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Contact: Harriet Laird STARKVILLE, Miss.—Mississippi State continues to open more pathways for study abroad as a recent recipient of an international grant giving students an opportunity for their first passport and overseas travel. Beginning this fall, MSU’s International Institute will expand its study abroad program by offering qualified students their first passport to see the world. (Submitted photo by Brennan Byrne) MSU’s International Institute will provide up to 25 students—whose circumstances previously hindered experience with study abroad—with advising and support for education in other countries through the American Passport Project. The initiative is part of the Institute of International Education…
Embarking on international expansion is a significant step for any business, marked by challenges and opportunities alike. This narrative outlines the journey of a Canadian company, specializing in greenhouse kits, as it ventured into the U.S. market by establishing a subsidiary in Florida. This story is not only about business expansion but also a testament to the strategic use of the E-2 Treaty Investor Visa. Setting the Scene: A Canadian Entrepreneur’s Vision A Canadian entrepreneur, recognizing the potential for their high-end commercial and residential greenhouse kits in the U.S., decided to bring their products to the American market. With a…
75 In the dynamic modern labor market, retaining top talent is both more difficult and crucial than ever. Given this, retention bonus turn into a tactical tool that businesses may use to keep their most important employees engaged and motivated. This comprehensive guide examines the principles of retention bonus, including its benefits, practical implementation strategies, and mode of operation. What is a retention bonus? A one-time lump sum payment known as a retention bonus is made to an employee on the condition that they remain with the company for a specific amount of time. When a project or critical business…
Posted on Thursday, April 11, 2024 by Polk Newsroom The Institute of International Education (IIE) has selected Polk State College to receive an IIE American Passport Project grant that will enable up to 25 Polk State students to obtain their first U.S. passports and open the pathway to study abroad. In its fourth year, IIE awarded 51 institutions in the IIENetwork, the largest cohort to date.A key program under the IIE Center for Access and Equity, the American Passport Project represents IIE’s commitment to creating access to international education opportunities and enabling equity by removing a financial barrier, thereby increasing…
47 Finding and developing high-potential employees (HiPos) has become critical for businesses hoping to maintain growth and competitiveness in the fast-paced world of modern business. In addition to being top achievers, high-potential employees are those who possess the skills, drive, and dedication necessary to succeed in leadership roles within a business. HiPos have the ability to advance and assume higher capacity responsibilities, which makes them great assets for future leadership and organizational success. This is in contrast to high performers who thrive in their current roles. Defining high-potential employees High-potential employees differ from their colleagues due to a special combination…
The Graduate Immigration Route (GIR) was introduced on July 1st, 2021, allowing all international students in the UK enrolling after July 2021 to remain in the UK for two years upon completing their course. The GIR, formerly known as the post-study work visa, was initially introduced in 2007 before being discontinued on April 6, 2012. It was then reintroduced in 2021 under the name GIR. However, within just 3 years of its reintroduction, the UK government has ordered a review for multiple factors. First, let us understand why GIR is so important to Indian students. India is a highly price-sensitive market, which means that most students rely on…
A representative body for providers of semester and summer-abroad education programmes has called on Patrick O’Donovan, the new Minister for Higher Education, to push through new laws ensuring the duration of student accommodation leases next year are confined to the academic year.The Association of Study Abroad Providers Ireland (Asapi), an umbrella group representing some 30 organisations, welcomed the Government’s commitment to introducing the legislation before the summer recess.However, it said a move by private student landlords to increase lease lengths offered to students represents an “existential threat” to the €220 million-a-year sector, which employs around 350 people directly.It said also…
New research underlines the extent to which international students look closely at work opportunities and immigration policy in general when comparing potential destinations for study abroad. By extension, the research suggests:AECC survey goes out to students in top student markets around the worldOverseas education consultancy AECC conducted a survey in March 2024 of more than 8,300 prospective students in 124 countries (but was not widely distributed in China). The most represented nationalities were:The survey found that more than half of surveyed students were interested in working in their host country after studying (56%), while a smaller proportion (28%) hoped to…
Those attending a Seton Hall men’s basketball game during spring break were treated to a taste of this semester’s Catholic Studies study abroad trip to Italy — Foundations of Christian Culture — as the celebrated Flag Man, Joseph Mosco, proudly ran with the Seton Hall flag not at the Rock, but at the Temple of Concordia at the Valley of Temples in Sicily. A video of Seton Hall’s visit to this amazing site was streamed at the game. “Since this brief but exciting view of Catholic Studies’ study abroad program, many Setonians have been curious about study abroad opportunities at…
13 It is more important than ever to retain top talent in the fast-paced environment of modern business. Businesses are becoming more and more aware of the high costs of staff turnover, which include not just financial losses but also decreased morale, reduced productivity, and deterioration of company culture. Using employee retention software strategically is one of the creative solutions needed to address this difficulty. This blog post explores how these technology tools are transforming the way in which firms handle employee retention. It provides a thorough overview of the functions, characteristics, and best practices of employee retention software. Understanding…