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A recent study has shed new light on the importance of social networks in the socialization of international doctoral students. The research, conducted at the University of Calgary, explored the unique nature of social networks that aid in the socialization of state-funded doctoral students from Kazakhstan. The study, which was
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International students from Telugu-speaking communities, primarily from Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, have been left anxious after the US government announced a steep new filing fee of $100,000 for each H-1B visa petition. As they represent a significant share of visa applicants, with estimates suggesting 10-15% of all H-1B visas
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International students contribute to the academic and economic vitality of US higher education while facing exacerbated mental health challenges. A recent study from the University of Alabama at Birmingham reveals alarming trends in anxiety, depression, and suicidal ideation among this population. The research, conducted from 2015 to 2024, analyzed data
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Canada is actively working to decrease the number of international students and foreign temporary workers coming into the country. A key part of this effort is the 2025-2027 Immigration Levels Plan, which aims to reduce Canada's temporary population to less than 5%. The plan has already shown early
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The recent ban on social media platforms in Nepal, followed by widespread protests, has left Nepali international students at the University of Maine (UMaine) disconnected from their families and uncertain about the future of their country. However, as the protests continue to gain momentum, students are emphasizing that the issue
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The 2025 Ulster University Graduate Employer Survey provides insights into the graduate labour market in Northern Ireland, highlighting a slowdown in hiring, an increase in AI adoption among candidates, and a re-emergence of face-to-face recruitment and selection activities. The survey reveals that only 4% of employers have adopted AI into
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The US Department of State has reported that over 6,000 international student visas have been revoked since President Trump's term began, citing violations of US law and overstays. The largest group of revoked visas, approximately 200-300, were for "terrorism done under INA 3B," which prohibits
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The Immigration and Protection Tribunal in Auckland has redesigned the international student visa application process to improve efficiency and effectiveness. As of 18 August 2025, international student visa applications have transitioned to Immigration New Zealand's enhanced Immigration Online system. The new system provides applicants with guided support and
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Thousands of students, including international students with accepted college offers, are feeling stranded and uncertain about their future education in the United States due to the Trump administration's travel ban and restrictions on citizens from 19 countries. Many students like Bahara Saghari, 21, from Afghanistan, have been diligently
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A sharp rebound in study visa approvals for Nigerian students in the UK has emerged, with a 149 percent increase in issuances compared to the same period in 2024. According to Apply Board, the grant rate for Nigerian students has reached 96 percent, solidifying Nigeria's position as one
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As the federal government cracks down on immigration, Grand Valley State University is pledging to continue its initiatives to support international students. The University has allocated additional resources to International Student Services, including the Padnos International Center, to provide students with the necessary support and resources to navigate the complex
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New Zealand's tech sector has gained two promising international talents through internships at Cianaa Technologies, a cybersecurity firm based in Auckland. Master of Information Technology students Jing Su from China and Ayesh Rodrigo from Sri Lanka completed their three-month placements, focusing on cybersecurity standards and compliance, and client
