The Study State Advantage: Local Collaboration for Global Impact

Friday, November 15, 2024

9:30 AM – 10:20 AM EST

Location: Commonwealth 1

Presenter(s)

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Anna M. Bradford, Master of Education - MEd, Educational Policy, Organization, and Leadership Concentration: Global Studies

Associate Director of International Admissions
Millersville University
Millersville, Pennsylvania
NC

Nicolas Cervantes

Director
U.S. Commercial Service

Chair and Presenter(s)

Rachel Scholten, MA

Director of International Admission
Loyola University Maryland
Baltimore, Maryland

Presentation Description:

Study State Consortia pool resources and maximize global outreach to promote their respective states as a study destination and recruit international students through creative recruiting and marketing strategies and strategic partnerships. Consortia members benefit from connections to prospective students, global HEIs, governmental, NGOs, and private sector organizations. This session will feature representatives from USCS, Study Maryland, and Study Pennsylvania highlighting recent successful initiatives and benefits of membership.

Learning Objectives:

Discuss the history of Study State Consortia and their unique position within the international education landscape
Examine the benefits brought to members through various activities, advocacy, and professional development opportunities
Consider the breadth of organizations with potential for Study State collaboration, such as District Export Councils, state government agencies, nonprofits, private sector companies, and other like-minded organizations