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Bills Target Academic Espionage
Congress is paying increasing attention to risk of foreign actors stealing American research. Two new bills take very different approaches to addressing the threat -- and universities much prefer one approach over the other.
More American Colleges Turn to Chinese Admissions Test
More colleges begin accepting gaokao scores from mainland Chinese students in lieu of other standardized tests.
China Issues Warning to U.S.-Bound Students
China's Ministry of Education warns students of the risk of visa problems if they come to the U.S.
Recruiting International Students -- Locally
At NAFSA: Association of International Educators conference, session focuses on opportunities to recruit international students who are already in the U.S. for high school or short-term programs.
The Execution of Mujtaba al-Sweikat
A Saudi student who gained admission to Western Michigan University was beheaded last week for charges associated with his participation in a pro-democracy protest.
Stealing Innovation
FBI director addresses efforts by China to steal academic research and technology. Higher ed groups say they're taking the issue seriously.
New Concerns on International Enrollments
Student numbers in U.S. decline; reports grow on visa delays.
Science vs. Security
Over past 18 months, the White House, federal agencies and Congress have all signaled concerns about theft of sensitive academic research by foreign competitors. Here's what's been happening.