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Recent Collegial Conversations
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Celebrating IEM Professional Emily Kirsch
This conversation, the first in a two-part series, celebrates an accomplished IEM professional. We spoke with Emily Kirsch, Director of International Relations and Partnerships for UCLA Extension and Academy Coach for NAFSA. Dr. Kirsch shares how she entered the field of international education, her sources of inspiration, and the importance of prioritizing professional development.
Moving Toward Humanistic People-Centered Approaches for Mental Health in Education Abroad
As education abroad programs rebound from the COVID-19 pandemic, there is a renewed focus on students' mental health. Join this wide-ranging conversation as leaders from the Education Abroad Knowledge Community discuss key concepts connected to diverse students' mental well-being while studying abroad.
Archive of Collegial Conversations
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