TUKOLE

is a CONNECTION CENTER

At Tukole, everyone’s insights and experiences matter. Whether it’s recommendations on how to adjust to life in the diaspora and changes or lessons learned on the job sites, you can expect our talented partners to routinely share their knowledge.

We try to always provide pertinent information to our members and the general public and hope you will gain some knowledge on this collective journey.

Tukole Writer 4/15/25 Tukole Writer 4/15/25

U.S. Student Visa Revocations and the Impact on International and Diaspora Students

In recent months, the United States has seen a notable increase in the revocation of international student visas, often without prior notice. This unsettling trend particularly affects students engaged in campus activism, creating widespread uncertainty and anxiety within the international and diaspora student communities, and instilling fear across the broader academic landscape.

Tukole Writer 4/14/25 Tukole Writer 4/14/25

Federal Research Funding Cuts: Implications for International and Diaspora Students

Recent federal funding reductions have critically affected U.S. higher education, particularly graduate programs and vital research opportunities. These changes pose unique challenges for international and diaspora students pursuing advanced degrees, complicating their educational journeys and increasing competition, thereby making the landscape significantly more uncertain than in previous years.

Tukole Writer 3/18/25 Tukole Writer 3/18/25

How International Education Works

International education offers students the chance to study abroad, enhancing global exposure and career prospects. This exploration delves into critical elements like university admissions, visa regulations, financial assistance, cultural integration, and post-study job opportunities, providing a comprehensive understanding of how these components operate within the global education framework.

Tukole Writer 5/23/24 Tukole Writer 5/23/24

2024 Summer Jobs and Internship Program now open

TUKOLE through its international and diaspora student office wishes to help bridge the gap between the educational needs and financial constraints of the students in our community. The summer jobs program is an initiative to advance the student’s economic and career prospects while reducing the financial burden.

Tukole Writer 5/14/24 Tukole Writer 5/14/24

The ‘Graduate-on-Time’ Initiative

The Graduate on Time Initiative, aimed at supporting students to achieve their educational goals efficiently and with minimal financial burden, provides a suite of services including financial literacy workshops, scholarship and grant assistance, peer mentoring, internship placements, and resource sharing opportunities.