University of Minnesota; International Student and Scholar Services

Attention Students and Scholars: We will soon be launching the first phase of a new online system that will allow us to process requests more efficiently.

As part of the transition to the new system, there will be a period of time when ISSS will have limited services or the office will be closed. To avoid delays, submit all of your requests by 3:30 p.m. on October 29. Learn more

Announcements

International students, scholars, and employees: We are glad you are at the UMN. Please review our information about the changes to unlawful presence for student and scholar visas, the travel ban and other immigration changes.
Want to work in the United States or Canada after graduation? Come to an ISSS career workshop to learn how.
Attention UMN Departments: ISSS's administrative fees for managing H-1B/E-3/O-1 petitions increased October 1.

Culture Corps

Brings international perspectives into classrooms and onto campus through a series of either faculty or international student initiated projects.

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Discussion Groups

Gathers small groups of international students and scholars together in an intimate atmosphere to explore their cross-cultural experiences and perspectives.

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iSuccess

Introduces new international students to other U.S. and international students, U.S. culture, and life at the University of Minnesota through workshops, training sessions, tours, and fun activities. This six day program transitions students to their new life in Minnesota and provides important skills and experiences to help them succeed both in and out of the classroom.

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International Buddy Program

Provides new international students during fall semesters with opportunities to develop friendships with students from other countries through intercultural learning, service, and social activities.

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Small World Coffee Hour

Invites all international and domestic students, faculty and staff to gather together in relaxing social environment. Each interactive event has the flavoring of a specific cultural region’s activities, foods and traditions.

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Students Crossing Borders

Brings international and domestic students together into a single housing community that gives residents a global experience through interactive cross-cultural learning.

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