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10:00am-12:00pm CST | Pre-conference Workshops
Leading by Example: Cultivating Innovation & Belonging Within the Workplace
Whether you manage a large team or a staff of one, creating a sense of belonging in the workplace requires leadership by example and disruptions to the status quo. More than ever, we need bold leaders committed to diversity and belonging. This workshop will explore leadership strategies and practices central to cultivating workplace inclusivity and global innovation.
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A Full Court Press: Addressing Racism as a Global Phenomenon and Developing an Anti-Racist Orientation
In all facets of international and domestic spheres of education, anti-racist praxis is being identified as an imperative to holistic student development. Creating learning environments that proactively seek to dismantle systemic racism is the first step in progressing towards greater inclusion and equity for students and within our workplaces The participants of this active-learning workshop will acquire a foundational understanding of race and anti-racism as we explore the impact of imperialism and racism in the global context. Through intergroup activity, structured dialogue and action-planning, participants will leave with actionable steps to advance their intercultural knowledge and their organization’s ability to better serve diverse populations.
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If You Build It They Will Come: Intentional Marketing For Engaging First Generation College Students in Study Abroad
The lure of strategic and targeted marketing tactics to recruit first-generation college students may make sense on the surface level as institutions and/or organizations attempt to create much needed exposure and access to education abroad. However, does targeted outreach pose ethical dilemmas or press proverbial hot buttons? What standards of practice can be employed in marketing high impact opportunities, and cultural exploration to first-generation college students? This pre-conference workshop will engage participants in thought-provoking dialogue, providing them with strategies and practices to inventively harness communication and marketing tools to employ principled marketing solutions that appeal to first-generation college students.
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Developing and Implementing Inclusive Advising Practices in Education Abroad
Culturally-relevant and inclusive advising is essential to making education abroad accessible and effective for historically under-represented students. This workshop is designed to give early to mid-career advisors specific guidance on how to develop strengths-based advising practices. These approaches will allow advisors to reimagine and refine their role and relationship before, during, and after participation in education abroad. Workshop participants will leave with models and tools for integrating identity-related topics into all aspects of individual and group-based advising. Topics will include: practicing advisor authenticity, minimizing bias, building trust and credibility, allyship, and collaborative partnering. Participants will actively engage in group discussions, share good practices for advising historically under-represented students, and develop an individual plan for how to improve advising at their institutions or organizations.
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10:00-11:00am CST |
Leveraging Global Programs to Support First Generation Students Success
Developed for professionals who work in student success, diversity & inclusion and other student affairs units, this session will focus on the role global programs can play in supporting the academic success, interpersonal growth and career readiness of first-generation college students. Further the session will highlight the important role non-international education professionals play in ensuring first generation college students have equitable access to the benefits of global programs. Moderator
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11:00am-12:00pm CST |
Women of Color Leadership & Empowerment
Intended for professionals and graduate students who self-identify as women of color and/or allies for women of color, this session includes an intimate opportunity to connect with colleagues, and listen to and be inspired by dynamic speakers as they share their leadership journey, experiences and strategies for success in global education. Moderator
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12:00-1:00pm CST |
New Professionals in International Education
Intended for professionals with zero to three years experience in the field of international education. This session will focus on helping new professionals, in particular, professionals from diverse backgrounds enter the field of international education and/or move up in their current careers. There will be a panel of experienced international education professionals. Moderator
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1:00-2:00pm CST |
Leading Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion in International Education
Developed for professionals with roles focused on Diversity & Inclusion in Education Abroad or Diversity & Inclusion in other units that support global programming, this session will focus on leadership development, generating ideas to foster our collective capacity to prioritize diversity & inclusion within our work spaces, and creating space to share challenges & successes with peers. The session will highlight the important role Education Abroad professionals play in ensuring diversity and inclusion opportunities in the field of International Education.
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10:00-11:00am CST | Exhibitor Hour |
11:00am-12:00pm CST | Welcome & Innovation Competition |
12:00-12:15pm CST |
Coffee & Beignets Break
Some say the coffee break was invented in New Orleans! Take a break, grab some coffee and a snack, and check in on the latest resources from Diversity Abroad. |
12:15-1:15pm CST | Concurrent Session Block #1
"Where I Already Am Is The Mainstream..." Education Abroad at MSIs
As Toni Morrison posits, it is often "inconceivable" to consider spaces and places where people of color "are already the mainstream." Our presentation centers on the experience of advising, course planning and program design where students of color are the majority.While some within the field of international education have been very intentional about engaging with "MSIs" what does the field know about these institutions and what study abroad looks like from their/our vantage point.
