Cauldrons of Care: Brewing Up Holistic Support for International Students

Wednesday, October 9, 2024

10:30 AM – 11:45 AM PDT

Location: Pavilion C

Chair and Presenter(s)

CC

Chelsea Curtis, MS Organizational Leadership

Director of Customert Success
Terra Dotta
Chapel Hill, North Carolina

Slides

Presenter(s)

Ashley Davis, MS

Director of ISSS
Gonzaga University
Spokane, Washington
Ruth Prince, MA

Director, International Student & Scholar Services
Boise State University
Boise, Idaho

Presentation Description: A bewitching hour as we conjure an enchanted approach to international student support. Weave a web of mental health initiatives, peer mentorship programs, and community engagement to address the unique needs of international students. Delve into spectral specifics of mental health support, culturally sensitive counseling, and peer groups. Learn how peer mentorship can act as guiding spirits and explore the eerie importance of community engagement through volunteer work, cultural exchanges, and social events. Enhance support with tech tools like mobile apps and AI chatbots.

Learning Objectives:

Participants will identify innovative mental health initiatives tailored for international students and assess their potential impact on student well-being.
Participants will develop strategies to enhance community engagement among international students, including peer mentorship programs and cultural exchange activities.
Participants will evaluate and propose practical applications of technology, such as mobile apps and AI chatbots, to improve support services for international students.