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2016 2nd Annual Conference – Chicago

September 26-28, 2016, Chicago, Illinois

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The Pie News
- 5 bizarre reasons international students have been refused visas November 13, 2026
  With visa refusals surging across major study destinations, The PIE has gathered together the most bonkers reasons government agents have given for rejecting applications. The post 5 bizarre reasons international students have been refused visas appeared first on The PIE News.
  Beth Kennedy
- Access for whom? November 13, 2026
  As students across Africa battle with visa refusals, it's no longer enough to simply talk about widening access to higher education. Action must be taken to help students take up the opportunities they have earned, writes Bimpe Femi-Oyewo The post Access for whom? appeared first on The PIE News.
  Bimpe Femi-Oyewo
- Brazil strengthens position as source market amid decline in global student mobility November 13, 2026
  While global market intelligence shows that international mobility is declining, Brazil has grounds to claim that it is, at least, stable, although the typical candidate profile has been changing. The post Brazil strengthens position as source market amid decline in global student mobility appeared first on The PIE News.
  Thassiana Balbino
- Reframing compliance from institutional burden to student protection November 12, 2026
  Compliance has become a byword for stress for many UK universities. But doing your due diligence has added benefits for students, write Ewa Borkowska and Sandy Bhangal. The post Reframing compliance from institutional burden to student protection appeared first on The PIE News.
  Ewa Borkowska and Sandy Bhangal
- IDP weighs up $573.3m private equity takeover bid November 12, 2026
  IDP Education is considering a renewed proposal from Blackstone, after the private equity giant submitted a sweetened bid worth $573.3 million. The post IDP weighs up $573.3m private equity takeover bid appeared first on The PIE News.
  Beth Kennedy
- UK student visa applications down 31% as Russell Group warns of volatility November 12, 2026
  UK student visa applications fell by 31% in October compared with the same month last year, prompting fresh warnings over continued volatility in the international student market. The post UK student visa applications down 31% as Russell Group warns of volatility appeared first on The PIE News.
  Kim Martin
- AI can improve test fairness, but human judgement remains vital November 12, 2026
  Speakers at the Pearson HE Admissions Summit said universities should ask why a test uses AI, expect openness about how it works, and keep humans accountable for decisions. The post AI can improve test fairness, but human judgement remains vital appeared first on The PIE News.
  Kim Martin
- Migration is essential to education and the Australian way of life November 12, 2026
  Australia risks losing more than talent and economic opportunity as migration restrictions threaten multiculturalism, argues Jessica Gallagher, deputy vice chancellor international and external engagement at Adelaide University. The post Migration is essential to education and the Australian way of life appeared first on The PIE News.
  Jessica Gallagher
- International business student decline could cost UK economy £4.2bn November 11, 2026
  The UK economy could experience a £4.2 billion loss if international business students' numbers continue to fall and return to their 2019/20 level, a new report reveals. The post International business student decline could cost UK economy £4.2bn appeared first on The PIE News.
