International Education in the News

The trimming down of government-funded programs, such as the National Security Education Program (NSEP), will have undesirable consequences on the future of U.S. engagement with the world, according to Charles King, professor of international affairs at Georgetown University. — Foreign Affairs

According to IIE’s James King, Turkey’s generally benevolent and sensible policy toward Syrian refugees may shift as a result of recent elections and the declining influence of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s party, potentially threatening a vital safe haven for university students and scholars fleeing violence in their home country. — University World News

Students majoring in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) disciplines are driving growth in U.S. study abroad, likely due to a growing awareness of the international challenges these disciplines seek to resolve and the career benefits of gaining the relevant international skills. — Diverse Issues in Higher Education

This new Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Secretariat report presents findings of a study of the policy context around higher education institution mobility in eight APEC economies: China, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mexico, Peru, the Philippines, Singapore, and Vietnam. — APEC