Webinar: EducationUSA Canada Virtual Fair by EducationUSA Canada

About This Webinar

Learn about 32 different U.S. universities!

The day will begin with a presentation on U.S. undergraduate admissions by EducationUSA adviser Jenika Heim (9:30-10:00 am). Then, every 15 minutes, a U.S. admissions officer will give information about their university including majors, athletics, special programs, campus amenities, work/internship opportunities, admissions procedures, and more!

AGENDA (times are in Eastern Time):
9:30 - "The U.S. Admissions Process," EducationUSA
10:00 - California State University, San Bernardino
10:15 - Wake Forest University
10:30 - Brooklyn College, City University of New York
10:45 - New College of Florida
11:00 - University of Kentucky
11:15 - La Roche University
11:30 - Rochester Institute of Technology
11:45 - Miami University (OH)
12:00 - University of Iowa
12:15 - University of Toledo
12:30 - Methodist University
12:45 - University of Rhode Island
1:00 - Saginaw Valley State University
1:15 - Chatham University
1:30 - Trinity College
1:45 - University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign
2:00 - The University of Arizona
2:15 - University of Oregon
2:30 - Santa Clara University
2:45 - University of Northern Iowa
3:00 - John Jay College of Criminal Justice
3:15 - Bowling Green State University
3:30 - Temple University
3:45 - Penn State University
4:00 - Central Washington University
4:15 - Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
4:30 - Nova Southeastern University
4:45 - University of Notre Dame
5:00 - St. Cloud State University
5:15 - Northwest Missouri State University
5:30 - Western New England University
5:45 - Indiana Institute of Technology

Jenika Heim

EducationUSA adviser Canada

EducationUSA is a U.S. Department of State network of over 400 international student advising centers in more than 170 countries. The network promotes U.S. higher education to students around the world by offering accurate, comprehensive, and current information about opportunities to study at accredited post-secondary institutions in the United States.

Bowling Green State University

Can Erdogmus, International Student Recruiter and Advisor

Bowling Green State University (BGSU) is a comprehensive state public research university located in Bowling Green, Ohio. Founded in 1910, BGSU is a Top Tier Public University with 200 majors(including unique programs in Criminal Justice/Forensics, Architecture as well as Aviation), Internship Guarantee programs, and Division I sports including Ice Hockey.

California State University, San Bernardino

Rebecca Kehe, International Admissions and Recruitment Specialist

What you achieve tomorrow is shaped by all you accomplish today. At CSUSB, we prepare our students using active learning, dynamic experiences, superior programs and an inclusive environment to take on some of the world’s toughest challenges. The university serves more than 20,000 students each year, over 900 of which are international students

Central Washington University

Stacy Soderstrom, Assistant Director International Student & Scholar Services

Central Washington University, a public university located 90 km from Seattle, offers 135 undergraduate and 30 master’s degree programs, including Business, Music, Geology, and Education. CWU currently hosts international students from 66 countries, including Canada. CWU has a strong focus on hands-on learning through research, internships and small class size.

Chatham University

Alyssa Bixby, Assistant Director of International Admissions

Chatham University welcomes international students into its over 60 undergraduate majors and masters and doctoral degrees in sustainability and health; business and communications; and the arts and sciences. Students receive a world-class liberal arts education in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania—a dynamic, safe city.

CUNY- Brooklyn College

Keisha Wilson, Director of International Student Service and Graduate Admissions

Brooklyn College provides a transformative, distinctive, and affordable education to students from all backgrounds. We are proud of our history of intellectual freedom and academic excellence, as well as our location in a borough known for innovation, culture, and the arts. We have a special commitment to educate immigrants and first-generation college students from the diverse communities that make up our city and state.

Indiana Institute of Technology

Abigail Miller, International Admissions Counselor

Indiana Tech is a private, non-profit, 4-year university in Fort Wayne Indiana. Over time, we have become one of strongest universities in the Midwest region. We have 6 colleges and schools at Indiana Tech, these include: College of Business, College of Engineering, College of General Studies, School of Computer Science, and the Center for Criminal Justice.

John Jay College of Criminal Justice/City University of New York

Colin A. Wiggins, International Admission Specialist

John Jay College is a community of motivated and intellectually committed individuals who explore justice in its many dimensions.

