International Students from Asia in Canadian Universities: Institutional Challenges at the Intersection of Internationalization, Racialization and Inclusion

This book explores how the recruitment and retention of Asian international students in Canadian universities intersects with other institutional priorities,such as internationalization and anti-racism. It offers new conceptualizations and theoretical perspectives on topics such as international students experiences and understandings of race and racism,institutional discourse and narratives on Asian international students,comparisons with other university priorities,cross-national comparisons,best practices,and recent developments linked to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Format: Hardback
Length: 296 pages
Publication date: 31 July 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This book delves into the intricate interplay between the recruitment and retention of Asian international students in Canadian universities and other institutional priorities. In response to the growing demand for fresh insights and perspectives on the mechanisms adopted by Canadian universities to facilitate the academic and social integration of Asian international students, it conducts a critical examination of the challenges at the intersection of two institutional priorities: internationalization and anti-racism. This analysis holds particular significance for the Asian international student community, as they are known to face invisible forms of discrimination and differential treatment within Canadian post-secondary education institutions.

The authors present novel conceptualizations and theoretical frameworks to explore various aspects of international students' experiences and understandings of race and racism. They compare and contrast these experiences with domestic students and/or non-Asian students, examine institutional discourse and narratives surrounding Asian international students, and explore comparisons with other university priorities. Additionally, the book conducts cross-national comparisons to shed light on best practices and recent developments related to the COVID-19 pandemic.

By focusing on the institutional strategies of Canadian universities rather than solely on the student experience, this book offers a comprehensive examination of institutional responses and initiatives. It identifies similarities and differences across the country, compares them within the broader context of university priorities, and provides valuable opportunities for Canadian universities to learn from each other in enhancing the integration of Asian international students and other diverse groups into their student bodies.

This book will appeal to a wide range of scholars, researchers, and educators with interests in higher education, international education, and race and ethnicity. It contributes to the ongoing discourse on the experiences and challenges faced by international students in Canadian universities and offers valuable insights for policymakers, educators, and practitioners working in the field.

Weight: 453g
Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032360065