International Student Advisory Board Application Information
Thank you for your interest in joining the International Student Advisory Board! Applications have closed for Academic Year 2023-2024. Applications will reopen in April 2024.
International Student Advisory Board (ISAB) seeks motivated international students who are passionate about advocating to improve the international student experience and interested in gaining leadership experience. Selected ISAB members represent international students by working closely to advise ISS and voice issues that impact the Global Badger community. ISAB members also participate in retreats and get-togethers throughout the year where they can get to know other members, participate in important discussions, and develop personal skills.
Become a member of ISAB!
The ISAB consists of approximately 7-9 selected members. Current ISAB members will need to complete a new ISAB application for each year of service.
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Requirements and Qualifications
Requirements and Qualifications
- Must be enrolled at University of Wisconsin-Madison as an F-1 or J-1 student
- Must be able to commit to full-year term and attend all the required monthly meetings
- Passionate about advocating to improve the international student experience
- Good time management and communication skills
- In good academic standing with a minimum cumulative 3.0 Grade Point Average (GPA)
ISAB Duties and Expectations
ISAB Duties & Expectations
○ Attend Monthly ISAB meetings (check schedule below)
○ Provide feedback and suggestions to improve the ISS services and programs
○ Represent the voices of your international student peers to ISS staff and leadership
○ Learn about ISS resources and communications and share with peers
○ Help with representation/presentation if requested
○ Communicate in a timely manner for:
– email/Teams communication
– representation/presentation requests
– feedback requests
Benefits of becoming an ISAB member
Benefits
○ Become a leader in the international community at UW-Madison
○ Advocate for international student needs
○ Engage with other students & ISS staff and gain new perspectives
○ Strengthen your resume
○ Have fun while developing lifelong friendships!
Meeting Schedule 2023-24 (tentative)*
Meeting Schedule 2023-24 (tentative)*
May 2023: New Board Member get together & social event with current Board members
Summer 2023: Optional meeting and get-together, ISAB website updates & planning for next year
August 2023: ISAB presentation at new student orientation, ISS Kick off
September – December 2023: Mandatory monthly meetings
February – April 2024: Mandatory monthly meetings & End of Year celebration
*In addition to above meetings, you may have extra project meetings as needed.