Internationalization Strategies for Community Colleges and Smaller Institutions on Limited Budgets
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2015 NAFSA SESSION - FRIDAY MAY 29TH, 2015 8:00AM – 9:00 AM
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Internationalization Strategies for Community Colleges and Smaller Institutions on Limited Budgets Sharing & Learning 2015 NAFSA SESSION - FRIDAY MAY 29TH, 2015 8:00AM 9:00 AM Presenters Chair: Zepur Solakian Center for Global
Internationalization Strategies for Community Colleges and Smaller Institutions on Limited Budgets
Sharing & Learning
2015 NAFSA SESSION - FRIDAY MAY 29TH, 2015 8:00AM – 9:00 AM
Chair: Zepur Solakian – Center for Global Advancement
Presenters: Nancy Fillat – Salt Lake Community College Vilma Tafawa - Bunker Hill Community College Kelley Brayton - Santa Monica College
Benefits to Students
International Students provide cultural diversity to a college
campus and provide U.S. students with international perspectives on world issues.
International education experiences begin with the process
Research shows that students who study abroad have
better GPA’s, improved critical thinking skills, and increased motivation to learn.
International students set good examples to native students. Helps students with Global Employment Opportunities
Benefits to Colleges
International programs increase interest and strengthen
foreign language study on college campuses.
International programs better enable the colleges’ faculty
and staff to participate in the global economy and world community as engaged and productive citizens.
An international presence promotes the appreciation of
multilingualism as a social asset rather than as a deficit.
The average international student (more than 70%) pays
students while receiving no financial aid.
Benefits to Economy
International students brought in over $27 billion nationally,
making higher education the USA’s fifth largest export.
International workforce development efforts contribute to
the economic development of the U.S. by establishing contacts with business and industry, government and other
colleges and the communities.
Incorporating international components into new and
existing curricula;
Initiating study abroad programs; Encouraging faculty exchanges; Recruiting international students to; Providing special programs, activities, and classes for
growing immigrant and foreign student populations;
Providing training programs to foreign professional
populations;
Providing online coursework and training to foreign
students in their home countries.
In the National Association of Foreign Student Advisors (NAFSA) report “Comprehensive Internationalization: From Concept to Action, ” the concept of comprehensive internationalization is defined as “a commitment, confirmed through action, to infuse international and comparative perspectives throughout the teaching, research and service missions of higher education. It shapes institutional ethos and values and touches the entire higher education enterprise.” This is truly the essence of building a strategy that is global.
America Council on Education (ACE)
Nancy Fillat Director International Student Services
How is internationalization defined on your
campus?
How would you describe your
“institutional will” for internationalization?
Without “will” how do we convince
administrators that internationalization is important?
What is your ideal for internationalization? With funds? Without funds?
Vilma M. Tafawa Executive Director International Center
An urban institution Has 2 campuses and 3 Satellites Total students enrolled 14,000 International students 852 Countries represented 105 Languages spoken on campus 75
Male 43% Femal e 57%
Gender White 27% Asian 14% Black 26% Hispanic 32% Native American 1%
Race/Ethnicity
18
Country Total
Afghanistan 1 Albania 6 Algeria 1 Angola 3 Argentina 1 Australia 2 Azerbaijan 1 Bahrain 2 Bangladesh 3 Belarus 1 Belgium 1 Benin 3 Bolivia 1 Brazil 27 Bulgaria 2 Cambodia 5 Cameroon 2 Canada 2 Cape Verde 11 China 128 Colombia 16
Country Total
Congo 3 Cote D 'Ivoire 5 Cuba 1 Czech Republic 1 Denmark 1 Dominican Rep. 1 East Timor 2 Ecuador 1 Egypt 1 Ethiopia 3 France 13 Gabon 11 Germany 5 Guatemala 1 Guinea 2 Haiti 15 Honduras 2 Hong Kong 4 Hungary 1
Country
Total India 11 Indonesia 11 Iran 3 Ireland 1 Israel 1 Italy 3 Jamaica 2 Japan 47 Jordan 4 Kazakhstan 11 Kenya 3 Kuwait 2 Kyrgyzstan 2 Lebanon 4 Liberia 1 Libya 3 Macao 3 Malaysia 7 Mali 1 Mauritania 1 Mexico 4
May 27, 2015
Country Total
Sierra Leone 2 Singapore 1 Slovakia 1 South Korea 86 Spain 4 South Africa 2 Sri Lanka 1 Sudan 1 Sweden 5 Switzerland 2 Syria 10 Taiwan 6 Thailand 13 Trinidad & Tobago 3 Tunisia 1 Turkmenistan 1 Turkey 20 Uganda 1 Ukraine 5 United Kingdom 3
Country Total
Mongolia 1 Montenegro 1 Morocco 29 Myanmar 1 Nepal 9 Netherlands 1 New Zealand 1 Nicaragua 1 Nigeria 2 Norway 1 Pakistan 10 Panama 1 Peru 4 Poland 3 Portugal 4 Qatar 2 Russia 18 Saint Lucia 2 Saudi Arabia 41 Senegal 1 Serbia 1
Country Students
Venezuela 33 Vietnam 99 Yemen 1 Total 852 Total Countries 105
Total Students Total Countries
852 105
19 May 27, 2015
International Education has been institutionalized at Bunker Hill Community College (BHCC) with the creation of the International Center which coordinates international education programs and activities.
