ISS is committed to creating meaningful and engaging experiences for UW-Madison international students, also known as “Global Badgers.” We host and collaborate on a variety of engagement, transitional, and co-curricular education programs and events that focus on leadership development, social justice, and learning through the Wisconsin Experience. Our programs and events aim to foster global citizenship, career development, and personal growth for all Global Badgers while enhancing internationalization within our campus and local communities.
Click below for details about our reoccurring events this semester- all students are welcome!
International Reach: Cross-Cultural Speakers Program
Learn about this cross-cultural speakers volunteer program and improve your presentation skills. Reach is hybrid for Spring 2022.
ISS-Affiliated Student Organizations
Learn how to get involved with Registered Student Organizations (RSOs) across campus, and how RSOs collaborate with ISS.
Madison Friends of International Students (MFIS)
Connect with local residents, participate in fun events, and get involved in the Madison community.
PEACE (Practicing English and Cultural Exchange)
Come and join us for a free, non-credit English conversation and cultural exchange class.
Global Cafe
Learn about new cultures while meeting other international and U.S. students. These events are hosted by student organizations.
Global Badger Experience Grant (GBE Grant)
Student organizations interested in applying can review resources, check approval dates, and read application tips.
BRIDGE: Building Relationships In Diverse Global Environments
(Suspended for Spring 2022)
Find out how to apply for this International Peer Mentorship program and make new friends.
International Student Advisory Board (ISAB)
Join fellow international students in advocating for campus issues that matter to you.
Global Badger Success Fridays Series
Learn about campus offices and resources for a successful transition to the University!
Understanding U.S. Elections
Do you have questions about the U.S. elections? Check out these tips.
Upcoming Events
Practicing English And Cultural Exchange (PEACE)
Global Badger Success Series
Global Cafe
Practicing English And Cultural Exchange (PEACE)
Global Cafe
Program Announcements
Share your photos with us for #ThisIs2020
2020 has been a bit unexpected. We’re living through a global pandemic. Countries including the U.S. are becoming more active to fight racial injustice. And, graduation ceremonies across the U.S. happened via WebEx or YouTube. …
Debunking Myths of ISS and International Students at UW-Madison- Recording Now Available
Dear Campus Partners, The recording for Debunking Myths of ISS and International Students at UW-Madison is now available. Originally presented on May 1st by Sharece Bunn and Caitlin Dawson, the session can watched on the …
Apply to be on the International Student Advisory Board for Spring 2020!
You’re invited to apply to be on the International Student Advisory Board, an initiative dedicated to building a bridge between international students at International Student Services at UW-Madison! This is a great leadership opportunity which …
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Looking for ways to get involved in programs?
- Talk to us! Send us programming ideas, ask questions, and request accommodations at events by emailing issprograms@studentlife.wisc.edu
- Need an accommodation for an event? Contact issprograms@studentlife.wisc.edu or call 608-262-9716. All accommodation requests should be made no less than two weeks before the event. We will attempt to fulfill requests made after this date, but cannot guarantee they will be met.
Meet the ISS Programming Staff
Melissa Murray Baltus (she/her/hers)
Position title: International Student Advisory Board Coordinator
