Current Research

Dr. Smith congratulates Dr. Anthony Ezeife on his retirement from the University of WindsorDr. Smith congratulates Dr. Anthony Ezeife on his retirement from the University of Windsor

Achieving Sense of Belonging for International Students at Ontario Secondary Schools

This research project will focus on learning more about how different Ontario secondary schools achieve a sense of belonging for international students.  We are considering partnering with Windsor-Essex area educational institutions.

Micro-Aggression of International Students

This research project will explore micro-aggressions experienced by international students at a mid-sized Canadian university. It will examine potential micro-aggression, how micro-aggression influences international students' sense of belonging, how international students cope with disparate treatment, and what universities should do to minimize micro-aggression among international students.

International Student Engagement in Higher Education Classrooms

This is a multi-national study involving partner institutions from Canada, the United Kingdom, and Germany that will explore the factors associated with increasing international student engagement in postsecondary education classes. It will identify successful teaching practices that will form the basis of research dissemination which will include workshops, conference presentations, and possible publications.