Podcasts about international students

International students have new concerns when applying to US MBA programs in 2026. Karthik Rajeswaran is the owner of MBALink, the premier MBA consultancy in Singapore. In this episode, Karthik shares his advice for international MBA applicants considering US MBA programs, including the current visa situation, application trends, and why now might actually be a great time to apply.  Achievable's GRE prep course uses AI-powered adaptive learning to target your weak areas and boost your score - visit https://achievable.me/exams/gre/overview/#s=podcast to try it for free.

หมายเหตุประเพทไทยสัปดาห์นี้ ประภาภูมิ เอี่ยมสม และปองขวัญ สวัสดิภักดิ์ ชวนสำรวจบทบาทของสื่อ Boys' Love (BL) ไทย ในฐานะเครื่องมือซอฟต์พาวเวอร์ ผ่านงานศึกษา Thai Boys' Love media as a means of Soft Power among International Students in Thailand (2025) ของ Daniela Agostinho จาก Lund University งานวิจัยชิ้นนี้ศึกษานักศึกษาต่างชาติและนักศึกษาแลกเปลี่ยนในกรุงเทพฯ เพื่อทำความเข้าใจว่า สื่อ BL ไทยไม่ใช่แค่ความบันเทิง แต่ทำหน้าที่สร้าง “ความคุ้นเคยทางอารมณ์” ต่อประเทศไทย จนมีผลต่อการตัดสินใจเลือกมาเรียนต่อ การเรียนภาษาไทย การเลือกสาขาอย่าง gender studies ไปจนถึงการย้ายถิ่นฐานเพื่อการศึกษา อ้างอิงนิยามซอฟต์พาวเวอร์ของ Joseph Nye จะเห็นว่า BL ทำหน้าที่โน้มน้าวผ่านความผูกพัน ไม่ใช่การบีบบังคับ โดยช่วยสร้างภาพจำเกี่ยวกับชีวิตมหาวิทยาลัย ค่านิยม วัฒนธรรม และความหลากหลายทางเพศของไทย รวมถึงช่วยลดอาการ cultural shock เมื่อเดินทางมาใช้ชีวิตจริง ขณะเดียวกัน ก็ไม่ควรมอง BL ในด้านโรแมนติกเพียงอย่างเดียว แต่ควรตั้งคำถามถึงช่องว่างระหว่าง “ภาพในซีรีส์” กับ “ความจริงของสังคมไทย” ทั้งเรื่องความเหลื่อมล้ำ ความสัมพันธ์ในรั้วมหาวิทยาลัย และการสนับสนุนเชิงโครงสร้างต่อสิทธิความหลากหลายทางเพศ พร้อมอภิปรายแนวคิด “ปิตาธิปไตยแบบผ่อนปรน” (Moderated Heteropatriarchy) ที่ชี้ว่า BL ไทยเปิดพื้นที่จินตนาการได้ แต่ยังหลีกเลี่ยงการเมืองเรื่องสิทธิอย่างจริงจัง ช่วงท้ายพูดถึงงานของ Thomas Baudinette เรื่อง Celebrity, Fans, and Transnational Asian Queer Popular Culture ที่มองว่า BL ไทยได้ก้าวจากการรับอิทธิพลญี่ปุ่นและเกาหลีใต้ ไปสู่การเป็นศูนย์กลางวัฒนธรรมเควียร์แบบข้ามชาติ ผลิต “BL Machine” ที่เชื่อมโยงอุตสาหกรรมบันเทิง การท่องเที่ยว การศึกษา และการทูตวัฒนธรรมเข้าด้วยกัน พร้อมเสนอมุมมอง BL ไทยในฐานะซอฟต์พาวเวอร์ที่ทั้งทรงพลัง ซับซ้อน และควรถูกมองอย่างวิพากษ์ไปพร้อมกัน #Boyslove #ซีรีส์วาย #หมายเหตุประเพทไทย

Labour is hesitant to put their support behind an India FTA without the government meeting certain conditions. It says free trade is a net positive, but agreements shouldn't cause harm to New Zealand - which is what we risk with this FTA. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Good day ladies and gentlemen, this is IRC news, and I am Joy Stephen, an authorized Canadian Immigration practitioner bringing out this weekly PNP selection summary. I am coming to you from the Polinsys studios in Cambridge, OntarioThis week, 3,749 candidates were selected under Canada's Provincial Nominee Program, with draws held in Alberta, British Columbia, New Brunswick, and Ontario between January 26 and February 4, 2026.Alberta conducted multiple draws this week across different pathways. Invitations were issued through the Dedicated Health Care Pathway for both Express Entry and non-Express Entry candidates, the Accelerated Tech Pathway under Alberta Express Entry, and the Alberta Opportunity Stream, with a total of 1,169 invitations issued between January 26 and February 2, 2026.British Columbia held a Skills Immigration draw on February 4, 2026, issuing a total of 429 invitations to eligible candidates.New Brunswick conducted two draws on February 2, 2026, issuing invitations through the Express Entry Stream and the Strategic Initiative, with a combined total of 326 invitations.Ontario held multiple Employer Job Offer draws on February 2, 2026. Invitations were issued under the In-Demand Skills, International Student, and Foreign Worker streams, with selections covering various score ranges and a total of 1,825 invitations issued.You can always access past weekly PNP selection news by visiting this link: https://myar.me/tag/pnpw. Please be aware by deducting the picks of a province from the total quotas assigned to the province, you can derive the future expected selection from the province.Furthermore, if you are interested in gaining comprehensive insights into the Provincial Express Entry Federal pool Canadian Permanent Residence Program or other Canadian Federal or Provincial Immigration programs, or if you require guidance after your selection, we cordially invite you to connect with us through https://myar.me/c. We highly recommend participating in our complimentary Zoom resource meetings, which take place every Thursday. We kindly request you to carefully review the available resources. Should any questions arise, our team of Canadian Authorized Representatives is readily available to address your concerns during the weekly AR's Q&A session held on Fridays. You can find the details for both of these meetings at https://myar.me/zoom. Our dedicated team is committed to providing you with professional assistance throughout the immigration process. Additionally, IRCNews offers valuable insights on selecting a qualified representative to advocate on your behalf with the Canadian Federal or Provincial governments, which can be accessed at https://ircnews.ca/consultant.Support the show

