This book provides readers with a unique opportunity to  walk a mile in the shoes  of an international student. It also highlights the importance of a strong support system for students in both the curricular and co-curricular settings and offers insights to international educators and university administrators into creating a welcoming environment that fosters international understanding and cross-cultural awareness on campus. Edited by Ravichandran Ammigan Published : March 2021, STAR Scholars  Digital copies | Print copies available

Based on their personal experiences spanning various facets of the international student life cycle in the U.S., the authors of the book “ Navigating the ‘American Dream’ ” recognized the pressing need for a resource that goes beyond and above, offering comprehensive information, resources, and practical tips. Unlike existing publications, this book is a trailblazer, covering the entire spectrum of international students’ educational journey in the U.S., providing essential insights, resources, and strategies to address students’ diverse needs. Authors Bo Zhang University of Hartford, USA Emmah Muema University of Nebraska-Lincoln, USA Shenhaye Ferguson University of Denver, USA Rachel Kamnkhwani University of Denver, USA Luke Parker University of Kansas, USA Candice Peters Appalachian State University, USA Order digital copies | Kindle eBook | Print Copies

This volume investigates how international students in and from the Middle East are constructed by nations, institutions, other students, and themselves. Making a valuable contribution to understanding the nuances and complexities of educational politics and priorities affecting these constructions, the text considers the broader impacts of discourse on internationalisation. Offering a unique combination of critical analysis of educational policies combined with empirical contributions through authors’ own research, chapters highlight intersections between politics, the internationalisation of higher education, and the construction of mobile learners. Emphasising variation and nuance in the internationalisation of policies in the Gulf Cooperation Countries, and other Middle Eastern countries, the volume offers a theoretical framework to help understand the political, educational, and ethical implications of emerging constructions of international students and their comparison across the Middle East. This timely volume will benefit researchers, academics, and educators with an interest in higher education, international and comparative education, as well as the Middle East more specifically. Those involved with educational education policy and politics, specifically related to the Middle East, will also benefit from this volume. Paperback | Hardback | eBook

Published by Routledge, this volume documents the experiences of international students and recent international initiatives at US community colleges to better understand how to support and nurture students’ potential. Offering a range of case studies, empirical and conceptual chapters, the collection showcases the unique curricula and diverse opportunities for career development that colleges can offer international students. International Students at US Community Colleges addresses issues of student access, enrolment barriers, college choice, and challenges relating to integration in academic and professional networks. Ultimately, the book unpacks institutional factors which inhibit or promote the success of international students at US community colleges to inform faculty, student affairs, administration, and institutional policy. With international students’ declining enrollment, this book considers the measures being taken by community college officials to bring continued access and equity to international students. Offering insights from a range of international scholars as well as on-the-ground case studies, this text will benefit researchers, academics, and educators with an interest in multicultural education, international and comparative education, and higher education management. Those specifically interested in educational policy and the sociology of education will also benefit from this book. Paperback | Hardcover | eBook

This book offers a comprehensive examination of the experiences of international students as they navigate the complexities of studying and living in a foreign country while pursuing their graduate studies. It delves into the challenges faced by these students, including cultural differences, language barriers, and the impact of COVID-19, and provides insights into how these challenges can be overcome. Through a range of narratives and empirical studies, the book offers a deeper understanding of the socialization experiences of international graduate students, their advising relationships, career employability challenges, and their resilience in the face of adversity. Oder Hardcopies Here | Digital Copies Here

This book presents students’ reflections on their intercultural student experiences, and utilizing the UNESCO Story Circle methodology, illustrates how such reflection can aid the development of intercultural competence (IC). The volume features a broad range of first-person narratives that showcase the diversity of student experience encountered whilst studying abroad in a variety of cultural and institutional settings. Engaging with issues in relation to identity negotiation, stereotypes, cultural difference, and communities of support, the text demonstrates application of the UNESCO Story Circle approach in developing IC. Further, vignettes are analyzed and guiding questions are offered to structure readers’ reflection and discussion to facilitate further honing of intercultural competencies. The volume promotes IC amongst individual educators, trainers, international students, and community members and provides guidance in addressing international students’ wellbeing more broadly. This text will benefit scholars, academics, and students in the fields of higher education, multicultural education, and intercultural communication. Those involved with international and comparative education as well as student affair practice and higher education administration will also benefit from this volume. Paperback | Harback | eBook

