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11/15/23 By: FHSU Foundation HAYS, Kan. – Encouragement from loved ones can sometimes be all one needs to take a leap of faith. Fort Hays State University alumnus Satya Sinha credits his family for urging him to explore the world beyond his hometown of Ranchi, India, and pursue a graduate degree in geology in the United States. More than 30 years after graduating from FHSU, Sinha has established an endowed scholarship honoring his family, whose support changed his life. When Sinha finished his undergraduate degree in India, he felt compelled to study abroad for his graduate studies. It was the…

BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — More Indiana University students studied abroad in the 2021-22 academic year than those from any other Big Ten university. IU Bloomington ranked second in the nation for midterm study abroad programs and fourth for the total number of students who studied abroad. For the 2021-22 academic year, 2,498 IU Bloomington students studied abroad in more than 60 countries. Photo courtesy of the Office of the Vice President for International Affairs The study abroad rankings of more than 759 U.S. institutions are part of the 2023 Open Doors Report on International Education Exchange, which is the only longstanding…

IDP Philippines opened its new office on November 15, 2023, in Quezon City. The IDP Quezon City Office provides IDP’s free study abroad services and houses their newest International English Language Testing System (IELTS) test center. With the opening of the IDP Quezon City Office, face-to-face counseling, study abroad student services, and the world’s leading high-stakes English language proficiency test have now become more accessible for Filipinos living in the northern part of the National Capital Region and nearby provinces in Luzon. An Australian listed company, IDP operates in more than 80 countries around the world, empowering people to achieve…

25 Last Updated on November 14, 2023 by AIFS Abroad If you study abroad or intern in Ireland, you’ll have ample time to take in the country’s natural, hauntingly beautiful sights and scenery. While you do so, you might have a stray thought like, “I feel like I’ve seen this before?” You’re not hallucinating, you likely have seen one of the breathtaking landmarks in Ireland as filming locations for your favorite TV shows or movies.  Some of the most iconic fantasy and sci-fi franchises feature Ireland’s stunning landscapes, likely because when you’re there you feel like you’re in another world.…

The decision to study abroad is akin to taking a leap into a vast sea of cultural experiences, academic enrichment, and personal growth. Every year, thousands of students pack their bags and embark on this transformative journey, seeking knowledge and experiences that extend far beyond the confines of their home universities. The allure of foreign institutions, diverse peer groups, and the opportunity to immerse oneself in a new culture makes studying abroad an increasingly popular choice among ambitious students. However, as exhilarating as the prospect might sound, it comes with its set of challenges. Adjusting to a new academic environment,…

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) recently announced that certain applicants who have filed for a renewal of Employment Authorization qualify for an automatic 180-day extension. In other words, noncitizens who have already filed to renew their Employment Authorization Document (EAD) will automatically get 180 more days added to their expiring EAD. This policy change allows noncitizens to continue to work while their EAD renewal application is pending, even if their current EAD expired.  To be eligible for the automatic extension, you must: Be a noncitizen in the U.S. Have timely filed Form I-765 to renew your EAD.  Be within…

19 Last Updated on November 14, 2023 by AIFS Abroad Have you always wanted to explore Ireland? AIFS Abroad offers study abroad and international internship programs in cities like Dublin, Galway, Limerick and Maynooth. If you’re going to live and learn in Ireland, though, you might as well know a few facts about it. The Emerland Isle has a rich and complex history, and you’ll learn all about it while you’re there. But before you jet off, here are some quick fun facts about Ireland: 1. St. Patrick Wasn’t Irish Yup, the guy whose holiday is synonymous with being Irish……

48 The world of work is changing rapidly, and recent events at The New York Times have brought this transformation into sharp focus. Tech workers at the renowned publication recently staged a half-day strike to protest against return-to-office rules. This incident highlights the importance of flexible work arrangements and the complexities of the modern workplace.  Strike: A look at the future of work The New York Times’ IT workers’ strike is not an unusual instance. Employees are increasingly calling for greater autonomy and flexibility in their work arrangements. Following the company’s implementation of a forced return-to-work policy that required them…

The Andrews Osborne boys soccer side poses with its 2023 Division III state championship Nov. 11 following a 2-1 win over Worthington Christian in Columbus. (Chris Lillstrung – The News-Herald) When you wade into water off a beach, part of the challenge to stay in control isn’t just the waves above water. It’s also the undercurrent that permeates. Undercurrent is something for which one should be prepared — in water, as well as in life. Anyone involved in high school soccer could sense this undercurrent permeating from a mile away. Andrews Osborne embarked on an unbeaten Division III boys soccer state…

Kitchener, Ontario, Canada, Nov. 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ApplyBoard, the leading international student mobility technology platform, has released its third annual trends report, intended to help stakeholders in international education navigate the increasingly competitive sector landscape. The report, Alignment for Student and Institution Success: Top Trends in International Education for 2024 and Beyond, leverages extensive industry data, proprietary ApplyBoard intelligence, exclusive surveys, and candid student interviews to uncover the trends most likely to impact student mobility in the coming years.  Demand for international education is at an all-time high. In each of Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom,…