Good day ladies and gentlemen, this is IRC news, I am Joy Stephen, a certified Canadian Immigration practitioner, and I bring to you this Provincial News Bulletin from the province of Ontario. This recording originates from the Polinsys studios in Cambridge, Ontario.The Province of Ontario selected potential PNP nominees under Employer Job Offer: International Student on February 2, 2026. The province held a draw on February 2, 2026, issuing 26 invitations to candidates with a provincial score of 69 and above.You can always access past news from the Province of Ontario by visiting this link: https://myar.me/tag/on/.Furthermore, if you are interested in gaining comprehensive insights into the Provincial Express Entry Federal pool Canadian Permanent Residence Program or other Canadian Federal or Provincial Immigration programs, or if you require guidance after your selection, we cordially invite you to connect with us through https://myar.me/c.We highly recommend participating in our complimentary Zoom resource meetings, which take place every Thursday. We kindly request you to carefully review the available resources. Should any questions arise, our team of Canadian Authorized Representatives is readily available to address your concerns during the weekly AR's Q&A session held on Fridays. You can find the details for both of these meetings at https://myar.me/zoom.Our dedicated team is committed to providing you with professional assistance throughout the immigration process. Additionally, IRCNews offers valuable insights on selecting a qualified representative to advocate on your behalf with the Canadian Federal or Provincial governments, which can be accessed at https://ircnews.ca/consultant.Support the show

We bring you the top local stories of the week with WXXI News staff. First, the University of Rochester and RIT are seeing a significant drop in international student enrollment. Investigations and enterprise editor Brian Sharp discusses the impact of Trump administration policies on college campuses. Then, reporter Gino Fanelli has been investigating the price tag for Rochester Police Department overtime shifts. He explains what he learned and what it means for the community. And finally, from "Mean" Joe Green sharing a Coke, to Apple's "1984" computer, to the Budweiser Clydesdales, what are the Super Bowl commercials that stand out in your mind? A local sociology researcher explains why certain ads stick, what to look for when it comes to trends, and the cultural significance of Super Bowl commercials. Brian Sharp, investigations and enterprise editor for WXXI News Gino Fanelli, investigations and City Hall reporter for WXXI News Kyle Green, Ph.D., associate professor in the Department of Sociology at SUNY Brockport ---Connections is supported by listeners like you. Head to our donation page to become a WXXI member today, support the show, and help us close the gap created by the rescission of federal funding.---Connections airs every weekday from noon-2 p.m. Join the conversation with questions or comments by phone at 1-844-295-TALK (8255) or 585-263-9994, email, Facebook or Twitter. Connections is also livestreamed on the WXXI News YouTube channel each day. You can watch live or access previous episodes here.---Do you have a story that needs to be shared? Pitch your story to Connections.

University students in Australia, including more than 800,000 from overseas, are preparing for a new academic year. However, many from Iran are facing financial hardship while also grieving lives lost during recent protests.

In this episode of Finn-ish: Tales of Integration, we explore how students at the University of Turku gain practical experience and connect with companies through the UNICOM+ project. Your host, Nour Naderi, a master's student in Human Neuroscience and an international student ambassador, sits down with two inspiring guests who share their insights on building career skills and navigating the Finnish workforce:

Professor George Williams was uninterested in school, instead spending his time melting down lead to sell to a nearby scrap yard. Then a special primary school teacher gave him permanent detention, which changed his life.Growing up in Sydney, he was the rebellious child of a single mum who worked in a fruit shop to support the family.George was so disruptive at primary school that no teacher wanted him in class.At first he was flabbergasted at the unfairness of this punishment, but with this teacher's undivided attention, George began to enjoy learning and found that he was smart.His grades improved, and George became interested in studying Law.He has had a long career in Constitutional Law and working in university leadership.This episode was produced by Alice Moldovan. The Executive Producer is Nicola Harrison.It explores tertiary education, international students, online learning, lectures, tutorials, the casual workforce, academics, higher learning, lifelong learning, sandstone universities, student debt, HECS, affordable learning and poverty.To binge even more great episodes of the Conversations podcast with Richard Fidler and Sarah Kanowski go the ABC listen app (Australia) or wherever you get your podcasts. There you'll find hundreds of the best thought-provoking interviews with authors, writers, artists, politicians, psychologists, musicians, and celebrities.

Drop us a message!Join Lauren Salisbury, Marketing Manager at QA Higher Education, as she shares practical advice for marketers building their careers and reaching global audiences.Learn the key skills and habits that accelerate early-career growth. Discover how to market effectively to international students, adapt messaging across cultures, and keep your brand consistent.Plus, we're also speaking to Phil Treagus-Evans, CEO at Giraffe Social, to get his thoughts on why audiences want to see the people behind brands. From employee spotlights to behind-the-scenes content, discover how to make corporate brands feel more human and relatable.Want to be featured on the pod? Drop us a voice note on Instagram at @GiraffeSM. About Giraffe Social's Social in 10 Podcast Giraffe Social is a multi-disciplined digital marketing agency specialising in social media marketing based on the South Coast of the United Kingdom. We work with a wide range of industries, spanning from Fintech and L&D, to Beauty and Retail. Social in 10 is a weekly podcast about all things digital marketing. We discuss all the things social media managers want to know, including the latest platform updates, emerging trends, campaign ideas, and best practices to help you stay ahead of the curve. Whether you're managing multiple clients or growing your brand in-house, each episode is packed with actionable insights… all delivered in under ten minutes. Hosted by the Giraffe Social team, this is your fast, fun, no-fluff guide to making sense of social. New episodes every week, so tune in and level up your marketing game!