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Education Abroad Advisors as Opportunity Architects
In a collaborative discussion, presenters will take a critical look at how education abroad professionals serve as "Opportunity Architects." Opportunity Architects are people who can identify a person's passion, help foster the individual's potential, give them the confidence, and connect them to an opportunity that shifts their life path. Attendees will be able to pinpoint different areas in which they can provide access to inclusive opportunities for students throughout their global learning experiences.
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Engaging Diverse Stakeholders to Support Inclusive Reentry Programming
Effective reentry engagement is a collaborative endeavor, involving various stakeholders across campus and organizational units. How can we best advocate for programmatic support from these diverse stakeholders capitalizing on existing resources and partnering to develop new initiatives? This session will provide innovative solutions and tangible examples from a variety of case studies to identify, collaborate, and maintain long-term partnerships to support a diverse population of returned students.
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What Can Membership Do for You? Leveraging the Benefits for Success
Interested in exploring strategies for maximizing Diversity Abroad member resources & benefits to meet your diversity and inclusion goals? Whether you are new to Diversity Abroad consortium or a veteran member, this session will provide an overview of key resources, professional development offerings, and engagement opportunities available to you as a Diversity Abroad Member.
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Where Do Asian-Americans Fit In?: Sparking Dialogues
Asian-Americans often fall through the cracks in discussions of diversity and inclusion; the international education profession is no exception. This interactive session will explore the question of why there are so few Asian-American professionals in international education, what this means for framing conversations around race/ethnicity as a whole, and how we can begin to address this underrepresentation going forward. Purposeful dialogue and creative solutions require multiple perspectives: all are welcome and encouraged to attend!
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Gen Z-ing: Diverse Students and the Co-Creation of Outreach Initiatives
We know from market research that Generation Z has a passion for contributing, collaborating, and co-creating. This innovative and entrepreneurial generation yearns to be directly involved as drivers in initiatives and content that are related to their interests, aspirations and intersectional identities. Join us to learn how to utilize a co-creating approach when designing inclusive outreach materials and multimedia resources, as well as pre-departure content for students of diverse and underrepresented backgrounds.
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1:15-1:30pm CST |
Coffee & Beignets Break
Some say the coffee break was invented in New Orleans! Take a break, grab some coffee and a snack, and check in on the latest resources from Diversity Abroad. |
1:30-2:30pm CST | Lagniappe Chats |
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10:00-11:15am CST | Deep Dives
A Discussion: Resources and Support Surrounding Gender Identity Abroad
What questions do we need to ask ourselves and our offices to ensure that we are best supporting transgender, gender non-binary, and gender non-conforming students? This session will dive deep into complex and nuanced questions surrounding gender identity and gender expression in education abroad. Through interactive discussion and engaging activities, participants will explore topics such as advising communication materials, overseas housing placements, and international travel logistics.
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Better Together? Identity-based Programs for Students Underrepresented in Study Abroad
What are some unique opportunities presented by international education programs which bring together students sharing common identities? What lessons can we draw from identity-focused programs to support students who do not choose these types of programs and vice versa? This session will explore themes of identity, community, intersectionality, and more through the lenses of two unique programs, including a CIEE Access Grant-winning program centering around Black Deaf experiences; and a cross-disability outbound leadership program.
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Utilizing Diversity Abroad's AIDE Roadmap to Advance Inclusion Efforts
The Diversity Abroad AIDE Roadmap is a framework for assessing diversity participation in study abroad. Presenters from Diversity Abroad and two universities will share their experiences with the Roadmap, providing Access, Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity information, implementation strategies, and lessons learned. Participants will have an opportunity to develop individual action plans.
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Higher Ed Disruptors: An Approach to Challenging an Inequitable System
Many of us find that an increase in diverse program offerings, specialized workshops and scholarships doesn't necessarily result in an increase in participation by underserved students in study abroad. So where are we missing the mark? The roadblocks to access by these populations stem from a deeply entrenched thread of inequities woven into the fabric of the higher education system. How do we, as practitioners, begin to unravel the system?
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Balancing Social Identity and Cultural Sensitivity: Professional Development for All
As study abroad participation diversifies, student feedback describing acts of micro-aggressions and even overt acts of prejudice and discrimination abroad is increasing. Simultaneously, overseas resident staff and US faculty leading programs are struggling to find ways to connect and support a generation that is more diverse and eager to talk about issues of social justice and privilege. This presentation will share programming and training examples of how to navigate this phenomena on education abroad programs.
