by Alliance Staff | Sep 7, 2016 | Exchange Visitor Program, Federal Register, Study Abroad
The number of exchange visitors and international students in the United States has increased by 5.4 percent since July 2015, according to data published in a quarterly report by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The number of J-1 exchange visitors in the U.S. grew from 244,766 in July 2015 to 258,012 in July 2016 (5.4% increase), while the number of F- and M-visa holders studying in the U.S. increased from 1.05 million in July 2015 to 1.11 million in July 2016 (5.5% increase).
by Alliance Staff | Aug 17, 2016 | Alliance Commentary
Alliance members hosted 26 different community service events in states around the U.S. to participate in “J Day” – the annual celebration of international exchanges. These events enable sponsors to connect exchange participants with their American hosts through meaningful and fun activities.
by Alliance Staff | Aug 8, 2016 | Exchanges in the Media, Federal Register, Study Abroad
In light of the recent terrorist attacks and threats in countries like France, Italy, Belgium, the UK, and Bangladesh, higher education institutions in the United States are reevaluating security measures and crisis management procedures for their study abroad programs in destinations around the globe, according to a recent article by the Atlantic.
by Alliance Staff | Aug 3, 2016 | Alliance Commentary
As published in the Huffington Post on August 3, 2016
by Alliance Staff | Aug 2, 2016 | Department of State News, Federal Register, Study Abroad
A year after the U.S. Department of State launched its Study Abroad branch, branch chief Leanne Dunsmore reported a successful beginning as the branch strives to increase participation in and the diversification of study abroad.