A new report has revealed that some Australian universities are using private companies to operate their CBD campuses, with a large number of these campuses almost exclusively full of international students.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

News & developments:- Global agent survey highlights the most important factors influencing study abroad decisions- The ChatGPT Generation: How AI Is quietly rewriting the global student search experienceMain topic:Stop losing applicants: How qualification recognition drives seamless international enrolmentwithNoah W. SobeChief of Section, Higher EducationUNESCOEsther T. Benjamin CEO and Executive DirectorWorld Education Services (WES)Craig Riggs Editor in Chief ICEF MonitorMartijn van de Veen (host)CBDOICEF

Medical schools that accept international students are limited, and the admissions process is more competitive than many applicants realize. In this episode, we break down how schools evaluate international applicants, what academic and experiential factors matter most, and how to build a realistic, strategic school list if you're applying as a non-U.S. student. Like the podcast? Schedule a Free Initial Consultation with our team: https://bemo.ac/podbr-BeMoFreeConsult   Don't forget to subscribe to our channel and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for more great tips and other useful information!   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BeMoAcademicConsultingInc Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bemoacademicconsulting Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bemo_academic_consulting/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/BeMo_AC TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bemoacademicconsulting  

A high-stakes debate in Congress will likely determine whether Affordable Care Act premiums stay affordable. Will there be a resolution before this year's final enrollment deadline on Thursday?Call: 813-755-6562Message: FloridaMatters@wusf.orgWebsite: https://www.wusf.orgSign up for our daily newsletter: https://www.wusf.org/wakeupcall-newsletterFollow us on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WUSFInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/wusfpublicmedia/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsN1ZItTKcJ4AGsBIni35gg

Good day ladies and gentlemen, this is IRC news, and I am Joy Stephen, an authorized Canadian Immigration practitioner bringing out this monthly PNP snapshot. I am coming to you from the Polinsys studios in Cambridge, Ontario This month, 7 Provinces picked 5,449 candidates for possible Provincial Nominations. The following Provinces picked Candidates: Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec Let's start with  Alberta. Alberta conducted two draws under its Dedicated Health Care Pathway. On November 21, 2025, 68 candidates were invited through the Express Entry stream, followed by 39 candidates under the non-Express Entry stream on November 24, 2025. For more details and updates, visit https://polinsys.co/aby. Next is British Columbia. British Columbia held multiple draws in December. On December 10, 410 candidates were invited under the Skills Immigration program. On December 16, 17 candidates were selected under the Entrepreneur Immigration Base Stream, and fewer than five candidates under the Entrepreneur Immigration Regional Stream. For more details and updates, visit https://polinsys.co/bcy. Moving on to Manitoba. Manitoba issued invitations through several Skilled Worker draws. On December 5, 184 candidates were invited. This was followed by 63 invitations on December 18. On December 31, Manitoba invited 68 candidates under the Skilled Worker Stream and 353 candidates under Skilled Worker in Manitoba. For more details and updates, visit https://polinsys.co/mby. Now, let's look at New Brunswick. New Brunswick conducted three selections. On November 16, 35 candidates were invited under the Express Entry Employment in New Brunswick stream. On December 9, 102 candidates were selected through the Skilled Worker stream for New Brunswick experience and graduates, along with 8 invitations under the Francophone Express Entry stream. For more details and updates, visit https://polinsys.co/nby. Next up is Ontario. Ontario conducted a series of Employer Job Offer draws on December 10 and December 11, inviting candidates across multiple streams and score ranges. These selections focused on addressing Ontario's labour market needs by targeting foreign workers, international students, and in-demand occupations. On December 10, Ontario issued invitations under the Foreign Worker stream and the International Student stream, with varying score thresholds. The province also invited candidates under the In-Demand Skills stream, with minimum scores starting at 30 points and above. Ontario continued its selections on December 11, once again inviting candidates under the Employer Job Offer streams. Invitations were issued to Foreign Worker and International Student candidates across several score ranges, along with additional invitations under the In-Demand Skills stream. Overall, Ontario issued more than 2,000 invitations across these two days, making it one of the most active provinces during this period. For more details and updates, visit https://polinsys.co/ony. Let's continue with Prince Edward Island. Prince Edward Island invited 166 candidates on December 15, followed by 13 additional invitations on December 23, through its Labour and Express Entry Invitations. For more details and updates, visit https://polinsys.co/pey. Finally, we have Quebec.  Quebec conducted major selections on December 4, issuing invitations across four streams. These included 605 candidates under Highly Qualified and Specialized Skills, 604 candidates under Intermediate and MaSupport the show

The victim's mother, Evelyn Gonzales, flew to Australia immediately to arrange the repatriation of her son's remains. - Lumipad agad sa Australia ang ina ng biktima na si Evelyn Gonzales upang asikasuhin ang pag-uwi ng labi.

Scammers are offering international students 'quick cash,' but accepting it can connect them to criminals. - Inaalok ng mga scammer ang mga international student na nagpapasya kung mananatili sa Australia o uuwi sa kanilang bansa ng pera o "quick cash", ngunit ang pagtanggap nito ay maaaring mag-ugnay sa kanila sa mga scammer.

