The 9th Annual Washington International Education Conference

The 9 th Annual Washington International
Education Conference
The George Washington University
January 24-25, 2011
The 9 th Annual Washington International
Education Conference
The George Washington University
January 24-25, 2011
Why the Washington International Education Conference?
• Access to embassies from around the globe that sponsor, place and advise students
• Practical data and tips to more effectively manage the international student experience
• Presentations from key Federal agency partners
• Networking with peers and global partners
Washington International Education Council (WIEC)
330 Hart Road North Potomac, MD 20878
www.washcouncil.org
The only conference that gives you access to key embassy
personnel and the latest trends in international student
recruiting, admissions and campus life. Walk away with
practical knowledge and tips that can immediately enhance
your international recruitment program.

The 9 th Annual Washington International
Education Conference
The George Washington University
January 24-25, 2011
What sets the Washington International Education Conference apart from others is the unique access to key embassy personnel.
During this two-day conference, you will be escorted to embassies representing countries from across the globe, and hear from key Federal
government partners, which in the past have included the U.S. Department of Commerce, the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department
of Homeland Security. In addition, you will learn from highly regarded peers and research institutions that are committed to the study and
implementation of international student recruiting and admissions.
You will leave the Washington International Education Conference with unprecedented information on trends and issues, while also having the data
and practical tips to more effectively manage your international student program.
Conference attendees include Education and Cultural Attaches from Washington based Embassies, university, college and language program
administrators who oversee international university student recruiting and admissions and those who serve as liaisons to these students once on
campus, Federal government representatives, and representatives from NGOs.
Events Scheduled:
Luncheons and the Gala Conference Reception: previous Washington
International Education Conferences have had informative sessions at
the following embassies and international organizations: China, India,
Saudi Arabia, Organization of American States, IREX: International
Research and Exchange Board, AMIDEAST, France Germany, Kuwait,
Bahrain, United Arab Emirates, Indonesia, Russian Federation, Libya,
Sweden, Korea, Japan, Turkey.
Session Topics will include:
• International Recruitment in the Age of Facebook;
Low Cost Recruitment With Tightened Budgets
• The Latest Trends In International Student Enrollments From IIE
and the United States Department of State
• Emerging Developments on Visa Issuance and Regulations
Governing International Students While They Are in the
United States
• Where You Need To Be: The Most Important Countries for
International Student Recruitment and How to Access Students in
Those Countries
The 9 th Annual Washington International Education Conference
Conference Registration Fee:
Early Registration: $995*
Regular and On-site Registration: $1,095
Registration fee allows each institution to send two representatives
Register online at: www.washcouncil.org/register
• Access to Students without Travel
• Trends in International Admissions
• Creating a Personal Connection Between Your Campus &
International Students
*Early registration rate valid with payment received by November 1, 2010
For additional information, please contact:
Washington International Education Council (WIEC)
330 Hart Road
North Potomac, MD 20878
P: (301) 947-0015
F: (240) 632-9342
info@washcouncil.org
www.washcouncil.org