448 / 69% Registered So Far of Our
Goal of
650
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EA:
Education Abroad
IEM:
Int'l Enrollment Mgmt.
TLS: Teaching, Learning, Scholarship
REGBUD: Regulatory Ombudsperson
KC: Knowledge Community
MIG: Member Interest Group
SIG: Special Interest Group
Next Newsletter:
Friday, October 19th, 2018
(Now weekly through Nov. 9th)
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CONTENTS:
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New!
Hurricane - Impacted FREE Conference Registration Scholarship
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New! Networking Dinner Sign-Ups Open
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New! Conference Book Club
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New!
Global Leadership League (GLL) in Memphis
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New! The Post-Doc Member Interest Group Meeting
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New! 2nd Annual Case Study Competition
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Update!
Workshop Registration Extension and Cancellations
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New!
Volunteers Needed / Sign-Ups Open
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Updated!
Regbud Ombudsperson for Scholar Issues Needed
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Location & Time Updated!
Newcomers Orientation
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Reviewers Still Needed!
Resume Reviewees Sign-up Open
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Region VII: State Updates
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Updated! Jobs
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Connect / Subscribe
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New! ANNOUNCING: HURRICANE - IMPACTED FREE CONFERENCE REGISTRATION SCHOLARSHIP
In light of recent weather-related devastation, a generous partner with NAFSA Region VII has provided one (1) scholarship to cover a regular full conference registration to the 2018 NAFSA Region VII Conference in Memphis. No other expenses (housing, travel) are covered.
NAFSA Region VII will award this scholarship to someone whose institution has been severely impacted by the hurricanes in Puerto Rico, Florida, South Carolina, and North Carolina.
Special consideration will be given for: two-year colleges, Historically Black Colleges and Universities, and Minority Serving Institutions, including Hispanic serving institutions and Tribal Colleges; first time attendees; and/or state institutions with significant budgetary constraints. The scholarship will be awarded to someone who has not previously been awarded a grant from Region VII.
The awardee should attend the entire conference and will be recognized at the Business Luncheon.
DEADLINE TO APPLY
- October 26, 2018.
- All applicants will be notified of the award decision promptly after the deadline.
HOW TO APPLY
Please use this >>
link<< to apply for the award.
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New! NETWORKING DINNER SIGN-UPs ARE OPEN
Sign up for a fun, social networking dinner with colleagues on Sunday, 11/11 or Monday night, 11/12 at one of the selected restaurants below. All are within 15 minutes walking distance of the hotel. Each group will be led by a volunteer guide from Region VII to the location for which you signed up. Our wonderful Local Arrangement co-Coordinators (LAC's) have made these arrangements to welcome up to 15 people each.
You are kindly asked to honor your commitment to participate if you sign up, or delete your name if your plans change. In this manner, another attendee may participate and the LAC's will be able to provide final estimates to the host restaurants for their prep.
A preview of each restaurants is below:
RSVP for Dinner
Simply click on the date below to access the sign up list with a tab at the bottom for each restaurant. Add you name on a first come, first served basis, and that's it. To later remove your name, repeat this process. Again, you are kindly asked to honor your commitment to participate if you sign up, or delete your name if your plans change. Thank you and enjoy!
Sunday evening, 11/11 at 6pm, to sign up, click >> here
Monday evening, 11/12, at 6pm to sign up, click >> here
*Note, dinner costs are individual and not covered by registration.
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New! CONFERENCE BOOK CLUB
This year's conference book is:
The Book of Isaias, by Daniel Conolly. Meeting time and location TBA.
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New! GLOBAL LEADERSHIP LEAGUE MEETUP IN MEMPHIS
The Global Leadership League
is an award-winning professional organization for women in international education, providing a platform for community, knowledge, and dialogue. Our goal is to create a vibrant, safe space for women to learn from each other and advance their own careers.
Casual meetup in Memphis on the Topic of: Open Dialogue on Women's Leadership and the GLL.
- Monday, Nov. 12, 7-9pm, 15 spots available.
- Sign up >> here
- Then, meet in the Peabody Lobby at 6:50 pm, and we'll walk to a restaurant (TBD).
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THANK YOU INTERNATIONAL STUDENT PROTECTION (ISP)
NAFSA Region VII proudly recognizes our
All-Conference Event Sponsor.
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Be Advised! WORKSHOP REGISTRATION:
EXTENSIONS & CANCELLATIONS
- Registration for pre-conference workshops in Memphis have been extended to October 15th. To learn more or to register, use the link at the top of our conference page under "Conference Registration".
- Registration for the HBCU Forum will also be extended and available at on-site registration.
- The following workshops have been cancelled due to insufficient enrollment. Pre-registered participants have been notified.
1. Intercultural Communication in Practice
2. Recruiting International Students
3. Risk Assessment and Crisis Management in Education Abroad Advising
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New! THE POST-DOC MEMBER INTEREST GROUP MEETING
The Post-Doc Member Interest Group will meet at the NAFSA Region VII Conference in Memphis, TN. This SIG unites NAFSA leaders who work with international postdocs for the purpose of better understanding the key issues confronting this young, migrant, mostly international scientific research community.
One of the goals of the Postdoc SIG is to identify the problems and challenges of international postdocs and provide solutions. For international postdocs, the issues at hand are visa restrictions, cultural isolation, linguistic hindrances, and family issues.
