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Vicky Lewis

@drvickylewis.bsky.social
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Independent consultant working with higher education institutions on international strategy development and implementation planning linkedin.com/in/drvickylewis www.vickylewisconsulting.co.uk

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Vicky Lewis @drvickylewis.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
My latest blog highlighting some recurring themes from last week's 2026 @eaie.bsky.social conference in Glasgow, taking us 'from social purpose to collective action'. @douglasproctor.bsky.social @maureenmanning.bsky.social www.vickylewisconsulting.co.uk/themes-from-...
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Themes from the EAIE conference
Themes from the EAIE conference. Blog post by Vicky Lewis Consulting (https://www.vickylewisconsulting.co.uk/). Posted on 17 September 2026 at 12:15 by Vicky Lewis.
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Vicky Lewis @drvickylewis.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
I argue that, just as international student recruitment should benefit domestic students and the wider community (within the university and beyond), so TNE should benefit the host institution’s community and the education system in which it operates, if it's to be mutually valuable and sustainable.
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Vicky Lewis @drvickylewis.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Here's a short blog from me on 'Sustainable TNE: Lessons from international student recruitment', inspired by a recent @timeshighered.bsky.social article warning of a risk of 'islands of internationalisation' in Central Asia. www.vickylewisconsulting.co.uk/sustainable-...
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Sustainable TNE
Sustainable TNE. Blog post by Vicky Lewis Consulting (https://www.vickylewisconsulting.co.uk/). Posted on 25 August 2026 at 17:22 by Vicky Lewis.
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Vicky Lewis @drvickylewis.bsky.social · 23/05/2026
I liked that one too! One of those lightbulb moments when it finally clicked.
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Vicky Lewis @drvickylewis.bsky.social · 05/02/2026
If anyone else in the sector is working on a new strategic plan or international strategy, I'd love to hear how TNE is likely to be positioned within it? @hbsj.bsky.social @douglasproctor.bsky.social @alexusherhesa.bsky.social
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Vicky Lewis @drvickylewis.bsky.social · 05/02/2026
I picked out 3 recently published strategies from @bournemouthuni.bsky.social, University of Sussex, and @manchester.ac.uk. It turns out they're remarkably coy about mentioning TNE explicitly, let alone connecting it to income diversification, as the IES does.
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Vicky Lewis @drvickylewis.bsky.social · 05/02/2026
There’s a strong emphasis on transnational education in the UK government International Education Strategy. It gets 38 mentions. So my latest blog checks out where and how TNE features in some recently launched strategic plans of UK universities. www.vickylewisconsulting.co.uk/the-position...
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The positioning of TNE within UK university strategies
The positioning of TNE within UK university strategies. Blog post by Vicky Lewis Consulting (https://www.vickylewisconsulting.co.uk/). Posted on 4 February 2026 at 18:17 by Vicky Lewis.
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Vicky Lewis @drvickylewis.bsky.social · 30/01/2026
A slightly different take on the UK's new International Education Strategy. My latest blog highlights commentary from other parts of the world - and what we can learn from outside the UK HE bubble. www.vickylewisconsulting.co.uk/how-others-s...
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How others see us
How others see us. Blog post by Vicky Lewis Consulting (https://www.vickylewisconsulting.co.uk/). Posted on 29 January 2026 at 16:57 by Vicky Lewis.
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Vicky Lewis @drvickylewis.bsky.social · 22/01/2026
This includes some tensions at the heart of the proposed approach to TNE, which seems to be regarded as an opportunity to generate significant income (towards a £40 billion export income target), while also serving as UK HE's international widening participation arm.
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Vicky Lewis @drvickylewis.bsky.social · 22/01/2026
Blog from me with an initial reaction to the UK's new International Education Strategy, highlighting some positive rhetoric plus some mixed messages. www.vickylewisconsulting.co.uk/new-uk-inter...
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New UK International Education Strategy
New UK International Education Strategy. Blog post by Vicky Lewis Consulting (https://www.vickylewisconsulting.co.uk/). Posted on 22 January 2026 at 10:38 by Vicky Lewis.
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Vicky Lewis @drvickylewis.bsky.social · 13/10/2025
(Love the photo, Hugh) Post you from a different era 2002-ish (I’m in the middle at the front)
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Vicky Lewis @drvickylewis.bsky.social · 24/09/2025
For other tips on avoiding 'strategy traps' (along with a link to my full report), see: www.vickylewisconsulting.co.uk/avoiding-the...
