ANNUAL CONFERENCE
The Virtual 2021 WAIE Annual Conference is held on April 29 and 30, 2021 SESSION RECORDINGSVIRTUAL EXHIBIT HALL2021 WAIE Sponsors and Exhibitors
ECE
IEM Roundtable Sponsor
Credential Evaluation
Booth Access
Link to Virtual Booth: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_MzFjN2ExMjItNDhkYS00NzRiLWJlN2ItNjQwZjJlM2JhMGMz%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22501ed337-7aa8-4d9e-a89d-f7b5f0e4796e%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22184f6afc-a14c-4bfd-ba36-7b370871a42e%22%7d (Hours: 10:30 am – 11:30 am)
Company Description:
Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE) reviews academic achievements by individuals from other countries and converts them to the U.S. system for purposes of studying or working in the United States and elsewhere. Charter member of NACES since 1987.
Sales Contact Information:
Krysta Gorder
kgorder@ece.org
Sales Manager
Direct: 414.604.5329
AIFS
Raffle Sponsor
Study Abroad
Booth Access
Zoom Link to Virtual Booth: https://aifsabroad.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJckcOqhrz0pE9fdwViuYYuZaAAxmLu_v8SJ (Registration Required) (Hours: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm)
Company Description: AIFS is recognized as a leading provider of study abroad programs. Since we were founded in 1964, over 1.5 million students have traveled abroad with AIFS. With more than 50 years of experience, we have the resources and experience to provide what our students want and need in a study abroad program, and to safeguard their welfare around the globe. Global Experiences became part of the AIFS Abroad family in 2019. Global Experiences has been a pioneer of providing high quality international internship experiences to university students since 2001. Our intensive hands-on approach to programming before, during and after the internship, coupled with our focus on personal strengths and career readiness, helps ensure a high level of accountability and transparency to each of our university partners and their students. Our network of thousands of diverse host employers across 3 continents offers unique value to university partners interested in scaling up programs through increased enrollment in key locations.
Sales Contact Information:
Susanna Shigo, Regional Director
AIFS Abroad
sshigo@aifs.com
203-399-5147
Additional Contact:
Damien Marshall, Regional Vice President for Partnership Development
AIFS Abroad
dmarshall@aifs.com
CAPA
Raffle Sponsor
Study Abroad
Booth Access
Zoom Link to Virtual Booth: https://capa.zoom.us/j/97272528960 (Hours: 10:30 am – 12:30 pm, April 30, 2021)
Company Description:
For 45 years CAPA: The Global Education Network has worked with institutions of higher education to build programs that meet their goals for learning abroad. We operate education centers in Global Cities and have developed distinct academic offerings, support frameworks, and oversight structures for our students and visiting faculty.
CAPA: The Global Education Network is committed to academic excellence, integrity, and innovation in learning abroad. We provide meaningful experiences that challenge and inspire students to analyze and explore complex political, cultural, and social landscapes within urban environments. Using collaborative learning communities and global connections via technology, we prepare students to live and work in a globally interdependent and diverse world.
Sales Contact Information:
Laura Turner
Institutional Relations Manager
lturner@capa.org
Direct: +1 (734) 845-4398
Main: +1 (800) 793 0334
China Credential Services
Raffle Sponsor
Credential Evaluation
Booth Access
Zoom Link to Virtual Booth: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8923
Meeting ID: 892 331 5569
Passcode: 789482
Company Description:
Processing Chinese credentials in admissions has never been easier or faster. Whether you process credentials in-house, outsource to an evaluation agency, or work at an evaluation agency, – we have a service that would fit your needs, with basic credential consultations starting at as low as $20 per credential.
As the pandemic is raging and visas are delayed, we are still here for you – fully virtual and ready to help within your budget! Reach out to see what we can do for you.
Sales Contact Information:
Katerina Roskina
Eval@chinacredentials.com
608-729-8808
WeChat: ChinaCredentials
Human Connections
Raffle Sponsor
Study Abroad
Booth Access
Zoom Link to Virtual Booth: https://zoom.us/j/95730650795 (Hours: 9:00am-10:00am; 10:45am-12:00pm; 1:15pm-2:00pm; 3:00pm-3:30pm, April 30, 2021)
Company Description:
Human Connections (humanconnections.org) is a responsible tourism organization and study abroad provider based in Bucerías, Mexico. Our internships and custom programs connect students with entrepreneurs, artisans, and local organizations for authentic and reciprocal cross-cultural learning that shift perspectives and increase understanding.