If you have topics you would like to discuss during the meeting, please contact Robin V. Catmur-Smith, Director, Immigration Services at the University of Georgia.
The Post-Doc Member Interest Group will meet on
Tuesday, Nov. 13, from 5:15-6:15 in the Brinkley Room at the Peabody Hotel
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New! 2ND ANNUAL CASE STUDY COMPETITION
Are you new to the field (less than 3 years of experience) or a graduate student? Would you like to:
- Participate in a substantive networking opportunity?
- Receive mentorship by a Senior International Officer (SIO)?
- Work in a team-based format for a limited-time commitment in a low-pressure environment?
- Demonstrate your knowledge of international education?
If so, consider joining the 2nd Annual Region VII Case Study Competition offered during the regional conference! Teams of two will develop a solution to a hypothetical international education challenge with input from a seasoned IE mentor. The winning team members receive complimentary early-bird registration to the 2019 NAFSA Region VII conference in Orlando and a plaque.
Sponsored by:
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SIGN-UP IS OPEN TO VOLUNTEER
Volunteering is open to all conference attendees, and is a great opportunity to network, share best practices, help others, and learn a lot. Volunteers should report to the Volunteer Table 15 minutes prior to the session start time. Volunteer slots are typically 1.5 -- 2 hours.
Prior experience or knowledge is not required to sign up as a volunteer. All necessary information will be given to you when you report to the Volunteer Table.
To see the volunteer roles and sign up, please click >> this link
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REGBUD UPDATES
Regbud Ombudsperson for Scholar Issues Needed
Note
: This is a replacement appointment for one year from November 2018 - November 2019 to complete the current three-year term in progress.
The role description is >> here.
The term will take effect at the conclusion of the Region VII conference in Memphis, TN. A new three-year term from November 2019 - November 2022 will begin at the conclusion of the Region VII conference in Orlando next year. The replacement ombudsperson is welcome to apply for the new term as well.
To apply
: Qualified candidates should complete two steps:
- Submit this online application by October 15
- Email a personal letter of interest, a letter of support from your supervisor, and your CV to the current RegBud for Scholar Issues, Marisa Atencio at: [email protected]
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NEWCOMERS ORIENTATION AT NAFSA REGION VII
When: Monday, November 12, 11:10 am - 12 noon
Where: Venetian Ballroom of the Peabody Hotel
All newcomers to NAFSA and / or to the field of international education are invited to convene for this great opportunity to learn how to navigate our conference. You'll get a useful overview of NAFSA as a professional organization and resource; learn about involvement and leadership opportunities; and meet the current Region VII team. There will be an interactive and fun networking activity also.
Everyone is welcome and no registration is required!
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RESUME REVIEWS & HEADSHOTS AT REGION VII CONFERENCE
Region VII Leadership Team will again provide its popular "Resume Review" at our annual conference in Memphis. We ask for your participation in 2 ways.
1. Resume Review
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Still Needed
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Resume Reviewees
Sign-ups Now Open
Want to have your resume reviewed? Whether you are new to the field or a seasoned professional, sign up for a resume review session and be paired with an experienced NAFSA member who is willing to provide feedback on your resume, guidance and encouragement in your job hunt.
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Please note: The following state updates from within Region VII derive from our 7 state associations, which are not associated with NAFSA.
NORTH CAROLINA
NCAIE Professional Growth Scholarships are available for conferences, trainings or workshops offered through July 2019.
Deadlines:
- December 1, for spring/summer opportunities
GEORGIA
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Georgia Association of International Educators (GAIE)
The Georgia Association of International Educators (GAIE) are excited to announce registration is open for GAIE Winter Conference 2019. Please visit their
website for more details and the registration form.
This year, the conference will be in Savannah from January 30 to February 1, 2019.
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Georgia International Leadership Conference (GILC)
Volunteers Needed!
1st Planning Conference Call is being planned. If interested, please submit the
Doodle Poll by Oct. 16th, so we can determine the best meeting date.
COMMITTEE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Social Media Committee- help advertise and hype up students about attending GILC
- Session Committee- reaching out to students to coordinate presentations for the sessions
- Theme Committee- set up and preparation for the 2019 theme: Unity in Diversity
- Peer Leader Committee- help plan and run the Peer Leader Training
- Cultural Simulations Committee- planning and selecting cultural simulations for the conference
- Guest Speakers and Performance Committee- help select and coordinate Guest Speaker and Performers for conference
- Knowledge Committee- help to educate students and schools about the GILC experience and what to expect
- Program Committee- help to schedule the events of the conference and plan programs
There will be a chair for each committee and then people can join committees as they see fit with their interests and time commitments. We will finalize on the call who will chair committees and which ones people want to join.
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The vacancies below are listed free as a courtesy but are not associated with paid listings in the NAFSA Career Center.
To add a position, email the Region VII communications coordinator with your request.
Additional vacancies in Region VII are posted
in the
NAFSA Career Center
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search: requisition 401503379
Duke University, Pratt School of Engineering
Durham, NC
The University of North Carolina
Chapel Hill, NC
University Of Georgia
Athens, GA
University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL
Georgia Gwinnett College
Lawrenceville, GA (metro Atlanta)
Albany State University
Albany, Georgia
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Region VII Communications Coordinator: Brett Reichert. Please submit newsletter updates to Brett by 5pm each Thursday.
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