International Students contributed more to the GDP than the entire auto industry. Now the country doesn't want them anymore Matt Speirs reads Canada Held the Door Open for International Students. Then Slammed It in Their Face About AMIAMI is a not-for-profit media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians who are blind or partially sighted. Operating three broadcast services, AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French, AMI's vision is to establish and support a voice for Canadians with disabilities, representing their interests, concerns and values through inclusion, representation, accessible media, reflection, representation and portrayal.Find more great AMI Original Content on AMI+Learn more at AMI.caConnect with Accessible Media Inc. online:X /Twitter @AccessibleMediaInstagram @AccessibleMediaInc / @AMI-audioFacebook at @AccessibleMediaIncTikTok @AccessibleMediaIncEmail feedback@ami.ca Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Finding a job in Australia is more than just submitting a resume. Learn the reality of job hunting, the importance of a strong resume, and the challenges faced by Filipino international students. - Sa Australia, ang paghahanap ng trabaho ay higit pa sa pagpapasa ng resume. Alamin ang realidad ng job hunting, ang kahalagahan ng maayos na resume, at ang hamon ng mga Filipino international student.

International student Jeica Dimatatac is spending Christmas in Australia while her child is in the Philippines making the season even harder now that she is a mother. - Ginunita ng international student na si Jeica Dimatatac ang Pasko sa Australia na malayo sa kanyang anak. Bagama't mahirap, nilalabanan niya ang pangungulila.

There has been a 19% drop in the number of international students arriving in the U.S. compared to last year, according to government data. Education journalist Kavitha Cardoza talks about the impact of the Trump administration on international students. Then, Esther Phillips was a hugely popular teenage R&B singer who, in 1962, recorded the top-10 hit "Release Me." That success would lead to the album "The Country Side of Esther Phillips." But the record fell into obscurity. Journalist Michael Hall talks about Phillips' legacy. And, this Sunday marks 50 years since the original iconic Hail Mary football play. Hall of Fame receiver Drew Pearson relives the moment.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Some people help newly arrived international students in Australia. One of them is Kate Mausisa, a Filipina and co-founder of the "Welcome Po Kayo Foundation" in South Australia, who supports new students. - May mga taong handang tumulong sa mga bagong dating na international student sa Australia. Isa na rito si Kate Mausisa, isang Filipina at co-founder ng "Welcome Po Kayo Foundation" sa South Australia, na nagbibigay ng suporta sa mga bagong estudyante.

Life as a college student may already be difficult, but imagine moving to a new country and going to school! Tune into this week's episode where we have some special guests sharing their stories on their international experience! Listen to us wherever you find your podcasts - Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0NcCxKgjXpR2wrJNZ5NoxU Our Podcast site - https://ohlonenotetoself.libsyn.com/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@ohlonenotetoself8512

Good day ladies and gentlemen, this is IRC news, and I am Joy Stephen, an authorized Canadian Immigration practitioner bringing out this weekly PNP selection summary. I am coming to you from the Polinsys studios in Cambridge, Ontario  This week, the following Provinces picked 4,329 Candidates for PNP nominations:  British Columbia, Ontario, Quebec.   The summary of this week's picks are:  Let's start with British Columbia. On December 10, 2025, British Columbia invited 410 candidates under the Skills Immigration program.  Visit https://polinsys.co/bcy for more updates about British Columbia.  Next, let's move to Ontario.  On December 10, 2025, Ontario held multiple draws under the Employer Job Offer streams. Under the Foreign Worker stream, 29 invitations were issued with a score range of 45 and above, and 398 invitations with 49 and above.  For the International Student stream, 33 candidates were invited with scores 63 and above, and 659 candidates with scores 73 and above.  Meanwhile, 14 invitations were issued under the In-Demand Skills stream with a score range of 30 and above.  Visit https://polinsys.co/ony for more updates about Ontario.  Ontario continued with more selections. On December 11, 2025, Ontario continued issuing invitations.  For the Foreign Worker stream, invitations were issued to 89 candidates with scores 54 and above, 29 candidates with 51 and above, 103 candidates also with 51 and above, and 84 candidates with 49 and above.  Under the International Student stream, 93 and 39 candidates were invited with scores 77 and above, 136 candidates with 73 and above, and 105 candidates with 71 and above.  For the In-Demand Skills stream, 123 and 115 candidates were invited with scores 30 and above.” Visit https://polinsys.co/ony for more updates about Ontario.    Now, let's head to Quebec. On December 4, 2025, Quebec held multiple selection rounds. 605 candidates were invited under Highly Qualified and Specialized Skills, 604 candidates under Intermediate and Manual Skills, 649 candidates under Regulated Professions, and 12 candidates under Exceptional Talent.  Visit https://polinsys.co/qcy for more updates about Quebec.   For more details, check the PNP video link in the description. Stay informed with weekly PNP updates at myar.me/tag/pnpw.    You can always access past weekly PNP selection news by visiting this link: https://myar.me/tag/pnpw.  Please be aware by deducting the picks of a province from the total quotas assigned to the province, you can derive the future expected selection from the province. Furthermore, if you are interested in gaining comprehensive insights into the Provincial Express Entry Federal pool Canadian Permanent Residence Program or other Canadian Federal or Provincial Immigration programs, or if you require guidance afteSupport the show

