Spring 2013 Fair Series

In Latin America, IIE will be organizing its first themed fair series targeting students interested in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) fields. These fields are among the top 5 most sought after mayors in this region.

As theme-specific fairs are not generally available in Latin America, they offer a unique opportunity to universities and students to obtain specialized knowledge and information in these important fields.

According to IIE’s publication Open Doors, 41% of international students are studying STEM fields. Mexico and Brazil are among the top 15 countries of origin for international students enrolled in STEM degrees.

• The FAUBAI Conference in Natal, Brazil is an optional and independent event. FAUBAI will have its annual meeting on May 1st and 2nd, 2013. It will bring together more than 200 Brazilian university representatives from international offices to discuss student mobility to and from Brazil. This year, FAUBAI is planning to have an event where U.S. universities that come in IIE's fair circuit will have tables to discuss how to foster cooperation among the two countries with Brazilian universities. Brazilian government will be also present so interaction with official representatives will be possible. For more info, please visit http://www.faubai.org.br/en/index.php.