Sales Contact Information:
Jeannie Jaworski
Student Programs Director
jeannie@humanconnections.org
(414) 310-9966
ECE
IEM Roundtable Sponsor
Credential Evaluation
Booth Access
Link to Virtual Booth: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_MzFjN2ExMjItNDhkYS00NzRiLWJlN2ItNjQwZjJlM2JhMGMz%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22501ed337-7aa8-4d9e-a89d-f7b5f0e4796e%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22184f6afc-a14c-4bfd-ba36-7b370871a42e%22%7d (Hours: 10:30 am – 11:30 am)
Company Description:
Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE) reviews academic achievements by individuals from other countries and converts them to the U.S. system for purposes of studying or working in the United States and elsewhere. Charter member of NACES since 1987.
Sales Contact Information:
Krysta Gorder
kgorder@ece.org
Sales Manager
Direct: 414.604.5329
AIFS
Raffle Sponsor
Study Abroad
Booth Access
Zoom Link to Virtual Booth: https://aifsabroad.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJckcOqhrz0pE9fdwViuYYuZaAAxmLu_v8SJ (Registration Required) (Hours: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm)
Company Description: AIFS is recognized as a leading provider of study abroad programs. Since we were founded in 1964, over 1.5 million students have traveled abroad with AIFS. With more than 50 years of experience, we have the resources and experience to provide what our students want and need in a study abroad program, and to safeguard their welfare around the globe. Global Experiences became part of the AIFS Abroad family in 2019. Global Experiences has been a pioneer of providing high quality international internship experiences to university students since 2001. Our intensive hands-on approach to programming before, during and after the internship, coupled with our focus on personal strengths and career readiness, helps ensure a high level of accountability and transparency to each of our university partners and their students. Our network of thousands of diverse host employers across 3 continents offers unique value to university partners interested in scaling up programs through increased enrollment in key locations.
Sales Contact Information:
Susanna Shigo, Regional Director
AIFS Abroad
sshigo@aifs.com
203-399-5147
Additional Contact:
Damien Marshall, Regional Vice President for Partnership Development
AIFS Abroad
dmarshall@aifs.com
CAPA
Raffle Sponsor
Study Abroad
Booth Access
Zoom Link to Virtual Booth: https://capa.zoom.us/j/97272528960 (Hours: 10:30 am – 12:30 pm, April 30, 2021)
Company Description:
For 45 years CAPA: The Global Education Network has worked with institutions of higher education to build programs that meet their goals for learning abroad. We operate education centers in Global Cities and have developed distinct academic offerings, support frameworks, and oversight structures for our students and visiting faculty.
CAPA: The Global Education Network is committed to academic excellence, integrity, and innovation in learning abroad. We provide meaningful experiences that challenge and inspire students to analyze and explore complex political, cultural, and social landscapes within urban environments. Using collaborative learning communities and global connections via technology, we prepare students to live and work in a globally interdependent and diverse world.
Sales Contact Information:
Laura Turner
Institutional Relations Manager
lturner@capa.org
Direct: +1 (734) 845-4398
Main: +1 (800) 793 0334
China Credential Services
Raffle Sponsor
Credential Evaluation
Booth Access
Zoom Link to Virtual Booth: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8923
Meeting ID: 892 331 5569
Passcode: 789482
Company Description:
Processing Chinese credentials in admissions has never been easier or faster. Whether you process credentials in-house, outsource to an evaluation agency, or work at an evaluation agency, – we have a service that would fit your needs, with basic credential consultations starting at as low as $20 per credential.
As the pandemic is raging and visas are delayed, we are still here for you – fully virtual and ready to help within your budget! Reach out to see what we can do for you.
Sales Contact Information:
Katerina Roskina
Eval@chinacredentials.com
608-729-8808
Human Connections
Raffle Sponsor
Study Abroad
Booth Access
Zoom Link to Virtual Booth: https://zoom.us/j/95730650795 (Hours: 9:00am-10:00am; 10:45am-12:00pm; 1:15pm-2:00pm; 3:00pm-3:30pm, April 30, 2021)
Company Description:
Human Connections (humanconnections.org) is a responsible tourism organization and study abroad provider based in Bucerías, Mexico. Our internships and custom programs connect students with entrepreneurs, artisans, and local organizations for authentic and reciprocal cross-cultural learning that shift perspectives and increase understanding.
Sales Contact Information:
Jeannie Jaworski
Student Programs Director
jeannie@humanconnections.org
(414) 310-9966
International Student
Raffle Sponsor
Lead Generation
Booth Access
Zoom Link to Virtual Booth: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5084288357
Company Description: InternationalStud
Sales Contact Information:
Bryanna Davis,
bdavis@internationalstudent.
