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1 What You Need to Succeed The NAFSA Education Abroad Knowledge Community

2 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

3 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

4 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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7 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

8 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

9 –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

10 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

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12  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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14 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

15 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

16 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

17 –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…

18 NAFSA offers rewarding opportunities to grow and develop while collaborating with inspirational colleagues who share your passion for international education. Consider… Leadership in NAFSA

19 –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

20 Slide content will be specific for each region here. Regional Highlights

21 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

22 Slide content will be specific for each region here. Get Involved!

23 Slide content will be specific for each region here. Examples of what you can do!

24 Slide content will be specific for each region here. Questions, Comments or Concerns


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