1. Welcome Winter GBM #1: January 12, 2016
Recap Video:
Welcome
Winter GBM #1: January 12, 2016

2. Who Are We? Ivana Ro, President
The International Studies Student Association (ISSA) is the official student organization for UCSD’s undergraduate International Studies Program.
We are a professional, social, academic and I-House organization that seeks to gather like-minded individuals who share diverse interests in international studies and international relations. We provide a platform of rich experiences and opportunities in international studies.
Ivana + Clark (if he is present)

3. Q&A Session: Senior Panel featuring various ISP student leaders

4. Fall in Review Check out what we’ve been up to since our last GBM!
Jenny

5. Mentorship Potlucks Cassidy Shapiro, Mentorship Program Director
On Nov 18th, UMP mentors and mentees gathered together to share in a time of games, catching up and snacks.
On Nov 19th, AMP alumni mentors and mentees gathered for a goal-setting workshop & a festive potluck meal.
Want to get involved? Questions/concerns?
UMP: Cassie ) or Jenny
AMP: Cassie or Ivana

6. Get Involved!
Contact Cassidy to hear about opportunities and have any questions or concerns answered. Visit program/ to learn more.

7. Santorini Fundraiser
Thank you to all who came out to support!

8. Member of the Quarter
ISSA MEMBER
OF THE
QUARTER
Recognize an ISSA member each quarter for their hard work, commitment or involvement on campus! Each member will be featured on ISSA's social media platforms, and will also receive a small prize.  To nominate a fellow member (or even yourself!), click the link here: 

9. Student Soundbites Blog
From students, for students
Blog post topics range from summer travel stories, internship experiences to general advice
ALL members are encouraged to contribute!
Where students and alumni share experiences in international studies
Talk about newly published posts from summer Board experiences, encourage members to read over
Good way to become more involved in ISSA activities
If you are interested in contributing a piece, contact
Jenny or submit a piece on our website:

10. Stay Active with ISSA!
Rebecca Chong, Director of Administrative Affairs
What does it mean to be an “active member”? You must:
Attend all GBMs (2 per quarter!)
Attend least one additional social or professional event each quarter (volunteering, Networking Night, etc.)
If part of the UMP or AMP, meet all program-specific requirements
Stay involved – via Facebook/Twitter, socializing/networking with other members, even hanging out!
Stay connected by signing up for our weekly newsletter today! To unsubscribe, or contact Becca directly

11. Additional Opportunities
GPS events, I-House orgs, and more!

12. I-House Events For more info, visit http://ihouse.ucsd.edu/
Language Conversation Tables
Practice languages and meet new people!
Every Thursday, 6 – 7 Asante Classrooms, I-House
Global Forum
The Global Forum hosts a weekly series of events highlighting global issues that are open to the entire campus and larger community. Topics range from climate change, refugee health, human rights, diplomacy, and more. Check out the Global Forum calendar of events.
RSVP to next weeks’ event here: “Global Forum: Gender and Resistance in the Black Diaspora ”
Wed, January 13th
the Great Hall
For more info, visit

13. Upcoming GPS Events
Who is Responsible for Climate Change? When: Thurs, January 5:30pm – 7:00pm Where: GPS Robinson Auditorium For more info: " China: An Alternative Model for Innovation?" When: Fri, January 7:00pm – 8:30pm Where: UC San Diego, Institute of the Americas, Hojel Auditorium For more info:
Both are FREE events sponsored by GPS!

14. Triton Winter Job and Internship Fair
Sponsored by: UCSD Career Services
When: TOMORROW! Wed, January 13th, 10:00am – 2pm
Where: Price Center Ballroom East and West
For more info and full list of participants: csm.symplicity.com/events/students.php?cf=WinterJF 2016

15. Keep in Touch! Website: issaucsd.wordpress.com
Melody and lily
Facebook: facebook.com/issa.ucsd
Twitter: twitter.com/issa_ucsd
LinkedIn: International Studies Student Association at UCSD

16. Have Questions? Speak to…
Newsletter, Membership
Becca
General Involvement, Collaborations
Ivana
Mentorship Programs
Cassie
Member of the Quarter, Blog
Jenny
Publicity/Collaborations
Precious
Volunteering
Melody

17. Thanks for coming!