Year: 2013

Guest Post: A U.S. Colleague’s Perspective on Vietnamese Students

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I’ve been involved in international education for a long time, having lived and worked in both the U.S. and overseas. I love what I do. I get to travel the world, meet wonderful students, supportive parents, and dedicated colleagues who are also interested in international education. In all of my years of travel, however, I had never … Continue reading Guest Post: A U.S. Colleague’s Perspective on Vietnamese Students

U.S. Commercial Service Weighs In On In-Country Representation

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In its latest Vietnam Market Education and Training update (PDF, June 2013) the U.S. Commercial Service includes among strategies that "have proven effective in marketing education services to Vietnam" this one: Appoint a Representative Local representation is essential for the success of any American schools in the Vietnamese market. Local students and parents tend to depend on … Continue reading U.S. Commercial Service Weighs In On In-Country Representation

Vietnam Ranks 9th in… Remittances

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According to the World Bank (PDF), officially recorded remittances to developing countries were estimated at $401 billion in 2012, and remain a key resource flow far exceeding official development assistance as well as private debt and portfolio equity.  Growth in remittances to developing countries decelerated to 5.3 percent in 2012, but is expected to accelerate to 8.8 percent … Continue reading Vietnam Ranks 9th in… Remittances

Vietnam Ranks 7th in… U.S. Immigration

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This has become an annual update about Vietnamese emigration to the U.S.  As I mentioned in a May 2012 post entitled Vietnam is a “Top Ten” Country in Another Category, Vietnam ranked 8th among all countries sending young people to study in the U.S. and 7th in another (unlikely), according to US Department of Homeland Security FY … Continue reading Vietnam Ranks 7th in… U.S. Immigration

At the forefront of international higher education

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On 5 April, a large group of colleagues, students and friends gathered in Boston to honour the career of Philip Altbach, director of the Center for International Higher Education and J Donald Monan SJ professor of higher education in the school of education at Boston College, US. He will retire from his professorship, but continue … Continue reading At the forefront of international higher education

Mitch Gordon of Go Overseas shares his entrepreneurial journey

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Reposted from DrEducation: International Higher Education Blog Mitch Gordon, Co-founder & CEO, Go Overseas Mitch Gordon is from upstate NY and lived in Taipei, Taiwan for four years before moving to San Francisco, where he currently resides. Mitch is an entrepreneur, starting a number of companies in the field of travel & education. His most recent … Continue reading Mitch Gordon of Go Overseas shares his entrepreneurial journey

Diplomas, Transcripts & Certificates – Sellin’ Like Hotcakes!

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Get 'em while they last!  (The only limit is the one your bank imposes on you...) Boost Your Job!  (Just pray your current or prospective employee doesn't check on the authenticity of your spanking new - and very fake - sheepskin.  Degree verification services, anyone?) Get Your Degree!  Why earn one when you can buy one!  Take advantage of our 25% … Continue reading Diplomas, Transcripts & Certificates – Sellin’ Like Hotcakes!

2013 NAFSA Conference Follow-Up

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I greatly appreciated the opportunity to meet with many colleagues at the NAFSA:  Association of International Educators annual conference in St. Louis.  I was gratified by the high level of interest in  Vietnam and the number of new schools that wish to recruit and engage in other activities here.  On a personal note, I was also happy to make my … Continue reading 2013 NAFSA Conference Follow-Up