International Student and Scholar Services

Contributing to Comprehensive Internationalization

Crisis Management

Office Administration

Orientation, Retention, and Student Services Programming

Student and Scholar Advising

NAFSA KC-ISSS Comprehensive Internationalization: A Staff Development Resource

This KC ISSS resource is a staff development tool for International Student and Scholar Offices. The presentation offers useful tips and talking points and is provided as a template for ISSS managers and directors to help emphasize the role of ISSS staff in achieving comprehensive

Estimates of the Size and Characteristics of the Resident Nonimmigrant Population in the United States: January 2011

This report presents estimates of the size and characteristics of the resident nonimmigrant population in the United States.

HSAAC Provides Recommendations to DHS for Supporting International Education

During its October 24, 2012 meeting the Homeland Security Academic Advisory Council (HSAAC) approved several specific recommendations that the Department of Homeland Security should implement in order to accommodate and support emerging trends in international education.

Health Insurance and Health Care for Your International Students and Scholars

This KC-ISSS practice resource provides basic information meant to help advisers address the unique needs of the international community in the context of health insurance and health care.

Network Leader, International Student Advising Network (ISTA)

This position provides oversight and coordination of the ISTA professional network, the primary vehicle of the knowledge community (KC) for disseminating knowledge and information. The portfolio includes the continued development and management of resources and discussions.

Immigration Basics: FAQ for Academic Advisors advising International Students

ISSS offices may use this template for creating their own institutional FAQ on immigration basics to share with academic advisers who often need to be aware of certain unique advising needs of international students. Tailor the FAQ to your institution and share with those on campus who may meet with

DAS Lerner Letter To Exchange Visitor Program Sponsors

On May 21, 2012, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Private Sector Exchange Robin Lerner sent a communication to J-1 exchange visitor programs, to apprise sponsors of her office’s “re-evaluation of our overall mission and the objectives we are pursuing through private sector exchanges.”