.S. president has faced federal criminal charges. nyti.ms/3qCSAsm

The view on my 5 miles walk yesterday in downtown DC. Unfortunately, could not walk outside today with the very poor air quality.

The smoke -- making the Eastern U.S. look like California at the peak of fire season -- is not normal.
The air is compromised from Minneapolis to DC to Boston, and the worst from western NY to arround Ottawa. A thread... 1/

I have been to 45 NAFSA conferences starting in 1977. This was the most rewarding and most interesting with a whole lot of conversation, learning and fun. So my hats off to Dr. Fanta Aw and all the nafsa folks behind the scenes. Safe travels everyone.

Undoubtedly, #NAFSA23 has been an outstanding meeting. Thanks to the dedicated staff of NAFSA, the more than 10k members from around the world, and the great leadership of ⁦LaNitra M. Berger⁩ & ⁦Dr. Fanta Aw⁩, we had a truly unforgettable week. youtu.be/_OvHyjZ8k74

Hey, NAFSA’ns. If you are engaged in international education,supporting incoming generations of international educators is key. Time to contribute during the 75th Anniversary of NAFSA.
Just visit: donorbox.org/nafsa-75th-ann…
It is also an opportunity to honor your mentors. #NAFSA75