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Making Publishing Accessible: Adding Scholar to Your Practitioner Title
Diverse perspectives are missing from education abroad scholarship, and while many education abroad practitioners aren't trained researchers there is a need for their work to reach broader audiences. Especially for those working to make education abroad more accessible and inclusive, highlighting such work can ensure international educators are better equipped to support students from underrepresented backgrounds. This skills-focused session covers the basics of publication and provide space for participants to begin developing their research agendas.
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Bridging the Gap: Diversity and Intercultural Competency in International Student Programming
How do we amplify the rhetoric of intercultural competency in one direction to all directions so to facilitate greater interaction between international/exchange students and local students? This session will discuss the relevance of intercultural competency for both domestic and international students in order to bridge the gap between local and global interactions as well as how to integrate intercultural competency into existing institutional priorities and goals.
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11:15-11:30am CST | Welcome Remarks, IES Abroad followed by a Coffee & Beignets Break |
11:30am-12:30pm CST | Concurrent Session Block #2
Institutional Partnerships and Practices that Promote Global Study
Developing strong partnerships between study abroad and support offices such as TRIO is crucial to empowering first-generation/high financial need students to pursue global study opportunities. During this interactive session, attendees will explore collaborative strategies such as a first-time travelers' workshop, cross-unit departmental advising, pre-departure & onsite budgeting tools, and innovative technological resources including video testimonials. Take-aways from the session include creating an action plan for harnessing intra-institutional partnerships in order to promote global education.
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The Perfect Match: Study Abroad with a Disability
Due to the increase in students with disabilities studying abroad, additional attention is needed to provide the necessary support prior to, during, and after their programs. This interactive session will equip participants with the knowledge and tools needed to increase or improve support currently being provided to students with disabilities seeking to participate in an international program, examining individual or institutional practices which may lessen or contribute to roadblocks that they experience in their programs.
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Global Education and the Impact of COVID-19: Student Perspectives
Engage with the Diversity Abroad team to learn about survey tools available for understanding student perspectives as it relates to the state of global education. Joined by a student speaker this session will provide an overview of two surveys implemented by Diversity Abroad (The COVID-19 snapshot survey & the Education Abroad Student Experience Survey) and a fireside chat regarding the impact of COVID-19 on global education from the student's perspective. Participants will walk away with insight from a student, recommendations for supporting diverse students during this time, and an understanding of the Diversity Abroad tools available.
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Widening Participation in Outward Mobility: A Three Country Perspective
Students who go abroad get better degrees and better jobs. Yet students from less-advantaged groups are underrepresented in mobility. Speakers from Belgium, the USA, and the UK will look at efforts in each nation to address this participation gap. They will provide an overview of current activities, and flag recommendations, toolkits and case studies of good practice for attendees to use at their own institutions.
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12:30-12:40pm CST |
Coffee & Beignets Break
Some say the coffee break was invented in New Orleans! Take a break, grab some coffee and a snack, and check in on the latest resources from Diversity Abroad. |
12:40-12:45pm CST | 2020 Innovation Competition Winners Announced |
12:45-1:45pm CST | Plenary: Being Antiracist in a Global Education Context with Dr. Ibram X. Kendi |
1:45-2:00pm CST |
Coffee & Beignets Break
Some say the coffee break was invented in New Orleans! Take a break, grab some coffee and a snack, and check in on the latest resources from Diversity Abroad. |
2:00-2:45pm CST | Lagniappe Chats |
2:45-3:00pm CST |
Coffee & Beignets Break
Some say the coffee break was invented in New Orleans! Take a break, grab some coffee and a snack, and check in on the latest resources from Diversity Abroad. |
3:00-4:00pm CST | Exhibitor Hour |
3:00-4:00pm CST | Partner Talks
CAPA: The Global Education Network — Re-Imagining Education Abroad: a Conversation with CAPA President John Christian
Join us for a conversation with CAPA President John Christian hosted by Darin Smith-Gaddis, CAPA’s Regional Manager of Institutional Relations and Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, on the future of education abroad. Darin and John will discuss how to create effective strategies for global learning during and following the pandemic, and collaborative approaches to increasing diversity, equity, and inclusion through improvements in access to global experiences.
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U.S. Department of State: Get Updates on Academic Exchange and Study Abroad Programs
The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) works to build friendly, peaceful relations between the people of the United States and the people of other countries through academic, cultural, sports, and professional exchanges, as well as public -private partnerships. ECA leads public diplomacy outreach efforts for the U.S. Department of State through our exchange programs. Join us to get key updates on the Fulbright Scholar, Student and Specialist Program, the Critical Language Scholarship, the Benjamin A. Gilman Scholarship and the Capacity Building Program for Study Abroad, also known as IDEAS (Increase & Diversify Education Abroad for U.S. Students).
