NAFSA 2018 Annual Conference Program - 42
TUESDAY, MAY 29, 2018 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. SESSIONS Multi-Institutional Perspectives on Building Inclusivity: Boundaries, Barriers, and Bridges (TLS) Room 112B Recent developments in political, social, and economic landscapes signal a drift toward a divided, closed, and inward-looking architecture of a global society. This session explores the implications and challenges of building bridges over these barriers and boundaries to reinforce the ethos of inclusivity. Chair and Presenter: Brian Leacock, University of Victoria Presenters: Cathrin Rieger, University of Mannheim; Cynthia Zoubir, Kedge Business School Spinning Plates: The Art of Managing an International Student and Scholar Services Circus Act (ISSS) Hall G Learn about different paths to leadership positions in ISSS, including steps (and missteps) that happen along the way, and examine what it really means to be a director responsible for juggling immigration case filings, managing staff, and navigating higher administration with strategic planning. Chair and Presenter: Lauren Jacobsen, University of North Texas Presenters: Regina George, University of South Alabama; Charter Morris, University of Alabama Tuscaloosa; Jody Ann Pritt, University of South Carolina Turning Good into Great: EB-1B Outstanding Professor and Research Petitions for Academic Employees (ISSS) Room 112A Gathering evidence for and assembling an EB-1B Outstanding Researcher or Professor petition can be daunting. Participate in a discussion of tips, tricks, and best practices for filing EB-1B cases. Chair and Presenter: Robin Catmur, University of Georgia Presenters: Connie Childs, University of Tennessee; Parker Emerson, Yale University U.S. Department of State Forum on Education Abroad Services and Opportunities (EA) Room 114 Panelists discuss efforts abroad that focus on creating opportunities for more diverse U.S. student mobility including workshops on creating infrastructure in foreign higher education institutions, U.S. higher education delegations, and engaging U.S. students abroad. Representatives from the U.S. Department of State have been invited. Chair: Caroline Donovan White, NAFSA Presenters: Anthony Koliha, U.S. Department of State; Heidi Manley, U.S. Department of State 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. EXPRESS LUNCH Hall E 12:00 p.m.-1:30 p.m. SPECIAL EVENT Pathways to Peace Luncheon $ Marriott, Liberty Ballroom Join others interested in discussing how the concepts of peace and justice are intertwined with international education. Keynote Speaker: Anne C. Richard, Georgetown University Sponsored by: 42 NAFSA 2018 ANNUAL CONFERENCE & EXPO