This book examines the international student question by utilizing a holistic and multi-faceted approach to understanding not only the influence of socialization on the international student experience but also presents a historical background to international student contact; the influence of globalization and student mobility; U.S. international student enrollment trends; exploration of research on socialization; socialization theory/theoretical framework; an annotated bibliography of research on socialization/acculturation. This book contributes to the discourse on international student socialization. It is geared toward enriching international student socialization experiences and informing higher education policies and practices to serve better and service international students. Author Emmanuel E. Akanwa teaches Reading, English, and Language Arts at Frederick Douglass High School, Upper Marlboro, Maryland, U.S.A. Dr. Akanwa was formerly a fixed-term faculty at Central Michigan University and an adjunct professor of English at Mid-Michigan Community College.  Download ebook (complimentary) or order print copies on Amazon  and  Barnes & Noble  | Related  books here How to cite this book: Akanwa, E. E. (2024). International student socialization . Star Scholars Press. https://doi.org/10.32674/1kqb8x16

Global Higher Education During COVID-19: Policy, Society, and Technology  explores the impacts of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) for global mobility in the field of international higher education. Specifically, this book responds to the growing need for new insights and perspectives to improve higher education policy and practice in the era of COVID-19. The sub-theme that runs through this book concerns the changing roles and responsibilities of international education leaders and the demand to rethink comprehensive internationalization post-2020. Topics in this book include international students' experience, study abroad, branch campus, mental health, enrollment, and graduate education. Editors: Joshua S. McKeown, Krishna Bista, and Roy Y. Chan Order your copy: Paperback  |  eBook   Reviews  Dr. KS Adeyemo, Senior Lecturer, University of Pretoria, South Africa Global Higher Education During COVID-19: Policy, Society, and Technology  is a highly recommended resource for higher education institution policymakers and educators around the globe. Not only does this book provide invaluable insights from higher education institution policymakers, educators, and students during the COVID-19 pandemic, but it also offers useful suggestions on dealing with possible challenges and seeking opportunities in future higher education . Dr. Misty So-Sum Wai-Cook, Centre for English Language Studies, National University of Singapore It’s a timely book reporting the most recent responses of international higher education across the world during the Covid-19 pandemic. Besides providing the theoretical contributions, the book also offers practical implications for stakeholders, including policymakers, education managers and practitioners, international students, and parents. Dr. Hiep Pham, Director, Center for Research and Practice on Education, Phu Xuan University, Vietnam Global Higher Education During COVID-19: Policy, Society, and Technology  is timely and relevant providing a critically engaged reflective account of geographically diverse higher education institutions’ response and practice during the COVID-19 pandemic. This book illuminates some of the current impediments to higher education internationalization within the context of COVID-19 and provides insights into shared learning experiences that address new challenges to internationalization imposed by the pandemic. A must-read for international higher education specialists, practitioners, scholars, and researchers. Dr. Tasmeera Singh, Advisor, International Office, University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa A worldwide phenomenon: Strategies and inspiration to address the challenges and opportunities for the new normal in the field of global higher education. I cannot recommend it highly enough. Dr. Daisy Kee Mui Hung, Associate Professor, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Malaysia The movement of people across borders furthered the spread of Covid-19. This inevitably impacted international higher education, which although not reducible to student mobility is its primary form.  Global Higher Education during COVID-19: Policy, Society, and Technology  is, therefore, a timely edited collection that begins to unpack the multifaceted impact the pandemic has had on higher education worldwide. It adds to the growing conversation on reimagining higher education. The collection will be valuable to current and future scholars of higher education, offering an important snapshot of policy and practice during the pandemic. Dr. Will Brehm, Lecturer of Education and International Development, UCL Institute of Education, UK With the COVID-19 crisis having upended higher education around the world, this timely book provides a deep and much-needed analysis of the roles and responsibilities of universities going forward. It sheds light not only on the shared challenges countries have faced, but also reveals how the impact of the pandemic has varied in important ways across countries. Dr. Rajika Bhandari, Author/Advisor, STAR Scholar Network, USA This book presents a comprehensive and rigorous worldwide account of Covid-19 impact, challenges and new opportunities. It stands out as a ground-breaking valuable companion for all those involved in the future of internationalization in higher education. Dr. Elena de Prada Creo, Vice Dean for International Affairs, Facultad de CC. Empresariales y Turismo, Spain Hard copies are available able on  Amazon.com