University of New Orleans — Pass the Mic: Amplifying Voices of #StudyAbroadSoBlack and Addressing Student Anxiety
It's no secret that one of the most powerful recruitment tools for study abroad is word of mouth. But whose mouth are we often letting dominate the conversation? This session explores amplifying melanated voices via the co-opting of Howard University's #studyabroadsoblack movement. We will also discuss the anxieties that many students face when considering study abroad for the first time—and how students can be empowered to speak out and create a sense of community by addressing their fears head on.
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IES Abroad – Making A World of Difference with Diversity Training for Global Staff, Faculty & Homestay Families
At IES Abroad, shifting demographics and a years-long commitment to inclusive living and learning experiences have changed the way we address diversity, equity, inclusion and antiracism both in the US and abroad. In recognizing the influence social identity has on students while abroad, we developed and launched a global diversity training program that’s providing international faculty, staff, and homestay families a deeper understanding of today’s multifaceted U.S. college students and how they are impacted by key societal topics like the Me Too Movement, Black Lives Matter, mental health, microaggressions, and trigger warnings. In this Diversity Abroad Partner Talk, you’ll hear how IES Abroad developed and initiated this important global training effort and, most importantly, how we believe our phased approach will enhance our student’s study abroad experience. Presenters:
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10:00-11:00am CST | Plenary: Walk the Talk with Dr. Tia Brown McNair |
11:00-11:15am CST | Welcome Remarks, Bureau of Educational & Cultural Affairs, U.S. Department of State followed by a Coffee & Beignets Break |
11:15am-12:15pm CST | Concurrent Session Block #3
Unsafe vs Uncomfortable: Helping Diverse Students Discern in Homestays Abroad
Homestays abroad are not controlled environments, but brave spaces where students can explore and compare host culture norms, traditions, lifestyle and language. Increasingly, colleagues abroad are charged with helping students better discern nuanced meaning and impact of identity and diversity during homestays when often viewing the world through their US cultural lens. Learn and discuss ways to empower students to differentiate unsafe from uncomfortable and directness from discrimination in homestay family environments.
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Increasing Underrepresented Student Participation Abroad Through Innovative Program Design
This session will offer an example of an innovative approach to increasing study abroad access to underrepresented students. Through intentional program design and recruitment targeting transfer, first-gen, and low-income students, Stetson University was able to bring a group of 8 diverse participants to the Dominican Republic. In this session, you will learn about the program's funding model, course design, and hear the experiences directly from the professors and one of the student participants.
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Supporting Rural Students Through Study Abroad
Rural areas cover 97% of land in the USA yet the needs of the rural student are rarely addressed, especially in education abroad. In this session we will explore who rural students are, where they come from, and where in the world they choose to study abroad. We will also discuss how to best support rural students from the advising process to on-site support and how to facilitate the return to their home campus.
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Building the New Normal: Creating an Inclusive Office Culture
In the predominantly white field of international education, those who identify as professionals of color are many times the only or one of very few in their offices. This often brings challenges and opportunities for growth in the office culture. In this session we will discuss how professionals of color can navigate a workplace that was not developed with inclusivity in mind as well as discuss best practices for creating a more inclusive work culture.
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Establishing a Relationship of Significance With Your Advancement Office
Is your office having trouble getting a seat at the Advancement table at your institution? Is your company considering growing your Alumni network? This session will provide methods, best practices, and examples for developing relationships with the Advancement Office that could support your programs and students. Attendees will obtain tips on how to engage effectively and advocate for their financial objectives.
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Enhancing Study Abroad for Students on the Autism Spectrum
Participants will learn about successful study abroad design elements for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The session will explore the specific needs of students with ASD in a study abroad context. Features that can be added to any international program will be discussed. Presenters will share their experience designing a three-week, faculty-led program specifically for students with ASD. Participants will have the opportunity to share experiences and brainstorm ideas for their own institutions.
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State of Diversity Abroad: Updates & Engagement Opportunities
Diversity Abroad continues to grow and has been working on exciting new services and resources over the past year. This session will provide a short overview of organizational resources and membership, as well as important updates and opportunities to stay engaged with Diversity Abroad throughout the year.
Presenter Christopher LeGrant - Diversity Abroad |
12:15-12:30pm CST |
Coffee & Beignets Break
Some say the coffee break was invented in New Orleans! Take a break, grab some coffee and a snack, and check in on the latest resources from Diversity Abroad. |
12:30-1:30pm CST | Plenary: Gilman Top Producer Announcement & Lessons from Gilman Top Producers Panel |
1:30-2:30pm CST | Lagniappe Chats |
2:15-2:30pm CST |
Coffee & Beignets Break
Some say the coffee break was invented in New Orleans! Take a break, grab some coffee and a snack, and check in on the latest resources from Diversity Abroad. |
2:30-3:30pm CST | Concurrent Session Block #4
Building the Global Education Pipeline: The Case for Early Exposure
The Experiment, an international education provider, and The Fellowship Initiative, a youth leadership and mentoring organization, discuss their successful collaboration in creating international program experiences for 275 young men of color. The session delves into the value of such opportunities for students K-12 as a way to strengthen the high school-to-college pathway for underserved youth, and how educators and institutions can support this pipeline to spur systemic change.
