Our dedicated International Student Services team is committed to providing comprehensive support, from navigating immigration requirements to fostering a vibrant global community.
Ninah Pretto
Associate Dean of Students
Director of International Student Services
Mariia Smirnova
Associate Director of International Student Services
We know that the past years have brought a lot of changes and uncertainty about what it means to maintain your F-1 status in the United States. We want to make one thing clear: ISS is here to support you.
With that in mind, we invite you to join us for our first Global Circle of the year on October 6 (next Tuesday). Come have lunch with us, enjoy amazing food from “Vermont Chef”, ask questions, talk about what is on your mind, or simply spend time with other students and the ISS team.
This is your space. There is no set agenda. There are no expectations, come at any point.
📅 October 6 - Tuesday 12:00 - 1:30 PM - Davis Center
🍽️ Lunch provided!
We are writing to inform you of an important change to F-1 and J-1 immigration regulations that may affect how your immigration status is managed in the United States.
We understand that changes to immigration regulations can create uncertainty and concern. Please know that our office is actively working to understand the full impact of these changes and will continue to advocate for and support our international student community throughout this transition.
We will share additional information as soon as our review is complete.
Dear Seniors,
You are invited to the graduation party you can’t miss — a night we’ve thoughtfully planned to celebrate you, your journey, and everything you’ve accomplished.
⏰ Date and time: May 25 (Monday) 5:00 - 7:00 PM
📍 Location: The Williams Inn
If you’ve never attended an ISS event before — this is your moment. No excuses. This is the one to show up for:
Mediterranean buffet-style dinner
Professional graduation photographer (for the first time ever!) — we’ve invested in bringing in a highly sought-after photographer so you can walk away with stunning, high-quality photos that truly capture this moment (P.S. Truly LOVE her work; check it out!)
Sashes and pins distribution to mark this milestone
Music, laughter, and one last chance to be together as a community before graduation
We have earned this celebration; let’s make it count — RSVP NOW below, so we can plan the photographer’s schedule accordingly!
We invite you to join an upcoming virtual session, “Ask an Immigration Attorney: Pathways After F-1 Visa,” designed to help you better understand your options beyond your current status.
Date: May 7 (next Thursday)
Time: 2:30–4:00 PM
Location: Zoom
During this session, immigration attorney Mary Walsh (Partner at Iandoli Desai & Cronin, P.C.) will cover:
Work visa options and challenges during F-1, OPT, and beyond
Long-term planning, including green card pathways
Potential avenues for international entrepreneurs
Key immigration trends and policy considerations in the current political climate
Important: You must RSVP via the Google Form below to receive the Zoom link and access to the session recording.
Staying on campus during spring break? Join ISS and TAPSi for a fun day trip to Albany, NY! We’ll visit international stores, explore the mall, and enjoy lunch together. 🛍️🍜
📅 Date: Wednesday, March 25
📍 Destination: Albany, NY
🍽️ Lunch is covered!
🚐 Space is limited—sign up ASAP!
For complex immigration matters or legal concerns, we recommend consulting a qualified immigration attorney or an accredited representative for personalized assistance.