Good day ladies and gentlemen, this is IRC news, I am Joy Stephen, a certified Canadian Immigration practitioner, and I bring to you this Provincial News Bulletin from the province of Ontario. This recording originates from the Polinsys studios in Cambridge, Ontario. The Province of Ontario has selected candidates under the Employer Job Offer: International Student stream on December 11, 2025: 93 invitations for a lowest score of 77, 39 invitations for a lowest score of 77, 136 invitations for a lowest score of 73, and 105 invitations for a lowest score of 71 You can always access past news from the Province of Ontario by visiting this link: https://myar.me/tag/on/. Furthermore, if you are interested in gaining comprehensive insights into the Provincial Express Entry Federal pool Canadian Permanent Residence Program or other Canadian Federal or Provincial Immigration programs, or if you require guidance after your selection, we cordially invite you to connect with us through https://myar.me/c. We highly recommend participating in our complimentary Zoom resource meetings, which take place every Thursday. We kindly request you to carefully review the available resources. Should any questions arise, our team of Canadian Authorized Representatives is readily available to address your concerns during the weekly AR's Q&A session held on Fridays. You can find the details for both of these meetings at https://myar.me/zoom. Our dedicated team is committed to providing you with professional assistance throughout the immigration process. Additionally, IRCNews offers valuable insights on selecting a qualified representative to advocate on your behalf with the Canadian Federal or Provincial governments, which can be accessed at https://ircnews.ca/consultant.Support the show

 Good day ladies and gentlemen, this is IRC news, I am Joy Stephen, a certified Canadian Immigration practitioner, and I bring to you this Provincial News Bulletin from the province of Ontario. This recording originates from the Polinsys studios in Cambridge, Ontario.  Ontario has selected 33 and 659 candidates under the Employer Job Offer: International Student stream on December 10, 2025. The lowest provincial scores were 63 and 73 respectively. You can always access past news from the Province of Ontario by visiting this link: https://myar.me/tag/on/. Furthermore, if you are interested in gaining comprehensive insights into the Provincial Express Entry Federal pool Canadian Permanent Residence Program or other Canadian Federal or Provincial Immigration programs, or if you require guidance after your selection, we cordially invite you to connect with us through https://myar.me/c. We highly recommend participating in our complimentary Zoom resource meetings, which take place every Thursday. We kindly request you to carefully review the available resources. Should any questions arise, our team of Canadian Authorized Representatives is readily available to address your concerns during the weekly AR's Q&A session held on Fridays. You can find the details for both of these meetings at https://myar.me/zoom. Our dedicated team is committed to providing you with professional assistance throughout the immigration process. Additionally, IRCNews offers valuable insights on selecting a qualified representative to advocate on your behalf with the Canadian Federal or Provincial governments, which can be accessed at https://ircnews.ca/consultant.Support the show

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Mary Grace Punzalan-Jimenez, a former international student in Australia, shared how she faced the challenges of giving birth, studying, and working in the country while her children had to stay in the Philippines. - Ibinahagi ni Mary Grace Punzalan-Jimenez, isang dating international student sa Australia, kung paano niya hinarap ang mga hamon sa panganganak noon, pag-aaral at pagtatrabaho sa bansa habang ang kanyang mga anak ay kinailangan munang iwan sa Pilipinas.

Everybody Move Series: Migration Stories from our Community. This weekly series profiles the migration stories of members of our community, whether the migration be their own stories of that of their parents or grandparents, and reminds us that migration touches us all, as it is a part of the human experience. This episode is a part of Season 2 of the Everybody Moves series. Season 2 features stories collected and produced by a team of students at the University at Albany. This week we feature Hura from Iran.

Everybody Move Series: Migration Stories from our Community. This weekly series profiles the migration stories of members of our community, whether the migration be their own stories of that of their parents or grandparents, and reminds us that migration touches us all, as it is a part of the human experience. This episode is a part of Season 2 of the Everybody Moves series. Season 2 features stories collected and produced by a team of students at the University at Albany. This week we feature Jay from Singapore.

We are thrilled to introduce a new partnership for our Study & Play USA families: The Hidden Opponent! Listen as we sit down with NCAA Division I runner Vicky Datta from The Hidden Opponent to unpack the hidden realities of college sport as an international and the power of a community that says 'it's okay not to be okay'.German athlete Vicky explains how The Hidden Opponent is breaking stigma with practical action: campus captains, mental health game days, and resources that make support easy to find. She shares candid stories about moving from Germany to the United States, adjusting to new training loads and gym work, and navigating the business side of American college athletics where results can impact coaching jobs. Her playbook is clear and compassionate: communicate early, ask for help, and keep your identity bigger than your performance.Claire and Vicky cover:American athletes generally come into college knowing what to expect vs internationals not always knowingA lot of your American teammates may not know what you don't know Victoria's experience with being injured for 6 months and how she dealt with that mentally and physicallyCollege can be an amazing experience but also hard at the same time - both things can coexistSpeaking up can be hard, but it is so important to speak up if you need helpThe importance of familiarising yourself with the gym before heading over to college for the first timeVicky's biggest takeaway lands with heart: sport is a business, but your self-worth is not. When injuries occur or homesickness hits, stay connected to your team, lean on counselling, and let team community carry you through the hard bits. The Hidden Opponent's expanding international chapter proves that vulnerability travels; when others share openly, you don't have to. If this conversation helps you or someone you love, subscribe, share it with a teammate or parent, and leave a review so more athletes can find the support they deserve.Vicky Datta Instagram: @victoriadatta_ The Hidden Opponent - The Founder's Ted Talk: youtube.com/watch/?vSdk7pLpblls

