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Advancing Education for the Workforce: A New Partnership Between IIE and Alcoa
Are we preparing today’s youth to be successful in the workplace? I think that is a question that we as educators should be constantly asking ourselves. Getting a good (and hopefully international) education is not enough. We need to make sure that today’s youth are getting the skills and experience to create their own futures and be successful globally. This is one of the reasons I am so proud that IIE is partnering with the Alcoa Foundation to manage their 125th anniversary initiative to support internships for youth from around the Globe.
What’s New With the IIE HER Program: Summer Leadership and Skills Building
This summer has been a busy but exciting one for the girls in IIE’s Higher Education Readiness (HER) program. IIE has focused on working with the girls on leadership and life skills development and English language training.
The Next Big Thing in International Education Is…
According to the London-based investment bank IBIS Capital, the global education market is now worth $4.4 trillion. And the latest numbers from OECD suggest that approximately 4.3 million students are now studying outside their home country. What does this mean for international education and how will it affect IIE's work?
Kicking off the HER Summer Leadership Train the Trainer Sessions
The HER scholarship recipients have been busy this past month with a summer full of English language and leadership development trainings. IIE was excited to get so much interest from local professionals to be trainers in the leadership development skill building sessions. In order to make sure that all the professionals were leading similar sessions and addressing all topics required, IIE held several “train the trainer” this past June at our Addis Ababa office.
Education Abroad: Moving Out of the Classroom and Into the Real World
More and more US students are seeking out short-term jobs, internships, and volunteer work overseas, and with good reason.Overseas employment and volunteering has big appeal. Working in another country gets students out of the classroom and into the community.
Find Your Passion, Find Your Impact
With more than 1850 women applying for 78 TechWomen spots, it’s clear we need to think how we can expand opportunities for women in technology around the world to meet, connect and inspire each other. That is a major priority for our Center for Women’s Leadership Initiatives in the coming year.
Letter En Route to Erbil
Dr. Allan E. Goodman reflects on his experience getting to know fellow passengers on a plane to Iraq.
Engaging in Open Discussion: Reflections on the EducationUSA Forum
The fourth annual EducationUSA Forum was attended by 600 people from the U.S. higher education and educational advising communities.