May 22, 2009
Flu Virus's Impact Is Felt on Mexico's International Programs
The H1N1 influenza epidemic has had a devastating impact on Mexico's fledgling internationalization efforts, with more than 30 percent of foreign students fleeing the country since news of the virus broke just four weeks ago, according to university administrators.
Some universities report an exodus of as much as 60 percent, said Thomas M. Buntru, president of the Mexican Association for International Education.
In addition, more than half the association's members report
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