Our international student population comes from over 100 different countries and brings with them unique experiences and perspectives that enrich our campus community and classroom environment.
During this session, we intend to address the following questions through enriched dialogue:
- Who are our international students? From visa status to language skills, what are the many nuances behind ‘international’?
- How do we learn from our diverse international population?
- What role does our campus community play in supporting international student success?
At the end of this session, participants will leave with an understanding of the varied international student experiences with the intention of supporting a culture of inclusivity, diversity, and acceptance.
Learning Objectives:
At the end of this session, participants will be able to:
- Recognize the diversity of our international student population
- Summarize two factors that affect international student success.
- Reflect on one thing they can do to support the international student experience
Key Themes
- Leading Change
- Supporting Students
Session(s)
April 9, 2019
1:00 - 2:00 pm
STC 0060
Presenter(s):
Candace Brown: As the International Student Experience Manager, Candace Brown and her team support the academic and personal success of international students through strategic initiatives. Before joining the University of Waterloo, Candace worked in the College sector in international student affairs and student services. Candace has her MA Education, is a Registered Canadian Immigration Consultant, an Honours BA Business Administration and a Business Management Diploma. As a former international student herself, Candace loves the endless opportunity to engage, support and advocate for the international student experience.
Sacha Geer: As the Manager, International Mobility and Intercultural Learning in the Student Success Office, Sacha Geer and her team support students traveling to and from more than 100 partner schools across the world for exchange, study abroad and summer programs, and is responsible for the Global Experience Certificate program, which assists UW students to become world-ready graduates through recognition of international and cross-cultural experiences and skill development. Sacha holds an MA and PhD in Cultural Anthropology and taught at 3 U15 universities across Canada before joining Waterloo. A first generation Canadian, Sacha is committed to supporting the campus community in developing intercultural skills that help to celebrate all of our diverse experiences.
Contributor
Sandra López-Rocha, PhD
Coordinator, Global Experience Certificate
Student Success Office