ISSS organizes and supports programming and special events for international students, scholars, and their families. We offer a wide variety of unique and entertaining social, academic, and cultural activities throughout the year. Our office also offers advice and programming to aid international students, scholars, and their families as they settle into the Austin community and adjust to living abroad in the United States.

Current Programming & Events

Partnerships to Advance Language Study and Culture Exchange (PALS) – The PALS program pairs together international and American students at UT for the purposes of cultural exchange and to practice English conversation skills.

Language Circles – This program provides international students with opportunities to practice their conversational English or other languages while learning about American culture. Language Circles also allow American students opportunities to interact with international students in facilitating a circle or practicing a foreign language.

Friendship Program – Meet and become friends with a family in the Austin community.

Family Mailing List – The mailing list is a place where you can post resources, ask questions, and receive information about upcoming programs.

Texas Excursions – These excursions are a great way to visit and experience some of the great activities Austin and Texas have to offer.

Special Programs – ISSS coordinates and facilitates programs throughout the year to meet various needs of academic departments and sponsoring agencies. If you are interested in having UT Austin coordinate a custom designed program, please contact us.

Graduating Student Reception - ISSS will be hosting a reception to honor our international students who are graduating in Spring 2012.