Addressing International Students’ Needs Through a Cultural Humility Lens

Tuesday, October 8, 2024

9:00 AM – 10:15 AM PDT

Location: Junior D

Chair and Presenter(s)

Anastasia Fynn, MBA

Director, International Student & Scholar Services
The University of Utah
Salt Lake City, Utah

Slides

Presenter(s)

MK

Mary NKIROTE Kavila, MA

Assistant Director, International Undergraduate Admissions
University
Salt Lake City, Utah

Co-Presenter(s)

Frances J. Santiago-Torres, Ph.D., PDSO, ARO

Coordinator of Immigration Affairs
University of Puerto Rico - Mayaguez Campus
Mayaguez, Puerto Rico

Presentation Description: This session discusses the adoption of a “cultural humility framework” as an effective way to reconceptualize the understanding of international students and develop strategies that meet their unique needs. The goal is to challenge assumptions and stereotypes associated with international students, leading to a more inclusive educational environment

Learning Objectives:

Define the framework of Cultural Humility to develop best practices that encompasses all areas of international student support services & analyze how the framework fits into today's globalized world
Create and implement a framework that supports an inclusive and supportive environment that fosters the personal and academic success of international students and scholars
Develop strategies to meet students' needs through a Cultural Humility lens that encourages international education professionals to approach others with an open, learner-centered attitude that acknowledges and understands different cultures