Actively Recruits International students from around the world.
International Students enrolled, 852 from 105 countries, speaking 75 languages Since the majority of local students will not have the opportunity to travel to a foreign country, the College brings foreign students into the classroom, and thus providing the
Our Int’l Center is appropriately Resourced
BHCC has a comprehensive Study Abroad Program
The College funds 80% of the total cost of our Study Abroad Program Our Study Abroad Program enables students to integrate into the cultural life of the host country. It enriches the entire College Community, which benefits from the ‘Study Abroad Photo Contest and Exhibition’ and the presentations by Study Abroad students Study Abroad Students share their intercultural experiences with neighboring high schools.
The Learn and Earn Internship program prepare BHCC students for the workplace by providing the opportunity to work in a corporate setting at a major company. Participating corporations include:
State Street Corporation Bank of America Raytheon UBS
The Compelling Conversation Speaker Series provides opportunities for the College Wide Community to have conversations with distinguished personalities, both national and international.
For instance, April 15, 2015 Noble Peace Prize Laureate Tawakkol Karman was invited to the College as part of our Compelling Conversation Speaker Series
Laila Ali Ice-T Mary Robinson Sanjay Gupta B.D. Wong Marlee Matlin Danny Glover Michael Moore Felix Justice
May 27, 2015
More than 50 Registered Student Clubs
Assist students to build relationships, make friends, help international students to become acclimated to life in America Encourage students to be more tolerant, respectful and show kindness towards one another
BHCC is in partnership with Northern Virginia Community College and the Department of State to host participants from historically underserve communities in developing countries. The Community College Initiative Program (CCI) also provides opportunities for professional internship, service learning and community engagement.
Workforce Development Initiative to host Danish students on our campus International Education Week Activities Benjamin Gilman Scholarship Program Regularly hosts International Delegation Students can acquire the World Studies Certificate at no additional Cost Student Cultural Ambassadors work closely with students and professors in the class
Internationalization at BHCC is an on-going process. Changes in today’s Global economy influence the curriculum as well as Programs and Activities on College
Organizations such as NAFSA and IIE continue to foster Global Education.
Kelley Brayton Dean International Education
“GO WHERE THE WORLD GOES”
Institution
community college with over 55 Associate degree programs
(near Los Angeles)
representing over 110 countries
student population among community colleges nationwide
“To be a global citizen, one is knowledgeable of peoples, customs and cultures in regions of the world beyond one's own; understands the interdependence that holds both promise and peril for the future of the global community; and is committed to combining one’s learning with a dedication to foster a livable, sustainable world.” - Santa Monica College definition of Global Citizenship, adopted 2008
taking place in our world of unprecedented global interconnection
anticipation and adaption toward global change
we obtain information and interact with each other
through political engagement, entrepreneurship, and community service
Website: www.smc.edu/globalcitizenship
2006
becomes President of Santa Monica College 2007 President Tsang convenes a Global Citizenship Task Force
administration 2008 Task Force White Paper completed for the SMC Global Citizenship
mandated Initiative for next three academic Academic/Fiscal Cycle. 2008-2010 $200,000 annual funding for Global Citizenship 2009-2012 Title VIA Grant to continue funding for Global Citizenship 2012-2013-Present Funding proposal to continue mission of Global Citizenship
knowledge of processes of globalization on society, cultures, environment
Issues), 11 (World Geography), 95 (Global L.A. Experiential Learning)
culture in the U.S. and appreciate interconnectedness of cultural, political, ecological, economic, social, technological systems. Min 3 units: American Cultures, Eco Literacy, Global Studies, Service Learning, Study Abroad
gender greatly impacts one’s opportunities and constraints in all aspects of
lack of access to health care, the achievement gap between boys and girls, forced early marriages in some countries, or unequal employment
United Nations 2015 Millennial Development Goals is the promotion of gender equity and the empowerment of women.”
programs
studies
6 weeks)
the destination’s resources
learning/volunteer projects
Belize and Guatemala exploring ancient Maya ruins, living among
culturally diversified regions of the world, and working together with national museums and environmental preserves.
World Archeology
Temple in Belize
Johannesburg and Cape Town, visiting local township communities, District 6, Robben Island, a safari in Kruger National Park, and participate in two service learning projects to provide direct immersion into the culture through community-based experiences.
Anthropology
Intercultural Communications
Student volunteering at a school in South Africa.
dedicated to increasing knowledge and participation of students as global citizens.
showcase of original student works illustrating and investigating Global Citizenship.
diverse campus; including engaging lectures, international food, film, music and dance on the Campus Quad during Global Citizenship Day
Angeles for international/domestic students led by SMC faculty
benefits, and drawbacks of globalization.
