The fundamental purposes of international education are to dispel myths and stereotypes and promote goodwill and friendships among peoples of various cultural orientations by bringing them together in an atmosphere of open inquiry and the common pursuit of higher learning.  We do this through individual interventions, conflict resolution, and activities and programs which foster an understanding of the myriad of beliefs, values, customs, traditions, and world-views.  There is a primary commitment to cultural relativism and to the validation of group and individual differences.  The promotion of human development, sociocultural and sociolinguistic knowledge is critical to our success, and we have an obligation to the profession of international education and to the body of knowledge which supports our mission.

Samples of ISSS Programs:

New international student orientation

Cultural Adjustment workshops & events
American Culture workshops
Explore Lancaster
Explore Philadelphia
Halloween costume party
International Students experience Thanksgiving

Immigration & Compliance workshops
CPT Tutorial and a CPT Overview (PDF)
How to file US income tax
Maintaining F1 status
Maintaining J1 status
Optional Practical Training (OPT) and a OPT Overview (PDF)
OPT and Beyond

The Top 10 things to know about immigration status!

Career
Career coach- empowering new graduates
International Student Career Week- fall and spring quarters

Social Events
Holiday shopping at the Outlets
Multicultural Mingle on Ice
Philadelphia 76’ers basketball
Pocono Mountain Skiing
Six Flags amusement Park

Educational workshops for all Drexel students to learn about the international student population

World Fusion Fest
International Food Festival &How to eat Like a Millionaire
Festival of Nations
Citing your Sources
Coffee Hours
Root Beer Pong
Study Skills

Support Groups
International Student Advisory Board
International Dragon Families for spouses and children of our international community