Welcome to MFIS!!!
Upcoming Events
Thanksgiving Hospitality— November 27,2008
Would you like to enjoy the traditional American Thanksgiving celebration with a local family? Madison Friends of International Students (MFIS) invites you to join an American family in their home to share a delicious meal and the cultural tradition of Thanksgiving. If you would like to sign up, please complete the form in http://www.iss.wisc.edu/mfis/programs/HoliHosp.htm and return it to the MFIS office -- fax(608) 263-2838, or e-mail mfis@odos.wisc.edu. Deadline to sign up is November 20, 2008.
Temporary Hosting
New International Students: Would you like to spend up to 3 nights with a Madison family when you arrive? MFIS volunteer hosts meet new students at the airport or bus and help them learn a bit about the city while they move into their permanent housing. Click here http://www.iss.wisc.edu/mfis/programs/TempHouse.htm for application information.
Madison Residents: Are you interested in hosting international students when they arrive? MFIS offers new students housing for up to 3 nights to help them get acquainted with the city. For more information contact the MFIS office at mfis@odos.wisc.edu
Furniture Loan
Does your apartment look bare? Take advantage of the MFIS Furniture Loan to find inexpensive furnishings. Open from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon during the first Saturday of each month. For more information click here.
International English Classes
Scholars, academic staff, and their wives/husbands are invited to study English in our program, "Learn English Among Friends." Registration for first semester is on Tuesday,Jan.20, 2009, from 9-11 a.m. Please click here for more information.
International Conversation and Coffee Hour
Grab a coffee and join us in a warm conversation between American and International students, family, faculty, and staff. International Conversation and Coffee Hour is held every Friday from noon - 2 PM at Union South. Come and meet old and new friends.
Warm Winter Coats Available
Feeling chilly? Need a warmer coat? For only $5 MFIS will lend you a warm winter coat for the winter season or your entire stay in Madison. For more information visit here.
Current Volunteer Needs
If you are interested in volunteering please contact MFIS
- Temporary Hosts Needed
Madison Residents: Are you interested in hosting international students when they arrive? MFIS offers new students housing for up to 3 nights to help them get acquainted with the city. For more information contact the MFIS office at mfis@odos.wisc.edu - Conversation Partners Needed
The English Conversation Partner Program is a very flexible program. The international students who come to the UW sign up for this program when they arrive. All they want is to get to know an American and speak English on a friendly, social basis. It is not tutoring. You will be matched up with an international student and then you decide together how often, where and what you would like to do, such as go for a cup of coffee, a walk or whatever. The commitment is for one academic year, the fall and spring semesters. If you are interested, please email MFIS and provide your name, address, telephone number and e-mail. Thank you! - Wanted: Photos of MFIS
Do you have photos to share of MFIS volunteers or international students taking advantage of one of the many opportunities offered through MFIS? If so, we would love a copy for our records and/or promotional use. Please email scanned or digital photographs to mfis.photos@gmail.com with information about the people, event, and date, if known. Many thanks! - Thanksgiving Hospitality
MFIS is looking for families who would like to invite international students to their homes for Thanksgiving celebration. It is a wonderful opportunity to share Thanksgiving traditions and food with people from around the world. The warmth and friendship shared will never be forgotten. To sign up, please call MFIS at 263-4010 or e-mail mfis@odos.wisc.edu - MFIS Office
Currently the office is short staffed. Would you be interested in helping out? The goal is to have the office open every weekday between 10am and 12 noon. We need people willing to work once a week or once every other week. - Share Your Friendship
MFIS still has several students who would like to have a friend in the Madison area. More Information - Winter Coat Request
The MFIS Coat Loan program is in need of warm coats, especially in men's styles. All coats should be in good repair with no broken zippers or tears, please. To donate a coat, please contact MFIS. Thank you in advance.