International Education: A Foundational Pillar for Universities

In this episode, Charlie Bankart, the Senior Internationalization Officer at the University of Kansas, discusses the university’s commitment to international education and its role as a foundational pillar for growth and making a difference. He shares insights from their participation in the American Council on Education’s Internationalization Lab and how it has helped them assess their strengths, challenges, and opportunities. Charlie emphasizes the importance of integrating internationalization into the university’s planning and the need for proactive advocacy and collaboration with deans and other departments. 

"I think the question is, is there a university out there that isn’t engaged with the world? Because I think it’s impossible." – Charlie Bankart

He also highlights the practical benefits of international education for enrolment, research, and community engagement.