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Beyond Access for International Students with Disabilities
International students with disabilities are protected by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other disability-related laws, but access for these students must go beyond the ADA when considering their unique needs in a cross-cultural context. Learn about the nuances for international students with disabilities studying on a U.S. campus and proactive strategies to support these students towards their academic and professional goals.
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(In)rollment and (In)clusion: Changing Application Processes to Emphasize Inclusive Practices
Despite best intentions around diversity and inclusion goals, offices may be stuck with the same application processes cycle after cycle. This session provides colleagues, new and veteran, an overview of approaches and resources to advance diversity and inclusion goals through the application process. Presenters from Elon University and CIEE highlight lessons learned from the evolution of their applications and elevate conversation about how application processes and criteria shape application numbers.
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The Relationship Between Study Abroad, Minoritized Populations and Student Success
Does study abroad improve student success, especially for minoritized students? Yes! Come and learn about CASSIE (Consortium for the Analysis of Student Success through International Education). We will share research results indicating education abroad is connected to academic success for students across a variety of demographic and socio-economic groups. We find underrepresented groups who studied abroad show the largest gains in degree completion. Join the discussion on using data to better advocate for students!
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Data Matters for Access, Equity, & Inclusion in Education Abroad
Seeking to support underrepresented student identities, how can education abroad professionals use data to enhance program development, create advising resources and expand access? This session presents a case study from the University of Maryland on data collection to expand support for LGBTQ+ students and students with disabilities. We share good practices for transforming qualitative data into advising resources for students that advance diversity and inclusion in our field.
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10:00-11:00am CST | Concurrent Session Block #5
Intercultural Intersections: Faculty of Color Who Lead Programs Abroad
This session will focus on the experiences of faculty of color who lead study abroad programs and their motivations for engaging in international learning programs. The presenters surveyed faculty of color at various institutions across the country and will present the findings for the audience. Audience members will have the opportunity to discuss the findings as well as share effective strategies for supporting faculty of color who lead programs at their institution/organization.
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Surmounting the Silo: Inclusive International and Education Abroad Student Programming
Education abroad and international student programming is often carried out separately and silos students and offices on campus, neglecting many potential synergies between these populations. This session will present examples and facilitate dialogue on developing and implementing impactful and inclusive programming for international students and education abroad students at U.S. institutions through hands-on activities and collaborative conversations. Participants will brainstorm new ideas and create an action plan for programming that fosters inclusion and diversity.
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Spinning the Narrative: Empowering Black Women to Study Abroad
This session will explore the question: How can we support black women to study abroad despite the historical and sociocultural challenges? Presenters share personal narratives while exploring theoretical frameworks, such as the black feminist theory, and an adapted strength-based advising method. Through interactive discussions and activities, participants will gain an understanding of how best to spin the narrative from lack of opportunity to study abroad to empowerment and support black women in these experiences.
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From 1st Gen College Student to World-Traveler: Curating a Cohort Program
First Generation students, often the family's academic trailblazers, are recently reported as being a third of university student populations. This increased number of First Gen students however doesn't correlate to more of them studying abroad. This talk describing how a single university created a cohort study abroad group, will describe the programming, detail recruitment & advising and finalize with how the in-country academic structure & mentoring all contribute to the successful orchestration of this program
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Fighting the Funding Gap for High School Study Abroad
The Diversity Abroad High School Task Force will discuss financial need, share case studies of different funding models for high school study abroad programs, and propose creative solutions for addressing the funding gap. Attendees will be encouraged to reflect on and share what resources might be available for high school study abroad in their own respective communities. The goals of this session include, but are not limited to; providing professionals engaged in this work with practical and creative solutions, and consequently with hope, as they endeavor to address the existing funding gap for high school study abroad.
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Religion & Study Abroad: Health, Safety and Security Implications
Students studying abroad come from a broad range of religious traditions. Religion is likewise an important element in many of the societies where students study. What are the impacts of religious beliefs, or lack thereof, on students' well-being abroad? This session explores the topic of religious identity and its impact on students' health, safety and security abroad. The session, presented by members of the Diversity Abroad Religious Identity Task Force, will not focus on one religion or location specifically, but will ground workshop content in specific examples from various religious perspectives.
