Texas International Education Consortium (TIEC)

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It was delightful to have Jocelyn Bridges as our Global Programs & Research Intern this summer! She supported TIEC through research, writing, program development, and assistance with virtual exchange programming, contributing to initiatives that strengthen educational partnerships around the world.

Faculty from UTSA and FORSA institutions are doing more than preparing for virtual exchange, they’re reimagining what teaching and learning can look like during our Virtual Exchange Academy. We’re proud to support this work and excited to see it come to life in the virtual classroom come fall 2025!

Don’t delay on registering for this event – the rate goes up after this Friday, August 2! The ACIEE 28th Colloquium on International Engineering Education will be hosted by @tamu.bsky.social Engineering this November in College Station. Register at tx.ag/ACIEE28

Seasoned implementers and virtual exchange champions, Gabriel Flacks of Linkr and TIEC’s Steven Kroman, dive deep on VE in our new article: https://www.tiec.org/post/when-classrooms-go-global

More on Linkr: http://www.lovelearning.org/

#TIEC40 #VirtualClassroom #InternationalEducation #HigherEd

Wishing y'all a joyous #IndependenceDay, full of loved ones, great weather, and even better food! Happy 249th birthday to the United States of America 🇺🇸🎊

We’re gearing up for our Summer Virtual Exchange Academy, where faculty from @UTSA and institutions under FORSA will come together to prepare for another impactful round of virtual exchange for fall 2025. We’re looking forward to welcoming this year’s cohort and supporting their journey!

692 students completed virtual exchanges through this program from 2023-2025, enabling them to gain international experience, learn about business and entrepreneurial topics, advance their professional skills, and broaden their intercultural competency—all from the comfort of their own homes!

Deneyse’s Texas tour continues! This week she’s in Houston, a hub for many of our outstanding Texas member HEIs. Yesterday, Provost Diane Chase and Ambassador (ret’d) Michael Pelletier were so generous with their time to share @uh.edu's vision and priorities for global engagement. #TIEC40 #GoCoogs

#Juneteenth stands as a milestone in American history — one that calls us not only to reflect, but also to act. Together, let's reimagine a better future. ❤️💛💚

Meaningful debates, diverse outlook exploration, and collaboration on policy ideas that reflect real-world thinking—these were among the student experiences in our spring Community Connect VE Program. We're proud of the critical conversations sparked, and we’re carrying that momentum forward! 💬🚀

TIEC's virtual summit kicked off today with excellent keynote and breakout sessions for healthcare professionals. You can still join us tomorrow for the final day of engaging speakers, timely topics, and the keys that lead to successful patient outcomes. Register at https://loom.ly/Xcz94EU

🚨 Final reminder! Uniting for Health kicks off June 11–12!
🖥️ Free & virtual
🌍 Global focus
👩‍⚕️ For all healthcare professionals
📲 Register now: https://bit.ly/TIECUnitingForHealth

#HealthcareConference #FinalCall #GlobalHealth #TIEC40

The reviews are in! We're grateful to have connected students from TX and Iraq this semester in our BEVEX program. Love hearing the feedback from those who worked so hard together.

“The exchange helped me have more confidence while communicating with people from different cultures.”

#TIEC40

Time is almost out—don’t miss your chance to apply!

Whether you have a virtual exchange idea, are looking to develop a study abroad program, or need support for campus internationalization goals, TIEF grants could be the opportunity you need.

✅ Apply at www.tiec.org/tief

📅 BY MAY 31, 2025

Today in the US, we pause to honor all the courageous people who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Wishing everyone a peaceful day with family and friends.

Learn how industry and higher education can work together! TIEC's president & CEO, Deneyse Kirkpatrick, will be a panelist for this virtual discussion hosted by the Brazil-Texas Chamber of Commerce on May 29.

Register: business.braziltexas.org/events/detai...

#TIEC40 #InternationalHigherEd

Differences in economics, money and banking, and entrepreneurship between Iraq and the U.S were among the topics covered in our Business & Entrepreneurship Virtual Exchange this semester.
#VirtualExchange #BuildingBridges #CulturalCompetencies #TIEC40

We're proud to celebrate #CommunityCollegeMonth and the global impact of Texas community colleges. Big ideas start on local campuses! We’re honored to have these institutions in the TIEC network.

#CCmonth #GlobalLearning #HigherEd #TIEC40

“This moment marks a significant shift for those of us working at the intersection of higher education and international engagement.”

In today's article, Deneyse outlines her intentions for charting our future in an environment of evolution in policy, trade, and more. www.tiec.org/post/chartin...

We’re five weeks out from the deadline for TIEF grant applications! Whether you have hesitations about the commitment, partnership, or technology involved in a virtual exchange program, we can help. Visit loom.ly/Sur80hw for more information and to apply.

#TIEC40 #VirtualExchange #HigherEd

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"The environment is where we all meet; where we all have a mutual interest; it is the one thing all of us share." —Lady Bird Johnson

Happy Earth Day!

Image is a digitally drawn illustration of a colorful wreath of leaves and decorated Easter eggs. In the center of the wreath are the words "Happy Easter."

For those who celebrate, we hope your Easter weekend was full of joy and treasured time with your loved ones, bringing the renewed promise of a blessed season to come. Happy Easter from TIEC!

Graphic shows a colorful illustration of a man taking notes while sitting at a desktop computer, where the monitor shows other men and women talking on a video call. The graphic is titled "Community. Connect." The Texas International Education Consortium's 40th anniversary logo is in the bottom right corner.

This is just the beginning! The spring semester is wrapping up, but it’s only the start of our VE program's impact. Students & educators have challenged each other to think critically—through debates, discussions, and thoughtful policy papers and presentations. Let’s celebrate this momentum! #TIEC40

Flyer for virtual conference "Uniting for Health: Provider Perspectives on Shared Challenges," hosted by the Texas International Education Consortium in partnership with the Online Learning Consortium. June 11-12, 2025 Contains logos from TIEC, an image of the U.S. flag, and the seal of the U.S. Department of State.

🌍 Join health pros worldwide! Explore shared challenges + clinical solutions at Uniting for Health, a free virtual conference hosted by TIEC in partnership with @onlinelearningconsortium.org

🗓️ June 11–12, 2025

🔗 loom.ly/Xcz94EU

#GlobalHealth #TIEC40 #VirtualEvent #HealthInnovation

TIEF grant opportunity — Getting a study abroad program off the ground isn’t easy! Whether it’s travel expenses or needing to build your own skill set, new programs are no small endeavor. This TIEF grant for our members can help with those early sticking points. loom.ly/-Nh5quM

On the horizon: potential academic collaborations between TX universities and Mahidol University, Thailand! Our Global Membership Manager engaged in creative and exciting discussions with them on their campus in Nakhon Pathom yesterday. Read more at loom.ly/FajyI-w
@mueg.bsky.social #TIEC40

ICYMI: Texas leads the nation in top-tier research universities! We’re proud of the commitment TX has made to advancing research in higher ed and even prouder to support our members on the global stage. Visit: www.tiec.org/post/r1-fulb...

#TexasBasedGloballyEngaged #InternationalEducation #TIEC40

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Kicking off a new season of learning & debate!

Students in our Community Connect Virtual Exchange Program from The University of Texas at San Antonio and FORSA are diving into thought-provoking discussions on governance, leadership, and decision making. Let the discussions begin!

Attn TIEC Members: Texas International Education Fund grant applications are open now through May 31. Got questions? Need help identifying potential partners? TIEC’s Global Partnerships team is here to help! www.tiec.org/tief

#TexasBasedGloballyEngaged #TIEC40