Connecting cultures. Building community.
The International Student Council connects international students, the Iowa State community, and the Ames community through cultural events, student advocacy, and opportunities to get involved.
Communicate
We reach out to all domestic and international students to give Iowa State University a diversified community.
Collaborate
We collaborate with multitude of student, university organization and department that has unilateral goal and mission.
Celebrate
We celebrate the diversity in Iowa State University by organizing events and fundraising events.
Our Mission
ISC serves as a bridge between the international community, Iowa State University, and the Ames community. We promote communication, cooperation, and a sense of belonging while representing the interests of international students.
To achieve this objective, ISC sponsors coordinated events that showcase the cultures and lifestyles of the International Community, attempts to educate the ISU community and create awareness about humanitarian issues around the world, provides opportunities for exchange of ideas among constituents, and represent constituents before the administration of Iowa State University and the City of Ames.
ISC also advises its constituents in matters concerning them as members of the ISU community, provides educational and social services to its constituents, and collaborates with the ISSO for special programs and/or events.