  Jenna O'Flynn
- The view from Edinburgh: sustainable recruitment starts with sustainable partnerships November 11, 2026
  Sustainable recruitment is about more than maintaining student numbers or finding new markets, argues Stuart Easter. Building long-term international partnerships, investing in local expertise and embedding internationalisation across universities are crucial to creating recruitment strategies in an increasingly uncertain policy environment. The post The view from Edinburgh: sustainable recruitment starts with sustainable partnerships appeared first […]
  Stuart Easter
The Knowledge Review
- Risepoint-Supported Programs Are Training Tomorrow’s Nurse Educators November 9, 2026
  A professor with a master’s degree at a U.S. nursing school earns an average of $82,762 a year, according to the American Association of Colleges of Nursing. Across advanced practice nursing roles, the Bureau of Labor Statistics puts median pay at $134,920 as of May 2025. Not all schools can afford to pay the salaries […]
  Dev@TKR
- Prof. Dr. Prakash Divakaran Advances Research and Industry Collaboration in Higher Education October 15, 2026
  Prof. Dr. Prakash Divakaran, Vice-Chancellor of Himalayan University, is working to strengthen connections among industry experience, academic research, and higher education. With nearly three decades of experience in supply chain operations, logistics, and indirect taxation, he brings a practical understanding of business operations to his academic leadership. His career reflects a commitment to making higher […]
  Dev@TKR
- The Handwriting Lab Introduces a Scientific Handwriting Improvement Course to Address Declining Writing Skills March 20, 2026
  As digital tools continue to dominate communication, concerns around declining handwriting quality among both children and adults are becoming increasingly prominent. The Handwriting Lab has introduced its Handwriting Improvement Course, a structured and scientifically designed program with the aim of improving writing skills through a systematic approach grounded in cognitive science and motor skill development. […]
  Dev@TKR
- The Man Who Fights for the Voiceless March 10, 2026
  Chetann Kishor Patel and the Legal Revolution for Animal Justice. In a nation where compassion often battles convenience, one man has chosen to stand where it is hardest to stand beside the voiceless. From the bustling streets of Mumbai to municipal corridors hundreds of kilometres away, Chetann Kishor Patel has emerged as a formidable and […]
  Dev@TKR
- An Educator’s Guide to Earning a Language Certification February 24, 2026
  Language certification has become essential as education systems support multilingual classrooms and rising accountability expectations. Certified language skills help teachers demonstrate instructional readiness, while administrators and schools rely on verified proficiency for hiring and program quality decisions. This guide draws on insights from Language Testing International® (LTI), the exclusive licensee of ACTFL and a leader […]
  Dev@TKR
- G Shahid Ur Rehman Drives a New Era of Sustainable and Luxury Intercity Travel in South India February 20, 2026
  (South India) — The intercity transportation sector in South India is witnessing significant evolution over the past three decades, driven in large measure by the leadership of G Shahid Ur Rehman, the man behind Geepee Travels. Assuming responsibility at a notably young age, he transformed a traditional bus operation into a technologically advanced, customer-centric mobility […]
  Dev@TKR
- Delper Ecom Pvt Ltd and Devaramakkalu Charitable Trust to Launch Civilization-Scale ESG Marketplace and CSR Franchise Ecosystem Across India by March 2026 February 13, 2026
  Bangalore, India – February 10, 2026 – Delper Ecom Pvt Ltd today announced the launch of its Minimum Value Product (MVP), an initiative designed to go onboard with 320 million families across India in 36 months. With an initial investment of ₹10.06 crores, the company is introducing a model that integrates advertising liquidity with ESG-compliant […]
  Dev@TKR
- From Bestseller to Blockbuster: First-Edition Success Ignites the Race for Film and Mega Web Series Rights January 16, 2026
  Finally! – A Senapati with Nerves of Steel has emerged as far more than a successful debut novel. It represents a fully realized fictional universe with exceptional potential for cinematic adaptation and premium OTT streaming platforms. Following the strong response to its first edition, the book has sparked growing interest as a high-value intellectual property […]
  Dev@TKR
- Aditya Vaidya on Why Leadership, Systems, and Standards Will Define the Next Phase of India’s Hospitality Growth January 16, 2026
  India’s Food & Beverage (F&B) and hospitality industry is entering a decisive phase of evolution. After years of rapid expansion driven by demand growth, digital platforms, and investor capital, the sector is now confronting a more complex reality—one where leadership maturity, operational discipline, and governance will determine long-term success. The next chapter of growth will […]
