NAFSA Association of International Educators

09/03/2026

Please join us in celebrating Saint Louis University, recipient of the Senator Paul Simon Award for Comprehensive Internationalization!

This video, created by the institution and presented at the Awards Banquet at NAFSA’s Annual Conference, is a glimpse into what makes them exceptional. Learn more about the Simon Award, the application process, and nominate your own institution until October 15 at www.nafsa.org/simonaward

09/03/2026

Join NAFSA colleagues from community colleges next week to discuss how the elimination of "duration of status" (D/S) is impacting their institutions and offices and how they are adapting their operations to address the changes. The presenters will not be able to answer every question about the D/S rule and address every complicated scenario resulting from the rule but will offer their own approaches to planning for implementation of the rule. It's a conversation, so we also want to hear about your approach and successes and challenges. The focus is practical takeaways.

🔗Register Today: https://www.nafsa.org/events/elimination-ds-special-issues-community-colleges

Panelists include:

🎙️Bristol Day, International Student Advisor/Chair NAFSA Community College MIG, Oakland Community College, Michigan
🎙️Deleasha Vincent, Co-Executive Director of International Programs, PDSO/Chair Elect NAFSA Community College MIG, Seattle Colleges, Washington
🎙️Lingru Kong, Coordinator International Student Services/Regional CC Rep, St. Charles Community College, Missouri
🎙️Lori Brindisi, PDSO and Collegewide Manager Global & International Student Services/ Regional CC Rep, Cuyahoga Community College, Ohio

09/03/2026

Join fellow NAFSA members for a special Policy & Regulatory Update on September 8. This discussion among NAFSA experts and our legal representation will address Curricular Practical Training, Optional Practical Training, H-1B visa, and our Duration of Status litigation. You won't want to miss it!

👉 Register today: https://bit.ly/4yiSlAx

09/03/2026

⏰ Early bird savings are happening now!

Don’t miss your chance to save on your NAFSA Regional Conference registration. The Region XI early bird deadline is this Friday, with other regional deadlines coming up soon.

NAFSA Regional Conferences bring international education professionals together from across your region to tackle challenges, exchange ideas, and build solutions that resonate both locally and globally.

Find your region, check your early bird deadline, and register today to save!

Learn more: www.nafsa.org/conferences/regional

09/02/2026

Back to school means getting ready for the year ahead!

Stock up on the NAFSA publications you need to support your work in international education and save 15% on everything in the NAFSA Bookstore.

Use code BTS26 at checkout. go.nafsa.org/BTS26

Offer ends September 30, 2026.

Shop now and start the semester with the resources you need!

09/01/2026

Applications are open for NAFSA volunteer leadership!

NAFSA is strongest when our volunteer leaders reflect the diversity of the international education field, with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, institution types, geographic regions, and professional roles.

Whether you’re ready to take on a new leadership opportunity or looking for a meaningful way to contribute to the field, we encourage you to apply.

Help bring your perspective to the conversations shaping international education and make an impact alongside colleagues from across the United States and around the world.

Learn more and apply: nafsa.org/leadership

09/01/2026

We're hiring at NAFSA!

Four exciting roles are now open:

• Associate Director, Conferences and Meetings
• Event Technology Manager
• Program Manager, Membership
• Technology Solutions Specialist

📍 In-office availability is required at NAFSA's headquarters in Washington, D.C.

Interested in learning more? Full job descriptions, including role responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation information, can be found here: go.nafsa.org/nafsa-jobs

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09/01/2026

Please join us in celebrating The University of Tulsa, recipient of the Senator Paul Simon Spotlight Award for its Jumpstart TU Program!

This video, created by the institution and presented at the Awards Banquet at NAFSA’s Annual Conference, is a glimpse into what makes them exceptional. Learn more about the Simon Award, the application process, and nominate your own institution until October 15 at www.nafsa.org/simonaward

08/31/2026

Join experts from NAFSA and our legal representation, McDermott Will & Schulte for a policy and regulatory update on September 8. Topics will include Curricular Practical Training, Optional Practical Training, H-1B visa and Duration of Status litigation. This online event is a member benefit.

NAFSA: Association of International Educators is the world's largest nonprofit association dedicated to international education and exchange.