International Student Life
About ISL enhances the student-learning environment through programs and services that internationalize the campus experience, accomplished through three core areas: Transition & Support Programming & Outreach Leadership & Engagement
Transition & Support Aimed at facilitating a smooth and ongoing transition for International students to the University and life in the United States A tailored orientation for international students occurs each semester Current UGA students serve as World Leaders Free tax workshops for international students The only non-resident tax program at UGA Language Partner Program to improve confidence and fluency Cross-cultural volunteer program pairs International students with domestic students International Graduation Ceremony Complement to the regular commencement exercises to honor and celebrate the achievements of international students and ISL student leaders
Programming & Outreach Presents rich opportunities for the community to share, explore, and learn about cultures International Coffee Hour takes place every Friday 11:30a-1:00p International Education Week presents programs and services that prepare UGA students for a global environment International Street Festival is a vibrant display of various cultures and performances in downtown Athens
Leadership & Engagement Volunteer and leader opportunities that promote global citizenship through individual growth, and cross cultural learning and development Cultural Capacity Certificate Program allows students to dissect one’s own cultural identities and offers a framework for viewing leadership worldwide Roughly 20 international and multinational student organizations advised Promotes ISL’s values of advocacy, community building and cultural exploration World Leaders lead orientation sessions, teach UGA traditions and customs, and serve as student resources Street Fest Planning Committee provides excellent volunteer opportunities Advertising, Fundraising, On-Stage Performances, Table Displays or Children’s Activities
Student Organizations African Student Union AIESEC Amnesty International Arab Cultural Association Athens for Justice in Palestine Brazilian Student Association Caribbean Student Association Chinese Language Society Chinese Student Association Filipino Student Association Hands on Haiti Indian Student Association Korean Undergraduate Student Association Muslim Student Association Pakistani Student Association Persian Student Association Russian Club Student s for Latino Empowerment Taiwanese Student Association Thai Student Association Turkish Student Association Vietnamese Student Association World Ambassadors
Important Dates International Education Week November 14-18 International Street Festival April 8th 12p-5p https://youtu.be/WHlmwunaeLk
ISL Lounge Found in Memorial Hall, the space is very open and welcoming with various open offices on the top floor and enthusiastic staff members always ready and willing to engage students. Students are encouraged to stop by and discover volunteer opportunities in their area of interest. Students often utilize the space to study or hangout, and student orgs sometimes congregate there for meetings and other club related events.