2024 International Education Week
AASCU’s International Education Week is a collaborative initiative between AASCU, its members and partners, in an effort to highlight and promote programs that prepare students for a global environment.
Explore global opportunities and partnerships.
Join us for 2024 AASCU International Education Week from November 18-22, where we will explore opportunities to cultivate global citizenship through innovative partnerships, international student mobility, and cross-cultural collaboration. This year’s sessions will highlight key initiatives spanning from France to India, tackling pressing global challenges like polarization and civic identity. Learn from leaders and experts on how to empower students and educators alike, enhancing global learning and fostering an inclusive, civic-minded academic environment. Expand your institution’s international reach and strengthen your community’s commitment to diversity and global engagement.
Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2024
11 a.m–12 p.m. ET
Official Launch of Generation 250: A Franco-American Initiative
Join AASCU, the U.S. Embassy in France, and MICEFA for the launch of Generation 250—a groundbreaking initiative offering 250 French students scholarships to study in the U.S. starting in Fall 2026. Learn about the program’s calendar, scholarship details, and how this initiative fosters deeper cultural and academic ties between our nations.
About Generation 250: Generation 250 is a visionary scholarship program, initiated by the U.S. Embassy in France, in celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States. Through this program, 250 French undergraduate students will receive scholarships to study at American institutions for a semester beginning in Fall 2026. Announced by U.S. President Joseph R. Biden and French President Emmanuel Macron, this initiative reflects the enduring friendship between our nations and aims to foster deeper mutual understanding by offering French students a diverse and immersive American academic and cultural experience. Join us to learn more about how this program will shape the next generation of global leaders.
Who Should Attend?
- University leaders and administrators seeking to enhance global partnerships and diversity
- International education coordinators and advisors interested in hosting French students
- Scholarship and financial aid officers involved in international programs
- Faculty and staff dedicated to fostering Franco-American educational and cultural exchanges
Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024
1–2 p.m. ET
Combating Factionalism: Guiding Students to Reflect on Their Civic Identity and Habits in Global Contexts
As factionalism and societal tensions rise both in the U.S. and abroad, the impact on students participating in global learning opportunities—whether through education abroad, virtual exchanges, or international student programs—is profound. While some students grapple with issues like polarization, inequity, marginalization, climate change, and authoritarianism in isolation, others may react more openly, intensifying divisions. Both types of responses can perpetuate factionalism instead of fostering inclusion and understanding.
In this session, we will explore the crucial role of global and international educators in mentoring students to navigate these complex experiences. By expanding beyond the intercultural lens, we will address the importance of guiding students to reflect on the civic dimensions of their global learning experiences. Participants will engage with strategies to support students in turning these challenges into thoughtful, situationally appropriate actions that foster both civic engagement and intercultural understanding.
Who Should Attend?
- International education and study abroad professionals interested in fostering civic engagement
- Faculty and administrators involved in global learning initiatives
- Student affairs professionals seeking to support students in addressing polarization and factionalism
- Educators looking to enhance intercultural and civic development in their students
Thursday, Nov. 21, 2024
11 a.m–12 p.m. ET
India-US Higher Education Collaboration: Initiatives and Opportunities
Join us for an insightful session featuring representatives from the Embassy of India as they provide key updates on collaborative initiatives between the U.S. and India, focusing on partnerships through government agencies, organizations, and higher education institutions. The session will offer a dynamic discussion on the growing opportunities for student mobility, faculty research, and institutional collaboration, enriched by the perspectives of education policy leaders.
As India advances its National Education Policy, U.S. institutions have seen an increase in the number of Indian students on their campuses. Navigating partnerships with Indian institutions and effectively recruiting high-quality students remain key challenges for many U.S. universities. This session will address these challenges head-on, with invited speakers from American institutions with hands-on experience working with Indian students and building institutional partnerships.
In addition, the session will feature an interactive dialogue, allowing attendees to explore potential collaboration opportunities between Indian and U.S. institutions.
Who Should Attend?
- Educators, administrators, and stakeholders interested in developing partnerships and collaborations between Indian and US institutions
- Those seeking insights into strategies and policies affecting educational collaboration between India and the US
Sohail
Agboatwala
Senior Vice Chancellor for Students Services and Administration
Troy University (AL)
Katherine
Frank
Chancellor
University of Wisconsin-Stout
Archana
Thakur
Joint Secretary
University Grants Commission
Aditi
Walunj
First Secretary (Culture, Education, Science & Technology)
Embassy of India
International Education Week Partners
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