international students

Atif Qureshi

UI admissions process sealed the deal for biomedical engineering student Atif Qureshi

Monday, March 13, 2023
Atif Qureshi, a first-year student originally from Kenya, talks about why he chose the UI and related experiences in this Q&A piece. 
Oksana

Oksana Hirchak awarded Global Democracy Ambassador Scholarship for Ukraine students

Thursday, March 9, 2023
The award helps Ukrainian students continue their studies, educate global peers on the fragility and importance of democracy, and inspire the world to stay engaged. 
Sawsan Daws

UI encouraged alumna Sawsan Daws to continue leading in STEM

Monday, February 20, 2023
Originally from Saudi Arabia, Daws chose to pursue her undergraduate studies in STEM at the UI because she was intrigued by the research facilities and resources the UI offered to its students. 
overhead view of the Old Capitol Building

Life in Iowa to host museum scavenger hunt at the Old Capitol, Feb. 25

Wednesday, February 15, 2023
Life in Iowa, in collaboration with the Pentacrest Museums, invites international students to attend a scavenger hunt to learn more about Iowa's history and win prizes while exploring the Old Capital Museum!  
International students walking by UI bridge of flags

Top six tips for international students from ISSS

Monday, February 13, 2023
Now that you've settled in on campus, International Student and Scholar Services shares these tips for you to keep in mind.
Manisha Skaria

Manisha Skaria balances career, campus involvement, and family

Monday, February 6, 2023
A chemist by trade and originally from India, Skaria came to the University of Iowa in 2021 when she took up a postdoctoral scholar position in Daly Research Group. 
International students on campus

5 tips on navigating campus and community from international students

Friday, January 20, 2023
Whether you are new on campus or resuming your studies at Iowa, here are five tips to help you start off on the right foot in 2023. 
students serving up coffee

Life in Iowa to host weekly coffee and conversation hour starting Jan. 18

Monday, January 9, 2023
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.
Eweosa Owenaze

UI College of Law student hopes to introduce more graduate and professional students to ISSE

Thursday, December 15, 2022
Eweosa Owenaze, a JD candidate from Lagos, Nigeria, is serving other international students through her work with International Student Support and Engagement.
three guests sitting and smiling

International students join community members for fall break meal

Monday, November 28, 2022
Over 170 meals were served to University of Iowa students and members of the surrounding community during a special fall break meal event.
Fascha Aryasa

Fascha Aryasa felt that she needed a place like Iowa City in her life

Monday, November 21, 2022
Fascha Aryasa, a first-year computer science student from Bali, Indonesia, has become deeply involved in campus life in just a few short months.
pie with crust in the shape of the Tigerhawk

International Programs to host Fall Break Meal, Nov. 21

Friday, November 4, 2022
Join IP staff for a celebration of community and a traditional meal of turkey, mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, macaroni and cheese, and pie!