During the 1992-93 school year more than 425,000 foreign students were studying in the United States. In addition, hundreds of foreign nationals were in the United States as visiting research scholars, lecturers, and professors. Offers a guide to help foreign nationals comply with the tax system while affording them the least possible tax…

A handbook of information for foreign students, visiting scholars, and visiting faculty members is presented by Murray State University (Kentucky). The following topics are covered: academic life, automobiles, the Center for International Programs, child care, credential (transcript) evaluation, emergencies, employment, English language, finances,…

Outlines the challenges families new to America will face and suggests preventative tips and resources for helping them cope. (EV)

One of the richest resources of diversity on a campus is its international community of students and faculty. With careful assessment and sufficient support, this diversity can be opened to inspection and acceptance for the benefit of all involved. (MSE)

This guide enables teachers to address the issues associated with teaching about the world's nearly 15 million refugees. The guide is divided into two sections and intended for use in grades 6-12. The teacher's guide section provides extensive background for teachers seeking a comprehensive understanding of the world of refugees. Statistics,…

This working paper provides suggestions and considerations for anyone contemplating the electronic collection of data on foreign scholars (as distinct from international students). It is noted that, because the Immigration and Naturalization Service requires employment verification and immigration information such as country of citizenship and…

Each year, more than 514,000 international students enroll in United States colleges and universities. This publication is intended to assist these students in the selection of a U.S. two- or four-year educational institution. It gives a breakdown of the different types of institutions and degrees offered, and presents a case for beginning studies…

The discussion guide explores the policy debate over immigration to the United States with regard to economic and quality of life concerns, environmental issues, and ethical considerations. The first article discusses the growing sentiments against immigration while using an historical account of U.S. immigration history and laws. While a…

Increasing numbers of families from foreign countries reside temporarily or permanently in the United States. These "international families" are enrolling infants and toddlers in child care programs. In many such programs, the diversity of countries and languages represented presents a challenge for creating an integrated, cohesive group. To learn…

Provides a rationale for using international applicants for American summer camp positions and summarizes the services of organizations that screen, interview, and orient qualified applicants. Discusses contributions that international staff can make to a camp program with a global perspective and points out staff orientation and other practical…

This reference book responds to the continuing demand from students, overseas educational advisors, U.S. academic advisors, and librarians for an informal resource on grants and fellowships available to foreign nationals from public and private sector organizations. Information from about 5000 surveyed organizations focuses on 600 appropriate…

Guidelines for taking oral histories are presented in this guide. The guide was developed for a project to teach Nicaraguan literacy teachers how to record personal narratives for the purpose of preserving cultural history and heritage. An introductory chapter discusses the distinction and relationship between "testimony," which…

A partial revision of the 1982 manual of U.S. immigration law and regulations pertaining to foreign students and scholars is presented to assist foreign student advisers. This revision resulted from the new regulations of the Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS) concerning F and M students that went into effect August 1, 1983. In addition…

This text gives social workers tools for effective and ethical practice in school settings. Readers learn practical skills for observation, assessment, intervention, and research that will enable them to respond to the needs of diverse students from preschool through the secondary grades. The book presents strategies for dealing with particular…

A manual of U.S. immigration law and regulations pertaining to foreign students and scholars is presented to assist foreign student advisers. Overall topics include nonimmigrant status, student (F) status, exchange visitor (J) status, temporary worker or trainee (H) status, other nonimmigrant classes, and immigrant status. Specific areas include:…