This book presents a wide range of themes of perseverance, cultural exploration, transformative journeys, and reflections on life’s lessons. Each chapter offers unique perspectives on overcoming challenges, embracing cultural diversity, and finding profound meaning in life’s experiences. From tales of enduring determination to reflections on identity and global citizenship, the book invites readers to explore the complexities of the human spirit and find inspiration in the shared stories of resilience and growth. Editors Krishna Bista is a Professor of Higher Education in the Department of Advanced Studies, Leadership and Policy at Morgan State University (USA).  Uttam Gaulee is a Professor of Higher Education in the Advanced Studies, Leadership, and Policy Department at Morgan State University (USA).  Dawn Michele Whitehead  is Vice President of the Office of Global Citizenship for Campus, Community, and Careers at the Association of American Colleges and Universities (USA). Bo Zhang is a TESOL Instructor and District Administrator at Providence Public Schools in Rhode Island (USA).   Order your copies: eBook | Paperback 

This book is a testimony of Spelman College’s commitment to global citizenship, documenting cross-cultural and international experiences and reflections of domestic students who studied abroad, international students’ experiences, Alumnae who studied abroad or have lived abroad and faculty and staff who have lived abroad or led students abroad. This book distinctively reveals life stories of global engagements that no one else could tell but the contributors who bring life experiences through their international visits. Through a well-curated and engaging collection of narrative stories, this book captures the richness that comes from crossing boundaries, understanding cultural differences, and embracing the knowledge that comes from encounters with disparate perspectives. Editors ‘Dimeji R. Togunde, Ph.D. Vice Provost for Global Education & Professor of International Studies, Spelman College, Atlanta, Georgia, USA Krishna Bista, Ed.D. Professor of Higher Education, Morgan State University, Maryland, USA Print  and  digital  copies are available. 

This edited volume brings together the perspectives of a diverse group of international scholars to explore the intersections of study abroad and social mobility. In doing so, it challenges universalist assumptions and power imbalances implicit in study abroad across the Global North and South, and explores the implications of COVID-19 for equity within study abroad programs, policy, and practice going forward. Offering empirical, theoretical, and conceptual contributions,  Critical Perspectives on Equity and Social Mobility in Study Abroad  foregrounds critical reflection on the stratification of access to study abroad and examines the varied outcomes of international study in relation to graduates’ entry into domestic and international labor markets. Focusing on the experiences and outcomes of students from varied backgrounds, chapters identify a number of power imbalances relating to student race, ethnicity, religion, local and international policies and politics, and put forward valuable recommendations to ensure greater equity within the field. Against the backdrop of growing criticism over the power imbalances in international exchange, this text will benefit researchers, academics, and educators with an interest in higher education, international and comparative education, and multicultural education. Those interested in educational policy and the sociology of education more broadly will also benefit from this book. Paperback | Hardback | eBook

This book provides an essential forum—giving primary voice to a group not often heard—for international students to share their unique experiences, trials, triumphs, and paths of acculturation in US higher education. In their own words and experiences, they detail how their world touches our American campus communities and academic settings. Filled with pathos, their narratives are steeped in angst and triumph, disappointment and humor, and loss and eventual victory. Selected international student narratives for this book bring a non-western perspective that allows for anyone involved in US higher education to gain increased insights into how we serve our students.  This work contains 28 narratives written by international students and scholars from around the world.  This book is a unique resource for faculty, students, and administrators interested in learning more about the lived experiences of international students and scholars. EDITORS Krishna Bista,  EdD, is a Professor of Higher Education in the Department of Advanced Studies, Leadership and Policy at Morgan State University School of Education and Urban Studies, Maryland. https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7893-8275 Gregory F. Malveaux,  PhD, is a Professor in the Department of English and Literature and is the College-wide Coordinator of Study Abroad and International Education at Montgomery College, Maryland. https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2456-6581 Hardcopies available

