International Student Services Advisory Board Application Information
Thank you for your interest in joining the International Student Services Advisory Board! Applications are NOW OPEN.
Application Deadline: Tuesday, March 25 at 11:59PM (CST)
International Student Services Advisory Board (ISSAB) seeks motivated international students who are passionate about advocating to improve the international student experience and interested in gaining leadership experience. Selected ISSAB members represent international students by working closely to advise ISS and voice issues that impact the Global Badger community.
Become a member of ISSAB!
The ISSAB consists of approximately 10 selected members. Current ISSAB members are eligible to apply to be an ISSAB Co-Leader after one year of service.
If you have any questions or concerns, please email issprograms@iss.wisc.edu.
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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 (August 2025- May 2026) 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)
ISSAB Duties and Expectations
ISSAB Duties & Expectations
- Attend Monthly ISSAB meetings (check schedule below)
- Provide feedback and suggestions to improve the ISS services, programs, and the international student experience
- Represent the voices of your international student peers to ISS staff, leadership, and campus partners/departments
- Learn about ISS resources and services and share with peers
- Promote and represent ISSAB in the international student community
- Help with representation/presentation if requested
- Communicate in a timely manner for:
- email/Teams communication
- representation opportunities
- feedback requests
Benefits of becoming an ISSAB 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 2025-26 (tentative)*
Meeting Schedule 2025-26 (tentative)*
May 2, 2025: New Board Member get together & social event with current Board members
August 28, 2025: International Student Services Kick-off Brunch and International Student Welcome and Info Fair (ISWIF) Tabling
September 8, 2025: ISSAB Orientation Meeting 5:30-7:30 pm
September –December 2025: Mandatory monthly meetings- Monday evenings 5:30-7:30 PM
- September 22
- October 13
- November 17
- December 8
January 2026: International Student Services Kick-off Brunch and International Student Welcome and Info Fair (ISWIF) Tabling
January – April 2026: Mandatory monthly meetings & End of Year celebration
- January 26
- February 23
- March 23
- April 20
*In addition to above meetings, you may have extra project meetings as needed.
“As an ISSAB member, I learned a lot about ISS budgeting, campus communicators thought processes, international students’ specific resources and much more about what happens backstage. More importantly, I was able to advocate for our needs and provide advice/guidance to those who had power to implement necessary changes. