Join Life in Iowa and International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS) for a comprehensive virtual Optional Practical Training (OPT) workshop to learn about eligibility, application steps, and key timelines.

Join us for a free coffee and an informal conversation about career exploration.

Put your thinking caps on and join International Student and Scholar Services for Trivia Night!

International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) invites international students and scholars to learn about employment-based visa options after graduation, including the transition from Optional Practical Training (OPT) to H-1B status.

Take a break from midterms and join us for a free coffee, a creative activity, and conversation with staff from the University Counseling Service (UCS).

International students and scholars are invited to attend this drop-in clinic hosted by Life in Iowa and Payroll Services. Stop by anytime between 4 and 6 p.m. to receive assistance completing required forms, signing tax treaty documents, and preparing for the upcoming tax season.

Grab a free coffee and get creative with holiday-themed crafts inspired by celebrations around the world! Learn about traditions such as Halloween, Día de los Muertos, Diwali, and Samhain while enjoying a fun and welcoming opportunity to connect with fellow students and scholars.

Join us for a free coffee and a welcoming conversation with Russ Ganim, dean of International Programs. Meet other international students, scholars, and those from the larger campus community, learn more about the University of Iowa's global community, and share what has helped you succeed and feel at home on campus. Whether you're new to Iowa or returning for another year, we'd love to see you there!

Enjoy a free coffee while exploring a craft that many people in the Midwest grew up making. Create your own Shrinky Dinks, watch your artwork transform as it shrinks, and connect with fellow students and scholars through creativity and conversation.

Join us for free coffee and a chance to meet Finn, the UI’s friendly therapy dog. Take a break before the end of the semester, de-stress, connect with others, and enjoy a comforting and welcoming environment designed to help you recharge.