INDIA & ASIA
ANDHRA PRADESH UNIVERSITY VCS RECOMMENDED TO RAMP UP TO ATTRACT INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
The Indian state of Andhra Pradesh is looking ahead to globalise higher education. As a part of the initiative, the government and the University Grants Commission (UGC) have recommended that every university in the state should establish an on-campus Office of International Affair.
TAIWAN EDUCATION MINISTRY TO RECRUIT MORE FOREIGN ENGLISH TEACHERS
The Ministry of Education (MOE) of Taiwan plans to onboard more foreign English-language teachers for the public schools in the country this year. The drive is a part of the campaign to make Taiwan a bilingual nation by 2030. The foreign English teacher recruitment quota has been increased from 81 to 381 per year.
UK & EUROPE
STRESS FOR UK UNIVERSITY STUDENTS WITH UNCERTAINTY LOOMING OVER RETURN DATE
University Vice-Chancellors in the UK stated that the government is endangering the mental health of young students, by refusing to give return dates for them to rejoin university campuses. Universities still have no status on when they will be allowed to have about 1 million students back for face-to-face teaching.
UK & SINGAPORE TO COLLABORATE FOR ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND INNOVATION
UK and Singapore are planning a first-of-its-kind alliance to enhance collaborations in entrepreneurship and innovation. UKSAEI, the UK-Singapore Universities Alliance for Entrepreneurship and Innovation, brings together top UK universities for knowledge exchange and collaboration in commercialisation and innovation.
VOCATIONAL EDUCATION PAVES THE WAY FOR A BRIGHT FUTURE FOR YOUNG STUDENTS
In a recently published Further Education White Paper, the UK government has hinted at new policy proposals that emphasise vocational qualifications for students. The paper addresses vocational education as a pathway leading to a bright future for young students. It also highlights the importance of technical skills.
BREXIT PUTS NI TEACHERS IN HIGH DEMAND WITH EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITY IN EUROPE
Gerry Rafferty from Armagh has lived in Milan for the last three decades and believes that Brexit has led to high demand and unique opportunities for NI teachers in Europe. After changes in employment rules, Gerry created an all-Ireland educational recruitment company for finding educators for EU schools.
GROWTH FUND PROJECTS INVOLVING TU EINDHOVEN TO GET 1.4 BILLION FUNDING
The Dutch Cabinet has allocated a whopping 4 billion euros for economic growth under the National Growth Fund. Of this amount, 1.4 billion euros will be spent on the projects involving TU/e. These include an integrated healthcare data system, quantum technology, artificial intelligence, green hydrogen, and regenerative medicine.
USA
SUNY CHANCELLOR’S AWARDS FOR SEVEN STUDENTS
Seven students from Cornell’s four contract colleges have received nominations for the State University of New York Chancellor’s Award for Student Excellence 2021. The award is given to students who showcase outstanding achievements in areas such as academics, campus involvement, leadership, community service, or the arts.
RECORD SURGE IN UNDERGRADUATE APPLICATIONS FOR DUKE UNIVERSITY
Despite the pandemic, the 2021-2022 academic year has been an exceptional one for Duke University. It has received 49,555 undergraduate applications, which translates into an exemplary rise of 25 percent from the last year, the largest year-to-year increase in the history of the school. The number stood at 39,717 in the last year.
NASA TO FUND INNOVATIVE CONCEPTS FOR CONTINUED STUDY
As a part of its vision to develop and study innovative approaches for exploring space, NASA has picked seven studies for additional funding under the NASA Innovative Advanced Concepts (NIAC) program. The funding will amount to a massive $5 million. The proposals were evaluated and selected through a peer-review process.
SYLVANIA STUDENTS REACH THE FINALS OF INTERNATIONAL SCIENCE FAIR
Two juniors from Northview High School have made it to the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair that offers more than $4 million in awards and scholarships. Anish Gupta, 16, and Haroon Lughmani, 17, along with four other finalists, have been selected by the Ohio Academy of Science in its Buckeye Science and Engineering Fair.
BARTON INTERNATIONAL GROUP OFFERS OPPORTUNITY FOR STUDENTS TO WORK FOR WICHITA BUSINESSES
The Barton International Group (BIG) brings opportunities for students to work with local businesses in Wichita state. A student-led consulting firm, BIG has been around since 2008 and has worked with leading clients such as Koch industries and Qdoba. They take pride in working with a diverse range of businesses.
VISA APPLICATION HURDLES MAY POSE CHALLENGES FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS SEEKING ENTRY IN US
International students can expect logistical challenges in their journey to the US in the September academic session as consulates and embassies abroad are yet to resume visa processing. Further, travel restrictions are still in place for many countries, which is another concern for study abroad aspirants.
STUDENT SCHOLARSHIPS WORTH $10 MILLION FOR ASHLAND UNIVERSITY
Ohio’s Ashland University has declared that Bob and Jan Archer have given a $10 million grant to support student scholarships. The grant is the largest one-time gift in the history of the university. It will fund four-year scholarships for students and extend support for student-retention initiatives, marketing, athletics, and capital improvements.