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Avoiding the strategy traps
Avoiding the strategy traps. Blog post by Vicky Lewis Consulting (https://www.vickylewisconsulting.co.uk/). Posted on 5 May 2021 at 07:49 by Vicky Lewis.
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Vicky Lewis @drvickylewis.bsky.social · 24/09/2025
'Those strategies that do acknowledge institution-specific challenges and tensions come across as refreshingly frank. It’s clear that they have given thought to the areas needing serious attention. This creates a sense of momentum, contextualising the strategy as a stage on an ongoing journey.'
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Vicky Lewis @drvickylewis.bsky.social · 24/09/2025
'Perhaps because strategic plans are often treated as public relations vehicles, there is a tendency to focus on strengths to build on and opportunities to grasp, rather than being honest about how obstacles and weaknesses will be addressed via the strategy.'
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Vicky Lewis @drvickylewis.bsky.social · 24/09/2025
Spot on, @profdamienpage.bsky.social. I included a list of 'strategy traps' in a report on UK HEI strategies that I wrote in 2021. One of my exhortations was to 'acknowledge the challenges'. I shared some thoughts on this in a blog (see linked posts below).
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Vicky Lewis @drvickylewis.bsky.social · 06/07/2025
A valuable case study (of US campuses in South Korea) that demolishes the myth that 'if you build it, they will come'. This piece draws on lessons learned to articulate positive guidance relevant for any university considering establishing an overseas campus. srheblog.com/2025/07/04/b...
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Branch campuses and the mirage of demand
by Kyuseok Kim As US universities confront declining domestic enrolments, political instability, and intensified scrutiny over their financial and ideological foundations, a growing number are once…
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Times Higher Education (THE) @timeshighered.bsky.social · 29/04/2025
Encouraging more students to leave the UK to study abroad should be a key component of the country’s coming new international education strategy, experts have said, after declines in participation in recent years. @patrickjack.bsky.social reports #AcademicSky
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International strategy must address outward mobility too - UUKi
Dips in UK students studying abroad must be tackled to ‘add credibility’ to debates about internationalisation
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Times Higher Education (THE) @timeshighered.bsky.social · 28/04/2025
Australia’s governing Labor Party has flagged an increase to what was already the world’s highest student visa application charge, framing the A$2,000 fee as part of its “responsible savings” to help bankroll its election promises #AcademicSky #EduSky
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Another big rise in Australian student visa fees planned
Labor proposes A$400 hike to what are already the highest fees in the world with the opposition Liberal Party planning even steeper increases
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Vicky Lewis @drvickylewis.bsky.social · 24/04/2025
Here’s a short blog on research, blog-writing and next steps. How wading through treacle can be turned into ‘taking messy action’, overcoming perfectionist procrastinator tendencies and just getting on with it. www.vickylewisconsulting.co.uk/from-wading-...
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From wading through treacle to taking messy action
From wading through treacle to taking messy action. Blog post by Vicky Lewis Consulting (https://www.vickylewisconsulting.co.uk/). Posted on 23 April 2025 at 16:51 by Vicky Lewis.
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Vicky Lewis @drvickylewis.bsky.social · 10/04/2025
And I circle back to the key questions we need to ask when it comes to finding the right ways to measure the 'international success' of our universities. @douglasproctor.bsky.social @iamjulievincent.bsky.social @rutharnold1.bsky.social @inesteresapalacio.bsky.social @lizziegadd.bsky.social
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Vicky Lewis @drvickylewis.bsky.social · 10/04/2025
In my final blog on the KPIs featured in UK universities’ international strategies, I highlight discussion points from the blog series, sparked by the comments of the many people who engaged with it on LinkedIn. www.vickylewisconsulting.co.uk/uk-universit...
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UK universities’ international KPIs – PART 12
UK universities’ international KPIs – PART 12. Blog post by Vicky Lewis Consulting (https://www.vickylewisconsulting.co.uk/). Posted on 9 April 2025 at 16:55 by Vicky Lewis.
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Prof Damien Page @profdamienpage.bsky.social · 08/04/2025
We’re now recruiting for a Dean for our new College of Health and Society at Buckinghamshire New University - details below, reshares appreciated alumniglobal.com/job/dean-hea...
