Many Indians wish to pursue further education in the USA.
This is because American universities offer high academic standards, research opportunities and flexible degree specialisations.
However, numerous problems and uncertainties discourage many students from making this dream a reality.
In order to remove some of the doubt and confusion, Rediff.com offers a chat with Thomas A Farrel, Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Academic Programs, US Department of State. Tune in from 5.30 to 6.30 pm IST on Friday, March 23.
Mr Farrell will be in India next week as part of a delegation of US leaders from America's higher education institutions. The focus of the visit: "America wants to expand education collaboration with India."
He will be available to answer questions regarding educational opportunities for Indian students at US colleges and universities.
About Thomas A Farrell
He is the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Academic Programs. In this capacity, he is responsible for all academic programs sponsored by the Department of State.
He serves as the Department of State’s lead executive for programs and initiatives that support specialised scholarly research and other education and people to people activities through the Council of American Overseas Research Centers, and Bureau activities designed to support the educational interests of the United States in international organisations and multilateral initiatives.
In 1987, he joined the International Institute of Education. At IIE he concentrated his efforts developing and expanding activities designed to build international capacity for US University and professional school students.
In 1976, while a graduate student at the University of Michigan, he was a Fulbright Fellow to Pakistan. In addition, Farrell worked as a Peace Corps Volunteer in India.
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