In this episode, Levy Research Scholar Aashima Sinha sits down with University of Massachusetts Amherst Professor Emerita and Levy Senior Scholar Nancy Folbre to discuss how feminist economics is reshaping our understanding of well-being, care, and inequality—from new measures that value household production to the challenges of integrating gender and care work into macroeconomics. They discuss fiscal and political barriers to gender-equitable policy, major data gaps (and efforts to fix them), and how patriarchy and capitalism reinforce each other across global contexts. Further reading:  Integrating Nonmarket Consumption into the Bureau of Labor Statistics Consumer Expenditure Survey, by A. Zacharias, F. Rios-Avila, N. Folbre, and T. Masterson The Care Board, University of Kansas A Data Infrastructure for Measuring the Care Economy, National Academies of Science, Engineering, and Medicine "Unmasking Hidden Poverty in America: The Role of Time Deficits," by A. Zacharias, F. Rios-Avila, T. Masterson, and A. Sinha "Measuring Care: Gender, Empowerment, and the Care Economy," by N. Folbre   Applications for the Levy Institute Graduate Programs in Economic Theory and Policy are open. For more information and to start your application, please visit: https://www.bard.edu/levygrad/. The early decision deadline to apply is January 15, 2026. The regular decision deadline is April 15, 2026. *International Student should apply by March 15th to allow time for securing a visa.* All applicants are eligible for financial aid. Financial aid is awarded based on each individual's merits and accomplishments both inside and outside the classroom.  

An urgent warning has been issued to international students departing Australia to not sell their bank accounts and ID to criminals. The Australian Federal Police says students are offered 'quick cash' - but accepting it could see them indelibly linked to crime networks. - পড়াশোনা শেষে অস্ট্রেলিয়া ছেড়ে দেশে ফেরার প্রস্তুতিতে থাকা আন্তর্জাতিক শিক্ষার্থীদের উদ্দেশে একটি জরুরি সতর্কবার্তা জারি করা হয়েছে যাতে বলা হয়েছে নিজেদের ব্যাংক অ্যাকাউন্ট ও পরিচয়পত্র অপরাধীদের কাছে বিক্রি করবেন না। অস্ট্রেলিয়ান ফেডারেল পুলিশ (AFP) বলছে, এর মাধ্যমে শিক্ষার্থীদের ‘দ্রুত টাকা' দেওয়ার প্রলোভন দেখানো হয়। কিন্তু এতে জড়ালে তারা অপরাধী চক্রের সঙ্গে স্থায়ীভাবে জড়িয়ে পড়তে পারেন।

Teacher: Dan Russell Download Sermon Notes  Watch Episode Give Online: http://westgatechapel.org/give Connect With Us: http://westgatechapel.org/connect Chapters (00:00:01) - There's Joy in the House of the Lord(00:06:30) - Praise the Name that Makes a Way(00:17:10) - Waldgate Chapel celebrates 170 International Students last week(00:21:05) - Wonders of the World Prayer(00:23:06) - What Does it Look Like to Be Together the Church?(00:25:49) - Romans 10, Verse 13(00:26:58) - Romans 10:13(00:29:20) - Paul reminds us of the spiritual condition of the world(00:34:21) - 3 Things We Need to Know About Desperate People(00:37:02) - Paul's message for those who have never heard about Jesus(00:42:00) - Paul on Preaching (3)(00:46:10) - God's Calling to Speak the Gospel(00:49:30) - Paul on Preaching Unless They're Sent(00:54:34) - Working together as a church(00:56:33) - Paul on the Feet of Those Who Bring Good News(01:00:20) - Preparing the Way for the King's Coming(01:08:17) - Acts Step 6

In this deeply personal and refreshingly honest episode, hosts Zhitong Li and Phoebe Chen sit down with pianist and UCL Management Science student Kaito Mizukoshi for a conversation that flows between introspection, culture, and the unexpected rhythms of life with ADHD. Kaito opens up about receiving his ADHD diagnosis in London, years after growing up in Japan where the condition is often overlooked—or even quietly associated with success. He shares how this new understanding reshaped the way he studies, practices music, and takes care of himself, revealing the strategies, struggles, and surprising gifts that come with a restless mind. From five-hour piano practice sessions to battling distraction during coursework, from navigating UCL as an international student to finding connection across cultural gaps, Kaito reflects on identity, belonging, and the power of self-knowledge. The trio dive into stigma, romanticisation of mental health, friendship, and the small but meaningful ways we learn to work with—not against—our own nature. Set to the delicate beauty of Debussy performed by Kaito himself, this episode is an intimate look at how one student turns introspection into empowerment and transforms challenge into creativity. Credits: Date of episode recording: 2024-07-04 Duration: 00:40:58 Language of episode: english Presenter: Zhitong Li, Phoebe Chen Guests: Kaito Mizukoshi Producer: takoua jendoubi Podcast Owner: Takoua Jendoubi

On this episode of the Mission Matters Podcast, Matthew Ellison and Ted Esler talk with Ryan Finke, CEO of International Friendships, Inc. about why international student ministry is one of the most open doors in global missions and how local churches can step into it with simple hospitality and friendship. Finke explains that 70–80% of international students never enter an American home even though most want an American friend, and he shares how IFI connects volunteers with students to ease culture shock, answer spiritual questions, and spark disciple-making that reaches families and marketplaces worldwide. The conversation covers shifting enrollment trends (fewer Chinese students, rising Indian students), the need for cross-cultural training, practical ways to serve students from airport pickup to grocery runs, and how digital strategies can extend ministry to remote enrollees overseas. You'll get a clear vision for church-led mobilization that welcomes the stranger, builds genuine friendships, and advances the Great Commission right in their own city.The Mission Matters Podcast is a place to talk about the importance of our Mission as Christians. The Mission Matters is a partnership of Missio Nexus and Sixteen:Fifteen, who have a shared passion to mobilize God's people to be a part of His mission.

