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27 Amazon, a prominent corporate entity in the United States, has been garnering attention for its endeavors to encourage employees to return to the physical office. In a significant move, the company is authorizing supervisors to dismiss employees who oppose its return-to-office directive. This article will delve into this recent development and its implications for Amazon’s workforce. Amazon’s return-to-office directive Amazon has clearly communicated its requirement for employees to be present in the office for a minimum of three days per week. This directive was initially revealed in February, with a strong emphasis on the value of in-person collaboration for…
Korean and Chinese flags / YonhapBy Kim Hyun-binKorea and China are simplifying their official document certification process, with the latter implementing the Apostille Convention, Tuesday.The cumbersome two-step verification process is being replaced by a more straightforward single-step procedure. This development comes as China officially implements the Apostille Convention, to which it acceded in March this year.The Apostille Convention, officially the Convention Abolishing the Requirement of Legalization for Foreign Public Documents, was first enacted in 1965. In Korea, it has been in effect since July 2007. This international agreement simplifies the certification process for foreign public documents.The primary distinction between the…
4.1K Thanks to its solid reputation as an outsourcing destination, the Philippines is home to some of the biggest names in the business process outsourcing industry, like Accenture and IBM. The BPO companies in the Philippines serve clients in different business verticals like IT (Information Technology), energy, finance, accounting, real estate, etc. However, you might feel a little confused with the sheer number of outsourcing choices available in the Philippines. Don’t worry. In this article, we’ll highlight the eleven best companies in the Philippines BPO industry to help you find the best one for your needs. We’ll also go over…
Maryknoll High School sophomore Alex Krupitsky left Honolulu in August to study abroad in Israel. About six weeks into his fall semester, Alex was forced to cut his trip short due to the Israel-Hamas war.”The first time when I heard the attack was some bombing sounds and the air raid sirens. So, of course, I was a bit, you know, scared. But after that, I wasn’t really worried because I knew Alexander Muss High School would do what they could to protect us,” he said.The school is located north of Tel Aviv, in what Alex’s father said is a relatively…
7 Last Updated on November 6, 2023 by AIFS Abroad Ah, packing — that mix of excitement and frustration we all know too well! Let’s face it, most of us end up packing at the eleventh hour and then proceed to play a game of packing Tetris. But don’t worry! Based on decades of helping young people on their travel journeys, we’ve compiled a list of ways to help you pack for your internship abroad. Here’s some practical advice to simplify the process and ensure you’re all set to pack for your internship abroad. 1. Create a list early. It’s a good…
The Office of the Provost’s Global Affairs unit hosted the University’s annual Global Week Oct. 28 to Nov. 3, in collaboration with schools and organizations across Grounds. Students and other University members were invited to participate in 27 different events that spanned the weekend. The Week is a celebration of the United States Department of State and the United States Department of Education’s International Education Week, a joint initiative aimed at educating Americans about global cultures and encouraging international students to share their experiences. U.Va. Global, an office dedicated to student and faculty international experiences hosted many unique Global Week…
The current mobility trends point to a substantial increase in the number of Indian students enrolling in foreign universities. The Ministry of External affairs data indicates 13,00,000 Indian students went on to study in 79 countries in 2022. The number is likely to rise in 2023 with easier options of education loans and university outreach programmes. Not surprisingly, students are willing to explore the unconventional destinations. What is more, lucrative scholarships, affordable course fees, cutting-edge curriculum, flexible visa rules, twinning programmes and diverse job opportunities are proving to be the added attractions. Despite the lure of overseas exposure, students should…
No fewer than 56 African scholars from five countries have benefited from the 2023 edition of Michael Taiwo postgraduate scholarship programme to study abroad. According to a statement signed by Michael Taiwo Scholarship Press Secretary, Nneka Nwogwugwu, yesterday, the programme’s application process commenced on June 26, 2023, and ended on July 6, 2023, with a total of 8,830 applicants from five different countries. Founder of the programme, Dr. Michael Taiwo, an American-based Chemical Engineer, said the programme was launched to mitigate the plights of scholars accessing institutions abroad. He said: “When I reflect on my career from primary school through…
(Contributed/bruinlife.com) This year, the Education Abroad Department debuted its new student-led Study Abroad Ambassador Program. The ambassadors hope to have a positive impact on campus with their efforts. Finn Shirley, a Study Abroad Ambassador Program member, looks forward to shaping the program and bringing new groups of students to education abroad. Photo of Finn Shirley. (Contributed/Finn Shirley) Shirley shared that the main goal of the program is, “to encourage students from backgrounds and majors to study abroad.” The Ambassadors work and engage with students to…
Lawyer and economist Larry Bacow, 72, left the presidency of Harvard University last June, during a time of turbulence. His mandate — from 2018 until 2023 — was filled with obstacles. He dealt with the pandemic management, the end of affirmative action and the revelation of a bribery scandal in the university admissions process.The son of Jewish emigrants, Bacow — who was previously the president of Tufts University (2001-2011) and a professor at MIT for 24 years — avoids speaking up about Israel’s bombings. However, with great emotion, he remembers his efforts to ensure that a Palestinian student deported from…