1. How to Deal With the Challenge of A Large Group of Foreign Students from One Single Country on Campus Presenter: Mike Zhang, Director of Int’l Evaluations & Articulations Johnson & Wales University Facilitator: Hue Haslim, Sr. Director of University Services & Registrar Western International University April 16, 2013 5:00 P.M.

2. AACRAO San Francisco 2013 Session ID: ### Session Rules of Etiquette Please turn off your cell phone/pager If you must leave the session early, please do so as discreetly as possible Please avoid side conversation during the session Please complete the session evaluation Thank you for your participation and cooperation!

3. AACRAO San Francisco 2013 Session ID: ### Introduction With the rapidly increasing enrollment of Chinese students throughout the U.S. higher education institutions in recent years, this great trend presents a tough challenge on many of our campuses. This session will discuss the ways how to deal with the various issues relating to a large group of foreign students from one single country on our campuses. This is a platform for us to share our experiences in respective institutions and to explore the possible solutions creatively and collectively.

4. AACRAO San Francisco 2013 Session ID: ### Learning Outcomes of this session: To share the experiences To draw the awareness To explore the possible ways or solutions To learn insights and/or valuable lessons To discuss about institutional network/synergy

5. Benefits of Int’l Students on Campus Economic Impact Enrollment Goals Cultural Diversity & Global Perspective Driving Force for the Commitment to Excellence Globalization

6. AACRAO San Francisco 2013 Session ID: ### NAFSA Open Door Report Foreign Students & Dependents’ Contribution to the U.S. Economy 2011-2012 Academic Year: $21.81 Billion 2010-2011 Academic Year: $20.23 Billion

7. NAFSA Open Door Report Foreign Students & Dependents’ contributions to the State of Rhode Island 2011-2012 Academic Year: $191,238,000 2010-2011 Academic Year: $174,801,000

8. Trend of Enrolment of Chinese Students in the U.S. 2002/20032011/2012 India 12% IncreaseChina 23% Increase China 2% IncreaseIndia -4% Increase (WES: 2013) Total Chinese Students in US 2002/20032011/2012 64,757 194,029 (IIE: 2012)

9. AACRAO San Francisco 2013 Session ID: ### Snapshot of Foreign Students in Higher Ed. In the State of Rhode Island: 2011-2012 JWU:2,093 New England Tech:94 Brown U:1,446 PC:66 RISD:500 Salve Regina U:35 URI:414 RIC:30 Bryant U:247 CCRI:13 Roger Williams U:116 JWU: $64.5 Million (NAFSA Open Door Report)

10. AACRAO San Francisco 2013 Session ID: ### Opportunity Enrollment Increase Name Recognition Worldwide Dynamics of Cultural Diversity on Campus Academic Excellence & Development Promoting Mutual Learning & Understanding

11. AACRAO San Francisco 2013 Session ID: ### Challenge Language Barrier/ESL Programs Cultural Shock/Orientation & Training Academic Learning/Teaching Approach Financial Assistance/Scholarship American Life Experience/Positive Learning

12. Possible Ways to Cope with the Challenge Creative Solutions to Deal with Issues NOT ALL CHINESE STUDENTS ARE THE SAME Geographical Locations Socio-Economical Variables Family & Age-Specific Environmental Background Academic/Learning Methodologies/Standards Cultural/Traditional/Philosophical Differences

13. Possible Ways to Cope with the Challenge Creative Solutions to Deal with Issues Orientations and Mini-Orientations/Cultural Tips Friendly Well-Trained Faculty/Staff with Global Perspective Friendship Family & Community Involvement Established Action Plan, Rules, and Procedures Proactive Measures to Handle Academic/Learning Challenges Holistic Approach to Create the Opportunity for the Success Academic Mentor/Int’l Advisor/Life Coach/Campus Friends

14. To Commit to Excellence & Success of Foreign Students with Collective Wisdom and Efforts It Takes A Whole Village to Serve Our Students Institutional Networking & Resource Sharing Continuous Improvement & Constant Learning Synergy Creation Consortium & Mutual Benefits Creation of Environment for Foreign Students’ Succeed Sense of Community & Achievement Understanding Issues and Handling Them with Due Diligence

15. Questions? Let’s Find Answers and Explore the Solutions! Thank You for Your Time & Participation!

16. AACRAO San Francisco 2013 Session ID: ### Thank You! Mike Zhang Johnson & Wales University Mike.zhang@jwu.edu Please complete the session evaluation form using the AACRAO Mobile App. or the paper form provided in your conference bag.