Author: robin.mclay

By Yang Song and Liang Cheng In April 2025, Harvard University took an unprecedented and principled stand by refusing to comply with a sweeping set of mandates issued by the Trump administration. These demands, tied to billions in federal funding, included eliminating diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs, conducting ideological audits of faculty, enforcing new… Continue reading Harvard’s Stand: A Defining Moment for Academic Freedom and Institutional Autonomy

By Yang Song, Liang Cheng and Rob McLay As economies become more dynamic, diverse, and driven by digital developments, the gap between higher education offerings and labour market needs has become increasingly evident and urgent. Although governments are still investing independently in both sectors, there’s a rising acknowledgment that isolated policies can no longer adequately… Continue reading Bridging the Divide: Why Higher Education and Labour Market Policies Must Work Together

By Yang Song, Liang Cheng and Rob McLay

By Liang Cheng and Yang Song Introduction: A Changing Global Education Landscape For decades, international students have viewed the United States as a premier destination for academic excellence, research innovation, and professional opportunity. U.S. universities—bolstered by globally recognized faculty, top-tier facilities, and robust graduate pathways—have long attracted students from every continent. However, in recent years,… Continue reading Shifting Currents: Understanding the Decline in International Student Enrollment at U.S. Universities

By: Liang Cheng and Xiaodong Wu As the global workforce undergoes rapid transformation, universities are challenged to rethink their traditional structures and approaches. Once viewed as the gateway to career success, higher education institutions must now confront a stark reality: the skills they historically prioritized may no longer suffice. From automation and AI to sustainability… Continue reading Universities and the Future of Work: A Call for Bold Adaptation

By Xiaodong Wu Several Canadian institutions have reported significant upticks in interest from U.S. applicants:​ In recent years, Canadian universities have seen a noticeable increase in applications from American students. While Canada has long been an attractive destination for international learners, shifting social, political, and economic dynamics in the United States are now prompting more… Continue reading The Surge in U.S. Applications to Canadian Universities

By the Global Nexus Education Team The landscape of higher education in the United States is undergoing significant and, in many cases, concerning transformations. Both international and domestic student enrollments are experiencing sustained shifts—particularly downward in many regions and demographics—raising pressing questions for policymakers, institutional leaders, and global education partners. At Global Nexus Education Group,… Continue reading Navigating the Shifting Tides of U.S. University Enrollments: Focus on the Declines

By Xiaodong Wu, Yang Song and Liang Cheng In the last two decades, China has transformed from a peripheral player in the global education arena to an emerging powerhouse. Once viewed primarily as a country that sent its brightest minds to study abroad, China is now increasingly seen as a destination for international students seeking… Continue reading China’s Global Rise in International Higher Education: A Strategic Shift

By Global Nexus Education Group At Global Nexus Education Group, we deeply value the transformative power of education and are committed to empowering Indigenous students to make informed, meaningful choices about their educational journeys and career pathways. By offering relevant insights and comprehensive support, we aim to help Indigenous learners overcome systemic barriers and realize… Continue reading Supporting Indigenous Success in Higher Education: Insights and Opportunities in Canada

by Yang Song, Global Nexus Education Indian students have long been among the most mobile international student populations worldwide. In recent years, they’ve driven record enrolments in countries such as Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia. However, in a surprising turn of events, the number of Indian students pursuing higher education abroad… Continue reading Global Shifts in Student Mobility: Why Indian Enrolment Abroad Is Declining—Especially in North America