Mental and emotional wellbeing is just as important as academic progress
Bringing together the best minds will have an enormous academic impact but the social effect is equally important
Bringing together the best minds will have an enormous academic impact but the social effect is equally important
Interventions to build support systems for international students in Australia need to be “urgently explored”, according to a new study.
Universities Canada has expressed concern over news that international students are dying of overdoses in British Columbia and has called for additional funding.
Record numbers of students reported symptoms of anxiety and depression during the pandemic, but mental health experts have cautioned that scores more also suffering, yet not seeking treatment or accessing resources. Maureen Manning finds out more.
In recent years, international students have placed safety as a top priority when choosing where to study. There are now warnings that the US Supreme Court's overturning of Roe v. Wade could push students away from red states.
Sector stakeholders in Australia and New Zealand are working on initiatives aiming to assist international students manage wellbeing concerns.
A recent survey across some major international education destinations has revealed that Covid-19 has exacted a huge toll on students.
Allianz Partners Australia has launched mental wellbeing app with its strategic partner Uprise for its international student health coverage policyholders.