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[Provisional translation] On April 12, commencing at 3:15 p.m. local time (local time; 4:15 a.m. on April 13, Japan Time) for approximately 30 minutes, Mr. KISHIDA Fumio, Prime Minister of Japan, and Mrs. KISHIDA Yuko, the spouse of the Prime Minister of Japan, who are visiting the State of North Carolina, United States of America, held talks with Japanese students studying abroad at Nagoya University Global Campus at North Carolina State University. An overview is as follows.1. Prime Minister Kishida received a briefing from President Naoshi Sugiyama of Nagoya University on Nagoya University Global Campus at North Carolina State University.2.…

The year was 1995, but I remember the anxiety I felt like it was yesterday. It was my second year at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and I found myself looking around at what some of my best friends were studying: engineering, chemistry, accounting, physics. I wondered, how will I find a good job with a generic management/marketing degree? So I started thinking about what I could do that would give me some more experience and hopefully, more marketability to get hired after graduation. The North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) had just gone into effect the year before, and I…

Embarking on a higher educational journey marks a pivotal and exciting milestone for any student. The aspiration to expand academic horizons, develop an international outlook, cultivate cultural intelligence, and build global careers are some factors influencing global student mobility. According to the latest reports, around 1.3 million Indian students were studying abroad in 2023. As students set out on a thrilling journey, meticulous planning and preparation become essential. One crucial step for students in this journey is familiarising themselves with the intake seasons of universities across their target destinations. Unlike a centralised system, universities worldwide operate on individual schedules. Some…

94 In a time when AI and human cooperation are becoming more and more entwined, real-time workforce data utilization in coaching and sales has become a crucial topic of conversation. We explore how this creative approach is changing coaching, sales performance, and customer engagement techniques with insights from Jim Iyoob, Chief Customer Officer at Etech Global Services, and Liam Martin, Co-Founder and Chief Innovation Officer of Time Doctor. Harnessing real-time data analysis Real-time data analysis stands at the forefront of transforming workplace dynamics, especially in coaching and sales sectors. This approach involves analyzing data as it is generated, providing immediate…

The Pitzer College Council voted 48:19 to close Pitzer’s study abroad program with the University of Haifa, a motion that Pitzer President Strom Thacker announced he would veto. (Annabelle Ink • The Student Life) On Thursday, April 11, the Pitzer College Council voted to pass Resolution 60-R-5 to permanently close the college’s study abroad program with the University of Haifa, removing it as a pre-approved program and preventing the college from opening any new programs with other Israeli universities. The resolution passed 48:19 with no abstentions, although Pitzer President Strom C. Thacker announced during the discussion period before the vote…

97 To improve things in the modern business environment, it’s important to understand what motivates and keeps employees. Companies can’t say enough about how important it is to have employees who are driven and dedicated to the business’s success, especially when it comes to new ideas and competition. This blog post discusses why employee engagement is important, how it affects retention, and gives businesses useful tips for making their staff loyal and helpful. Table of Contents What is employee engagement and retention? Employee engagement refers to the emotional investment an employee has in their company and its objectives, which can…

Well, it seems as if my time abroad has finally started to run out, and so has my time with this column. Classes at The University of Edinburgh ended last week, and now we have a month off to study before exams. The daffodils are blooming all around the city and sometimes the sun manages to peek through the clouds. Edinburgh is slowly inching its way toward summer, and for me, that means a return to the United States. I’ve written a lot this past year on all there is to do while you’re abroad. As my own experience draws…

86 More than merely a tactical objective, employee retention is an indicator of a vibrant workplace culture that cherishes its constituents. Leading business executives and academics have long understood that treating staff members well has a direct impact on their loyalty, contentment, and output. 10 employee retention quotes from reputable people in a range of fields are collected in this blog article. These observations not only inspire but also offer practical guidance to anyone trying to develop a devoted and enthusiastic staff. 1. Stephen R. Covey “Always treat your employees exactly as you want them to treat your best customers.”…

A ‘free mover’ refers to a student who chooses to study abroad outside of an official university partnership or bilateral exchange program such as Erasmus, Fulbright or Nordplus, which can be highly competitive and inaccessible due to high costs, said providers.   “We wanted to make ‘free mover’ mobility – which used to be the most challenging and most unpredictable way to go abroad – the easiest and most secure way to do it, even better than through a home university’s own network where you are competing with so many students,” said Harri Suominen, founder of Asia Exchange study abroad…

83 It is more important than ever to comprehend the complexities around employee retention at a time when talent is the key to corporate success. In this endeavor, an employee retention survey proves to be an effective instrument, providing valuable perspectives into the thoughts and emotions of your staff. However, a regular procedure can become a strategic advantage by knowing what questions to ask and how to respond to the answers. Table of Contents The power of employee retention survey Employee retention surveys are more than just questionnaires. They are a direct line of communication with your staff, offering them…