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📚 Published! Journal of Studies in International Education v.30 n.2 (May 2026)

With papers by @LyTran10.bsky.social, @MelWhat.bsky.social, @MChankseliani.bsky.social et al

→ journals.sagepub.com/toc/jsia/30/2

#IntlEd #StudyAbroad #StudentMobility

‘Profound shift’ in international student mobility post-Brexit Ministers increasingly saw education as an ‘export’ after exiting the EU, prioritising economic gain over other benefits, argue authors of new book

What do we lose when education becomes an “export”?

Professor Johanna Waters: “The reframing of higher education as primarily an export… prioritises financial concerns over cultural, social & political benefits.”

Find out more: tinyurl.com/ucl-thejow

#HigherEducation #StudentMobility @ucl.ac.uk

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International student agency in study abroad decision-making: a qualitative case study based on the Chordal Triad of Agency

Yun Yue, Wenqin Shen, Weijuan Yu, Yishu Liu and Siyu Wang

→ doi.org/10.1177/1028...

#InternationalStudents #StudentMobility #StudyAbroad #DecisionMaking #StudentAgency

ODE urges narrow fix to MIC3 language in ORS 326.552 to prevent unintended expansion Oregon Department of Education told the Senate Education Committee on Feb. 17 that a technical statutory correction to ORS 326.552 is needed so Oregon law matches the Military Interstate Children's Compact model and does not broaden eligibility to National Guard members on state missions.

Oregon's education officials are pushing for crucial legal changes to protect military students from unnecessary disruptions during relocations—could this be a game-changer for families?

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#OR #EducationPolicy #StudentMobility #MilitaryFamilies

ZeroMobIt, a Hyderabad-based student mobility startup founded by Vijay Ganagam (CEO) and Alfred Lazarus (CVO), has raised ₹1.5 crore in pre-seed funding

Read Full Article: deccanfounders.com/2026/24/n...

#ZeroMobIt #DeccanFounders #JioMart #Funding #StudentMobility #Startup

Wales urged to continue ‘life-changing’ student exchange scheme Taith being wound down as UK prepares to rejoin Erasmus but academics say nation has benefitted hugely from having own programme

Who benefits when student mobility is inclusive?

Prof. Johanna Waters tells @timeshighered.bsky.social that Wales’ Taith has opened international opportunities for 18,000 students, including those facing financial, caring, or confidence barriers.

#StudentMobility #HigherEd #Geography @ucl.ac.uk

Rialto board approves Omnitrans pact to give students unlimited free rides through 2029 Trustees approved an agreement with Omnitrans to provide unlimited free rides to K–12 students from June 1, 2026 to June 1, 2029 at a not-to-exceed cost of $156,000; staff said Omnitrans/county grants may offset the cost and explained ID/pass tracking.

The Rialto Unified School District just approved a groundbreaking agreement for unlimited free transit rides for K-12 students, paving the way for enhanced accessibility and mobility through 2029!

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#CA #CitizenPortal #PublicTransit #StudentMobility

Applications for the 2026 Student Mobility Training Program are closing soon. Graduate students can pursue interdisciplinary, SDG-focused research in global contexts.

Interested in research like this? Apply by February 12.
sdg.utoronto.ca/mitacs-sdgsu...

#StudentMobility #SDGs

Contents page of Journal of Studies in International Education v.30 n.1 (February 2026)

📚 Published! Journal of Studies in International Education v.30 n.1 (February 2026)

→ journals.sagepub.com/toc/jsia/30/1

#IntlEd #StudyAbroad #StudentMobility

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Internationalization of Chinese higher education: is it Westernization?

Yan Guo, Shibao Guo, Lorin Yochim and Xiaoli Liu

Open access → doi.org/10.1177/1028...

#Internationalization #HigherEd #Westernization #InternationalizationAtHome #StudentMobility #China 🇨🇳

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Stepwise migration intentions of international students: an explanatory sequential study

@yasarkondakci.bsky.social, Sevgi Kaya Kasikci, Merve Zayim Kurtay and Yesim Capa Aydin

Open access → doi.org/10.1177/1028...

#InternationalStudents #StudentMobility #StepwiseMigration #Migration #Türkiye 🇹🇷

Recognition is not only an administrative procedure, but a fundamental condition for fair, transparent, and meaningful student mobility.
Read the full report on our website under the “Resources” section: aurea-project.eu
#AUREA #CreditRecognition #StudentMobility

Brexit reshaped student mobility. Who studies where, & who misses out.

Join us on 26 March for the launch of Post-Brexit Student Mobilities, exploring Erasmus+, the Turing Scheme and what comes next.

Free event: tinyurl.com/ucl-sm

#StudentMobility #PostBrexit #ErasmusPlus #UCLGeography

Australia’s Education Shift! - Stratheia Australia’s education and migration policies offer Pakistan a strategic opportunity to boost youth skills, and research ties.

As the UK and Canada tighten visas, Australia is emerging as a stable study destination for Pakistani students.
#StudyInAustralia #StudentMobility #HigherEducation
stratheia.com/australias-e...

Figure 2. 2022 international student mobility network.

Navigating global trends: a longitudinal network analysis of international student mobility

Jeanette B. Ruiz, @pablomflores.phd and George A. Barnett

Open access → doi.org/10.1177/1028...

#StudentMobility #InternationalStudents #IntlEd #NetworkAnalysis

College Station ISD lays out limited out‑of‑district transfer criteria to counter enrollment declines Administration proposed a controlled out‑of‑district transfer program for selected campus pathways, setting academic and behavior criteria, an annual renewal requirement, and a Jan. 5–Feb. 27 application window; transportation will not be provided for transfer students.

College Station ISD is unveiling a limited out-of-district transfer program designed to combat declining enrollment, but there are specific academic and behavior criteria to meet!