904-247-1387 (ext 115)
International Student Insurance
Raffle Sponsor
Insurance
Booth Access
Zoom Link to Virtual Booth: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/2025919791
Company Description:
International Student Insurance (ISI) is a specialized insurance agency offering health and travel insurance to students and schools around the world
Sales Contact Information:
Sally McLeod – Marketing Manager
International Student Insurance
T: + 1 (904) 247-1387 ext 109
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LewerMark
Raffle Sponsor
Insurance
Booth Access
Zoom Link to Virtual Booth: https://lewer.zoom.us/j/6084996473
Company Description: Innovative, responsive, knowledgeable: LewerMark is the leader in International Education for international student health insurance. We work directly with schools using our curated plans to protect international students from the high costs of the American health industry.
Sales Contact Information:
Josh Petter
jpetter@lewer.com
317-258-5697
Marquette University
Raffle Sponsor
Study Abroad
Booth Access
Zoom Link to Virtual Booth: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/
Meeting ID: 414 288 7289
Company Description:
Are you passionate about community engagement and service to others? Interested in an internship with a community based NGO? Looking for an experience to set yourself apart from others? The Marquette University Sibanye Cape Town program (formerly South Africa Service Learning) offers that and more! Located in cosmopolitan Cape Town, South Africa, the Sibanye Cape Town program offers opportunities for you to take courses at the University of Western Cape as well working with local communities and organizations in areas focused on refugees, youth education, community development, women empowerment, race, socioeconomic or gender inequities, sustainable living and more.
Sales Contact Information:
Karlin Webster,
karlin.webster@marquette.edu
414-288-5022
One Earth International Credential Evaluations
Raffle Sponsor
Credential Evaluation
Booth Access
Zoom Link to Virtual Booth: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9610433551
Company Description:
Recognizing past accomplishments to realize future goals, One Earth International Credential Evaluations provides professional, clear and concise assessments of international academic credentials for the purpose of further education, immigration or employment in the United States. Quick turnaround time and friendly, personal communication help ensure a positive process from start to finish.
Sales Contact Information:
Karin Christoph Brown
Executive Director & Senior Evaluator
Phone: 1.608.205.8189
Email: eval@oneearthevaluations.org
Web: www.oneearthevaluations.
International Student
Raffle Sponsor
Lead Generation
Booth Access
Zoom Link to Virtual Booth: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5084288357
Company Description: InternationalStud
Sales Contact Information:
Bryanna Davis,
bdavis@internationalstudent.
904-247-1387 (ext 115)
International Student Insurance
Raffle Sponsor
Insurance
Booth Access
Zoom Link to Virtual Booth: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/2025919791
Company Description:
International Student Insurance (ISI) is a specialized insurance agency offering health and travel insurance to students and schools around the world
Sales Contact Information:
Sally McLeod – Marketing Manager
International Student Insurance
T: + 1 (904) 247-1387 ext 109
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LewerMark
Raffle Sponsor
Insurance
Booth Access
Zoom Link to Virtual Booth: https://lewer.zoom.us/j/6084996473
Company Description: Innovative, responsive, knowledgeable: LewerMark is the leader in International Education for international student health insurance. We work directly with schools using our curated plans to protect international students from the high costs of the American health industry.
Sales Contact Information:
Josh Petter
jpetter@lewer.com
317-258-5697
Marquette University
Raffle Sponsor
Study Abroad
Booth Access
Zoom Link to Virtual Booth: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/4142887289?pwd=QVJtWUUzc2NIYU9PL0MyUHhyTEtCZz09
Meeting ID: 414 288 7289
Passcode: 53233
Company Description:
Are you passionate about community engagement and service to others? Interested in an internship with a community based NGO? Looking for an experience to set yourself apart from others? The Marquette University Sibanye Cape Town program (formerly South Africa Service Learning) offers that and more! Located in cosmopolitan Cape Town, South Africa, the Sibanye Cape Town program offers opportunities for you to take courses at the University of Western Cape as well working with local communities and organizations in areas focused on refugees, youth education, community development, women empowerment, race, socioeconomic or gender inequities, sustainable living and more.
Sales Contact Information:
Karlin Webster,
karlin.webster@marquette.edu
414-288-5022
One Earth International Credential Evaluations
Raffle Sponsor
Credential Evaluation
Booth Access
Zoom Link to Virtual Booth: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9610433551
Company Description:
Recognizing past accomplishments to realize future goals, One Earth International Credential Evaluations provides professional, clear and concise assessments of international academic credentials for the purpose of further education, immigration or employment in the United States. Quick turnaround time and friendly, personal communication help ensure a positive process from start to finish.
Sales Contact Information:
Karin Christoph Brown
Executive Director & Senior Evaluator
Phone: 1.608.205.8189
Email: eval@oneearthevaluations.org
Web: www.oneearthevaluations.