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11:00-11:15am CST | Welcome Remarks, University of New Orleans followed by a Coffee & Beignets Break |
11:15am-12:15pm CST | 2020 EDIIE Awards Presentation |
12:15-12:30pm CST |
Coffee & Beignets Break
Some say the coffee break was invented in New Orleans! Take a break, grab some coffee and a snack, and check in on the latest resources from Diversity Abroad. |
12:30-1:30pm CST | Concurrent Session Block #6
Supporting Neurodiverse Students in the International Internship Process
Finding and securing an international internship can prove to be a difficult task for a student on their own, and this process can be even more difficult and present unique challenges for neurodiverse students. This session will address the internship preparation process from the standpoint of a program provider and U.S university partner. We will present international internship best practices, and how this process can be adapted to assist neurodiverse students.
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Lesson from New Zealand: Ensuring Indigenous Inclusion in International Education
Inclusion and diversity are two key pillars of international education, yet Native American and indigenous students are underrepresented in study abroad and can be unintentionally excluded from outreach efforts. Join this panel session and hear from two future leaders about their experience studying abroad as Native American women in New Zealand and through discussion, explore best practice in indigenous inclusion in study abroad outreach and marketing efforts.
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Empowerment Through StoryCrafting: Eye for Diversity
This practice-based and interactive workshop will provide professionals within international education a snapshot and a taste of an interactive session with StoryCrafting (as conducted at The Hague University, The Netherlands): an inclusive and empowering dialogical approach. It will be geared to you, as an inclusive internationalization professional, to provide you with tools and strategies to help students find their inner voice and define their leadership towards career readiness while abroad, through "identity learning" and mind-shifting, moving from a 1st to a 2nd Story, following the Transformation through Writing Model and U-theory. Experience StoryCrafting & feel empowered!
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From Research to Practice - Building Study Abroad Support at MSIs
This session brings together researchers and practitioners to provide insights on study abroad trends specific to minority serving institutions (MSIs). The panelists will provide data that can be used for benchmarking and to help institutions understand profiles of students engaging in study abroad by each MSI type, discuss best practices to increase study abroad, and explore strategies to overcome institutional and student challenges to studying abroad.
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Strategizing to Increase Black Male Participation in International Education Programs
We know international experience can offer a new frame of reference for our students. For African-American male students, international experience offers a reprieve from the U.S. historical context of Black racial identity. Yet, only 2% of African-American men participate in Study Abroad. In this session we will cover:
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1:30-1:45pm CST |
Coffee & Beignets Break
Some say the coffee break was invented in New Orleans! Take a break, grab some coffee and a snack, and check in on the latest resources from Diversity Abroad. |
1:45-2:45pm CST | Lagniappe Chats |
2:45-3:45pm CST | Exhibitor Hour |
5:00-5:30pm CST | Celebrate Music from New Orleans with Big Sam's Funky Nation! |
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11:15-11:30am CST | Welcome Remarks, Education in Ireland followed by a Coffee & Beignets Break |
11:30am-12:00pm CST | Critical Issues Sessions
Utilizing Your Unique Perspective as a Key for Professional Growth
Diverse professionals, including professionals with disabilities, have many unique experiences to share within the international education field. Come learn about professional opportunities to not only benefit yourself, but to also further advance the field at the same time.
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Ending Gendered Workplace Thought in International Education
Coming out in the workplace can be a difficult process- coming out as an identity that colleagues may need educated on seems outright impossible. I will discuss my own personal experiences of coming out as a non-binary trans person, the perceptions of gender, and the role of allyship not just for students but colleagues in an international culture focused industry.
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From Dream to Reality: First-Generation Study Abroad
This session will add to strategies to dismantle barriers related to student success by informing participants about a successful first-generation study abroad program that was implemented at Washington State University in 2014. The success of the 1st Gen Abroad program is due to the partnerships built across student affairs and academic affairs and the diverse backgrounds of our committee and traveling advisors. To date we've had 110 first-generation students participate in this study abroad experience.
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Missing Abroad: Latinx Students at Hispanic-Serving Institutions in Study Abroad
Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) are those colleges and universities that enroll a minimum of 25% Latinx students. However, even though these institutions enroll a disproportionate number of Latinx students, they only account for approximately 7% of all Latinx students going abroad. Thus, this session explores the resources, individual challenges, and institutional obstacles that play a role in enrollment of Latinx students HSIs in study abroad programs.
