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Programme Updates


We are working towards releasing the full HUI programme in early March.

 

Confirmed Session Titles & Presenters:


More sessions will be added in the lead up to the HUI.


Leadership and Strategy Sessions
  • Leading with Insight – How Psychometric Profiling Transforms Personal and Professional Growth in Education. Marina Shearer – PROFILE Coaching Ltd.

  • From Silo to System: A 4C Ecosystem Approach to Embedding International Education in School Practice. Dr Colin Kennedy - Creative HQ.

  • International Students and the Law. Tim Conder – Holland Beckett Law.

 

Recruitment & Marketing
  • What Does Generative AI Say About Your School? Dr Pii-Tuulia Nikula - Eastern Institute of Technology.

  • Partnering with Agents for Success. Dr Pii-Tuulia Nikula – Eastern Institute of Technology.

  • The China Student Journey: A Complete Strategy from Awareness to Enrolment. Professor Nicolas Chu - Sinorbis.

  • What Matters When Families Enquire: Global Insights from the Enquiry Experience Benchmark. Hayley Shields. Carly Puncher - Edified.

  • Strengthening Connections: Collaborative Experiences in Kiwi Edlink Schools. Anne Henwood – Rosehill College. Clare Leon-Brown – Mount Albert Grammar School. Dr Paul Crowhurst & Rebecca Johnstone – Glendowie College.

  • Agent Engagement & Market Development. Giuliana Silveria – SIEBA.  

  • Friend Raising: Developing Lasting Relationships with Agents. Chris Klaassen – Avondale College.

  • Planning a Famil. Jennifer Kirkham & Giuliana Silveria – SIEBA.

  • Boosting Your Return on Investment from Agent Workshops. Samantha Sequiera – Study Travel Network. 

 

Academic, Enrolment, English Language & Pathways
  • Safeguarding Your School’s Reputation: Rethinking International Student Readiness in the Co‑requisite Era. Tracey O’Halloran & Brett McGeorge - AEAS

  • Drama for Deeper Learning: Unlocking Voice and Confidence in International Students. Dr Patrick Pheasant - LanguageCert.

  • Preparing International Students for Success: A Successful Australian Model. David Ferguson – John Paul College Queensland, Australia.

  • Tertiary Pathways for International Students: Meeting Academic and English Language Need. Kim Wall - LENZ.

 

Sessions for Primary & Intermediate Schools
  • Bridging the Gap: Understanding Chinese Students Through Cultural and Educational Contexts. Helen He - Greenbay Primary School.

  • Learning Under One Sky Practical Strategies for Teaching International Learners. Dr Judith Anthony – Aidanfield Christain School.

  • Now You’re a Signatory: Starting your International Education Journey with Confidence.

  • Beyond Compliance: Strengthening Pastoral Care for International Students in Primary and Intermediate Schools.

  • Admission Processes: Weaving It All Together.

 

Pastoral Care & Wellbeing Sessions
  • Beyond Rainbow Flags: Duty of Care for International LGBTIQA+ Students. Dr Patrick Pheasant - LanguageCert.

  • Beyond Welcome: Building Belonging for International Students. Caroline Black - Grow Daily.

  • Protecting What Matters Most: Your Attention and Connection. Dr Denise Quinlan.

 

Good Practice Sessions
  • Global Competence in International Education. Carla Rey Vasquez. Marcela Lapertosa & Fran Baxter. Value Learning

  • Finance Matters: Strengthening Your Department’s Financial Performance. Cheryl English – Shirley Boys High School, Avonside Girls High School & President of the School Business Managers Association. Leanne Reynolds – Rototuna Junior High School.

  • From Coverage to Care: Safeguarding the Wellbeing of Your International Students. Dominique Trueman & Alex Kotiah - StudentSafe.

  • Self-Review. Jennifer Kirkham – SIEBA.

  • Procedures & Scenarios. Jennifer Kirkham – SIEBA.

  • Brace for Impact: Critical Incident Management. Myles Noble – Uni-Care Insurance. John van der Zwan – SIEBA.

 

Accommodation Sessions
  • There Is Someone New in My Family: Engaging Young Siblings in Cultural Learning. Carla Rey Vasquez. Marcela Lapertosa & Fran Baxter - Value Learning.

  • Homestays Made Simple: Managing Accommodation in eSchool. Jane Thomas & Toni Richardson - eSchool.

  • Training & Cultural Support: Preparing Host Families and Knowing Your Student.

  • Setting Expectations & Designing Student‑Centred Experiences (Homestay Unicorns)

  • Accommodation Agencies – Good Practice Framework

  • Accommodation: Good Practice & Sharing Session.

  • International Students in Boarding Hostels: Good Practice & Sharing Session.

  • Boarding Hostels and International Students: Legalities, Compliance & Frameworks Tim Conder – Holland Beckett Law.