PSI Student Insurance
Raffle Sponsor
Insurance
Booth Access
Link to Virtual Booth: https://tinyurl.com/2zuushdj (Click “continue on browser” if you don’t have the Team app)
Company Description:
Since 1996, PSI has been providing low-cost International Student Health Insurance for students studying in the USA. We have plans for F-visas, J-visas, Short-term Groups, OPT, H1B, Dependents, International Student Athletes, and more. There is no minimum enrollment requirement because we aggregate individuals and small groups of students from over 900 institutions spread among all 50 states.
Sales Contact Information:
Chris Wacker
Regional Accounts Director
chris@psiservice.com
1-619-788-2115 (Tel, Text, WhatsApp)
chwacker (WeChat)
Scholaro
Raffle Sponsor
Credential Evaluation
Booth Access
Zoom Link to Virtual Booth:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89263302128?pwd=KzBYMklpeXZzOFg5MGkwZ1cvU3RJdz09
Meeting ID: 892 6330 2128
Passcode: 12345
Company Description:
Founded in 2008, Scholaro Inc. is a U.S. based company that provides full-service international credential evaluation services and easy-to-use software for international admissions and recruiting. We are an endorsed member of the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE) and follow the evaluation standards, first of their kind, promoting consistency and accuracy in credential evaluation. Scholaro is a one-stop source for managing foreign credentials, including language translation, credential evaluation and placement tools. Our international GPA calculator is used by thousands of students and educators across the globe, and our online education database is a valuable resource for hundreds of universities in the U.S.
Sales Contact Information:
Aleks Morawski
Director of Evaluation Services
Tel. 312-757-6133
morawski@scholaro.com
www.scholaro.com
Sprintax
Raffle Sponsor
Taxation
Booth Access
Zoom Link to Virtual Booth: https://zoom.us/j/95662650553?pwd=NWtQdUtlWUJ1anptSkV5eXI0SExCdz09 (Hours: 10:00 am – 12:30 pm)
Meeting ID: 956 6265 0553
Passcode: 655615
Company Description:
US Tax Preparation for Nonresidents. The only online software for non-resident federal tax e-filing and state tax return preparation.
- Now LIVE for Nonresident Federal Tax return e-filing
- Automatic generation of completed tax forms – including Federal, State & FICA tax returns, Form 8843 and ITIN applications.
- Guarantees a maximum legal refund for federal, state & medicare including tax treaty benefits.
- Assists you through the process via a 24/7 Live Chat, Social Media support, e-mail support, FAQ’s and our virtual assistant Stacy.
- Amend your tax return easily online. Save time and stress.
Sales Contact Information:
Neil Duffy,
Associate Vice President
nduffy@sprintax.com
312 887 1343
Elvera King,
Account Manager
eking@sprintax.com
646 687 6831
Study Abroad Association
Raffle Sponsor
Study Abroad
Booth Access
Zoom Link to Virtual Booth: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81480410144?pwd=OWZIQzdSZkpxbDB2WGh0WHdYQjVmZz09
Company Description:
Since 2009, Study Abroad Association has been sharing the same mission of building globally competent students with many educational institutions across the United States.
However, we are aware of the main problems that international education is facing such as the lack of globally infused resources, experience, and accessibility. For this reason, together with our partner institutions, we continuously strive to bring valuable and innovative solutions to the table.
Sales Contact Information:
James Adkins
Director of Partner Outreach and Development
james@studyabroadassociation.
1-443-880-0011
USAC
Raffle Sponsor
Study Abroad
Booth Access
Zoom Link to Virtual Booth: https://unr.zoom.us/j/4516882586?pwd=emFSbUVNYWNSeHgyRjYvYk1PbWZuUT09
Company Description:
University Studies Abroad Consortium (USAC), a nonprofit, university-based organization, offers affordable, academic and authentic study abroad programs at 50+ locations worldwide. Since 1982, we have provided students with life-changing opportunities to live and learn in countries all around the globe. Each USAC program is designed to help students grow into an engaged citizen of the world—not only through academic experiences, but also through field trips, internships, volunteering, and service learning. USAC also offers online courses and virtual internships, developed during the coronavirus pandemic, to provide a global perspective to every student’s college experience under any circumstances.
Sales Contact Information:
Joel Freeman
joel.freeman@usac.edu
414-214-7353
ECE
IEM Roundtable Sponsor
Credential Evaluation
Booth Access
Link to Virtual Booth: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_MzFjN2ExMjItNDhkYS00NzRiLWJlN2ItNjQwZjJlM2JhMGMz%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22501ed337-7aa8-4d9e-a89d-f7b5f0e4796e%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22184f6afc-a14c-4bfd-ba36-7b370871a42e%22%7d (Hours: 10:30 am – 11:30 am)
Company Description:
Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE) reviews academic achievements by individuals from other countries and converts them to the U.S. system for purposes of studying or working in the United States and elsewhere. Charter member of NACES since 1987.
