Join this webinar for guidance on how to prepare for upcoming student group travel programs that involve crossing an international border into the United States (either upon departure from or return to school). Hear from guest experts, immigration attorney, Andrea Mattar Canona, and security specialist from International SOS, Tyler Hosford, as they share insights into the current landscape and offer tips for crossing the US border with school groups. The Institute for Global Learning will also share highlights from our May 2025 data report on member schools’ recent border crossing incidents and experiences. Participants will be able to ask questions of panelists and the webinar will be recorded and shared with all registrants along with select resources. 

This program is offered in partnership with SYTA (Student Youth Travel Association).

DATES: NEW DATE! Tuesday, May 20, 2025  // 10-11AM Pacific // 1-2PM Eastern // 7-8PM Central European

COST: Free / Institute for Global Learning Member Schools, SYTA Members and United Educator Subscribers

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Presenters

Andrea Mattar Canona, Partner, Andrade Canona Immigration Law

Andrea Mattar Canona, originally from São Paulo, Brazil, earned her J.D. magna cum laude from Florida International University College of Law. She began her legal career through the DOJ’s Honors Program at the Miami Immigration Court, advising judges on complex immigration matters. As co-founder of Andrade Canona, she represents clients in employment-based and humanitarian immigration cases. Passionate about education, Andrea frequently works with schools and students, offering lectures, workshops, and outreach programs to raise awareness about immigration law.

Tyler Hosford, Regional Security Manager, West Region, International SOS

Tyler Hosford is a Regional Security Manager at International SOS in Los Angeles, supporting companies across the Western U.S. on global resilience, crisis management, and risk assessment. Previously based in Singapore and Hong Kong, he has worked extensively on workforce security in Asia-Pacific. Tyler began his career as a Presidential Management Fellow with the U.S. Government, including roles at NASA and the Department of Transportation. He holds a Master’s in International Security from Texas A&M and a Bachelor’s in History from William & Mary.