The Journal of International Students, Vol. 15 No. 2 (2025), showcases a global perspective on international education with contributions from 21 scholars across 9 countries. This issue explores critical topics, including academic motivation, sociocultural adaptation, and intercultural communication competence, alongside contemporary challenges like racism, remote education, and Indigenous allyship. With studies spanning the USA, Turkey, Japan, Malaysia, Indonesia, Australia, China, the UK, and Canada, this edition provides valuable insights into the evolving dynamics of global student mobility and their implications for educators, policymakers, and researchers.