Sales Contact Information:
Krysta Gorder
kgorder@ece.org
Sales Manager
Direct: 414.604.5329
AIFS
Raffle Sponsor
Study Abroad
Booth Access
Zoom Link to Virtual Booth: https://aifsabroad.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJckcOqhrz0pE9fdwViuYYuZaAAxmLu_v8SJ (Registration Required) (Hours: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm)
Company Description: AIFS is recognized as a leading provider of study abroad programs. Since we were founded in 1964, over 1.5 million students have traveled abroad with AIFS. With more than 50 years of experience, we have the resources and experience to provide what our students want and need in a study abroad program, and to safeguard their welfare around the globe. Global Experiences became part of the AIFS Abroad family in 2019. Global Experiences has been a pioneer of providing high quality international internship experiences to university students since 2001. Our intensive hands-on approach to programming before, during and after the internship, coupled with our focus on personal strengths and career readiness, helps ensure a high level of accountability and transparency to each of our university partners and their students. Our network of thousands of diverse host employers across 3 continents offers unique value to university partners interested in scaling up programs through increased enrollment in key locations.
Sales Contact Information:
Susanna Shigo, Regional Director
AIFS Abroad
sshigo@aifs.com
203-399-5147
Additional Contact:
Damien Marshall, Regional Vice President for Partnership Development
AIFS Abroad
dmarshall@aifs.com
CAPA
Raffle Sponsor
Study Abroad
Booth Access
Zoom Link to Virtual Booth: https://capa.zoom.us/j/97272528960 (Hours: 10:30 am – 12:30 pm, April 30, 2021)
Company Description:
For 45 years CAPA: The Global Education Network has worked with institutions of higher education to build programs that meet their goals for learning abroad. We operate education centers in Global Cities and have developed distinct academic offerings, support frameworks, and oversight structures for our students and visiting faculty.
CAPA: The Global Education Network is committed to academic excellence, integrity, and innovation in learning abroad. We provide meaningful experiences that challenge and inspire students to analyze and explore complex political, cultural, and social landscapes within urban environments. Using collaborative learning communities and global connections via technology, we prepare students to live and work in a globally interdependent and diverse world.
Sales Contact Information:
Laura Turner
Institutional Relations Manager
lturner@capa.org
Direct: +1 (734) 845-4398
Main: +1 (800) 793 0334
China Credential Services
Raffle Sponsor
Credential Evaluation
Booth Access
Zoom Link to Virtual Booth: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8923
Meeting ID: 892 331 5569
Passcode: 789482
Company Description:
Processing Chinese credentials in admissions has never been easier or faster. Whether you process credentials in-house, outsource to an evaluation agency, or work at an evaluation agency, – we have a service that would fit your needs, with basic credential consultations starting at as low as $20 per credential.
As the pandemic is raging and visas are delayed, we are still here for you – fully virtual and ready to help within your budget! Reach out to see what we can do for you.
Sales Contact Information:
Katerina Roskina
Eval@chinacredentials.com
608-729-8808
Human Connections
Raffle Sponsor
Study Abroad
Booth Access
Zoom Link to Virtual Booth: https://zoom.us/j/95730650795 (Hours: 9:00am-10:00am; 10:45am-12:00pm; 1:15pm-2:00pm; 3:00pm-3:30pm, April 30, 2021)
Company Description:
Human Connections (humanconnections.org) is a responsible tourism organization and study abroad provider based in Bucerías, Mexico. Our internships and custom programs connect students with entrepreneurs, artisans, and local organizations for authentic and reciprocal cross-cultural learning that shift perspectives and increase understanding.
Sales Contact Information:
Jeannie Jaworski
Student Programs Director
jeannie@humanconnections.org
(414) 310-9966
International Student
Raffle Sponsor
Lead Generation
Booth Access
Zoom Link to Virtual Booth: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5084288357
Company Description: InternationalStud
Sales Contact Information:
Bryanna Davis,
bdavis@internationalstudent.
904-247-1387 (ext 115)
International Student Insurance
Raffle Sponsor
Insurance
Booth Access
Zoom Link to Virtual Booth: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/2025919791
Company Description:
International Student Insurance (ISI) is a specialized insurance agency offering health and travel insurance to students and schools around the world
Sales Contact Information:
Sally McLeod – Marketing Manager
International Student Insurance
T: + 1 (904) 247-1387 ext 109
Facebook | Twitter | Blog | Li
LewerMark
Raffle Sponsor
Insurance
Booth Access
Zoom Link to Virtual Booth: https://lewer.zoom.us/j/6084996473
Company Description: Innovative, responsive, knowledgeable: LewerMark is the leader in International Education for international student health insurance. We work directly with schools using our curated plans to protect international students from the high costs of the American health industry.
