New Webpage Supporting our International Community

The Office of International Services would like to direct your attention to a new webpage that has recently been created on the provost’s website. The page includes the various communications, services, and programs the community has put into place to support our global community and to uphold our shared values of openness and inclusivity. The Office…Continue Reading New Webpage Supporting our International Community

Spreading the Love on Valentine’s Day with OIS

Being true romantics at heart, the staff at OIS did not hesitate to organize a Valentine’s Day event to help get the international community in the mood for love! Shortly after the “OIS Love Station” opened its doors, international students came in great numbers to take advantage of the activities being offered. Guests were welcomed by…Continue Reading Spreading the Love on Valentine’s Day with OIS

ACLU Legal Director Speaks at USC Gould School of Law

David Cole, the new legal director of the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), inherited an entirely different job than he had expected. 2017 was supposed to be the year in which the first female president of the United States was welcomed into office. Her liberally minded Supreme Court nominee would tip the scales in favor of civil rights…Continue Reading ACLU Legal Director Speaks at USC Gould School of Law

J-1 Scholar Orientation Comes with Breakfast and Fun

USC is known for its large international student community, but is also enriched by a number of experienced J-1 scholars.* This select group of academics visits USC for a set period of time, contributing to the University’s research efforts as well as cross-cultural exchange. In order to help scholars get settled at USC, OIS hosts a mandatory…Continue Reading J-1 Scholar Orientation Comes with Breakfast and Fun

Students Enjoy International Cuisine at International Food Fair

Everybody eats. Whether it be breakfast, lunch, or dinner, people around the world have turned one of mankind’s most basic necessities into an art of enjoyment. That being said, the way in which different cultures eat can vary tremendously. These differences inspired the International Student Assembly (ISA) to organize a celebration of our global community here at…Continue Reading Students Enjoy International Cuisine at International Food Fair

OIS Meeting for Students and Scholars Affected by Travel Ban

Immigration attorney, TL Loke Walsh, will join OIS representatives for an information session for students and scholars from the seven countries listed in the travel ban (Syria, Yemen, Iran, Iraq, Somalia, Libya, and Sudan). Updated information about the impact of the January 27 executive order will be presented, followed by time for questions and answers. Monday, February 6,…Continue Reading OIS Meeting for Students and Scholars Affected by Travel Ban