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The Colonial Present: Cultural Imperialism in International Education
Through intercultural exchange programs and institutional partnerships, global education acts as a site of interplay between cultural and educational values. What cultural values are transmitted and reflected in prevalent international and institutional internationalization strategies? How do those values perpetuate continuity between the colonial past and current global hierarchies that continues to reproduce a Eurocentric ideology? What possibilities does a critical and postcolonial analysis offer for decolonizing international education frameworks and practices?
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Pursuing Reciprocity: Ethical Engagement with Global Partners
In this session, examples of decolonized programming that amplifies indigenous voices and engages reciprocally with marginalized communities will be presented, along with suggestions for reframing the marketing of locations that are posited as "developing" relative to so-called "developed" countries. This approach to decolonizing international education equips students to truly be ethical global citizens and incorporates stakeholders both in the US and abroad in the process.
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12:00-1:00pm CST | Poster Community
Andiamo! Let's Explore LGBTQ+ Culture in Italy
Italy consistently ranks as one of the most popular destinations for education abroad students. Learn ways to connect students to the local LGBTQ+ culture and prepare them for what to expect in terms of attitudes, culture, and safety in Italy. Join this poster session for a dialogue on events, organizations, regulations, regional differences, and more.
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Global Professionals: Designing Innovative Programs
Now more than ever, it is critical that we expose our students to other cultures and help them gain a global perspective in their professions. Xavier University of Louisiana is an institution which is helping close the disparity gap for minority students abroad, and we will share our tactics for success.
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Beyond the Grand Tour: Designing Inclusive Faculty-led Study Abroad Courses
Short-term faculty-led courses are a rapidly growing form of study abroad. While students usually go through some form of intercultural pre-departure orientation, the academic part of these experiences remains beholden to more traditional, normative combinations of traveling and learning. This session describes how Agnes Scott's faculty development workshops center inclusion and diversity from course design to student placement and to risk management. Attendees will leave with a toolkit for implementing practices at their home institution.
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Study Abroad at an HSI: Supporting Student Success Initiatives
This doctoral research study collected quantitative data at a Hispanic-Serving Institution in Northern California in order to determine if study abroad programming, as a high-impact educational practice (HIP), had any correlation with the campus's efforts to improve graduation completion and retention rates, and to eliminate equity gaps amongst its historically underserved student populations.
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Pathways Abroad for Students with Intellectual Disabilities
Every day students with intellectual disabilities participate in classes, extracurricular activities and social life alongside non-disabled students in university settings. Why not international exchange? Explore the current landscape of Comprehensive Transition Programs (CTPs) that support students with intellectual disabilities in higher education across the U.S. Then find examples of students who have studied or volunteered abroad and the strategies that made their experiences inclusive. Finally, learn how YOU can get involved in these pioneering programs!
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Beyond the Buzzwords: Inclusive Excellence in Educator Hiring and Training
Looking through a lens of equity and inclusion focusing on racial identity and whiteness, "Beyond the Buzzwords" examines The Experiment in International Living's practices in hiring and training program leaders on short-term exchanges abroad for secondary school students. Drawing upon principles of experiential learning, identity development abroad, and social justice education theories, the framework comprises three core areas: access (diversity of the educator cohort), awareness (critical identity self-reflection), and action (equitable and inclusive practices).
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Culturally Responsive Teaching Strategies Suitable for HBCUs Study Abroad Programs
Are you an educator at an MSI that has interest in learning how to engage student learning and motivation to study abroad? Join this session to learn culturally responsive teaching and learning strategies that are effective with engagement of minority students.
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Trans Passport Day: Advising & Programming to Support Trans/Non-Binary Folks
When properly trained, international education advisors can provide important guidance for LGBTQIA students traveling abroad. Additionally, these advisors are well-positioned to support transgender and non-binary students in obtaining updated identification documents such as passports. Learn how colleagues from an LGBTQIA center and a study abroad office collaborated to train international advisors to work with LGBTQIA students.The panel will also discuss the creation of the Trans Visibility Passport Day to support transgender and non-binary individuals.
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Realities, Opportunities, and Challenges of Gender Inclusive Housing Abroad
It is important to consider the host country's cultural attitude towards gender identity. With at home university policies that support gender inclusive housing, this session will provide an insight into university specific policies, challenges and possibility of gender inclusive housing on campus and specifically abroad. Specific experiential case studies will be discussed and guided with session facilitators.
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Leveraging Faculty to Increase Study Abroad Participation Amongst Underrepresented Students
Increasing study abroad participation among underrepresented students is a conversation common to EA offices today. However, with over 70% of IE professionals having a homogeneous racial background, how can IE staff recruit minority students if they aren't leading by example? Drawing from the pool of diverse faculty on campus can aid IE offices in recruiting. Faculty members are in a unique position to create intentional programming and play an integral role in reaching underrepresented populations.
