In a recent article for The Conversation, Edward R Howe (Thompson Rivers University), Surbhi Sagar, and Athira Pushpamgathan discuss the findings of an ongoing longitudinal research study at TRU on the experiences of international students in Canada. Howe, Sagar, and Pushpamgathan write that the study’s latest findings revealed that international students are facing major challenges in housing and finances. However, compared to 2016, fewer students reported that they had experienced racism on campus in 2024. The students also shared their perspectives on “internationalization,” discussing cross-cultural exchange, mutual learning and community building, and personal growth. The authors conclude by emphasizing the importance of considering the perspectives of international students and addressing the challenges they encounter.