La Roche University

Michael Bauer, Director of International Admission

A private, Catholic, co-educational college north of Pittsburgh founded by the Sisters of Divine Providence in 1963, La Roche welcomes students of all religions, ethnic origins and talents. Undergraduates may choose from more than 50 majors, including the top 10 majors most in demand among today’s college students. La Roche combines a quality educational experience with clubs, athletics, social and community volunteer activities, spiritual well-being and more to prepare students for life in a constantly changing global society.

Methodist University

Minnu Paul, Director of International Recruitment

It is a 2400 student body experiential learning based college with more than 80 programs in the field of science, commerce and arts. Majors and development programs at the university are specialized and professionally focused. Our robust career services has placed students in internships at institutions such as UN, Duke University and Yale University. In addition, our students have graduated and started working for companies such as Kelloggs, Amazon and Duke Energy. Come learn about out academic, social and scholarship opportunities at MU!

Miami University

Mindy Yiu, Associate Director for International Enrollment

Miami University, established in 1809, is located in Oxford, Ohio. Ranked among the top 50 national public universities by U.S. News & World Report, Miami is recognized as one of the nation's most outstanding undergraduate institutions. With a student body of nearly 19,000, Miami effectively combines a wide range of strong academic programs with the personal attention ordinarily found only at much smaller institutions.

New College of Florida

Tiffany Washington, Manager of International and Graduate Enrollment

As the State of Florida’s legislatively-designated “honors college for the liberal arts,” and with its 10:1 student to faculty ratio, New College offers a personal and collaborative learning environment. Faculty and students engage in in-depth exploration of ideas and subject matter, and students have the freedom to chart their own academic course. NCF is located in beautiful Sarasota, Florida, with a vibrant music and art community and home of the best beaches, according to Money Magazine.

Northwest Missouri State University

Dr. Phil Hull, Director of International Center

Originally established in 1905, Northwest Missouri State University is a public, four-year regional university. Northwest has over 130 undergraduate and 40 Graduate programs. Recently named #1 Safest University in Missouri, Northwest boasts small class sizes, personal attention from faculty and staff, and excellent career placement. With an all-inclusive cost of $27,000 USD, Northwest prides itself on offering a quality education at low cost. Northwest offers scholarships to ALL qualified international students to help reduce the cost of undergraduate attendance to as low as $16,200.

Nova Southeastern University- Florida

Mirela Batista, Admissions Counselor

Located in beautiful Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Nova Southeastern University is a dynamic research institution dedicated to providing high-quality educational programs at the undergraduate, graduate, and first-professional degree levels. NSU has earned an exemplary reputation for its innovative academic and interdisciplinary research offerings, making discoveries and producing new knowledge in health care, biotechnology, life sciences, environment and social sciences.

The Pennsylvania State University -- Penn State

Mary Adams, Associate Director

Penn State is a large, comprehensive, research university with 24 campuses and over 275 baccalaureate degree programs.

Rochester Institute of Technology

Mark Muenzer, Sr. Associate Director of Undergraduate Admissions

RIT is a private research university in Rochester, NY and is internationally known for its science, computer, engineering, art, design, photography, film and cooperative education (co-op) programs. RIT is also home to the National Technical Institute for the Deaf. The student population is approx 19,000 including RIT campuses in Croatia, Kosovo, UAE and China.

Saginaw Valley State University

Jenna Briggs, Senior Director, International and Graduate Studies

Nationally ranked public mid-sized university set in a suburban setting. Large enough to compete globally, small enough that the professors know your name.

Santa Clara University

A.J. Williams, Senior Associate Director

Santa Clara University is a medium-sized, comprehensive national institution located in the heart of Silicon Valley. Founded and rooted in the Jesuit Catholic tradition of educating the whole person, it is the oldest institution of higher learning in California.

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

Sierra Bell, International Recruiter and Admissions Coordinator

SRU has 8,800 students and is a welcoming college town 60 miles north of Pittsburgh, the second largest city in the state. Undergraduate students are eligible for reduced tuition and scholarship. Rock Solid academics. A classic residential campus. An affordable life-long value. Committed faculty. A once in a lifetime experience.

St. Cloud State University

Elizabeth Valencia-Borgert, Director, Community and International Outreach

At St. Cloud State University, we assist students in finding opportunities to explore ideas, seek out unique perspectives and embrace new challenges while earning a exceptional education. We have more than 200 undergraduate programs of study and more than 60 graduate programs, holding nearly every available national accreditation

Temple University

Claire Wilkins, Director of International Admissions

Large public research university located in Philadelphia. Over 150 Majors. Division 1. Top 50 Public Schools Among US National Universities and top 100 Best Valued Schools Among National Universities. Global university with campus in three countries (USA, Italy, Japan). Test Flexible and Test Optional admissions policies.

