EdUp International

EdUp International | Season 3, Episode 8 (Part A): Study New York Special In this special two-part series, recorded in collaboration with Study New York, we spotlight the incredible diversity of academic opportunities across New York State—and how they connect to real-world careers. In Part A , host James Shafer is joined by two outstanding guests: Kellie Fasano from the Culinary Institute of Amer...

In this episode of the EdUp International podcast, we introduce you to the hosts of the new exciting segments of the show: EdUp International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) —where today you'll meet the hosts of EdUp ISSS—and of EdUp International Enrollment Management (IEM) that will continue to be hosted by James Shafer. New EdUp-ISSS hosts Jennifer Kenyon (SUNY Geneseo) and Tricia Herri...

What does it take to connect international tech talent with U.S. employers? In this episode of EdUp International , James Shafer talks with Leanne McKeown , Director of Corporate Outreach & Career Development at Touro University’s Graduate School of Technology. Leanne shares her own bold move—studying abroad in the Philippines —and how that experience shaped her passion for helping internation...

In this episode of EdUp International , host James Shafer heads to the City of Brotherly Love — Philadelphia — to explore how one organization is helping international students not just study in the U.S., but belong here. James is joined by Marissa Amos , Community Engagement Manager at International House Philadelphia (IHP) , a long-standing hub for cultural exchange and global connection. This c...

In part 2 of this special Study New York edition of The EdUp International Podcast , we continue the discussion about international credential evaluation . Host James Shafer moderates a thoughtful discussion with three higher ed experts: 🎓 Jennifer Kenyon – Assistant Director of International Admissions, SUNY Geneseo 🎓 Cynthia Yu – Assistant Director of International Admissions, University at Bu...

In this special Study New York edition of The EdUp International Podcast , we dive into one of the most technical — and often misunderstood — areas of international admissions: international credential evaluation . Host James Shafer moderates a thoughtful discussion with three higher ed experts: 🎓 Jennifer Kenyon – Executive Director of Global Engagement, SUNY Geneseo 🎓 Cynthia Yu – Associate Di...

In this episode of EdUp International , we continue last-week’s conversation with Ben Waxman, CEO of INTEAD, who introduces a powerful new metaphor for international student recruitment: the metro map. Instead of a straight line from lead to admit, Ben encourages institutions to think of their campus as city central and their website as the main subway station —a hub of engagement and discovery fo...

Community colleges are often misunderstood outside of the U.S.—frequently not recognized as a legitimate pathway to a bachelor’s degree. Before she could recruit in Taiwan, Dr. Jia-Yi Cheng-Levine , Dean of International Affairs & Global Engagement at College of the Canyons , had to launch a campaign to educate key stakeholders in Taiwan and elsewhere—government officials, parents, and agencie...

🚀 EdUp International Podcast – Season 2, Episode 8 Developing an International Student Recruitment Plan with Study New York (Part 2 of 2) How can universities craft a smart, sustainable international student recruitment plan? In this episode, we bring you Part 2 of the Study New York webinar, featuring five international recruitment and marketing experts from leading institutions across the state...

**🎙️ EdUp International Podcast – Season 2, Episode 7: Developing an International Student Recruitment Plan with Study New York (Part 1 of 2) ** In this episode of the EdUp International podcast, we hear from international student recruitment and marketing specialists from five Study New York member universities as they share insights into building a strategic and effective international recruitme...

In Season 2, Episode 6 of the EdUp International podcast, Jay Ligon, Founder of Enrollment Charts, and Ted Conway, Chief Operations Officer, unveil their data-first, analytical approach to international student recruitment and marketing. This episode dives deep into: Leveraging concepts like mean reversion and buying the dip to power data-driven strategies. Rethinking institutional long-term strat...

In this episode of EdUp International , we’re joined by two powerhouses in international enrollment management: Clay Harmon , Executive Director of AIRC (The Association of International Enrollment Management), and George Kacenga , Vice President of Enrollment Management at William Paterson University in New Jersey. We’ll explore: 🌏 Their journeys as leaders in international enrollment management...

🎙️ EdUp International is back with Part 2! 🚀 Join us for the conclusion of the Study New York Roundtable on International Student Recruitment , where the insights keep flowing! Your host, James Shafer , once again teams up with an amazing panel led by Tricia Herritt of Buffalo State and featuring:🌟 Amanda Stevens from the Culinary Institute of America🌟 Jennifer Kenyon from SUNY Geneseo🌟 Freddy...

