Welcome to OISA!

The Office of International Student Affairs (OISA) provides holistic support and guidance on every aspect of international student life at Wesleyan—immigration, cultural, academic, financial, and personal matters. Our services include advising F-1 students on federal immigration regulations to aid in maintaining lawful status. We are committed to supporting the personal, academic, and professional growth of all self-identifying international students from orientation to up to three years beyond graduation.

The OISA team organizes International Student Orientation (ISO) for incoming students and provides ongoing support throughout each phase of their educational experience at Wes. We offer programs and events throughout the year to help international students utilize campus resources, prepare for internship and career opportunities, and build community with peers also navigating academic and social life in a new culture and corner of the globe.

OISA works in partnership with departments and groups across campus to provide international students with the information and opportunities to make the most of their academic, social, and professional experiences. We strive to empower our diverse international student community to engage in advocacy, seek out leadership opportunities, and contribute to Internationalization at Wes.

Land Acknowledgement

We acknowledge the people—past, present, and future—of the Wangunk Tribe on whose traditional lands we live, study, and work.

Wes and the World

A Walk Through the Traditional Crafts of Japan  

By Lisa Lu ’27 During my study at the Kyoto Consortium for Japanese Studies, I am taking an elective course called “Kyoto Artisans and their Worlds.” This class explores Kyoto’s centuries-old artistic traditions through visiting workshops and engaging with artisans directly. Every Tuesday, we visit different artisans working with a variety of mediums, including textiles,…

More Than Dance: Finding Community at Wesleyan University

By Zaynah Almasri ‘27 The Latin and Ballroom Dance Team just had their third annual showcase, and I got to be a part of it woohoo! Dancing on stage alongside people who started as teammates but have become real friends, I felt this mix of excitement, pride, and pure joy. It wasn’t just about performing—it…

Application Extension: Apply to the Global Engagement Minor!

First year students!   The Global Engagement Minor application will stay open for another week! The Global Engagement Minor is an active community of students, staff, faculty, and community members who practice amplifying all voices and intentionally call in the many global perspectives that inform any discipline. Note that recommendation letters are NOT due when…
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