Learn more here

#TX #AcademicStandards #StudentMobility #EnrollmentInnovation #TexasEducation #CitizenPortal

Promotional graphic for the ECEM project featuring the title “Defining Societal Mission for University – Good Practice Compendium.” It highlights themes such as service-learning, global–local connection, and intercultural competence. On the right bottom corner, a diverse group of students stand outdoors smiling and talking while holding notebooks and folders.

As we wrap up the #ECEM project, we’re glad to share examples of how universities bridge internationalisation and community engagement through the Good Practice Compendium.

🔗 Explore the full compendium here: zenodo.org/records/1755...

#ECEM #HigherEducation #StudentMobility #CivicEngagement

ECEM project promotional image titled “Integration of Service-Learning Actions in Erasmus+ Mobilities – Policy Report”. On the bottom, a small group of three students sit together, collaborating while reviewing papers.

Today we’re sharing a closer look at the European, national, and institutional policies, highlighting opportunities to embed Service-Learning in Erasmus+ mobility through our Policy Report📘

Access the full report: zenodo.org/records/1755...

#ECEM #HigherEducation #StudentMobility #CivicEngagement

Upper Darby presents district review: enrollment broadly steady but staffing, EL growth and absenteeism pose ongoing challenges District leaders reported 11,918 students, a growing English‑learner population (more than 2,200), rising specialized‑needs enrollment, high student mobility (~1,400 withdrawals and additions yearly) and staffing pressures including 56 emergency‑certified teachers and a substitute fill rate that improved from 35% to 47%.

Upper Darby School District faces a critical crossroads with growing student needs and staffing challenges, as they navigate an enrollment of nearly 12,000 pupils amid rising absenteeism and a shortage of certified teachers.

Read the full story

#PA #CitizenPortal #StudentMobility

🎓 Empirical Student Mobility Validation: Quantifying Administrative Burden Reduction through Wallet-Based Alliance Credentials

DC4EU pilot: 273 students, 36 institutions, 16 MSs

Validated transformation from weeks-long manual processes to instant verified access.

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#StudentMobility #DC4EU

District enrollment study: modest net outflow, staff to run focus groups with St. Olaf Staff reported small declines in Northfield residents out (292 to 288) and nonresident students in (549 to 480), and the district said it will run focus groups with St. Olaf and a vendor (Teamworks) to learn why families choose other options, including 303 students reported from the Faribault ZIP code.

Northfield Public Schools are witnessing intriguing shifts in student enrollment, with a slight decline in local residents leaving and a notable focus on understanding why families choose other options.

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#MN #CitizenPortal #StudentMobility #CommunityEngagement

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Study in China and ‘Agency in Mobility’: insights from African international students’ narratives

Wen Xu

→ doi.org/10.1177/1028...

#InternationalStudents #AfricanStudents #StudyAbroad #StudentMobility #Agency #HigherEd #China

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Intra-Africa student mobility and social class reproduction: implications for equity and inclusivity

Tibelius Amutuhaire

🔓→ doi.org/10.1177/1028...

#Internationalization #StudentMobility #SocialClass #SocialMobility #Equity #SocialInequality #Inclusivity #Africa #Uganda #Rwanda #Burundi 🇺🇬🇷🇼🇧🇮

Post-Brexit Student Mobilities In this blog, Professors Johanna Waters and Rachel Brooks examine how Brexit has reshaped UK student mobility, from the loss of Erasmus+ to the rise of the Turing and Taith Schemes. They discuss shift...

Brexit has changed UK student mobility. 🌍 Erasmus+ ended; Turing & Taith began.

Professors Johanna Waters and Rachel Brooks explore the impact and future of study abroad: tinyurl.com/ucl-pb

#StudentMobility #Brexit #UCLGeography @ucl.ac.uk

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International student mobility and the obtainment of elite academic positions: does it pay off and for whom?

Haotian Xu and Wenqin Shen

→ doi.org/10.1177/1028...

#StudentMobility #CareerDevelopment #DoctoralStudents #Doctorates #PhDChat #IntlEd #Careers #StudyAbroad

Porterville delays fixed‑route transit decision after weeks of public comment; council asks staff to return with revised plan After extensive public comment from students, faculty and residents, the council voted to pause transit changes and asked staff to revisit a proposal from Councilman Rivas — the motion passed 4‑1.

Porterville's City Council has hit pause on the transit changes after hearing powerful testimonies from students and faculty about the critical need for restored bus routes.

Get the details!

#PortervilleTulareCounty #CA #StudentMobility #CitizenPortal #PublicTransportation #CommunityAccess

Indian students face tougher immigration policies abroad. 📉 Sponsored study visas for Indians in UK dropped 36% in 2024 vs 2022. Campuses in India offer quality education locally, making it more accessible. #StudentMobility #GlobalLearning

🌍 WellMoBe is here!
On Oct 3, we launched WellMoBe, an EUniWell project to make student mobility fair, inclusive & accessible for all.

Kick-off event organized by University of Santiago de Compostela, with partners: USC, Florence, Murcia & Nantes.

#WellMoBe #EUniWell #StudentMobility

Contents page of Journal of Studies in International Education v.29 n.5 (November 2025)

📚 Published! Journal of Studies in International Education v.29 n.5 (November 2025)

→ journals.sagepub.com/toc/jsia/29/5

#IntlEd #StudyAbroad #StudentMobility

Why Are Common Values Essential for Integration?

Discovering how universities can embed civic education to build truly inclusive spaces led by Prof. Dr. Kris Grimonprez, KU Leuven.

#EUniverseproject #HigherEd #ErasmusPlus #StudentMobility #InclusionInMobility
#EmpoweringStudents