Promoting Inclusion in Education Abroad

"Access has been the primary focus of education abroad professionals' diversity concerns for decades. This volume provides a compelling argument for shifting our attention to inclusion and success as essential methods for increasing the quality and value of education abroad for all students. By presenting research, as a foundation for model practices, this volume offers new directions for scholarship while presenting practitioners with recommendations and practical tools for advancing inclusive excellence."

David Wick, Assistant Professor, International Education Management

Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey

"As the demographics of student populations continue to evolve a greater understanding of pathways towards excellence are essential. High impact practices like study abroad are quickly becoming the rule rather than the exception. This book provides an excellent foundation for professionals dedicated to diversity and inclusion in international education. The writers examine a complete spectrum of identities and their intersections. They provide insight into a series of topics rarely discussed in the academe."

Aaron Bruce, Ph.D.. Chief Diversity Officer

San Diego State University

"This publication makes a significant contribution to the field of education abroad. By providing a comprehensive collection of focused studies, research, and essays, the editors have created an indispensable resource for institutions and organizations seeking to better understand the complexity of serving diverse populations. By providing case studies and models, the book moves beyond the problematics, ultimately offering potential solutions and successful inclusive practices"

Martha Johnson, Assistant Dean, Learning Abroad, Learning Abroad Center

University of Minnesota

"In this practical guide brimming with examples and insights, co-editors Heather Barclay Hamir and Nick Gozik provide university administrators, scholars, and the public with a crisp analysis of why different groups are 'underrepresented and offer ways to increase the diversity of students engaged in international education.

The rich array of examples provided in the chapters of this book rightly highlight the insights of scholar-practitioners working in the field. These experts have valuable data at their fingertips to follow trends and pursue institutional change work. In international education, research can inform practice and practice can inform research. The book embeds education abroad in the context of the larger educational mission of colleges and universities."

Esther Brimmer, Exec. Dir. and CEO of NAFSA - Association of International Educators. She was formerly the assistant secretary for international organization affairs at U.S. Department of State

and professor of practice of international affairs at George Washington University's Elliott School

"By its very nature education abroad brings diverse people together to live with and learn from each other. To be successful, this activity should aspire to be as inclusive as possible. This important book, written by the leading thinkers and practitioners on the topic, provides valuable perspectives that will assist higher education leaders and education abroad professionals to develop strategies, plan initiatives, manage programs and assess outcomes in order to advance this goal."

Brian Whalen, President and CEO

The Forum on Education Abroad

"The purpose of this book, edited by Heather Barclay Hamir and Nick Gozik, is to identify both the challenges faced by underrepresented students in accessing international programs and the practices that can address these challenges. The overall readability of the book reflects the editors' intent for it to be used by 'practitioners and scholars alike'. These practitioners include international education staff, community partners, and those who design and coordinate programs abroad.

Overall, this edited volume provides an important and accessible introduction to the barriers to participation in international programs, and practical program- and institution-level strategies to address these barriers. As the editors point out in the introduction, the work of providing equitable access to international programs cannot just be about increasing the number of students participating in existing programs, but must address how these programs and student experiences will change."

Teachers College Record

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"In this practical guide brimming with examples and insights, co-editors Heather Barclay Hamir and Nick Gozik provide university administrators, scholars, and the public with a crisp analysis of why different groups are underrepresented and offer ways to increase the diversity of students engaged in international education.

The rich array of examples provided in the chapters of this book rightly highlight the insights of scholar-practitioners working in the field. These experts have valuable data at their fingertips to follow trends and pursue institutional change work. In international education, research can inform practice and practice can inform research. The book embeds education abroad in the context of the larger educational mission of colleges and universities."

Esther Brimmer, Exec. Dir. and CEO of NAFSA - Association of International Educators. She was formerly the assistant secretary for international organization affairs at U.S. Department of State

and professor of practice of international affairs at George Washington University's Elliott School