🎙️ Welcome to Season 2 of EdUp International! 🚀 We’re kicking things off with an incredible two-part Study New York Roundtable on International Student Recruitment ! Your host, James Shafer , is joined by a stellar panel led by Tricia Herritt of Buffalo State, featuring:🌟 Amanda Stevens from the Culinary Institute of America🌟 Jennifer Kenyon from SUNY Geneseo🌟 Freddy Cicchetti from Long Island...

🚀 Season 2 of EdUp International is on fire! 🎙️ Join your host, James Shafer, for an inspiring Episode 2 featuring two extraordinary guests from One To World: Marisa Silva, Senior Director of Membership & Programs, and Deepesh Dhingra, Executive Director. In this episode, discover: 🌍 The journeys that led Marisa and Deepesh into international education and nonprofit work. 🤝 How One to World...

🚀 Season 2 of EdUp International is here! 🎙️ Join me, James Shafer , as I kick off the first episode of Season 2 with special guest Dhruv Mohan , Manager of International Recruitment at Western Continuing Education of Western University in London, Ontario, Canada. With over a decade of experience in student recruitment for top institutes in Canada and Australia, Dhruv brings a wealth of knowledge...

🎙️ Welcome to Episode 12 of EdUp International, where YOUR time to #EdUp has arrived! I’m your host James Shafer , joined by Shaun Carver , Executive Director at International House at UC Berkeley . Shaun has served in several leadership positions in international education, including stints in Beijing and Shanghai, and he has earned his doctorate in education (Ed. D.) at the University of Souther...

🎙️ Welcome to Episode 11 of EdUp International, where YOUR time to #EdUp has arrived! I’m your host James Shafer , joined by Sara Schmitt , COO and Cofounder at Adro . Sara is also a philanthropist, business advisor, and graduate-level educator. In this episode: 🌟Sara addresses banking and finance barriers, scams, and tips for establishing credit for international students. 🌟Learn about good and...

🎙️ Welcome to Episode 10 of EdUp International, where YOUR time to #EdUp has arrived! I’m your host James Shafer . Your guest is Cassandra Wong . Cassandra is an international marketing consultant and former Head of Marketing at New York Language Center, a proprietary language school that has built a thriving social media presence. We conclude the episode with SEVIS Education Insights with Jesse ,...

🎙️ Welcome to Episode 9 of EdUp International, where YOUR time to #EdUp has arrived! I’m your host James Shafer . Your guest is Ward Deutschman . an authority on accreditation for higher education institutions and international student regulations We conclude the episode with our 2nd installment of SEVIS Education Insights with Jesse , where Jesse Ruhl of SEVIS Education and Consulting takes a dee...

🎙️ Welcome to Episode 8 of EdUp International, where YOUR time to #EdUp has arrived! I’m your host James Shafer . Your guest co-host is Nichole Barbé , a leading higher education consultant for international student marketing and recruiting. Your special guest is Robert Sovik , Founder and Director of Harpier, a company driving enrollment success through curated alumni ambassador stories. We concl...

🎙️ Ready to elevate your understanding of international student and scholar visa regulations? Welcome to Episode 7 of EdUp International, where YOUR time to #EdUp has arrived! In this episode, we bring back the dynamic Jesse Ruhl , President of SEVIS Education & Consulting LLC, a true authority in F1 & J1 regulations training. Hosted by YOUR guide, James Shafer, this installment unveils a...

It’s YOUR time to #EdUp with EdUp International Episode 6. YOUR guest is Dr. Jennifer Fullick , Director for Health, Safety, and Security at the Institute for Study Abroad (IFSA), providing Future-Focused Study Abroad solutions. YOUR host is  ⁠⁠⁠⁠ James Shafer⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ , Director of International Student Recruitment & Enrollment at  ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Touro University⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ In this episode, we chat about:  The &...

It’s YOUR time to #EdUp EdUp International Episode 5. YOUR guest is Jason Hall , President and Co-Founder of Study Plans, providing AI-powered admissions solutions in higher ed. YOUR host is  ⁠⁠⁠⁠ James Shafer⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ , Director of International Student Recruitment & Enrollment at  ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Touro University⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ In this episode:  Jason's career journey from tech to higher ed, including the disapp...

It’s YOUR time to #EdUp EdUp International Episode 4, part 2 of a two-part episode. YOUR guest is ⁠June Sadowski-Devarez⁠ , retired founder and President of International Education Training Services. YOUR guest host is ⁠Jesse Ruhl⁠ , of SEVIS Training & Consulting LLC.  YOUR host is  ⁠⁠⁠ James Shafer⁠ ⁠⁠ , Director of International Student Recruitment & Enrollment at  ⁠⁠⁠ Touro University⁠...