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ProVisions : Teaching and Learning with International Students. International Study Body & Resources for Faculty Colleen Flynn Thapalia. Internationalization of the Campus.
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ProVisions: Teaching and Learning with International Students International Study Body & Resources for Faculty Colleen Flynn Thapalia
Internationalization of the Campus • One of President Stefanco’s “four pillars,” mentioned in her inaugural address – developing Saint Rose as a center for global connectedness • Specific recruitment efforts have been underway since 2012, encompassing both undergraduate and graduate outreach • Center for International Programs was established in 2014 to provide support to efforts, including international student support, ESL, and study abroad.
Campus Support for International Students Coordination of On-campus Support • Orientation – expanded from the past, includes temporary housing, airport pick-up, presentations on maintaining visa, academic expectations, etc. • Writing Center – has tutors with specific skills in working with English Language Learners • Services – include help with Social Security cards, drivers licenses, taxes; medical insurance
Resources for Faculty Grading • High school grading systems • Rhode Island school guide • University grading systems • WES grade conversion
Resources for Faculty Educational Systems • UNESCO Profiles • http://www.ibe.unesco.org/en/worldwide/unesco-regions.html • WES profiles • https://www.wes.org/wes_tools/profile.asp (include links to other sources)