Sales Contact Information:
Josh Petter
jpetter@lewer.com
317-258-5697
Marquette University
Raffle Sponsor
Study Abroad
Booth Access
Zoom Link to Virtual Booth: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/4142887289?pwd=QVJtWUUzc2NIYU9PL0MyUHhyTEtCZz09
Meeting ID: 414 288 7289
Passcode: 53233
Company Description:
Are you passionate about community engagement and service to others? Interested in an internship with a community based NGO? Looking for an experience to set yourself apart from others? The Marquette University Sibanye Cape Town program (formerly South Africa Service Learning) offers that and more! Located in cosmopolitan Cape Town, South Africa, the Sibanye Cape Town program offers opportunities for you to take courses at the University of Western Cape as well working with local communities and organizations in areas focused on refugees, youth education, community development, women empowerment, race, socioeconomic or gender inequities, sustainable living and more.
Sales Contact Information:
Karlin Webster,
karlin.webster@marquette.edu
414-288-5022
One Earth International Credential Evaluations
Raffle Sponsor
Credential Evaluation
Booth Access
Zoom Link to Virtual Booth: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9610433551
Company Description:
Recognizing past accomplishments to realize future goals, One Earth International Credential Evaluations provides professional, clear and concise assessments of international academic credentials for the purpose of further education, immigration or employment in the United States. Quick turnaround time and friendly, personal communication help ensure a positive process from start to finish.
Sales Contact Information:
Karin Christoph Brown
Executive Director & Senior Evaluator
Phone: 1.608.205.8189
Email: eval@oneearthevaluations.org
Web: www.oneearthevaluations.
PSI Student Insurance
Raffle Sponsor
Insurance
Booth Access
Link to Virtual Booth:
https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3a8beb5a8597fc4e16b5bfca07c85cc3af%40thread.tacv2/1618874319490?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22f6c28134-c02a-43aa-af4c-8331a5215834%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22135c3cf8-6211-47b9-b31a-a910da4f0f2b%22%7d
Company Description:
Since 1996, PSI has been providing low-cost International Student Health Insurance for students studying in the USA. We have plans for F-visas, J-visas, Short-term Groups, OPT, H1B, Dependents, International Student Athletes, and more. There is no minimum enrollment requirement because we aggregate individuals and small groups of students from over 900 institutions spread among all 50 states.
Sales Contact Information:
Chris Wacker
Regional Accounts Director
chris@psiservice.com
1-619-788-2115 (Tel, Text, WhatsApp)
chwacker (WeChat)
Scholaro
Raffle Sponsor
Credential Evaluation
Booth Access
Zoom Link to Virtual Booth:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89263302128?pwd=KzBYMklpeXZzOFg5MGkwZ1cvU3RJdz09
Meeting ID: 892 6330 2128
Passcode: 12345
Company Description:
Founded in 2008, Scholaro Inc. is a U.S. based company that provides full-service international credential evaluation services and easy-to-use software for international admissions and recruiting. We are an endorsed member of the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE) and follow the evaluation standards, first of their kind, promoting consistency and accuracy in credential evaluation. Scholaro is a one-stop source for managing foreign credentials, including language translation, credential evaluation and placement tools. Our international GPA calculator is used by thousands of students and educators across the globe, and our online education database is a valuable resource for hundreds of universities in the U.S.
Sales Contact Information:
Aleks Morawski
Director of Evaluation Services
Tel. 312-757-6133
morawski@scholaro.com
www.scholaro.com
Sprintax
Raffle Sponsor
Taxation
Booth Access
Zoom Link to Virtual Booth: https://zoom.us/j/95662650553?pwd=NWtQdUtlWUJ1anptSkV5eXI0SExCdz09 (Hours: 10:00 am – 12:30 pm)
Meeting ID: 956 6265 0553
Passcode: 655615
Company Description:
US Tax Preparation for Nonresidents. The only online software for non-resident federal tax e-filing and state tax return preparation.
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- Automatic generation of completed tax forms – including Federal, State & FICA tax returns, Form 8843 and ITIN applications.
- Guarantees a maximum legal refund for federal, state & medicare including tax treaty benefits.
- Assists you through the process via a 24/7 Live Chat, Social Media support, e-mail support, FAQ’s and our virtual assistant Stacy.
- Amend your tax return easily online. Save time and stress.
