Texas International Education Consortium (TIEC)

Each step we take brings us closer to building a world of solutions, innovation, and resilience. Our consortium's collective ripple effect is widespread and just the beginning. Thank you to all who are part of this journey! @StevensInit @aspeninstitute @statedept

We are thrilled to spotlight Ms. Tre Kamaran Jamal, a distinguished virtual exchange alumna from the American University of Iraq, Sulaimani. Tre’s journey through our Virtual Exchange Program exemplifies her commitment to academic and cultural exchange. @StevensInit @ECAatState

TIEC has been so honored to continue our partnership with PMU, project managing the establishment of their new teaching hospital in Saudi Arabia. Even as we work towards the end of this project, we’re excited about the partnership possibilities that lie ahead.

Those who’ve had the opportunity to hear Roshan Mashal’s presentations for Global Voices on Campus have been profoundly moved and inspired! To book Mashal for your campus, please visit loom.ly/QK2mTkk – sessions are available through the end of January 2025.

Did you know that international students in Texas supported 22,112 jobs and contributed $2.5 billion to our state’s economy in 2023? More about NAFSA's economic value statistics at loom.ly/zWJpdv8 #opendoors #IEW2024

A thought-provoking and inspirational virtual exchange is happening this semester between students in Global Leadership classes at TSU and students at AUIS. Students are learning about the leadership process, vision building, followership formation, and motivation.

We are incredibly thankful to our many friends and partners around the world as they strive tirelessly for internationalization and seamless, cooperative problem-solving through education. No matter where you are today, we hope you're safe & spending time with those you love.

This week, we are thankful for our TIEC team, past and present. We are a small but mighty staff, so each colleague makes an impact on building global higher ed partnerships. Take a moment with us to celebrate the work of Heather Farmakis, our former COO: loom.ly/rW_8Vjw

Our own Dr. William Smith recently presented "A New Approach to Internationalization: Global Consciousness" at the 2024 San Antonio International Education Forum. The Alamo Colleges District Global Engagement team orchestrated such an enriching experience! #SAIE #GlobalEducation

Study abroad is a powerful tool to prepare students for a global workforce, and studies show it’s also a way to improve student retention and success. Congratulations to both UT Austin and TAMU for being among the top 5 higher ed institutions in the U.S. for study abroad!

Dr. Alejandra Barahona’s recent visit to TX was filled with collaboration that will undoubtedly lead to opportunities at Universidad LCI Veritas and LCI Barcelona – and it was an absolute pleasure to host her! #GlobalEducation #StudyAbroad #InternationalCollaboration #HigherEd

TIEC has been honored by Alamo Community College District's Office of International Programs with the 2024 Community Award! This recognition celebrates our shared commitment to advancing global engagement in higher ed across TX. #IEW24

Participate in The Forum on Education Abroad's Regional Seminar: "Strategies to Enhance Access, Support Well-Being, and Address New Challenges in Education Abroad" in Austin on Fri 12/13/24. Register at forumea.org/austin-regiona…

In our Texas-Costa Rica HEIs virtual networking event, Dr. Barahona shared her insights on CR's dynamic higher ed system and its internationalization efforts. As our first affiliate member in Latin America, Universidad Veritas exemplifies the power of cross-border collaboration.

In Vision 2030, Egypt identified critical requirements in water management and irrigation. Elsewedy University of Technology (SUT) aims to answer that workforce need with new degree programs – and our new partnership will deliver the TX expertise to make this happen.

🌍✨ In celebration of International Education Week 2024, join us for a special webinar, "Open Doors Report 2024: Interpreting Texas' Trends," hosted by TIEC this Friday, 11/22/24 at 2:00 CST — RSVP at loom.ly/pBLS3gs #InternationalEducationWeek #IEW24

Happy International Education Week 2024! Across TX and around the USA this week, we celebrate our higher ed institutions who broaden horizons with study abroad and international students who come here to explore. International ed opens doors to fascinating possibilities! #IEW24

We are incredibly thankful to our amazing partners, UTSA and FORSA, for their unwavering dedication and collaboration as part of the Community Climate Connect VE Program. Making a lasting difference, one partnership at a time! @UTSA @StevensInit @aspeninstitute @statedept

In our latest article, we caught up with Dr. Lange on his thoughts about the immense value that Texas brings to global healthcare projects like ours for PMU Health: loom.ly/R88ZiKE

Texas A&M International University serves as a vital cultural and intellectual hub for the dynamic community of Laredo. @txamiu is not just a university - it’s a portal to global connections and cross-border research for meaningful change. tamiu.edu #TAMIU #DustEm