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EPISODE 12

Elevating University Profiles:

Strategies for IE Success with Meredith McQuaid
 

Episode Summary

Meredith McQuaid, an expert in international education with over 15 years as SIO at the University of Minnesota and leadership roles at NAFSA, discusses raising a university's profile through global education. She stresses gaining support from university presidents and building a coalition of stakeholders who grasp its value. McQuaid emphasizes effective storytelling and data-driven advocacy to showcase its impact on the student experience. She outlines challenges and opportunities, offering practical strategies for success.

See What’s Inside
[31:46] Full Podcast Episode
[0:56] Introduction
[2:11] Promoting International Education: Challenges and Solutions
[1:50] The Impact of International Education: Perception vs. Reality
[4:53] Unlocking Impact Measurement in Global Education
[4:58] How to Advocate for Global Education: Data, Stories, Collaboration
[2:06] SIO Strategies After Losing International Education Support
[1:46] Optimizing International Education Support at Any Level
[2:41] How IE Raises the Profile of Universities
[2:10] Is IE a Practical Solution to the Enrollment Cliff?
[1:26] Putting International Education on the President's Radar
TRANSCRIPT
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Having more students who study abroad or having more international students doesn’t necessarily internationalize the university.
— Meredith McQuaid
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