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Embracing the Change: Life in the United States
Deborah Deperio |
It takes a lot of courage to start over in a new country. But you might not always feel brave. Processing your emotions is a normal part of the immigration journey, and you are not alone. Please enjoy the following guest blog post by WES Ambassador Deborah Deperio. Deborah shares a personal story of immigrating […]
Leverage Your International Training and Skills in Your U.S. Job Search
Nadine C. Atkinson-Flowers |
So, you have arrived in the United States and now need employment. But you feel intimidated because you do not have work experience in the U.S. Remember that your international professional experience is valuable in your new home country—you just need to think strategically about how to leverage it. You will need to know how […]
Take Your Career to the Next Level: A Newcomer’s Guide to Professional Success
Kerri Brock |
How can newcomers move forward with their careers once they arrive in the United States or Canada? There isn’t just one secret to success that fits every immigrant. Professional success is achieved through a series of strategies, actions, and tools. As an experienced career development specialist, Kerri Brock help individuals advance in their careers. In […]
Expanding Your Comfort Zone as an International Student
Hussam Eldib |
What does it mean when someone says to “leave your comfort zone”? When someone is in their “comfort zone,” it means that their conditions that are familiar, their challenges are not too difficult, or their experiences are always within their control. When you are in your comfort zone, you will likely experience less stress and […]
Answers to Your Indian Credential Evaluation Questions
Justine D'Souza |
Getting your credentials evaluated is an important part of migrating from India to the United States or Canada. To complete the process as easily as possible with World Education Services (WES), you must carefully follow all of the instructions during the application process. However, if you still have questions, this blog post might offer some […]
How Boise and Its Partners Are Using Their Career Pathways Grant
Global Talent, an organization based in Boise, Idaho that helps college-educated immigrants and refugees connect with professional roles in the U.S., was recently awarded a three-year Refugee Career Pathways grant through the Office of Refugee Resettlement. Building on a regional partnership cultivated through the WES Global Talent Bridge National Skilled Immigrant Integration Program, this grant […]
Eliminating Barriers to Education for Refugees: Fanshawe College
Anne Greenwood |
Fanshawe College in London, Ontario is one of Ontario’s largest colleges. The college provides “flexible learning arrangements and experiential education opportunities” to ensure students are prepared for an ever-shifting labour market. In 2015, as Syrian refugees began arriving in Canada, Fanshawe saw a similar influx in their admission offices: “each of our admissions advisors was […]
Modify Your Order: Add or Remove a Credential
Justine D'Souza |
For any variety of reasons, sometimes the person requesting a credential evaluation will need to modify the order after the process has already started. Should you find yourself in that situation, here are the steps to follow if you need to add or remove a credential from your order. The final decision, however, lies with […]
Effects of a U.S. Government Shutdown on Immigration
Lucy Cheung |
On December 22, 2018, the United States federal government went into a partial shutdown. It lasted 35 days. This was because President Donald Trump and Congress could not agree on border security funding. The president’s insistence on $5.7 billion in funding to build a border wall along the U.S. southern border—funding that Congress would not […]
Updated for 2019: Preparing for the F-1 Visa Interview
WES Advisor |
The F-1 student visa interview can be an intimidating experience. Not only do you have to be prepared with the required documentation and receipts, you also need to be ready to answer questions regarding your future plans and motivation behind studying in the U.S. You can prepare for the F-1 visa interview by getting a […]
What Is a Good GRE Score?
WES Advisor |
If you are planning to go to graduate school in the U.S., you may be required to take the Graduate Record Exam (GRE). The GRE is an exam that evaluates your ability to succeed at graduate school. Although not all graduate schools and programs use the GRE as an admissions factor, for those that do, an […]
Keys to Success for International Students in the U.S.
Yetunde Oshinkale |
More students than ever are leaving their home countries to pursue or continue their higher education. According to data from UNESCO, in 2016 more than 4.8 million students crossed an international border to pursue their study goals. Yet many who go to North America—particularly the United States—remain unaware of the three keys that can unlock […]