This book explores how the recruitment and retention of Asian international students in Canadian universities intersects with other institutional priorities. Responding to the growing need for new insights and perspectives on the institutional mechanisms adopted by Canadian universities to support Asian international students in their academic and social integration to university life, it crucially examines the challenges at the intersection of two institutional priorities: internationalization and anti-racism. This is especially important for the Asian international student group, who are known to experience invisible forms of discrimination and differential treatment in Canadian post-secondary education institutions. The authors present new conceptualisations and theoretical perspectives on topics including international students’ experiences and understandings of race and racism, comparisons with domestic students and/or non-Asian students, institutional discourse and narratives on Asian international students, comparison with other university priorities, cross-national comparisons, best practices, and recent developments linked to the COVID-19 pandemic. Foregrounding the institutional strategies of Canadian universities, as opposed to student experience exclusively, this direct examination of institutional responses and initiatives draws out similarities and differences across the country, compares them within the broader array of university priorities, and ultimately offers the opportunity for Canadian universities to learn from each other in improving the integration of Asian international students and others to their student body. It will appeal to teacher-scholars, researchers and educators with interested in higher education, international education and race and ethnic studies. Download this book (free)

This book provides narrative cross-cultural stories written by undergraduate students, graduate students, staff, and faculty.  They cover a variety of experiential learning—from formal program awards to informal encounters, to travel to attend conferences, to volunteerism.   Cross-cultural experiences are recognized as engines leading to global awareness.  When students venture outside of their routines, their worlds become larger.  This then leads to greater tolerance, more awareness, or even more possibilities in life. Hard copies are  available on  Amazon.com Editors Krishna Bista, EdD , is Professor of Higher Education in the Department of Advanced Studies, Leadership and Policy at Morgan State University, USA. Adele Newson-Horst, PhD,  is Professor of English in the Department of English and Language Arts at 

This volume examines the diversified and challenging experiences of Chinese international STEM doctoral students at Australian institutes of higher education, exploring how intersections between research, personal life, and social experiences can be negotiated to achieve academic success and personal transformation. By drawing on a range of qualitative and longitudinal research methods, the book foregrounds student narratives and utilizes a novel three-dimensional multi-world framework as an effective approach for understanding student experiences in a holistic way. It integrates Chinese philosophical perspectives and theories in the fields of educational psychology, international education, and doctoral education to interpret the nuances, complexity, and particularities of the cross-cultural STEM PhD experience, highlighting the importance of the supervisor–mentee relationship and the role of students’ cultural, social, and philosophical values in supporting their successful completion of the PhD degree. The analysis thus provides new insights into the ways in which these experiences vary across students, and might apply in other national contexts, and to non-STEM student cohorts. This book will be a valuable resource for researchers and academics engaged in cross-cultural education, the sociology of education, and international and comparative education. It will be of particular interest to those with a focus on international doctoral education and cultural Asian studies. Hardback | Paperback | eBook

Leaders Who Inspire: Stories of Foreign-Born University Presidents  is a captivating book that introduces young readers to the remarkable stories of foreign-born college and university presidents. Through engaging narratives, readers will discover the inspiring journeys of leaders like Shirley M. Tilghman, Ángel Cabrera, A. Gabriel Esteban, and Renu Khator, who have made a significant impact on education in the United States.The book highlights the importance of diversity and inclusivity in educational institutions, showing how these leaders have transformed their campuses into welcoming spaces for students from all backgrounds. Readers will learn about the challenges these leaders faced, their unwavering determination, and their passion for empowering students to succeed. Leaders Who Inspire  celebrates the power of education and the strength that comes from embracing diversity. It encourages readers to believe in themselves, pursue their dreams, and make a positive impact in their own lives and communities. Order hardcopies here  