Geographic photojournalists and videographers about their careers and experiences traveling around the globe.
Photo credit: Cory Richards
A Personal Portrait” and Discussion/Q&A with the Filmmaker George Silano. A rare untelevised film lost for decades in an obscure archive.
issues that affect women around the world, and how women in a variety of professions are working to solve problems.
event that seeks to raise awareness and support
featuring speakers from a variety of backgrounds in agriculture.
concerning the idea or practice of global citizenship, including events tied to the annual theme. Examples of past events include:
and staff abroad to immerse themselves in the local culture, attending lectures by host faculty, and visiting historical sites. Staff and faculty are expected to “give back” to SMC with their new Global awareness upon their return. Recent programs include:
annually to the seminar that brings together scholars from across the country, joined with representatives of national and international political and humanitarian
peace, war, nonviolence, and humanitarian assistance.
2015 Professional Development SMC & Bahcesehir Group
scholars from other countries to assist in internationalizing U.S. campuses, curriculum, and communities. Scholar in Residence Website
visiting scholars to give department or campus-wide lectures to students
exchange of ideas, or have informal gatherings with students and faculty. Outreach Lecturer Program Website
projects (seminars, group research/study, intensive language programs) in training, research, and curriculum development in modern foreign languages and area studies for teachers, students, and faculty engaged in a common endeavor. Fulbright Group Projects Abroad Website
assist institutions of higher education to plan, develop, and carry out a program to strengthen and improve undergraduate instruction in international studies and foreign languages. Title VIA A Website
institutions of higher education that enter into an agreement with a trade association, a business, or both for the purpose of improving business curriculum and as a means of conducting outreach activities that expand the capacity of the business community to engage in international economic activities. Title VIB Website
work tackling pressing challenges, focusing in six areas: promoting peace, preventing diseases, providing access to clean water and sanitation, enhancing maternal and child health, improving basic education and literacy, and helping communities develop. Rotary International Website
tanks, foundations, publishing companies and government agencies to provide speakers to America’s communities through our local councils on the critical global issues of our times. World Affairs Council Speaker Series Website
Service Organizations) What's in your Backyard?
internationalization strategies on campus
tutoring center.
Executive Director Center for Global Engagement
Internationalization Strategies and Stakeholder Buy-in
The Mercy College Approach
Executive Director, Center for Global Engagement sgersh@mercy.edu
Internationalization Strategies for Community Colleges and Smaller Institutions on Limited Budgets
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Internationalization Strategies for Community Colleges and Smaller Institutions on Limited Budgets
WHY STUDY ABROAD? Studying abroad allows students to:
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Internationalization Strategies for Community Colleges and Smaller Institutions on Limited Budgets
Internationalization Strategies for Community Colleges and Smaller Institutions on Limited Budgets
Internationalization Strategies for Community Colleges and Smaller Institutions on Limited Budgets
We have made efforts to bring all the stakeholders together as a practical step to build an infrastructure, policies, practices and committees to take practical steps, to promote ‘glocal’ (global-local) solutions…or pathways to solutions
Internationalization Strategies for Community Colleges and Smaller Institutions on Limited Budgets
Globalization, Diversity, and Stakeholder Buy-in: The Mercy College Approach
Faculty Senate Committee To help devise intercultural and global co-curricular activities and campus-based programs.
Internationalization Strategies for Community Colleges and Smaller Institutions on Limited Budgets
Internationalization Strategies for Community Colleges and Smaller Institutions on Limited Budgets
Faculty Center for Teaching and Learning To create a faculty Learning Community to develop curricular goals and materials related to globalization and intercultural competencies.
Internationalization Strategies for Community Colleges and Smaller Institutions on Limited Budgets
Internationalization Strategies for Community Colleges and Smaller Institutions on Limited Budgets
School Of Liberal Arts To help design and support Co-Curricular activities of a global and intercultural character, including our International Film Festival, International Mardi Gras Festival, and Latin American and Latino/a cultural campus events.
Internationalization Strategies for Community Colleges and Smaller Institutions on Limited Budgets
Internationalization Strategies for Community Colleges and Smaller Institutions on Limited Budgets
Center for Global Engagement To help faculty design faculty-led study abroad programs, engage with students to facilitate greater numbers and more diverse student study abroad cohort, and bring UN Ambassador programs to campus.
Internationalization Strategies for Community Colleges and Smaller Institutions on Limited Budgets
Office of the Provost To promote Faculty Development Grants for travel purposes and enhance international experiences of Mercy Faculty.
Internationalization Strategies for Community Colleges and Smaller Institutions on Limited Budgets
School of Health and Natural Sciences To develop, improve, and support international service medical missions.
Internationalization Strategies for Community Colleges and Smaller Institutions on Limited Budgets
Office of Student Services and Personal Achievement Contract (PACT) To develop service learning of a global-local character.