Sales Contact Information:
Neil Duffy,
Associate Vice President
nduffy@sprintax.com
312 887 1343
Elvera King,
Account Manager
eking@sprintax.com
646 687 6831
Study Abroad Association
Raffle Sponsor
Study Abroad
Booth Access
Zoom Link to Virtual Booth: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81480410144?pwd=OWZIQzdSZkpxbDB2WGh0WHdYQjVmZz09
Company Description:
Since 2009, Study Abroad Association has been sharing the same mission of building globally competent students with many educational institutions across the United States.
However, we are aware of the main problems that international education is facing such as the lack of globally infused resources, experience, and accessibility. For this reason, together with our partner institutions, we continuously strive to bring valuable and innovative solutions to the table.
Sales Contact Information:
James Adkins
Director of Partner Outreach and Development
james@studyabroadassociation.
1-443-880-0011
USAC
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Study Abroad
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Zoom Link to Virtual Booth: https://unr.zoom.us/j/4516882586?pwd=emFSbUVNYWNSeHgyRjYvYk1PbWZuUT09
Company Description:
University Studies Abroad Consortium (USAC), a nonprofit, university-based organization, offers affordable, academic and authentic study abroad programs at 50+ locations worldwide. Since 1982, we have provided students with life-changing opportunities to live and learn in countries all around the globe. Each USAC program is designed to help students grow into an engaged citizen of the world—not only through academic experiences, but also through field trips, internships, volunteering, and service learning. USAC also offers online courses and virtual internships, developed during the coronavirus pandemic, to provide a global perspective to every student’s college experience under any circumstances.
Sales Contact Information:
Joel Freeman
joel.freeman@usac.edu
414-214-7353
PSI Student Insurance
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Insurance
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Link to Virtual Booth:
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Company Description:
Since 1996, PSI has been providing low-cost International Student Health Insurance for students studying in the USA. We have plans for F-visas, J-visas, Short-term Groups, OPT, H1B, Dependents, International Student Athletes, and more. There is no minimum enrollment requirement because we aggregate individuals and small groups of students from over 900 institutions spread among all 50 states.
Sales Contact Information:
Chris Wacker
Regional Accounts Director
chris@psiservice.com
1-619-788-2115 (Tel, Text, WhatsApp)
chwacker (WeChat)
Scholaro
Raffle Sponsor
Credential Evaluation
Booth Access
Zoom Link to Virtual Booth:
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Meeting ID: 892 6330 2128
Passcode: 12345
Company Description:
Founded in 2008, Scholaro Inc. is a U.S. based company that provides full-service international credential evaluation services and easy-to-use software for international admissions and recruiting. We are an endorsed member of the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE) and follow the evaluation standards, first of their kind, promoting consistency and accuracy in credential evaluation. Scholaro is a one-stop source for managing foreign credentials, including language translation, credential evaluation and placement tools. Our international GPA calculator is used by thousands of students and educators across the globe, and our online education database is a valuable resource for hundreds of universities in the U.S.
Sales Contact Information:
Aleks Morawski
Director of Evaluation Services
Tel. 312-757-6133
morawski@scholaro.com
www.scholaro.com
Sprintax
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Taxation
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Zoom Link to Virtual Booth: https://zoom.us/j/95662650553?pwd=NWtQdUtlWUJ1anptSkV5eXI0SExCdz09 (Hours: 10:00 am – 12:30 pm)
Meeting ID: 956 6265 0553
Passcode: 655615
Company Description:
US Tax Preparation for Nonresidents. The only online software for non-resident federal tax e-filing and state tax return preparation.
- Now LIVE for Nonresident Federal Tax return e-filing
- Automatic generation of completed tax forms – including Federal, State & FICA tax returns, Form 8843 and ITIN applications.
- Guarantees a maximum legal refund for federal, state & medicare including tax treaty benefits.
- Assists you through the process via a 24/7 Live Chat, Social Media support, e-mail support, FAQ’s and our virtual assistant Stacy.
- Amend your tax return easily online. Save time and stress.
Sales Contact Information:
Neil Duffy,
Associate Vice President
nduffy@sprintax.com
312 887 1343
Elvera King,
Account Manager
eking@sprintax.com
646 687 6831
Study Abroad Association
Raffle Sponsor
Study Abroad
Booth Access
Zoom Link to Virtual Booth: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81480410144?pwd=OWZIQzdSZkpxbDB2WGh0WHdYQjVmZz09
Company Description:
Since 2009, Study Abroad Association has been sharing the same mission of building globally competent students with many educational institutions across the United States.
However, we are aware of the main problems that international education is facing such as the lack of globally infused resources, experience, and accessibility. For this reason, together with our partner institutions, we continuously strive to bring valuable and innovative solutions to the table.
Sales Contact Information:
James Adkins
Director of Partner Outreach and Development
james@studyabroadassociation.