An urgent warning has been issued to international students departing Australia to not sell their bank accounts and ID to criminals. The Australian Federal Police says students are offered 'quick cash' - but accepting it could see them indelibly linked to crime networks. - ตำรวจสหพันธรัฐออสเตรเลีย (AFP) มีคำเตือนด่วนถึงนักศึกษาต่างชาติที่กำลังจะเดินทางออกจากออสเตรเลีย ให้ อย่าขายบัญชีธนาคารหรือบัตรแสดงตัวตน ให้กับกลุ่มอาชญากรซึ่งตำรวจระบุว่า อาชญากรจะเสนอเงิน “ด่วน” ให้กับนักศึกษาเพื่อแลกกับบัญชีหรือเอกสารส่วนตัว และอาจทำให้ผู้ขายถูกโยงกับเครือข่ายอาชญากรรมอย่างถาวร

Welcome back to the College Essay Guy Podcast. This is a very special session with a dear friend of mine and an honored guest in my world, Joan Liu. Joan is the founder of Second Chance, an organization that helps high achieving students from around the world secure full scholarships to universities after their original offers fall through. This conversation is adapted from a live webinar that we hosted where Joan shares some of the most practical, candid advice I've heard for international students who are looking for full financial aid and for the counselors who support them.  In our conversation, we talk about: What a competitive, full-need international applicant really looks like Some common mistakes that students make when applying to colleges and universities in the United States Why creating a global list and not just a US-centric list can open up new opportunities Joan's advice for counselors who are guiding students through this sometimes really complex process.  And more. Joan Liu has been a college counselor for the past 25 years, across top secondary schools in the US, UK, Turkey, and Singapore. She is a graduate of Cornell University and Columbia University. Joan is known in the admissions field for her financial aid expertise, and her ability to place students at universities with a full ride. In 2018, Joan mobilized a team of colleagues to support 60 Nepali students who had lost their scholarships from a university in Texas, USA. Joan did not stand by and watch this higher ed crisis. She assembled a team, and these teams stepped forward and re-seated all of the students at universities in the US, Canada, Middle East, and East Asia, with 10+ million in financial aid and scholarships - after the admissions cycle was OVER for that year. That experience led to Joan founding the non profit, Second Chance at Higher Ed, which supports talented students needing financial support, in accessing higher education at the last minute, after the US cycle is over. Folks, that's full rides after April 1 -  no other organization has ever done this  - and Second Chance is first in its category. Just a few months ago, SC went into its 7th cycle, helping 53 students from 23 countries earn a full ride in less than eight weeks. These students included refugees from Syria, Jordan, and Palestine.  Whether you're a student dreaming of studying abroad or a counselor helping students try to reach that dream, we're hoping that you'll find something useful in this episode.    Play-by-Play: 2:36 – What is Second Chance and how did it get started?  3:34 – What is the typical profile that colleges look for in an international student who is competitive for full financial aid in the United States? 8:00 – How do admissions officers evaluate international applicants compared to U.S. students? 11:59 – What are the most common mistakes that full-need international students make when applying to colleges and universities in the US? 21:53 – What does it mean when a college says they are need-blind for international students? 23:02 – How important is early action for international students? 23:53 – How should international students think about SAT/ACT? What if testing is difficult to access? 31:34 – How important is English proficiency? 32:51 – How should full-need international students think about developing their college list? 41:22 – How does the financial aid process differ for full-need international students? 46:03 – How can students learn more about Second Chance? 51:35 – If a student is rejected from Early Decision, can they still be considered for Regular Decision?  53:09 – If a student does not have a school counselor, how do they submit a school report or other documentation required for applications?  55:11 – How is the application process different this year than in the past?  56:35 – How can students compensate for an average or low GPA? 58:13 – How can counselors best advocate for their full-need international students? 1:02:17 – Closing advice    Financial Aid Resources: Second Chance EducationUSA RESOURCES — BigJ Educational Consulting International Applicants – CSS Profile | College Board International Student Application for Financial Assistance (ISAFA) International Association for College Admission Counseling (IACAC)   College Essay Guy Resources: College Application Hub for International Students How to Use Jennie Kent and Jeff Levy's  Financial Aid Information Excel Sheets 4 Major College Application Deadlines to Keep in Mind College Essay Guy's Personal Statement Resources College Essay Guy's College Application Hub   Podcasts:  CEG Podcast Episode 205: That One Time a University Revoked More Than 60 Full Scholarships (And What You Can Do About It) CEG Podcast Episode 211: Financial Aid Tips for International Students (and Their Counselors)—2019 Version CEG Podcast Episode 122: Which Schools Are the Most Generous With Financial Aid? (International Version)

An urgent warning has been issued to international students departing Australia to not sell their bank accounts and ID to criminals. The Australian Federal Police says students are offered 'quick cash' - but accepting it could see them indelibly linked to crime networks. - オーストラリアでの生活を終え、帰国の準備を進める留学生にとって、銀行口座や身分証明書はもう必要ないものに思えるかもしれません。しかし今、そうした情報を悪用しようとする犯罪組織が、「すぐに現金が手に入る」と誘惑していると、オーストラリア連邦警察が注意を呼びかけています。

Teacher: Rob Zimmermann Download Sermon Notes  Watch Episode Give Online: http://westgatechapel.org/give Connect With Us: http://westgatechapel.org/connect Chapters (00:00:00) - Crucified Joy of the Lord(00:05:00) - Wonders of Westgate Chapel Welcome!(00:06:54) - Neighborhood Church in North Toledo(00:11:33) - How Volunteers from Westgate Help at TNC(00:13:55) - Thankful for Jesus(00:25:12) - Bless a Child Christmas Program(00:26:09) - Wonders of the World(00:28:51) - Acts 2: Life Together the Church(00:35:53) - Are We Called to Be Generous in the Church?(00:40:50) - Paul on generosity in 2 Corinthians, chapter 8(00:48:40) - Understanding the culture of Corinth(00:54:45) - All God's Gifts(01:00:53) - Paul on the Grace of the Macedonian Churches (2 Corinthians 8(01:08:05) - 2nd Corinthians 8:4-7(01:11:40) - Wonders of the World: Being generous with God(01:20:50) - Thanksgiving Dinner for International Students(01:23:27) - Wonders of the Night: Help Get the Church Ready for

