David Comp

Publish IHEC Blog. Research focus on Int’l Ed. & mutual understanding. Opinions my own, RT ≠ endorsement.

[David Comp @DavidComp]

Before traveling w/ @GoAbroad hats I traveled w/ my 1997 @letsgotraveld hat! My brother-in-law was Research-Writer for Central America in 1996 (perhaps 2nd edition?) & Editor in summer 1997 for the 1998 New Zealand book (perhaps 1st edition?)! 1/3

[International Education Research @IDPDRIE]

What Has Internationalization Ever Done for Us? A Regression Analysis of International Education and Labour Market Outcomes in Canada
https://t.co/xq3Gcf1Dnl

[David Comp @DavidComp]

Hanging in my garage from the 1982 season

[Karin Fischer @karinfischer]

A recent survey from @ACEducation found that six in 10 senior college leaders said they are “extremely” or “moderately” concerned about the impact of immigration restrictions and visa revocations

[Shai Reshef @ShaiReshef]

After 18 years in the workforce, Maddiel is proving it's never too late to earn a college degree.

As a Cuban-American and first-generation college student, he's pursuing his degree at @UoPeople without putting his career on hold.

#HispanicHeritageMonth #UoPeople

[Shai Reshef @ShaiReshef]

What if AI could make quality higher education accessible to millions more people?

At @UoPeople, we're exploring how AI can support students, reduce barriers, and expand access to learning.

AI should enhance critical thinking, not replace it.

What do you think?

[Karin Fischer @karinfischer]

🚨 NEWS: Trump administration wants to sharply increase fees for participating in optional practical training, the work program for recent international graduates. There would be a $70,000 fee for an initial OPT application and $30,000 for subsequent apps https://t.co/wmcTlAtsqh

[NAFSA @NAFSA]

🚨Happening Tomorrow: Join NAFSA staff for a member only virtual Town Hall discussing the Curricular Practical Training lawsuit in response to the two broadcast messages issues by SEVP.

🔗Register Now: https://t.co/2QILhK3yP5

[Marty Bennett @SMIEConsulting]

#intled - Was there a bright spot in the fall SEVIS by the Numbers data? Doctoral degree international students are up 5%. Sadly, this was not enough to offset the cratering (again) of master’s degree candidates (mostly from India and China). https://t.co/ulQp2dsABS

[Educational & Cultural Affairs—U.S. Dept. of State @ECAatState]

International high school students! Ready to spend a school year in the U.S.? 🇺🇸✈️

The FLEX Global exchange program application is officially OPEN for 2027–2028!

Live with a host family, attend a U.S. high school, and build real-world skills.

Check eligibility & apply now.

https://t.co/U4M8bvjfje

[Educational & Cultural Affairs—U.S. Dept. of State @ECAatState]

Ready to gain the ultimate competitive edge?

The @GilmanProgram equips eligible U.S. undergrads to study or intern abroad, sharpen in-demand skills, and prepare to compete in the American workforce. 🇺🇸

⏰ Apply by 11:59 p.m. PT tonight.

https://t.co/NFyRdUHkuC

[Karin Fischer @karinfischer]

The U.S. government is appealing a federal judge's decision to block a sweeping new student-visa rule, putting time limits on foreign students, from going into effect.

https://t.co/yBfcPMmmBk

[Karin Fischer @karinfischer]

NEW: The White House has stripped $70 million in already-appropriated funding for "woke" international-education projects.

https://t.co/H1RTFmUfgQ

[Karin Fischer @karinfischer]

Lawmakers say caps on foreign athletes will keep spots on college teams’ rosters for Americans. But is the critique justified?

“I want to myth-bust on the notion we’re stealing spots,” an expert said.
https://t.co/ar2LV9Q2dE

[UniversityWorldNews @uniworldnews]

How can transnational education balance commercial, educational and public interests while safeguarding students as geopolitics plays an increasing role in the sector?- write Angel Calderon, @Ehazelkorn, Hamish Coates & @HdeWitIHEd https://t.co/poQPpyOPUg

[David Comp @DavidComp]

Beautiful day and view of McKinley Marina and Milwaukee Yacht Club to job search…

[The PIE News @ThePIENews]

A new fee proposal for America’s post-graduation work stream has moved one step closer to implementation, after reports of the administration weighing a $100,000 charge. 

https://t.co/gTlwmDrQIY

[Educational & Cultural Affairs—U.S. Dept. of State @ECAatState]

🇺🇸 25 years. 50,000+ American students. Countless skills brought home.

The @GilmanProgram sends U.S. college students abroad to study and intern- and they come back with the workforce skills that strengthen America’s competitive edge.

[David Comp @DavidComp]

Canadian PM @MarkJCarney highlights the value of People-to-People ties and educational mobility and research collaboration between Canada and the @EU_Commission & @EUErasmusPlus https://t.co/AxXyVSFlJz

[The PIE News @ThePIENews]

A new Canadian government initiative to attract more graduate students is paying off, with the number of study permits issued to them doubling this spring compared to 2025.

https://t.co/YkzxXxSvba

[Karin Fischer @karinfischer]

A judge’s decision blocking a sweeping student-visa rule is a major victory for colleges and international students — but it's only the first skirmish of what's likely to be a lengthy fight. https://t.co/l4LAa5UnCV