  Dev@TKR
- Is College Admissions Counseling Worth the Investment? A Look at the Benefits and Top-Rated Services January 2, 2026
  Between looming deadlines, test prep, extracurricular activities and essay drafts, the college admissions process can quickly feel overwhelming for families. So, is paying for professional college admissions counseling even worth the investment? For some households, expert guidance trims stress, tightens applications and helps students find better college fits. For others, the cost may outweigh the […]
  Dev@TKR
International Education News
- Just Talk To Us Normally: Whitney M. Hegseth on the role educational leaders play in changing systems and culture November 11, 2026
  How can educational leaders use infrastructure to change culture? Whitney Hegseth addresses this and other questions in Just Talk To Us Normally. The book draws on Hegseth’s research with students in two different educational systems (Montessori and International Baccalaureate) and … Continue reading →
  T Hatch
- Scanning the headlines on OECD’s Education at a Glance 2026 November 4, 2026
  Teacher shortages, student disengagement, and a disconnect between university completion and job outcomes take center stage in OECD’s Education at a Glance 2026. In addition to these concerns, the headlines pulled together by Anushka Banerjee also highlight the comparative success … Continue reading →
  T Hatch
- Rethinking Campus Borders and Community Impact: Lead the Change Interview with Dr. Paul Garton and Dr. Larry Baranowski October 28, 2026
  In October’s Lead the Change (LtC) interview, Dr. Paul Garton and Dr. Larry Baranowski explore how universities extend their influence beyond their beyond physical boundaries and how improvement initiatives could contribute to community empowerment. Dr. Garton is an Assistant Professor … Continue reading →
  T Hatch
- “Be Honest, Grow With Your Students”: An Interview with Roselyn Baronia on her experiences with AI, Assessment, and a New Oral Defense (Part 3) October 21, 2026
  In the final installment of this three-part interview, Roselyn Baronia shares her students’ reactions and her reflections after she introduced an oral defense into a coding lab in her AP Computer Science A (CSA) course. In part one, Baronia described … Continue reading →
  T Hatch
- “AI is a tool that should help us, not something to depend on”: An Interview with Roselyn Baronia on her experiences with AI, Assessment, and a New Oral Defense (Part 2) October 14, 2026
  With concerns that AI was undermining her students’ critical thinking, Roselyn Baronia didn’t ban it — she redesigned her assessment around it. In the second installment of this three-part interview, Baronia discusses the oral defense she created for a coding … Continue reading →
  T Hatch
- “I Felt Like I Was Losing My Role in the Classroom”: An Interview with Roselyn Baronia on her experiences with AI, Assessment, and a New Oral Defense (Part 1) October 7, 2026
  What do you do when virtually every activity you ask students to complete can be carried out almost entirely by AI? That’s the challenge Roselyn Baronia faces as she tries to help her students learn to code in AP Computer … Continue reading →
  T Hatch
- Broadening the Approach to Assessing Educational Change: Lead the Change Interview with Dr. Jose Eos Trinidad October 1, 2026
  In September’s Lead the Change (LtC) interview, Dr. Jose Eos Trinidad argues that understanding educational change requires a broader understanding of how learning, development, and transformation occur across broader spaces. Dr. Trinidad is an Assistant Professor at the University of … Continue reading →
  T Hatch
- Highs in the East, Lows in the West, and Concerns All Around: Scanning the Education Headlines for the 2025 PISA results September 24, 2026
  This week, Thomas Hatch and Anushka Banerjee pull together some of the headlines discussing the release of the 2025 PISA tests in reading, math and science, For IEN’s coverege of other OECD reports on education tests, see: Scanning the headlines … Continue reading →
  T Hatch
- Challenges, Policies, and Politics in the New School Year in the US: Going back to school in a divided world in 2026 (Part 2) September 16, 2026
  Questions about funding, supplies, safety, numerous policy changes, and the growing backlash leading to bans on AI and cellphones are among the many local and national issues in the news as students go back to school in the US. Last … Continue reading →
  T Hatch
- Safety and shortages or banning technology? Going back to school in a divided world in 2026 (Part 1) September 9, 2026
  Going back to school looks very different for students in developing countries and those in developed countries in Europe, Canada and elsewhere. Although the issues in Europe focus on limits on screens, cellphones, and AI, concerns about repairing facilities, dealing … Continue reading →
  T Hatch

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