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Marketing Education Abroad Opportunities Through the #BlackTravelMovement
Cultivating new relationships and epic explorations throughout the world has broadened the horizons of many, and possibly even your own. Freedoms are constantly redefined for people of color, and travel has become a conduit for exercising those freedoms. Instagram, specifically, has created a highlight of international exploration through "The Black Travel Movement." Join us on a journey of researching international travel necessities for students of color using social media engagement tactics and data.
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Engaging Alumni for Inclusive Student Support Resources
Alumni experience is often acknowledged as an important tool for both recruiting and supporting diverse participants in study abroad. But how can this experience be shared in an authentic and effective way? Since 2015, the Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Program's Alumni Support Network has facilitated unmediated conversations between participants and alumni of shared backgrounds and identities for additional support before, during, and after their experiences abroad. Join this conversation to learn about these experiences.
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A Social Justice Curriculum for English Language Learners
In my work as an ESL teacher and department chair over the past two years, I designed an exemplar ESL curriculum for high school students. This curriculum is rooted in social justice theory and is also tied to the Common Core standards as well as to the WIDA Can Do descriptors. This curriculum develops students in all four language domains while exploring topics of identity, immigration, gentrification, workplace bias, etc.
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Missing Populations in Study Abroad: Students with Kids
As International Educators, we aspire to build programs that meet the needs of our students and their identities. However, there is a population most of us miss. Nearly one quarter of college students have dependents, or children, that they are caring for as they pursue a degree. This session will discuss students who have children, the barriers that prevent their participation in our programs, and highlight campus structures that have enabled them to study abroad.
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Pathways Abroad for Students with Intellectual Disabilities
Every day students with intellectual disabilities participate in classes, extracurricular activities and social life alongside non-disabled students in university settings. Why not international exchange? Explore the current landscape of Comprehensive Transition Programs (CTPs) that support students with intellectual disabilities in higher education across the U.S. Then find examples of students who have studied or volunteered abroad and the strategies that made their experiences inclusive. Finally, learn how YOU can get involved in these pioneering programs!
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1:00-1:15pm CST | Closing Remarks - Andrew Gordon, CEO & Founder, Diversity Abroad |
Think Forward Summit - Systemic Racism & the Field of Global Education
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Championing Equity & Inclusion: Confronting Our Fears About Engaging in Racial Equity Work
The field of International Education is poised to undertake a serious commitment to undoing racial injustices that permeate the field and the larger Higher Education sector. This work will require each of us to consider our roles, take responsibility within our scope of influence, and prioritize racial equity in our institutions/organizations. In order to champion racial equity, we must examine the fears and unconscious biases that may be holding us back. This session will create space for this essential conversation and critical self-reflection.
Moderator Erica Ledesma - Diversity Abroad Panelists
Moving Beyond Performative Allyship - Dismantling Systemic Racism in Global Education
As our global communities continue to advocate for collective action against systemic racism, there has been an increase in expressions of solidarity for this important cause. Within Global Education, how can we do our part to dismantle systems that perpetuate racism without participating in performative allyship? What does real action entail in order for the field to make progress?
Moderator Arielle Gousse - Diversity Abroad Panelists
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12:00-1:30pm CST |
Racism, Xenophobia, and the International Student Experience
International Students bring valuable perspectives to our campuses and are an integral part of the student community. While not new, there has been a noticeable increase in racist and xenophobic attacks directed towards International Students on campuses in the United States and beyond. In this session, presenters will explore this reality and focus on opportunities for global educators to foster communities of belonging where International Students are positioned to thrive.
Moderator Joelle Tolifero - Diversity Abroad Panelists
A Global View on Systemic Racism (Latin America, Pacifica, Europe)
Systemic Racism is a global phenomenon that impacts students and professionals alike around the world. As we strive towards a more equitable future, what can we learn from global movements to combat systemic racism that can be applied within our own local contexts? This session will explore historical and modern-day realities of racism from a global perspective, with a focus on the following regions: Latin America, Pacifica, and Europe.
Moderator Wagaye Johannes - Diversity Abroad Panelists
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10:00-11:15am CST |
Think Forward Summit Wrap-Up: A More Equitable Future
Join Diversity Abroad and expert panelists as we look forward to a more equitable future within international education. This session will provide summative comments on the Virtual Diversity Abroad Conference and the Think Forward Summit, outline Diversity Abroad’s actionable goals related to racial equity for the coming year, and provide an open forum for attendees to share innovative ideas towards this end. Moderator Andrew Gordon, CEO & Founder - Diversity Abroad Panelists
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