The Journal of International Students, Vol. 15 No. 1 (2025), presents a diverse collection of 10 research articles by 24 scholars, exploring critical themes in international education. This edition features a systematic review of JIS publications (2011–2024) and innovative studies on virtual exchange programs, resilience among F-2 visa spouses, and Nigerian and Turkish students' educational experiences. It also examines equality in Indonesian higher education, study abroad pathways, and the impact of politics and the pandemic on STEM students of color. Together, these articles offer fresh insights into global student mobility and internationalization.