About me: As a Canadian who studied abroad for university myself, I'm excited to have the chance to share some information about Temple University with you!

Trinity College

Lukman Arsalan, Director of Global Enrollment and Student Success

We’re a preeminent New England liberal arts college, but you’ll find us in an urban setting. We’re nearly 200 years old, but we provide an education that is both relevant and timeless. We were founded in the Episcopal tradition, but we’re rooted in principles of religious and academic freedom.

The University of Arizona

Valeria Quijada, Global Enrollment Counselor US & Canada

The University of Arizona is a top 100 global university and is home to a diverse student body from more than 120 countries. UArizona offers more than 300 academic programs at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, along with 600 clubs and organizations to enhance the curricular experience for students.

University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign

Jess Strong, International Recruitment Coordinator

The University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign is a large, public, tier I research institution with 150 majors for undergraduates in 12 academic colleges and communities. Illinois always been leading the way in research and innovation and we offer a variety of majors, but we are most well-known for our Grainger College of Engineering, Gies College of Business, and our College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.

University of Iowa

Becky Hanson, Associate Director International Outreach

The University of Iowa is a Tier-1 public research university located in America’s best college town and ranked among the top 1% of universities worldwide. Faculty from all over the world gather at Iowa to pursue groundbreaking research and create powerful works of art. We’re here to help you succeed.

University of Kentucky

Rachel Williams, International Representative

The University of Kentucky (UK) is a leading public research university with over 200 academic programs available to students. UK remains one of the most affordable major universities in the United States and is nationally and internationally ranked in a number of programs.

University of Northern Iowa

Kristi Marchesani, Director of International Admissions

UNI is a comprehensive public university with 11,000 students representing over 60 countries. UNI offers 90 undergraduate majors and 50 graduate programs. When considering the low cost of tuition and living, and the high quality of education received, UNI is considered one of the top values for education in the U.S.

University of Notre Dame

Shannon Kelly, Senior Assistant Director of Admissions

At Notre Dame, your journey is about knowledge and faith. You will learn humility and gain confidence as you seek to better yourself and the world around you. In the classroom, your professors will inspire you. In your residence hall, you will find a family who will walk through each step of your Notre Dame journey with you and who will be there for you long after your paths diverge. Welcome to Notre Dame!! GO IRISH!

University of Oregon

Maria Carvalho, Assistant Director for International Recruitment

At the University of Oregon, you’ll be welcomed into a community of student and faculty scholars who embrace new ideas and the differences among us. You’ll find that many of our 240 academic programs are ranked among the best in the world, with several among the top ten in the nation. You’ll make strong connections in the Eugene community, a true college town with citizens who celebrate UO student success in classrooms and on athletic fields. You’ll discover that “green” is part of our DNA—you’ll study and live among true environmental leaders and be inspired to take action yourself.

The University of Rhode Island

Bo Gillie, International Admission Coordinator

The University of Rhode Island is the State's flagship research institution. A medium-size institution of 14,500 undergraduate students, located between New York and Boston (10 minutes from the scenic New England coastline) URI boast over 80 majors in Arts and Science, Pharmacy, Environment and Life Sciences, Nursing, Health Sciences, Engineering, and Business.

University of Toledo

Joe Guziolek, Assistant Director

UToledo offers 200+ undergraduate programs. Some nationally ranked programs include business, engineering, law, and occupational therapy. UToledo has researchers working at all levels, from undergraduates to faculty, toward our mission of improving the human condition. Whether your interest is diabetes, performance management, bio-fuels, or Shakespeare, we welcome you to join us in research.

Wake Forest University

Niki McInteer, Associate Dean of Admissions

Wake Forest is a liberal arts university in NC with 5,500 undergraduates. Students enjoy a beautiful campus, abundant abroad programs, our Wake Washington and Wake West programs, and our Wake Downtown, which is where our new Engineering program is housed.

Western New England University

Rachael Lamson, Associate Director of International Admissions

Based in Springfield, Massachusetts, Western New England University offers over 50 undergraduate and postgraduate programs though our Colleges of Arts and Sciences, Business, Engineering, Pharmacy and our School of Law. We're known for our small class sizes, personalized attention, excellent geographic location, and commitment to preparing students for their careers.