Author: Missy Gluckmann

Missy Gluckmann is a speaker agent, founded a globally recognized brand in study abroad, and exercises her passport muscle frequently. She loves connecting inspiring people with audiences. She is a mom to a spirited son and loves all that he re-teaches her about everything she thought she knew in life.

February 8, 2012

Sh*t Study Abroad Students Say

This new video captures the enthocentrism and poor program design of many study abroad programs...

January 27, 2012

Study Abroad Administrators and Stress

Based on a recent survey that I conducted, more than 90% of study abroad administrators and graduate students planning to work in the field said that felt guilty that they were not "doing enough" for their clientele (students, faculty, boss, peers) or family.

January 24, 2012

Professional Development: Alternatives to NAFSA and the Forum

Can't afford NAFSA or the Forum conferences this year? Low cost alternatives for those who desire professional development...

January 20, 2012

Edward T. Hall’s Life of Culture

Edward T. Hall was simply the guru of culture. This man's life work is the foundation of many international education and intercultural programs today - and deservedly so.

"An Anthropology of an Every Day Life" was written by Hall to document the first fifty years of his remarkable life. It is a fascinating read in that we get to observe an anthropologist in the making - commenting, through his unique lens, about his own journey and why he turned out the way he did.