NAFSA Webinars

How does it work?

Register online and then invite colleagues to join you on the day of the event. With one computer, a projection screen, and a speaker phone, your attendance is only limited by the number of available chairs!
After registering, you will receive instructions on how to view the webinar online and join in an audio teleconference.
On the day of the event you, and the others you invited, log on to a single computer for video, call the provided phone number for audio, and start learning. You'll be able to ask questions and participate in polls throughout each webinar.

What does it cost?
The cost to participate is $100 per webinar for NAFSA members and $150 for nonmembers.

Please remember that you are encouraged to ask others to view the session as well at no additional cost. Therefore, if you and nine others attend the webinar, the cost could be as low as $10 each. There is no more efficient way to stay up to date on important issues for the benefit of your school and yourself.

Upcoming Webinars, REGISTER NOW:

I. "Addressing Diversification of Destination in Education Abroad"
Date: Wednesday, April 12, 2006
Time: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EST

Abstract:
This webinar will address diversification of study abroad programs available to students and student flows to non-traditional areas. It will also address the importance of diversification, some of the perceived barriers, current data from institutions, their program portfolio, and best practices with regards to short and long-term strategies for increasing diversification.

Presenters:
Anthony Ogden (The Pennsylvania State University)
Heidi Soneson (University of Minnesota)
Paige Weting (Indiana University)

II. "Values, Cultures, and Conflicts"
Date: Wednesday, September 27, 2006
Time: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EST

Abstract:
As the world is becoming a global village, sometimes it seems intercultural dialogue is declining and intercultural conflict is thriving. Further, whatever issue sparks the conflict, the methods we use for resolving it frequently make the problem even more uncomfortable. We will explore conflict styles, and strategies for resolving differences.

Presenters:
Janet Bennett (Intercultural Communication Institute)

III. "Millennials Go Abroad"
Date: Wednesday, November 29, 2006
Time: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EST

Abstract:
Meet the millennial generation: conventional, confident, special, sheltered, pressured, achieving, and team oriented- and currently studying abroad. Through describing the characteristics and needs of the generation that is now going abroad, this webinar will evaluate and consider creative/effective ways to advise, administer, and develop programming for these special students (and their parents!).

Presenters:
Brian Harley (Purdue University)
Jessica King (Study Abroad Italy)
Linda Klatt (Baylor University)

Previous Webinars Available for Download:

eRecruitment Trends and Techniques 2006
Date: Wednesday, February 22, 2006

Presenters:
Cheryl Darrup-Boychuck (usjournal.com)
Coleen N. Gatehouse (U.S. Department of State)

Why Is Being an American Overseas a Challenge?
Date: Thursday, October 20, 2005

Presenters:
Lew Jillings, Associate Dean, International Programs, Pennsylvania State University
John M. Keller, Director of Education Abroad, Pennsylvania State University
Orval J. Gingerich, Associate Dean, International Programs and Director, Center for Global
Education, Augsburg College

The Role of International Education in Global Workforce Development
Date: Thursday, December 8, 2005

Moderator:
Ron Moffatt, Director, International Student Center, San Diego State University

Presenters:
Darla K. Deardorff, Director, Association of International Education Administrators, Duke University
Robert Frost, Professor of Humanities and Spanish, Parkland College
Marty Tillman, Associate Director, Career Services, Johns Hopkins University - School of Advanced International Studies