If you hadn’t already seen our announcement about the IIE SIO of the Year nomination deadline of Monday, January 19, 2026, then this is a friendly reminder. Thanks to those who have already submitted and shared! For those in progress of nominating or could help us remind colleagues, we appreciate your time this week to make sure all nominations are completed and submitted by the deadline.
SAA’s 2026 Scholarships for Community and Technical College Students are officially open!
Up to $5,000 in funding available
Open to community and technical college students participating on SAA-run summer (May, June, July, or August) programs
Deadline: January 15, 2026
CCIE wants to acknowledge and congratulate all of our members who have published or presented on the topics of International Higher Education.
Jan. 15; Feb. 19: Guest Speaker: Bryan McAllister; March 19; April 16; May 21.
Please note that some of these days may be changed in the future.
We are excited to announce a new program fee discount for the USAC Gold Coast, Australia program that you can also share with your students.
Students who are approved to attend the 2026 Spring (Trimester 1) 30 credit point program will automatically receive $1,000 off their program fee. From now through April 1, 2026, students who apply for the 30 credit point program for the 2026 2026 Fall (Trimester 2) term will also receive $1,000 off their program fee.
LewerMark Student Insurance has been insuring international and study abroad students for over 35 years. They partner with universities to design health insurance programs that meet the unique needs of their student population while offering personalized, high-touch support so staff and administrators can focus on serving their students.
CCIE: California Community College International Mobility Programs: 2025
This report contains information on education abroad and international student numbers and financial contributions from 2005 – 24/25.
Important announcements and opportunities with Region XII
Annual Event Started by the U.S. Departments of State and Education to be Celebrated November 17-21. NAFSA: Association of International Educators, The Forum on Education Abroad, and the Association of International Education Administrators (AIEA) have pledged to uphold the annual tradition of celebrating International Education Week (IEW) in November.
Here are a few USAC updates and opportunities that may be of interest to you and your colleagues.