2026 International ACAC Conference Session Proposal Form

Ongoing policy shifts and political uncertainty in the United States continue to reshape the global higher education landscape. As international student mobility patterns evolve, institutions around the world are feeling the ripple effects of changes in U.S. immigration policy, funding priorities, recruitment practices, and student sentiment. Join Duolingo’s Head of Government Affairs, Ed Fu, alongside university leaders from the UK and Canada for a timely, global conversation on how the current state of U.S. higher education is influencing international enrollment strategies and decision-making beyond U.S. borders. Panelists will share how their institutions are responding to changing student perceptions of studying in the U.S., adjusting recruitment approaches, and navigating increased interest in alternative destinations. The session will offer counselors and educators insight into what these global shifts mean for students considering international pathways in 2026 and beyond.