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Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella emphasizes the importance of empathy in leadership, citing its impact on innovation and teamwork

The student advising conversation has changed, with parents now asking about the return on investment, relevance, and potential obsolescence of degrees due to artificial intelligence

IDP reports a 9% fall in revenue and a 27% decline in student placement numbers, but remains optimistic about its future prospects

The UK's higher education sector is facing increasing pressure to maintain its competitive position in the international student recruitment market, with changing student demands and rising competition from other regions.

Taiwan's foreign student enrolment has reached an all-time high, driven by a significant increase in students from Vietnam.

A recent survey of education agents reveals that visa uncertainty is driving away genuine and well-qualified students from studying abroad, with affordability, post-study work opportunities, and visa certainty becoming increasingly important factors in their decision-making process.

Three leading universities are equipping students with the skills to bridge technical expertise and leadership, preparing them to drive innovation in technology-driven industries.

A coalition of international education, labour unions, universities, and media organizations has filed a lawsuit against the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) over a new rule that imposes fixed time limits on study visas, arguing it violates the Administrative Procedure Act and threatens the US's competitiveness as a study destination.

South Korea's rapid growth in foreign student numbers has led to a focus on programme and service design to help visiting students integrate into Korean society and the economy.

Changes to US immigration policy may lead to decreased international student enrollment and revenue risks for some institutions, according to a recent statement from Fitch.

A group of Sudanese students affected by the UK government's study visa 'brake' are preparing to appeal after the High Court ruled in favour of Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood.

The UK higher education sector is remembering Mark Garratt, a higher education marketing and recruitment professional who passed away on his 61st birthday after a short illness.

Crizac has agreed to acquire Inova Consultancy Limited, known as Inova Education, to expand its student recruitment operations in Mexico and Europe. The deal includes Inova's recruitment platform, university partnerships, and business infrastructure, marking Crizac's entry into the Netherlands as a destination market. The acquisition aligns with Crizac's strategy to invest in quality partnerships and international growth, following its previous acquisition of Studies Planet in 2025.