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Dean of the College of Health and Society, Buckinghamshire New University - Alumni Global
Originally established as a School of Science and Art in 1891, our University has been transforming lives for 130 years. We’re proud to make a difference because of the education we pro...
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Vicky Lewis @drvickylewis.bsky.social · 03/04/2025
In my latest blog on the KPIs featured in UK universities’ international strategies, I highlight a few missing KPIs and ask whether we really need to measure everything? Are KPIs a help or a hindrance? @douglasproctor.bsky.social @lizziegadd.bsky.social www.vickylewisconsulting.co.uk/uk-universit...
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UK universities’ international KPIs – PART 11
UK universities’ international KPIs – PART 11. Blog post by Vicky Lewis Consulting (https://www.vickylewisconsulting.co.uk/). Posted on 2 April 2025 at 17:37 by Vicky Lewis.
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Vicky Lewis @drvickylewis.bsky.social · 27/03/2025
Ideas from reputation experts on how to broaden the pool of success measures being used would be welcome. @rutharnold1.bsky.social @douglasproctor.bsky.social @inesteresapalacio.bsky.social @lizziegadd.bsky.social
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Vicky Lewis @drvickylewis.bsky.social · 27/03/2025
My latest blog on the KPIs featured in UK universities' international strategies explores those related to global rank and reputation. How best to use KPIs to support the building of a distinctive - non-rankings-obsessed - reputation? www.vickylewisconsulting.co.uk/uk-universit...
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UK universities international KPIs - PART 10
UK universities international KPIs - PART 10. Blog post by Vicky Lewis Consulting (https://www.vickylewisconsulting.co.uk/). Posted on 26 March 2025 at 18:16 by Vicky Lewis.
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Vicky Lewis @drvickylewis.bsky.social · 20/03/2025
Latest blog on the KPIs featured in UK universities' international strategies - exploring those related to internationalisation of the staff base and associated professional development. @douglasproctor.bsky.social @j-ielt.bsky.social www.vickylewisconsulting.co.uk/uk-universit...
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UK universities international KPIs - PART 9
UK universities international KPIs - PART 9. Blog post by Vicky Lewis Consulting (https://www.vickylewisconsulting.co.uk/). Posted on 19 March 2025 at 17:20 by Vicky Lewis.
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Mark Bennett @postsgradually.bsky.social · 18/03/2025
Poor from the government; astute from @wonkhe.bsky.social wonkhe.com/wonk-corner/...
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Keep on paying the Immigration Health Surcharge upfront, government tells researchers
Peers’ calls for a more attractive visa system for UK science get rebuffed
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Vicky Lewis @drvickylewis.bsky.social · 14/03/2025
An inspiring reminder of the bigger picture across the global higher education ecosystem in this @hesa-highered.bsky.social podcast where @alexusherhesa.bsky.social interviews Hilligje Van't Land from the International Association of Universities (IAU). www.linkedin.com/pulse/connec...
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Connecting Universities in a Divided World: International Association of Universities’ Mission
There are a lot of transnational associations of universities out there. Some are meant to advance specific political goals, like the European Universities Association.
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Vicky Lewis @drvickylewis.bsky.social · 13/03/2025
I uncover some gaps (not much mention of UN SDGs; a quite instrumental view of knowledge exchange). I argue for more effective conversations in universities about where international strategy overlaps with research strategy, and how best to ensure a set of objectives that are mutually reinforcing.
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Vicky Lewis @drvickylewis.bsky.social · 13/03/2025
In my latest blog on the KPIs featured in UK universities’ international strategies, I explore those relating to international research and knowledge exchange. @douglasproctor.bsky.social @iamjulievincent.bsky.social @fionajanehunter.bsky.social www.vickylewisconsulting.co.uk/uk-universit...
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UK universities international KPIs - PART 8
UK universities international KPIs - PART 8. Blog post by Vicky Lewis Consulting (https://www.vickylewisconsulting.co.uk/). Posted on 12 March 2025 at 16:22 by Vicky Lewis.
