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The article discusses efforts to get international students thinking globally about their studies. It cites Drexel University's Intercultural Community Bridge Program for intensive English programs (IEPs) students which brings together IEP students and volunteers from surrounding community and allows them to speak English in a social setting while learning from a diverse group of people about the community. It notes the benefits to students in programs that open that connect them to people.

The article profiles several professionals who gained success after studying abroad. These includes Freeman Hrabrowski, the president of the University of Maryland-Baltimore County. It notes Jessica Posner Odede, cofounder of the Shining Hope for Communities non-profit organization. It mentions Harry Smith, Emmy-Award winning broadcast journalist and news anchor.

The article presents a survey from the Institute of International Education 2013 Open Doors report which depicts the increase in the U.S.-bound active students in recruitment efforts and visibility of campuses abroad. It states the 7 percent increase of international students who studied in the universities and colleges in the country. It also mentions the international enrollment strategies of various institutions in the country which makes it more attractive to the foreign students. INSET: GETTING SOCIAL.

The article discusses the adoption of international education of U.S. dental programs and explores the benefits attained by the institutions on the approach. It cites the diversity of the International Service Learning Program (ISLP) of the University of Louisiana School of Dentistry, a multidisciplinary program that includes dentistry along with medical, nursing, justice administration, and civic leadership. The sustainable approach of Colorado School of Dental Medicine is also outlined.

The article focuses on the technology-based learning tools in foreign language education. It states that learning tools including online conference rooms, smartphones, and digital video recorders were used by students in language classes to promote global communications. It mentions that the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) provides hardware and software-equipped classroom which is designed to enhance students ability in speaking. INSETS: Learning With Dropbox, Google Docs, Quizlet, and More;Learning English in High-Tech;Professor Employs Technology to Teach Japanese;Free Website Connects Language Learners Worldwide ...

The article focuses on the new technologies used in foreign language education. It says that language educators have adopted technology in the classroom, making language more relevant and accessible to students. Some of these technologies include University of Maryland Eastern Shore's (UMES ) state-of-the-art classroom, online classes, and the use of clickers, which are handheld devices students can use to answer questions instead of raising their hands. INSETS: Learning With Dropbox, Google Docs, Quizlet, and More;Learning English in High-Tech.

The article profiles five individuals who designed their own study abroad programs which include Tyler Spencer, Lorena Macias-Navarro, and Joy McBrien. Spencer traveled to Mozambique and South Africa as part of University of Virginia's study abroad program. Macias-Navarro signed up for University of Arizona's research program in Portugal. McBrien visited Chimbote, Peru wherein she helped build a battered women's shelter.

The article presents profiles of five entrepreneurs including Danny O'Neill, Mitch Gordon, Michael Graves, Thomas H. Truetler, and Tonya Fitzpatrick who were inspired by a study abroad experience. The five entrepreneurs found their education abroad experience both productive and rewarding because it gave them clearer paths to careers and left them better educated. They claimed that their time learning in other countries molded not only their personalities and degrees, but also their companies.

The article looks at the growing trend of non-native English speakers enrolling at community colleges in the U.S. for a four-year education. It highlights the growing demand for English as a Second Language (ESL) programs, in which community colleges respond through offering more classes, incorporating more technology in classes, and revamping programs. The utilization of technology for ESL education in community colleges is explored.

The article presents an International Student Barometer (ISB) survey that takes a look on the schools that best offer education to students. Ron Cushing, director of international services at the University of Cincinnati, has made a program to know what schools offer the best academic offerings and recruiting practices in the U.S. and across the world. The survey gathers data from over 170,000 international students that represent 700 colleges and universities in 24 countries.

The article focuses on the application of research and data as marketing tools of international admissions officers. University of Cincinnati international services director Ron Cushing mentions the help provided by the data from the International Student Barometer (ISB) survey in terms of showing the ideas of students on the facilities, campus and instructors. It says that the survey resulted to the opening of the library for 24/7 and having a space for praying.