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36th Annual Conference | Virtual | April 7-9, 2021

Each year, the Council on Standards for International Student Exchange (CSIET) brings together representatives from J-1, F-1 and Outbound programs at the secondary level, as well as vendors offering services to these vetted organizations.

CSIET is bringing our conference to you virtually this year! Through our Virtual Attendee Hub, attendees will be given access to our online, virtual platform one week before the conference. Attendees will be able to participate in live stream sessions, visit virtual exhibitor booths, and interact with sponsors, exhibitors, and each other.

With this year’s conference theme ‘Transparency: Together with a Clear Vision’, referencing a Core Value in our Strategic Plan, we endeavor to create a space where attendees engage with one another in furthering the development and education of our young ambassadors.

A Chance to Exchange Knowledge & Shared Practices with Industry Professionals

Be a part of our new virtual conference and engage with conference speakers to discuss prevalent topics that are important to a passionate community of program and high school administrators. Learn from these leaders in high school student programming by attending a series of relevant sessions, including:

  • Cross-cultural Training & Program Advocacy
  • Government Guidance and Updates: Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) & the Student Exchange and Visitor Program (SEVP)
  • CSIET Training: Membership & the Certification Process
  • Program Panels: Discussing ‘Hot Topics’ in the Programming Community
  • Pre-conference Sessions: Companies Offering Services Including, But Not Limited To, Language Testing & Criminal Background Checks

Make Lasting Connections While Networking with the Student Programming Community

Attend virtual happy hours, schedule appointments with other attendees, and visit our virtual trade show. Network with representatives from:

  • U.S-Based Student Programs
  • International Agencies
  • U.S.-Based High Schools
  • Companies Offering Beneficial Services for Student Programming
Special Thanks to our 2021 Annual Conference Planning Committee. We truly appreciate their valuable contributions in helping plan our event!
  • Amy Ballard, Youth for Understanding (YFU)
  • Alix Nathan, Education Travel & Culture
  • Nina Slupphaug, STS Education
  • Luiz Marzullo, International Cultural Exchange Services (ICES)
  • Theresa Nelson, STS Foundation
  • Kari Owens, International Cultural Exchange Services (ICES)

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