Diverse Dialogues: Exploring a Sense of Belonging at US Institutions

IELTS believes a community where international students are integrated into the learning process and social environment is beneficial for everyone. IELTS wants to know, what does an inclusive higher education organization look like, and how does an organization foster and grow a sense of belonging, which is vital for everyone invested in these efforts?  - - - - - - - - - - -One expert panelist will discuss the #YouAreWelcomeHere campaign, a message from U.S. higher education to international students around the world. Speakers from the International Association for College Admission Counseling (International ACAC) and NAFSA will discuss efforts to create more inclusive campuses and programs, meaningful cross-cultural experiences and communication and how they’ve instituted efforts to develop inclusive learning and social environments for international students, where all feel equally welcome and engaged. A student contributor will discuss their experience from an international student perspective. Additional topics include financial aid for international students, housing and cultural factors of international student life, innovative integration programs that have been successful, and where higher education institutions have more room to grow.   https://www.ielts.org/usa     https://www.bgpodcastnetwork.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.