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10 Essential Tips for Career Success

WES Global Talent Bridge | April 19, 2017

Establishing yourself professionally in a new country can take time. As a newcomer, you might face challenging obstacles (even if you have a lot of experience from your home country). Although many factors are out of your control, you can take charge of your situation and help ensure career success. Start with these 10 professional […]

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WES Credential Evaluations for Russian Students

Lily Jandreska | April 18, 2017

The estimated population of Russia is 142 million. With a literacy rate of 98 percent, Russia is one of the most educated countries in Western Europe. In this post, we will review the structure of Russian education and how Russian students translate their education to North American education standards through a credential evaluation. The official […]

Spotlight on Success: Manjushree Thapa (Part 2)

Gelek Badheytsang | April 5, 2017

[This is continued from Part 1 of Manjushree Thapa’s interview.] This is such a clichéd question, but has the proliferation of social media opened up more opportunities for writers? It has created a lot of platforms, so I think it is actually a good time to be a beginner writer. I think, in terms of making […]

5 Tips for Finding a Job After College

Kaitlin Ramby | March 31, 2017

Searching for a job can be an intimidating experience, especially when you are going through the process in a foreign country where there are different employment rules and customs. Although securing a job you love may not be easy, we have tips that will help increase your chances of finding a job after college. Read […]

Spotlight on Success: Manjushree Thapa (Part 1)

Gelek Badheytsang | March 27, 2017

I first learned of Manjushree Thapa’s work in 2015 when I was finishing up my trip in Nepal. Her book, Forget Kathmandu: An Elegy for Democracy, was on my friend’s bookshelf, and I was immediately gripped by its unflinching, wry, and humane examination of Nepal’s history and present-day predicaments. I finished reading the book in […]

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Life as an International Student in San Francisco

Sara Varela-Acevedo | March 22, 2017

We recently spoke with WES expert ambassador Sara Varela-Acevedo who handles international admission at the University of San Francisco. She had many insights to share with international students about academics, student visas, housing, and life in San Francisco in general. Read on to get her thoughts. What is life like for an international student in San Francisco? Life in […]

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What You Should Know About Undergraduate Research Projects

Trishnee Bhurosy | March 20, 2017

Getting involved early in research projects as an undergraduate student brought me numerous benefits and taught me how to value research. It was not until my third year in college that I worked in a research position, and the whole process was eye-opening. If you are an undergraduate student wanting to discover research opportunities, read […]

Spotlight on Success: Mariami Lolashvili

Lily Jandreska | March 16, 2017

Our new Spotlight on Success is on Mariami Lolashvili, a recent immigrant from Tbilisi, Georgia. She came to the U.S. four years ago after graduating in Norway and shortly after moving to New York, she received an offer to work with World Education Services (WES). In this article, Mariami shares her inspiring story of integration […]

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5 Reasons to Consider Working at a Non-Profit

Gelek Badheytsang | March 13, 2017

One of the defining qualities of being a Canadian is giving back to the community. Whether that community is your neighbourhood, your faith or cultural group, or an issue you care about, the desire to help others brings people who share similar values and interests together. The non-profit sector in Canada and the United States is a product of […]

Where to Travel on Vacation in the U.S.

Kaitlin Ramby | March 10, 2017

Spring and summer breaks provide great opportunities to take a vacation. But you do not have to travel abroad to enjoy your time off. The U.S. is a large and diverse country and there are many places to explore for students who do not want to venture too far for their holiday destinations. Here we […]

Studying in the U.S. as a Science Master’s Student

Anmol Vohra | March 2, 2017

We recently asked our student ambassador, Anmol Vohra, a few questions about her experience as an international student in the U.S. Read on to get her thoughts on studying in San Francisco, her science master’s program, and more. What made you want to earn your degree in the U.S.? I am currently pursuing my professional […]

Choosing the Right College for You

Kaitlin Ramby | February 28, 2017

Earning a degree in the U.S. or Canada as an international student is the result of many months—if not years—of preparation. With thousands of schools to choose from in both countries, choosing a college that is right for you may be daunting. In this post, we discuss five crucial considerations to think about to simplify […]

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