Admission Quote by Richard Lugar

“Declining overseas admissions costs us not only much needed revenues for colleges and universities, but much more importantly, we lose the best opportunity we have to introduce foreign students to all that America has to offer the world.” quote by Richard Lugar — Download Open image

“Declining overseas admissions costs us not only much needed revenues for colleges and universities, but much more importantly, we lose the best opportunity we have to introduce foreign students to all that America has to offer the world.”

Richard Lugar

About This Quote

Source Speech: Senate Foreign Relations Committee, 2002

International student enrollment enriches campuses culturally and financially, while fostering global understanding.

In simple terms: Foreign students benefit schools and society.

Key Takeaway

Promote policies that attract global talent.

Themes

education globalization economics culture diversity

Mood

hopeful concerned

Type

educational policy

When to use this quote

university recruitment
scholarship programs
exchange initiatives

Key Concepts

human capital soft power international relations

Questions to Reflect On

How does cultural exchange shape national identity?
What barriers deter foreign students?

A Different Perspective

Visa restrictions and political tensions can limit participation.

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