Books

In this guide, packed with practical information written specifically for families who want to learn more about study abroad, the authors make a strong case for the importance of family involvement that can influence and shape a successful cross-cultural experience, including clarifying the value of study abroad, identifying the right study abroad program, figuring out the financials, staying safe and healthy abroad, preparing for success abroad, and helping your student use the experience for personal and professional success.

En esta guía, cargada de información práctica escrita específicamente para las familias que desean saber más sobre los estudios en el extranjero, los autores defienden con firmeza la importancia de la participación de la familia que puede influir y dar forma a una experiencia transcultural satisfactoria, incluyendo aclarar el valor de los estudios en el extranjero, identificar el programa de estudios en el extranjero adecuado, averiguar sobre el aspecto financiero, seguridad y salud en el extranjero, prepararse para triunfar en el extranjero, and ayudar al estudiante a aprovechar la experiencia para su éxito personal y profesional.

Going overseas can fast-track your career, broaden your professional capabilities and expand your personal horizons beyond your wildest dreams. This easy-to-read book is packed with practical tips, helpful hints and step-by-step advice from seasoned pros who’ve gone global.

Globalization has created an interconnected world, one that requires today’s children to become globally competent adults in order to succeed. This book provides the rationale and concrete steps for parents and teachers to help children develop a global mindset by encouraging curiosity, empathy, adaptability and independence; supporting learning a second language; exploring other cultures; helping teens to spread their own global wings; and advocating teaching global education in schools.

Today’s employers are looking for special skills, so must know how to package your global brand to be hired. Go Global! is based on research, interviews with hundreds of successful internationalists, and Stacie’s own years of experience living and working internationally. This go-to guide provides practical advice on how to think globally in an increasingly competitive global workplace; build relevant international cred; develop a killer job search strategy; create a winning global resume, cover letter, and elevator pitch; and thus launch your international career.

Succeeding at a U.S. college or university can be difficult if you don’t understand the system and educational culture. This guide addresses the topics most critical to international student success, including: finding and applying to the right school for you, the importance of critical thinking and the value of liberal education, taking full advantage of the broad range of available resources, and immersing yourself in campus activities.

Every student who hopes to succeed in the global economy should study abroad. This book equips students with the critical information needed to make one of the most important decisions of their college career including choosing the right study abroad program, figuring out the financials, making the most of their time abroad, immersing themselves in the culture, staying safe and healthy, networking with like-minded souls, and showcasing their global growth and learning.