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In Israel, Less Than One Third of Computer Science Students Are Women
News International News
September 22, 2017

If you’re a woman interested in computer science, consider studying in Israel.  Last week, we reported that Israel is looking for more international students, and this week we learned that Israel needs more women in computer science.
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International Students Bring Millions to Hawaii’s Economy
News International News
September 19, 2017
Aloha! International students brought $500 million to the Hawaiian economy last year, in the form of direct spending and job creation.  Let’s take a closer look at the positive economic impact that international students bring to the state.
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International Financial Firms Announce Tuition Payment Promotion for Chinese Students
News International News
September 15, 2017
Several financial firms are working together to offer an exciting tuition promotion for Chinese students studying in the US, the UK, Canada, New Zealand, France, Australia, Switzerland, Singapore, Japan, Czech Republic, and Ireland.  Let’s take a look at what’s in store.
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What Country Tops the Rest for Educating World Leaders?
News International News
September 12, 2017
The UK’s higher education institutes have educated more of the world’s leaders than any other country, according to a new study from the Higher Education Policy Institute (HEPI). Here’s a closer look at the findings, including why the UK comes out on top along with what it means fo...
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Will An Unpaid Internship Hurt Your Long-Term Earning Potential?
News International News
September 11, 2017
The benefits of internships have long been widely lauded. However, now comes news that unpaid internships may do more harm than good -- at least when it comes to earning potential. Here’s a closer look at the findings.
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Innovation Index Shows Widening Gap
News International News
September 8, 2017
The 2017 report from the Global Innovation Index shows a widening gap between middle-income and high-income countries.  While a concern, there’s hope—especially from some emerging economies.  Let’s take a closer look at results of the 2017 Global Innovation Index.
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What You Need to Know About DACA
News International News
September 4, 2017
President Trump is preparing to announce his decision on whether to continue or end the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program tomorrow, according to a White House announcement. Wondering what all the fuss is about? Here’s a closer look at the program, along with why many academ...
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Malaysian Universities Get Billions in Investments
News International News
September 1, 2017
Good news for Malaysian universities: a $1.3 billion return on investments is catapulting Malaysia onto the international higher education scene.  Let’s take a closer look.
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Hurricane Harvey Student News Roundup
News International News
August 30, 2017
Hurricane Harvey made landfall last weekend, devastating communities, families, and businesses.  In the wake of the storm, community members, student volunteers, campus administrations, and individuals are rallying to help out and meet the challenges of those displaced by the storm.  Let&r...
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New Data on the State of Humanities Research in Norway
News International News
August 29, 2017
If you’re in academia, you’ve likely heard the mandate, “Publish or perish.” However, a recent report from the Research Council of Norway reveals that more than a quarter of the country’s humanities researchers haven’t published. Here’s a closer look at the ...

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Three Reasons to Pursue a Peace and Conflict Degree
September 21, 2017

The International Day of Peace is observed all over the globe every September 21st. Indeed, no matter how different we may be, a desire for peace bind...

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How to Be a Responsible Traveler While Studying Abroad
September 20, 2017

Welcome to the International Year of Sustainable Tourism Development and World Tourism Day!  If you’re studying abroad and can’t wait...

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Four Ways AI Could Change Tomorrow's Jobs
September 7, 2017

Many claims have been made about the vast potential of artificial intelligence (AI). And indeed, from sheep-shearing robots to self-driving Lyft cars,...