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WILLIAMSBURG — Undergraduate student participation in study abroad programs at William & Mary ranks first in the nation among public colleges and universities. The Open Doors Report on International Education Exchange, released recently by the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Education and Culture Affairs and the Institute of International Education, also cited William & Mary as seventh nationally among public and private doctoral-granting universities. “While the rankings are no doubt significant, William & Mary remains among the national leaders in study abroad in terms of the quality of the experience as well as the number of participants,” Teresa Longo,…
The Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024 include 1,904 universities across 108 countries and regions. Subscribe to Notifications Study Abroad: Who does not wish to study abroad? Studying abroad can be an incredibly enriching experience for many reasons. You can build connections with people from diverse backgrounds for professional networks. Some universities abroad are renowned for their programs and courses, offering cutting-edge education in multiple fields. If you’re an Indian student considering studying in Australia, this article is a must-read for you. The Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024 include 1,904 universities across 108 countries and regions. In…
This is the 47th instalment of Diaspora Diaries, a regular series in Nepali Times with stories of Nepalis living and working abroad.When I first went overseas in 2005 as a kitchen help to Bahrain, I had just one goal: to save Rs200,000 so I could return to Nepal and start a small business like a cold store. Nearly 20 years later, I am still overseas. The years have just flown by. When I had first started applying to migrate for work, I got rejected in many interviews because of my poor English. I was close to giving up, but instead enrolled…
Studying abroad sounds like a daunting thing. Who doesn’t want to pursue their degree from the top universities of the world? However, no matter how amazing it sounds, the process to get admitted to these universities is a long one. It can get overwhelming if you aren’t aware of what to do. To clear up your confusion, here are some entrance exams that are mandatory to write to get into foreign universities. 1. Graduate Record Examination (GRE) One of the most common entrance exams that a student has to take is the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). This test is given…
She was found hanging in the home in the morning, police said (Representational)Alappuzha, Kerala: A doctor allegedly ended her life by hanging in her home in Kayamkulam here after hearing of the demise of her elder son who was studying abroad, police said on Friday.Dr Mehrunnissa (48) was serving as an ENT specialist at the government district hospital in Mavelikkara in Alappuzha.According to police, the doctor was depressed and deeply saddened after coming to know of the death of her elder son who had met with an accident in Canada recently.”She was found hanging in the home in the morning.…
University College London (UCL) has introduced a fresh scholarship initiative aiming to facilitate 100 of India’s most talented students to pursue studies in the UK, alongside launching its inaugural Summer School for pre-university students in the country. UCL, a prominent UK university, unveiled its India Excellence Scholarships designed to assist exceptional Indian students with a remarkable academic background in pursuing full-time Master’s degree programs at the institution.For the upcoming 2024-25 academic session, 33 scholarships will be granted to outstanding students who have either attained or are progressing toward a first-class degree, as reported by PTI. An additional 67 scholarships will…
For years, whenever sommelier Nico Lento would travel abroad he’d hand-carry bottles of natural wine back home to Bali to drink with friends. The south side of the island—one of the more populous in Indonesia’s extensive archipelago—has long been known as a tourist drinking destination. But that beverage scene long skewed more toward heavy Bintang beers than cloudy, crushable wines. As a country with notoriously high alcohol tax and tough import laws, it’s not so surprising. But Lento, his friends and colleagues have made it their mission to change that. These days, low-intervention wine fans can pick and choose from…
An International education company, Laprinxo Consult, has said collaboration with stakeholders is one of the solutions to challenges in the international education industry in Africa. Speaking in an interview with The PUNCH, Programme Coordinator, The InterNational Education Africa Summit and Awards, Louis Adekola, explained that it was important for practitioners and stakeholders within the international education industry in Africa to constantly come together to learn from one another, share best practices, network, collaborate beyond borders, celebrate excellence, and get inspired for better accomplishments. He said, “As this industry continues to grow, so also are some challenges attached to this market…
MOREHEAD Foreign language programs are facing massive cuts across the country, condensing departments that emphasize the arts and humanities. Morehead State University is no different. Colleges have started putting more focus towards STEM-related majors, and as a result, many students are faced with shrinking programs or the complete removal of their major. Foreign language programs are the most affected. “I think it’s a tragedy,” said Dr. Sylvia Henneberg, the interim dean of the Caudill College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences. “The humanities are taking a really big hit at the moment for any number of reasons.” Morehead State’s foreign language opportunities continue…
When applying for a visa or a green card, sometimes it can take longer than the processing times recommended by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). Many people do not know that they can contact their congressional representative to speed up their visa processing time. Members of Congress usually have one or more staffers liaising with the federal agencies that are responsible for immigration processing and enforcement, including USCIS, US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), and the US Department of State (DOS). Although they cannot force the agencies to make a particular decision or reverse a denial, they can put…