International students scramble to find safety in Ukraine as invasion begins
President of Russia Vladimir Putin made a statement just before daybreak, insisting the Ukrainian military “lay down their arms”, but said he did not plan to occupy he country – despite multiple military targets now having been hit by Russian forces. Meanwhile,...
International students “a priority” in Japan reopening but cap halts progress
Fumio Kishida announced in a press conference that there will be a staggered reopening, after “growing calls” from universities and students to ease entry restrictions when many other countries have already fully opened their borders. “Many people waiting must start...
International students in Germany ‘don’t feel adequately prepared’
The SeSaBa project examined all levels of international student study, from application to study completion in Germany, with some frustrating findings. “These problems may relate to both academic competencies, such as language skills and effective learning strategies,...