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Proposals being accepted for International Education Week 2024; submissions open through Oct. 23
International Education Week, a joint initiative of the U.S. Departments of Education and State celebrating international education, will be Nov. 18–22. Each year, campuses across the U.S. mark IEW through programming and events that highlight the importance of international education and exchange. The event type is flexible, but each event should be related to international education, international/cultural exchange, and/or living in a global environment. Proposals submitted by student organizations are especially encouraged. Read MoreOct 2, 2024
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ISSS recruiting community members to join ‘First Friends’ program for international students
International Student and Scholar Services is seeking members of the Vanderbilt and greater Nashville communities for the First Friends program, which matches new international students with a local to help welcome them and ease their transition into American culture. Read MoreJul 1, 2024
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Proposals being accepted for International Education Week 2023; submissions open through Oct. 13
International Education Week is a joint initiative of the U.S. Departments of Education and State, with the goal of celebrating international education. IEW at Vanderbilt has traditionally included a diverse range of events, from international game nights to panel discussions on global issues. Proposals are being accepted through Oct. 13 and should be related to international education, cultural exchange and/or living in a global environment. Read MoreSep 21, 2023
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ISSS seeking proposals for World on Wednesdays program
International Student and Scholar Services is seeking students, faculty, staff and community members who may be interested in collaborating on the World on Wednesdays program during the 2023-24 academic year. Past WOWs have included faculty and student presentations, research findings, study abroad experiences, guest speakers, Vanderbilt organizations, current issues and special cultural occasions. Read MoreSep 12, 2023
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World on Wednesday: ‘The Governance of Antarctica: A Continent without a Country’ March 29
Antarctica is 10% of Earth’s landmass, yet there are no countries on it and no one owns it. At this World on Wednesday, presented by International Student & Scholar Services, Professor Dan Morgan, associate dean in the College of Arts & Science, will lead a discussion on how the Antarctic Treaty is a framework for scientific diplomacy and governing the commons. The discussion takes places on March 29 at noon; lunch will be provided. Read MoreMar 16, 2023
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World on Wednesdays: ‘The Floods in Pakistan’ Oct. 19
World on Wednesdays is a series sponsored by International Student and Scholar Services that seeks to expand our perceptions and prepare us to become more diverse and globally inclusive. Read MoreOct 5, 2022
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World on Wednesdays seeking proposals for fall 2022
We are calling for World on Wednesdays (WOW) proposals for fall 2022. International Student and Scholar Services facilitates and promotes international awareness throughout the Vanderbilt community. WOW is a series that seeks to expand our perceptions and prepare us to become more diverse and globally inclusive. Read MoreJul 27, 2022
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Be a First Friend to an international student
International Student and Scholar Services is recruiting hosts for the First Friends program. Hosts are matched with incoming international students and connect with them throughout the student’s first year. Read MoreJul 7, 2022
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ISSS recruiting hosts for EAT program
International Student and Scholar Services is recruiting hosts for its EAT program. EAT matches local hosts with Vanderbilt international students and scholars for a meal on selected dates. Read MoreApr 18, 2022
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EAT convenes students, scholars and hosts for food, friendship and cultural exchange
ISSS invites international students and scholars at Vanderbilt to participate in the Experience American Tastes (EAT) program. The EAT program provides international students and scholars a chance to enjoy American food and culture with a local family. Read MoreNov 20, 2021
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ISSS and OPA to host health insurance workshop for J-1 exchange visitors Sept. 22
International Student and Scholar Services, in collaboration with the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs, will host an online workshop on Wednesday, Sept. 22, from noon to 1 p.m. CT for J-1 exchange visitors to discuss health insurance. Read MoreSep 17, 2021
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ISSS to host virtual workshop on hiring international students Sept. 27
International Student and Scholar Services will host an online workshop covering the basics of hiring international students for on-campus positions, including information about I-9, Glacier and Social Security number applications, on Monday, Sept. 27 from 11 to 11:45 a.m. Read MoreSep 17, 2021
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Postdoctoral scholars invited to immigration update session Aug. 12
The Office of Postdoctoral Affairs, in collaboration with International Student and Scholar Services and the Office of Employee Immigration Services, will host an online information session on Wednesday, Aug. 12, for Vanderbilt’s postdoctoral scholars to learn more about recent updates to immigration policies. Read MoreAug 10, 2020
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Vanderbilt bolsters support services for international students
Vanderbilt ISSS bolsters efforts to support the university’s international students, who are navigating challenges ranging from the COVID-19 pandemic to rapidly changing government directives. Read MoreJul 17, 2020
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Apply to join the First Friends program
Join Vanderbilt's International Student and Scholar Services in welcoming Vanderbilt's newest international students this fall by becoming a First Friend. Read MoreSep 13, 2019
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International Education Week is Nov. 12-16
International Education Week, an opportunity to celebrate the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide, is Nov. 12-16. Read MoreNov 5, 2018
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WOW: ‘Explore Azerbaijan, the Land of Fire’ Nov. 15
International Student and Scholar Services invites you to World on Wednesdays, where the Vanderbilt community engages in presentations, informal conversations and topical lectures on global issues. Read MoreNov 8, 2017
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Celebrate International Education Week Nov. 13–17; event proposals now accepted
International Education Week (IEW) is Nov. 13–17, 2017. An opportunity to celebrate the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide, IEW is now accepting event proposals through Oct. 25. Read MoreOct 12, 2017
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Host families needed to give international students taste of American culture
International Student and Scholar Services invites you to participate in its Experience American Tastes (EAT!) program. Read MoreSep 28, 2017
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WOW: ‘Reproductive Health Knowledge Among Women in Uganda’ Sept. 27
Hear from Megan Nocita, a member of the Class of 2018 majoring in medicine, health and society and Spanish, from noon to 1 p.m. Sept. 27. While in Uganda, she noticed that the barriers to sexual and reproductive health were more strongly related to education and policy than availability. Read MoreSep 8, 2017