Changing Lives Through Education Abroad

How should leaders in international education best support their teams in a continuously evolving field? Join Zac Macinnes and Orlina Boteva, Director of International Programs at the University of Maine, as they discuss how people-first leadership can make stronger, more effective and diverse teams that are better able to support students on their education abroad journey.

Dealing with the burnout and frustrations of day-to-day tasks in higher education can be daunting, but we can never forget why we do what we do. Join Zac Macinnes and Abi Cavazos, Associate Director of Study Abroad at Siena College, as they discuss how mid-career professionals in international education can advocate for themselves, move up in the field, and create a community of mentorship with their peers.

This week, join Zac Macinnes and Ashley Neyer, Director of Education Abroad at University of Alabama Birmingham, as they discuss how international educators can create a community of faculty to develop curriculum rooted in ethical citizenship and cultural immersion through faculty-led education abroad programs.

This week, join Zac Macinnes and Dr. Kelly Newlon, Director of Global Learning at Washington State University, as they discuss the benefits, challenges, and misconceptions of international education at public and land-grant universities.

What’s in the power of a photograph? Join Zac Macinnes and Dr. Tim White, Director of International Academic Initiatives at Montclair State University, as they take a step backwards into the history of study abroad and the portrayal of study abroad students in photos, media, and pop culture over time.

DEI is a core part of Education New Zealand’s (ENZ) strategy for international education. Join Zac Macinnes and DuBois Jennings, ENZ Director of Engagement in North America, as they discuss New Zealand as a diverse country with a strong bicultural heritage, rich ideals of social justice, and a top destination for students from marginalized backgrounds.

When it comes to your pre-departure orientation, it can be challenging to keep students engaged and excited for their time abroad while getting through health and safety info, logistics, and paperwork. In this episode, LaSharon McLean Perez, Assistant Director of Study Abroad at UC Riverside, talks through innovative ways she prepares students for the sometimes difficult but always life-changing moments that happen abroad.

Connecting with faculty and creating a global culture on campus can be challenging with silos, conflicting priorities, and lack of time. In this episode, Dr. Christa Olson, Executive Director of Global Engagement at The College of New Jersey, talks through innovative ways she and her team are encouraging an open dialog with faculty and deans across campus to create more opportunities for international education across campus.

Cultivating a culture of education abroad on a university campus is a shared responsibility—but one best led by the study abroad office. Sarah Malloy, Director of Study Abroad and International Exchange at the University of Arkansas, is doing just that. In this episode, Sarah talks about the Study Abroad Champions program at U of A and the innovative ways she and her team encourage on-campus allyship and advocacy for education abroad.

International education has the power to change lives and inspire connections across borders. Join the WorldStrides Higher Ed leadership team, Jennifer Acosta and Jennifer Fisher, as they discuss the impact of study abroad on their lives, tips for making international education more accessible, and their goals for 2023. Get to know "The Jens" and what drives them to change lives through education abroad.