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Katherine Stiles @katherinestiles.org · 10/03/2025
Record number of US students apply for UK undergraduate degrees “Experts had previously suggested that UK institutions might benefit from international students being put off by Donald Trump’s new administration,” writes @twilliamsthe.bsky.social via @timeshighered.bsky.social. #academicsky #edusky
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Record number of US students apply for UK undergraduate degrees
Figures suggest demand may have risen after Donald Trump’s inauguration in November
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Vicky Lewis @drvickylewis.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
Ideas welcome on best ways to reflect success indicators that are more challenging to measure - e.g. international graduate career trajectories and impact of alumni in their communities. @iamjulievincent.bsky.social @douglasproctor.bsky.social @rutharnold1.bsky.social @inesteresapalacio.bsky.social
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Vicky Lewis @drvickylewis.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
Latest blog on university KPIs relating to international student experience, success and alumni engagement. Looking beyond purely quantitative measures, aiming for continuous improvement, focusing on distinctiveness and impact. www.vickylewisconsulting.co.uk/uk-universit...
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UK universities international KPIs - PART 7
UK universities international KPIs - PART 7. Blog post by Vicky Lewis Consulting (https://www.vickylewisconsulting.co.uk/). Posted on 5 March 2025 at 09:37 by Vicky Lewis.
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Vicky Lewis @drvickylewis.bsky.social · 27/02/2025
My latest blog on UK universities' international KPIs explores those relating to international and intercultural experiences and exposure (from global mobility to curriculum internationalisation). Opportunities to move from input to impact measures? www.vickylewisconsulting.co.uk/uk-universit...
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UK universities’ international KPIs – PART 6
UK universities’ international KPIs – PART 6. Blog post by Vicky Lewis Consulting (https://www.vickylewisconsulting.co.uk/). Posted on 25 February 2025 at 18:06 by Vicky Lewis.
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Vicky Lewis @drvickylewis.bsky.social · 20/02/2025
How can KPIs reflect ambitions for source country diversification and for greater socio-economic diversity among international students? @rutharnold1.bsky.social 3/3
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Vicky Lewis @drvickylewis.bsky.social · 20/02/2025
Is there any imaginative practice in recent strategies or do they just focus on enrolments and income? What impact will the recent downturn in the UK's international enrolments have on future KPIs? 2/3 @iamjulievincent.bsky.social @inesteresapalacio.bsky.social
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Vicky Lewis @drvickylewis.bsky.social · 20/02/2025
In my latest blog on UK universities' international KPIs, I explore those relating to international student recruitment to the home campus (often used as a proxy for ‘international success’) 1/3 @douglasproctor.bsky.social @fionajanehunter.bsky.social www.vickylewisconsulting.co.uk/uk-universit...
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UK universities’ international KPIs – PART 5
UK universities’ international KPIs – PART 5. Blog post by Vicky Lewis Consulting (https://www.vickylewisconsulting.co.uk/). Posted on 19 February 2025 at 15:58 by Vicky Lewis.
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Vicky Lewis @drvickylewis.bsky.social · 14/02/2025
My latest blog on UK universities' international KPIs explores those relating to #TNE, an area of growing interest. How do recent strategies measure TNE success? Is there any imaginative practice? What’s missing and where's there room for innovation? www.vickylewisconsulting.co.uk/uk-universit...
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UK universities’ international KPIs – PART 4
UK universities’ international KPIs – PART 4. Blog post by Vicky Lewis Consulting (https://www.vickylewisconsulting.co.uk/). Posted on 12 February 2025 at 16:57 by Vicky Lewis.
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Vicky Lewis @drvickylewis.bsky.social · 11/02/2025
Examples of innovative practice from @kent.ac.uk @unibirmingham.bsky.social @universityofleeds.bsky.social @edinburgh-uni.bsky.social in my latest blog. Looking forward to @universities-uk.bsky.social Global Mobility conference on 24 Feb.
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Vicky Lewis @drvickylewis.bsky.social · 11/02/2025
Some good news about outbound student mobility from the UK, making an international experience more accessible to disadvantaged students. www.vickylewisconsulting.co.uk/outbound-mob...
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Outbound mobility
Outbound mobility. Blog post by Vicky Lewis Consulting (https://www.vickylewisconsulting.co.uk/). Posted on 10 February 2025 at 14:32 by Vicky Lewis.
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Vicky Lewis @drvickylewis.bsky.social · 05/02/2025
Enjoyed delivering a session today at British Council event on futureproofing UK-Romania HE collaboration. I covered good practice in international strategy (@uofglasgow.bsky.social case study) and the role of TNE. @janetilieva.bsky.social opportunities-insight.britishcouncil.org/short-articl...
