The Cambridge Insider Podcast

Cambridge Talks: Fresh Starts & Refocus: The importance of international education within our community. Join Cambridge hosts Stephen and Mariah as they relaunch a new season on the Cambridge Insider Podcast! They will discuss the fresh start and remind us of the importance of having international education within our schools and communities! Are you a student looking for a U.S. school that ac...

As announced in the previous week’s episode, Cambridge has recently restructured its operations to more efficiently navigate the ever-changing secondary international education market. With many changes come many questions, so our hosts will address the most common reactions to this by students, parents, and school partners. Join hosts Meg and Stephen for an informative discussion. Are you a stude...

Cambridge has remained a leader in secondary international education by staying nimble in the face of change. In order to stay operationally efficient and financially solvent, Cambridge has initiated a change in our organizational structure. This in no way diminishes our services to students, who remain our top priority, but only enhances our overall ability to both care for students and cont...

More than half of the world’s population is currently celebrating the Lunar New Year. In China, it’s as big as Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s celebrations combined! How does this affect international students studying in the U.S. who are not able to return home East? Join hosts Meg and Stephen for an informative discussion. Are you a student looking for a U.S. school that accepts internat...

Cambridge Network’s newest initiative is the Direct Partnership Initiative. Learn about what this new arrangement allows schools to do with their international program. Join hosts Meg and Stephen for an informative discussion. Are you a student looking for a U.S. school that accepts international students? https://www.cambridgenetwork.com/findaschool/ Are you a school looking to enhance your schoo...

Cambridge Network’s largest student recruitment partner, New Oriental Education (新东方), has recently had to let go of 60,000 employees. The largest player in secondary international education is clearly reeling from Beijing’s recent policy changes and the effects of COVID-19. What does this say about the international education market? Join hosts Meg and Stephen for an informative discussion. Ed...

What is kindness, and why is it an essential part of a child’s education in the same way that basic math and reading are? Join hosts Meg and Stephen and special guest, Professor Francesca Donlan for an informative discussion. Roots of Compassion & Kindness Institute at Florida Gulf Coast University: www.fgcu.edu/rock LinkedIn    https://www.linkedin.com/in/rock-roots-of-compassion-an...

Now, more than ever, it is imperative that schools key in on the most effective ways to address mental health issues. For the inaugural episode of 2022, we look at New Year’s Resolutions every school can make with respect to fostering a positive mental health environment. Join host Meg and Stephen for an informative discussion Are you a student looking for a U.S. school that accepts international...

Twenty-Twenty One has been quite the challenge in the International Education market. What were the main challenges, lessons, and insights from this experience? Also, what can we expect from Twenty-Twenty Two? Join host Meg and Stephen for an informative discussion Are you a student looking for a U.S. school that accepts international students? https://www.cambridgenetwork.com/finda...

Cambridge Network recently partnered with a company, Argo, that helps international students secure their visas during the daunting visa interview at the U.S. Consulate. Argo is a company comprised of Ex Consular Officers of the U.S. Department of State, so they have firsthand experience on how to successfully pass the visa interview. Are you looking for help with your upcoming visa interview...

Just when we thought we were turning the corner with COVID-19, a new and more contagious variant rears its ugly head. Many universities are currently holding classes remotely to stem the spread and prevent an outbreak. What more can schools do to avoid disruption and further infection? Join host Meg and Stephen for an informative discussion Are you a student looking for a U.S. school that accepts...

The holidays are here, and many international students have opted not to travel back to their home countries for such a short stay, due to the logistical difficulties involved with public health. How then should schools and host families best accommodate these students over the holidays? Join host Meg, Stephen, and special guest Senior Regional Manager of Operations, Steph...

In our first edition of “What’s New at Cambridge Network?” our hosts Meg and Stephen will discuss the latest and greatest updates affecting partner schools and students in our Network. Topics include our new Visa Consultation partnership; Spring 2022 admissions; an update on the new Leadership Cohort, and more. Are you a student looking for a U.S. school that accepts international studen...

According to the U.S. Department of State, colleges report a 68 percent surge in new international students enrolled this fall, following steep pandemic-related drops last year. Does this mean that the international student recruitment market has officially rebounded? Join hosts Stephen and Meg for an informative discussion. Inside Higher Ed Article: https://www.insidehighered.com/a...

Student leadership is a growing topic in U.S. schools, especially as applicants seek new ways to distinguish themselves from their peers. What is student leadership and how can it be developed? Furthermore, how can international students also cultivate this talent? Join hosts Stephen and Leanna and special guest Robert Konover, Director of Business Development, for an informative discussion. Cambr...

The authoritative source on university rankings, worldwide, has just come out with a new installment of their highly anticipated rankings for 2022. Which universities came out on top? Which ones fell out of favor? And most importantly, how should schools and students make use of this information? Join hosts Meg and Stephen for an informative discussion. U.S. News and World Report University R...

November 15th to 19th is officially International Education Week. This is a great opportunity for all schools with international students to reflect on how they may better integrate international students. Join hosts Meg and Stephen for an informative discussion as to how schools can celebrate this important initiative and why it’s so important. DIVERSE Article: https://www.diverseeducat...

With fewer standardized application requirements for universities post-COVID, it is now more important than ever for students to stand out from the crowd. What is an applicant’s best chance of getting noticed by their dream school? Listen and find out! Join hosts Meg and Stephen for an informative discussion. CNBC Article: https://www.cnbc.com/2021/10/22/former-stanford-admissions-officer-wel...

Given the recent policies swiftly imposed by China’s Central Government, an unintended consequence may be a sharp increase in student applicants studying abroad. We all know that China makes up almost 90% of the secondary international education market, therefore this exodus of students may cause the market to swell in the near future. How can schools and students both take advantage of these shif...

Since the Chinese government released the so-called “double reduction” policy last month, local authorities in several provinces have ordered private businesses to suspend online and offline tutoring classes. How will this affect the international education market, and what can be done by schools and students, in response? Join hosts Leanna and Stephen for Part II of a two-part special o...

Since the Chinese government released the so-called “double reduction” policy last month, local authorities in several provinces have ordered private businesses to suspend online and offline tutoring classes. How will this affect the international education market, and what can be done by schools and students, in response? Join hosts Leanna and Stephen for a two-part special on what may...

China has recently experienced issues in their real estate market, particularly with well-known cases such as the Evergrande company’s loan default. How then does this impact the international education market? We discuss... Join hosts Leanna and Stephen, and special guest Executive Producer of the show, Dean, for an informative discussion! Are you a student looking for a U.S. school that accepts...

Applying for a student visa can be stressful to begin with; but imagine having to re-apply because you’ve already been rejected once before. In some instances, the decision of a visa application can be life-changing.  In this episode, we discuss tips and tricks with an expert, on how to help get a favorable result. Join hosts Leanna and Stephen, and special guest Mandy Feuerbacher, an ex-Visa...

As far as extracurricular activities go, leadership and student councils are not the most popular clubs for international students. Cambridge Network is looking to change that. Stephen Glaspie, Regional Manager at Cambridge Network discusses why he decided to establish a leadership and student council for international students across the U.S., and how it’s a game-changer. Join host Leanna Glass a...

International students are finally arriving in person for the new Fall 2021 semester. Despite the difficulties in traveling during this challenging time, organizations like Cambridge are facilitating safe and enriching study abroad experiences. Join host Leanna Glass and special guest Brigitte Quelet-Woford for a peek into the process of safely receiving international students arriving in the U.S....