An urgent warning has been issued to international students departing Australia to not sell their bank accounts and ID to criminals. The Australian Federal Police says students are offered “quick cash” - but accepting it could see them indelibly linked to crime networks. - अस्ट्रेलियाबाट स्वदेश फर्कन लागेका अन्तर्राष्ट्रिय विद्यार्थीहरूलाई, आफ्नो ब्याङ्क खाता र परिचयपत्र अपराधीहरूलाई नबेच्न अस्ट्रेलियन सङ्घीय प्रहरी (एएफपी)ले चेतावनी जारी गरेको छ। आपराधिक समूहहरूले घर फर्कँदै गरेका विद्यार्थीहरूलाई उनीहरूको व्यक्तिगत विवरणका लागि २०० देखि ५०० डलर दिई, ती ब्याङ्क खाता र विभिन्न किसिमका परिचयपत्रहरू मार्फत अन्य अस्ट्रेलियनहरूलाई ठग्ने गरेको एएफपीले बताएको हो। सामान्य सहयोगको रूपमा दिएका आफ्नै विवरणले तपाईंलाई आपराधिक मुद्दा, भिसा रद्द र अस्ट्रेलिया फर्किन स्थायी प्रतिबन्ध सम्मको जोखिममा पुर्‍याउन सक्ने प्रहरीको भनाइ छ। एक रिपोर्ट।

Everybody Moves - International Students: Chrisley by Hudson Mohawk Magazine

An urgent warning has been issued to international students departing Australia to not sell their bank accounts and ID to criminals. The Australian Federal Police says students are offered 'quick cash' - but accepting it could see them indelibly linked to crime networks.

For International Education Week, Sarah and Jon talk with Dr. Judyth Sachs, chief academic officer at Studiosity, about the pressures students face across borders—well-being, finances, language, and the challenge of feeling at home on campus—and how these issues are shaping the choices international students make about where to study. Sachs also offers a frank view of how "Brand USA" is being perceived abroad and what that means for global competition for students and scholars.  But first, the hosts walk through the newest Open Doors data showing a 17 percent drop in new international student enrollment and what the numbers suggest about visa policy, research funding, and the trajectory of U.S. higher education in the year ahead.  Here are some of the links and references from this week's show:  2025 Open Doors Report Open Doors Data Portal IIE Press Release on Open Doors 2025 Studiosity website Studiosity Global Student Wellbeing Survey Australian Government Department of Education Student Experience Survey (SES) – International Key Findings From Cash Cows to Valued Voices Report (Australia) International Students and the Australian Economy (Reserve Bank of Australia Bulletin) — July 2025

The choices a high schooler makes about how to spend their time outside of classes tell prospective schools a lot about what kind of college student they'll be. However, in terms of admissions, not all activities are created equal.  Amy and Mike invited educational consultant Marlena Corcoran to review the best & worst extracurriculars for high schoolers. What are five things you will learn in this episode? What are the worst extracurricular activities for college-bound students? What are the runners-up for the prize? Are there any harmless extracurricular activities? opportunity cost What are the best extracurriculars--the supercurriculars? What about the importance of timing? Which activities should you do when? MEET OUR GUEST Dr. Marlena Corcoran is the founder of Athena Mentor: International University Admissions Counseling (Munich and New York). Before starting Athena Mentor, Marlena held visiting research appointments at Brown, Harvard, Princeton, Oxford, and the CNRS in Paris. For almost 20 years, she has helped young people discover who they are and what they really care about—and present themselves with confidence, enthusiasm, and success to the most selective colleges and MBA programs in the world. Marlena is the author of Year by Year to College: For IB and International Students. Marlena previously appeared on the podcast in episode 386 to discuss How To Tell the Ivies Apart. Marlena can be reached at athenamentor.com. LINKS Extracurriculars Matter To You and To Colleges RELATED EPISODES Building an A+ Extracurricular Resume Intentionality On The Road To College Crafting a College Resume ABOUT THIS PODCAST Tests and the Rest is THE college admissions industry podcast. Explore all of our episodes on the show page. ABOUT YOUR HOSTS Mike Bergin is the president of Chariot Learning and founder of TestBright, Roots2Words, and College Eagle. Amy Seeley is the president of Seeley Test Pros and LEAP. If you're interested in working with Mike and/or Amy for test preparation, training, or consulting, get in touch through our contact page.  

On the Monday November 17th edition of Georgia Today: Rural hospitals plan for a future that includes federal funding cuts; International student enrollment at Georgia's public colleges slows down; And an Atlanta author's new work grapples with a problematic literary genius. 

Joyce discusses President Trump's plan to offer visas to students from China looking to study in the US. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

There are almost 250,000 Chinese students in the U.S. this fall. That's a 36% drop from the 2017 peak. For Chinese students still wanting to study abroad, America remains the top destination, but geopolitics, safety concerns, and persistent inflation are making the U.S. a less attractive place to receive a higher education. And later, Switzerland is facing 39% tariffs from the U.S. How are businesses there faring?

There are almost 250,000 Chinese students in the U.S. this fall. That's a 36% drop from the 2017 peak. For Chinese students still wanting to study abroad, America remains the top destination, but geopolitics, safety concerns, and persistent inflation are making the U.S. a less attractive place to receive a higher education. And later, Switzerland is facing 39% tariffs from the U.S. How are businesses there faring?