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Futureproofing UK-Romania higher education collaboration | British Council
Second UK-Romania higher education collaboration forum on 5-6 February 2025
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Vicky Lewis @drvickylewis.bsky.social · 05/02/2025
In my latest blog on UK universities' international KPIs, I set out what a good KPI looks like, highlighting traps to avoid and tips to follow (based on a mixture of my research into international strategies and my professional experience). www.vickylewisconsulting.co.uk/uk-universit...
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UK universities international KPIs - PART 3
UK universities international KPIs - PART 3. Blog post by Vicky Lewis Consulting (https://www.vickylewisconsulting.co.uk/). Posted on 4 February 2025 at 16:35 by Vicky Lewis.
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Vicky Lewis @drvickylewis.bsky.social · 03/02/2025
But it's alarming that one institution cancelled its Lunar New Year celebrations due to 'Executive Orders related to immigration and diversity, equity and inclusion'. If others take similar decisions, it can only result in severe cultural impoverishment of students' experiences of higher education.
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Vicky Lewis @drvickylewis.bsky.social · 03/02/2025
Interesting speculation from ICEF Monitor on what may lie ahead for international students in the US - and their institutions - under the second Trump presidency. A lot of potential change is on the table. It's currently unclear what will actually be implemented. monitor.icef.com/2025/02/us-i...
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US: International education sector braces as a second Trump presidency takes shape - ICEF Monitor - Market intelligence for international student recruitment
The first time Donald Trump was president of the United States, he implemented a ban on travel to the US from seven Muslim-majority countries, suspended the issuance of H1-Bs (post-study work visas), ...
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Vicky Lewis @drvickylewis.bsky.social · 03/02/2025
🌍 Do you have an interesting perspective on European Universities Alliances? 🌍 If so, the EAIE (European Association for International Education) is inviting contributions to the summer issue of its Forum magazine. Deadline is 14 March 2025. Details below. www.eaie.org/get-involved...
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Publish an article and become an author | EAIE
As an EAIE author, you will have the opportunity to participate in a global dialogue with a highly receptive audience of thousands of professionals worldwide.
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Vicky Lewis @drvickylewis.bsky.social · 31/01/2025
UK TNE enrolments set to rise while recruitment of international students to UK-based campuses declines. This @uniworldnews.bsky.social piece includes commentary on developments from @tsiligkiris.bsky.social, @janetilieva.bsky.social and me, among others. www.universityworldnews.com/post.php?sto...
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TNE numbers will overtake foreign students in UK – Experts
Experts say that it is not a question of if, but when, the number of students studying for British higher education qualifications offshore through tr...
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Vicky Lewis @drvickylewis.bsky.social · 31/01/2025
And here's the take from @timeshighered.bsky.social on the impact that Brexit has had on the university sector (students, academic staff, grant success and research collaboration). It's not a pretty picture: www.timeshighereducation.com/depth/how-ba...
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How bad has Brexit been for UK universities?
Five years on since the UK officially left the European Union, Patrick Jack examines whether the consequences for universities have been as drastic as many feared at the time
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Vicky Lewis @drvickylewis.bsky.social · 31/01/2025
My latest blog for Halpin on 3 university Global Centre models (for building an in-country presence), sharing the different approaches taken by the UK's @official-uom.bsky.social, Ireland's @ucddublin.bsky.social and Australia's University of Melbourne. halpinpartnership.com/the-strategi...
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The strategic benefits of university Global Centres: lessons from 3 models - Halpin
When strategically aligned and appropriately resourced, UK University centres based internationally can have an immensely positive impact on a university’s profile in its chosen region.
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Vicky Lewis @drvickylewis.bsky.social · 28/01/2025
Excellent piece by @neilmosley.bsky.social on the realities of the online international student market. Valuable context-setting and clear advice. Required reading for any UK university exploring this type of provision.
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Vicky Lewis @drvickylewis.bsky.social · 27/01/2025
Interesting piece in @uniworldnews.bsky.social providing an overview of the impact (and potential impact) of nationalism on international education in Denmark, Netherlands and Ireland, concluding with useful advice on lessons learned and action to take. www.universityworldnews.com/post.php?sto...
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Riding the nationalism wave requires a collective approach
Three higher education professionals from Denmark, the Netherlands and Ireland examine the effects of the current wave of nationalism in Europe on (in...
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