Resources
PRIMARY RESOURCES
Online Resources:
Organizations & Associations
The Global Community for Academic Advising (NACADA)
NACADA is an association of professional advisors, counselors, faculty, administrators, and students working to enhance the educational development of students. NACADA promotes and supports quality academic advising in institutions of higher education to enhance the educational development of students.
The Global Community for Academic Advising (NACADA)
NACADA is an association of professional advisors, counselors, faculty, administrators, and students working to enhance the educational development of students. NACADA promotes and supports quality academic advising in institutions of higher education to enhance the educational development of students.
The Association of International Educators (NAFSA)
NAFSA is the world's largest nonprofit association dedicated to international education and exchange, working to advance policies and practices that ensure a more interconnected, peaceful world today and for generations to come.
Suggested NAFSA Publications:
International Parents' Guide
International Parents' Guide aims to help international parents understand the U.S. educational system, visa requirements, health and safety issues, cultural adjustment, and more. It includes a glossary of U.S. higher education terminology and a list of additional resources that is useful for supporting students during their time in the United States.
Introduction to American Life
Completely rewritten and revised in 2016, this expanded booklet includes updated tips and information on issues related to protocol, religion, dating and friendships, communication, and regional differences in the United States. This handy resource is a must-have for your international student orientation programs.
U.S. Classroom Culture
This bestselling booklet is an excellent orientation resource for international students. Revised in 2016, it provides international students with an overview of the U.S. higher education system, organizational structure, common teaching methods, and faculty roles. It offers a cross-cultural perspective and recommendations to help students succeed in the U.S. learning environment. It includes a glossary of academic terms and insights from other students.
SECONDARY RESOURCES
Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education (NASPA)
NASPA is a member-centered association supporting a diverse and passionate network of 15,000 professionals and 1,200 institutions across the globe.
NASPA is a member-centered association supporting a diverse and passionate network of 15,000 professionals and 1,200 institutions across the globe.
Association for Orientation, Transition, and Retention in Higher Education (NODA)
The mission of NODA is to provide education, leadership, and professional development in the fields of college student orientation, transition, and retention.
NODA International Student Network - The mission of the International Student Network is to provide NODA members with educational sessions and opportunities to learn about and discuss research and best practices regarding international students and their unique transitional, integration, and retention needs to our institutions.
The mission of NODA is to provide education, leadership, and professional development in the fields of college student orientation, transition, and retention.
NODA International Student Network - The mission of the International Student Network is to provide NODA members with educational sessions and opportunities to learn about and discuss research and best practices regarding international students and their unique transitional, integration, and retention needs to our institutions.
The National Resource Center for The First-Year Experience and Students in Transition
The National Resource Center for The First-Year Experience and Students in Transition serves as the trusted expert, internationally recognized leader, and clearinghouse for scholarship, policy, and best practice for all postsecondary student transitions.
The National Resource Center for The First-Year Experience and Students in Transition serves as the trusted expert, internationally recognized leader, and clearinghouse for scholarship, policy, and best practice for all postsecondary student transitions.