International Student and Scholar Services

Shuhui Lin

In the news: IP's Shuhui Lin featured in UI Staff Council staff spotlight

Thursday, April 18, 2024
Shuhui Lin (Lin) is the coordinator for international student support and engagement in International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS).
Sophia in the UI Department of Journalism and Mass Communication Gallery of Student Work exhibit

A global education: Communications student from Brazil discovers her roots and pursues passions from Iowa to Italy

Wednesday, April 3, 2024
Sophia Restiffe Favoretto came to the University of Iowa almost four years ago from Brazil, and she has taken advantage of all that Iowa has to offer.
International Student Graduation Celebration

International Student Graduation Celebration set for May 8

Thursday, March 28, 2024
In recognition of the accomplishments of our graduating international students, the spring 2024 University of Iowa International Student Graduation Celebration will be held on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, from 3 to 5 p.m. (CDT), at the International Ballroom in the Iowa Memorial Union.
ISAB group photo

International Student Advisory Board (ISAB) turns 10

Thursday, March 28, 2024
About 100 people gathered to celebrate the International Student Advisory Board and express gratitude to outstanding individuals and teams whose hard work and efforts have enhanced the experiences of international students at Iowa.
Shuhita Banner

Alumna Shuhita Bhattacharjee: How Iowa helped her develop innovative, inclusive, and ethical pedagogy

Thursday, February 29, 2024
Shuhita Bhattacharjee received her PhD in English from the University of Iowa in 2015. Now working as an assistant professor of English literature & gender studies in India, she reflects on her time at Iowa and working in higher education.
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CPT and job search workshop to be offered to international students

Thursday, February 22, 2024
Attend this workshop to learn more about curricular practical training (CPT) and receive job search guidance with ISSS, the Grad Success Center, and the Pomerantz Career Center.
Alton Poole and woman doing self-defense training class

Personal safety and self-defense training event to be held for international students and scholars 

Thursday, February 1, 2024
Join International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) and Campus Safety to be trained in self-defense.
ISAB 2023 members

International Student Advisory Board (ISAB) to host 2024 spring recruitment events 

Wednesday, January 24, 2024
ISAB advocates for improving the international student experience and creating a campus environment more inclusive to international students.
International students

University of Iowa international students contributed over $66 million to economy

Thursday, January 18, 2024
During the 2022-23 academic year, international students studying at the University of Iowa contributed $66.3 million to the economy and supported 572 jobs.
person getting Band-Aid on arm after vaccine

ISSS and Student Health host vaccination literacy and on-site vaccination event for international students and scholars

Tuesday, January 16, 2024
This event will provide vaccination literacy and on-site vaccinations for international students and scholars.
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Life in Iowa to host OPT and stress management workshop

Friday, January 5, 2024
Attend a workshop to learn more about optional practical training (OPT) and stress management.
students serving up coffee

Life in Iowa to host weekly coffee and conversation hour starting Jan. 16

Wednesday, January 3, 2024
Enjoy a (free!) afternoon coffee and engage in casual conversations with students, staff, and faculty from across campus on different topics, ranging from adjusting to life in a new country to exploring campus and community resources.