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Geo-Politics
Who are they and what do they do?
Why should we care?
Enrollment Cliff
International Phrases
100

Which countries have recently capped international enrollment?

U.K, Canada, Australia

100

Who found all the incredible speakers for coffee chats and webinars including those we did in Spanish?

Who is Megan Moriarty, the vice-chair of professional development?

100

Which online programs have the biggest international market?

Business administration

100

Why is there a projected enrollment cliff?

lowered birth rate since 2008

100

Gato con guantes no caza ratones.

A cat with gloves catches no mice.  

Or Nice guys finish last

200

Which countries are emerging markets that are now recruiting international students?

China, Germany, Korea, Japan, Taiwan

200

Who marketed and evaluated the note-worthy international efforts/programs from UPCEA members?

Who is Patty Milner, the Vice Chair of awards?

200

How much revenue does international enrollment contribute to the U.S. Economy?

In 2024, International students added $44 BILLION to the U.S. Economy AND supports over 368,000 JOBS

200

What is the projected decline in the number of high school graduates over the next 15 years?

15%

200

Tenho macaquinhos na cabeça

I have monkeys inside my head.  Meaning - I have a crazy idea

300

What country provides the most international students to the U.S.

India

300

Wrote all these stupid questions

Who is the  person with the most time on their hands, Margaret Cook, 2024/2025 chair of the international network

300

How fast is the global online education market growing?

8.2% annually

300

Which states will be hardest hit?

Illinois, California, New York, Michigan and Pennsylvannia - making up 3/4 of the enrollment decline
300

J'ai d'autres chats a fouetter

I have other cats to whip

Or I have other things to do

400
What was the increase in visa denial from India in 2024?

49% jump in visa denials

400

Who wrote all the amazing newsletters this year?

Who is Juan Navarro, VC communications

400

How much revenue will the global online market be by 2030?

The global e-learning market is projected to reach $279.30 billion by 2029

400

Which academic unit will be hit the least?

Online learning, particularly those with lowered tuition rates.

400

Trattare a pesci in faccia

To treat with you fish in your face

Or

To treat you disrepectfully

500

What are the fastest growing emerging countries to recruit international students from?

Bangladesh, Vietnam, Nigeria, Ghana, Indonesia

500

Who will write all these questions next year?

Lisa Milner, our super duper chair for 2025/2026

500

What are the key reasons continuing education should care about international students? 

  • Global perspective:International students bring unique cultural viewpoints and experiences to discussions, fostering a more comprehensive understanding of complex issues.

  • Multilingual skills:Their language proficiency can be valuable in diverse learning environments and for collaborating with clients or colleagues from different regions.

    Career readiness:Studying alongside international students prepares domestic students for a globalized workforce where cross-cultural communication is essential.

  • Innovation potential:International students often bring new ideas and approaches to problem-solving, stimulating creativity and innovation in the classroom.

  • Economic impact:International students contribute significantly to local economies by spending money on tuition, housing, and other expenses.
    Community building:Creating an inclusive environment for international students can enhance the overall learning experience for all students by promoting cultural understanding and empathy.

500

Which 3 states will have the highest enrollment growth?

Tennessee, South Carolina and Florida

500

Ich gluab, mein schwein pfeift

I think my pig whistles  

Or 

I can't believe it