International Student Employability: Narratives of Strengths, Challenges, and Strategies from Global South Students  examines how international undergraduate and graduate level students use their agency to make sense of what they are learning and how to apply that to employability in career pathways. This book shows that understanding employability from a range of perspectives is important because governments need graduates with skills ready for the labor market, higher educational institutions are measured by the number of graduates to have gainful employment upon graduation, and international students use study abroad to gain the skills and competencies needed for employability. The chapters critically examine several themes including how students use their capabilities to navigate host country national political policies that define and re-define work permits, visas, and immigration. This includes awareness of national and international employment patterns, wicked problems from globalization, demands of changing labor markets, and adaptability for transversal job sectors. Finally, and of most importance is that the chapters use the lens of diverse student groups, including undergraduates, graduate, and doctoral students, international and domestic students, students who study in different HEI sectors (aka, TVET Colleges and universities), and in different academic programs, (aka STEAM, nursing, and humanities), and different geographies of where students come from and where they study. Such diversification showcases those experiences and relevance to employability are fundamentally different.  About the Editors Rosalind Latiner Raby , Ph.D., is a Senior Lecturer at California State University, Northridge in the Educational Leadership and Policy Studies Department of the College of Education. Jasvir Kaur Nachatar Singh , Ph.D., a Senior Lecturer at La Trobe University, Melbourne in the Department of Management, Sport and Tourism. Krishna Bista , Ed.D. ,  is a Professor of Higher Education in the Department of Advanced Studies, Leadership and Policy at Morgan State University, Maryland. Table of contents About this book Keywords Editors and Affiliations

Bringing together a range of contributions from diverse international scholars, this edited volume explores issues of inequality in student mobility to consider how schools, universities, and colleges can ensure equitable access to international study and exchange. Featuring evidence-based accounts of students’ experiences and exploring opportunities for study abroad in school and university contexts,  Inequalities in Study Abroad and Student Mobility  analyses how pedagogy and student support services can be designed to accommodate linguistic, cultural, ethnic, and socio-economic differences. Chapters foreground issues of access and opportunity and offer unique insights to inform institutional policy in developing more effective, inclusive, and equitable ways to internationalize exchange and study abroad programs and initiatives for all. This timely volume will benefit researchers, academics, and postgraduate students in the fields of international and comparative education, as well as educators and school leaders working within secondary and higher education settings concerned with multicultural education. Paperback | Hardback | eBook

This book explores emerging populations of mobile international students in order to consider innovative and inclusive approaches for a more equitable and socially just higher education for new generations of international students. It offers critical reflections on the intersections of race, place, and space at universities hosting international students across multiple geographic and cultural contexts.  Chris R. Glass , PhD, is Professor of the Practice in the Lynch School of Education and Human Development at Boston College, Massachusetts (USA).  Krishna Bista , EdD ,  is Professor of Higher Education in the Department of Advanced Studies, Leadership and Policy at Morgan State University, Maryland (USA). Table of contents About this book Keywords Editors and Affiliations About the editors

This book strives to provide valuable insights on international students’ mental well-being based on research, promising practices, and practitioners’ experiences. The book is geared toward practitioners, faculty, counselors, and others working with international students at higher education institutions in the United States. In this book, we specifically focus on how various intersecting dimensions of international students’ identities shape their mental well-being and the support or resources they may need. By doing so, we hope to provide a more complex and nuanced picture of international students’ mental well-being to guide practice and inspire future research. Print  and  digital editions  are available

Curriculum Theory and Pedagogy for Student Mobility  – an edited collection of international research – seeks to examine how curriculum theory within different social, political, and cultural contexts can be actuated to advance equity and diversity, plus supportive and inclusive outcomes in international student education. A comprehensive volume, it contours a holistic interdisciplinary landscape of the field. The book draws upon both a broad range of curriculum-related theoretical frameworks and multiple perspectives to offer a diverse spectrum of examples about the many challenges and complexities involved in not only theorizing about, but doing the work of, educating international students in institutions of higher education. Additionally, the book provides a strong pedagogical framework for enhanced teaching practices, as well as new avenues for research in international student education. Drawing upon the expertise of contributors from varied backgrounds, identities, fields, and positionalities, the assembled chapters elucidate contemporary curriculum theory and its foundations and uses and analyzes its potential in international education. Equally, theoreticians and practitioners, both, offer valuable insights into conceptualizing, strategizing, and applying curriculum theory-driven research and proven practices for the advancement of the field of international student education. Order Hardcopies  ||  Download E-books