1-443-880-0011
Title IX Services
Raffle Sponsor
Title IX Services
Booth Access
Zoom Link to Virtual Booth:
Company Description:
Sales Contact Information:
USAC
Raffle Sponsor
Study Abroad
Booth Access
Zoom Link to Virtual Booth: https://unr.zoom.us/j/4516882586?pwd=emFSbUVNYWNSeHgyRjYvYk1PbWZuUT09
Company Description:
University Studies Abroad Consortium (USAC), a nonprofit, university-based organization, offers affordable, academic and authentic study abroad programs at 50+ locations worldwide. Since 1982, we have provided students with life-changing opportunities to live and learn in countries all around the globe. Each USAC program is designed to help students grow into an engaged citizen of the world—not only through academic experiences, but also through field trips, internships, volunteering, and service learning. USAC also offers online courses and virtual internships, developed during the coronavirus pandemic, to provide a global perspective to every student’s college experience under any circumstances.
Sales Contact Information:
Joel Freeman
joel.freeman@usac.edu
414-214-7353
Young & Associates
Raffle Sponsor
Taxation
Booth Access
Zoom Link to Virtual Booth:
Company Description:
Sales Contact Information:
Booth Access
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Stay tuned for 2022 WAIE Conference Information in early 2022!
2021 Schedule at a Glance
Thursday Schedule (No session recordings)
| Time | Session |
| 9:15 am – 9:45 am | Newcomers Welcome Session |
| 10:00 am – 10:45 am | General Welcome Session |
| 11:00 am – 11:55 am | Teaching, Learning and Scholarship Roundtable |
| 12:00 pm – 12:55 pm | International Student and Scholar Services Roundtable |
| 1:oo pm – 1:55 pm | Education Abroad Roundtable |
| 2:00 pm – 2:55 pm | Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Roundtable |
| 3:00 pm – 3:55 pm | International Enrollment Management Roundtable |
| 4:00 pm – 4:55 pm | K-12 Roundtable |
| 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm | Happy Hour and International Trivia |
Friday Schedule (includes session recordings)
| Time | Session (Hyperlinked Session Titles will Redirect to YouTube Recordings) |
| 9:00 am – 4:15 pm | Virtual Exhibitor Hall Open: http://waieonline.org/conference/annual-state-conference/#virtualexhibithall Visit the exhibitors in their virtual booth for an Exhibitor “Bingo” (Raffle Entry Form HERE) to enter the 2021 Virtual WAIE Raffle! |
| 9:00 am – 9:45 am: Concurrent session 1 |
Supporting international students via training and workshops for our campus colleagues: presentation and discussion (No recording available) Do it for the “Gram”: marketing and student engagement on Instagram for international educators Everything you need to know about nonresident tax Inside India recruitment: perspectives from an in-country representative and the home office |
| 10:00 am – 10:45 am: Concurrent session 2 |
Opportunities abound! Fulbright awards for faculty, staff, and students (No recording available) Embedding social justice education in international student services (No recording available) Entering the US system as a transfer student: why is it so complicated? |
| 10:45 am – 11:15 am: Designated virtual exhibit hall time |
Visit the exhibitors before, during and after this time for an Exhibitor “Bingo” (Raffle Entry Form HERE) to enter the 2021 Virtual WAIE Raffle! |
| 11:15 am – 12:00 pm: Concurrent session 3 |
CANCELLED: Reframing inclusive practice in education abroad: examples from tribal colleges and universities Immigration updates and when to refer to an immigration lawyer (No recording available) |
| 12:15 pm – 1:00 pm: Keynote speech, Business lunch |
Keynote Speech: “Cultivating equity in international education” |
| 1:15 pm – 2:00 pm: Concurrent session 4 |
Challenging ISSS situations: strategies for success Integrated offices or institutional partners: ISSS collaborations with DEI work (No recording available) Virtual fairs: the good, the bad, and the ugly (No recording available) |
| 2:15 pm – 3:00 pm: Concurrent session 5 |
Advancing EDI through education abroad Engaging the “Zoombies”: challenges, successes & lessons learned in COVID-era international student programming (No recording available) Applying lessons learned from virtual arrival Recruitment and international student enrollment through partnerships and collaboration SEVP Field Representative update (No recording available) |
| 3:00 pm – 3:30 pm: Raffle, designated virtual exhibit hall time |
Complete the Exhibitor “Bingo” Raffle Entry Form before 3:00 pm on Friday, April 30, 2021 to enter the drawing. |
| 3:30 pm – 4:15 pm: Concurrent session 6 |
Restorative justice on-campus through an international lens Sometimes surviving, sometimes thriving: life as a [new] advisor during COVID Agents and misinformation: the truth about Chinese credentials and educational system |