HEIS News, March 2026

Published on March 12, 2026
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Letter from the Chair

Dr. Matthew Allen, Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana, USA

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Bridging Generations in ELT: The never-ending story?

Karin Rossbach, M.Ed. Universidad del Valle de Guatemala, Guatemala City, Guatemala

Bridging generations in today’s ELT classroom means navigating shifting identities, digital habits, and evolving notions of authority.  As Gen Z and soon Gen Alpha join higher education and reshape learning with AI‑infused expectations, the gap between students and educators has never felt wider. Yet through dialogue, empathy, and a willingness to unlearn stereotypes, we can transform generational divides into powerful learning bridges.

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Difference and Disability Matters, March 2026

March 6, 2026
ANNOUNCEMENTS Call for Newsletter SubmissionsWould you like to submit a piece to the next issue of Difference and Disability Matters? The next deadline is July 17th, 2026, and we accept submissions on a rolling basis. Full details are in the Google Form. Volunteer Leadership Positions with SSDISIf you are interested in getting more involved with the Supporting Students with Disabilities Interest S

Letter from the Chair

March 12, 2026
Stacy Brown, Refugees Forward, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USADear RCIS Community,Across regions and roles, this year has asked more of all of us. In many contexts, shifting immigration policies impact school enrollment, family safety and stability, and access to education. Learners, families, and educators face growing challenges while funding for language programs, resettlement, and other social se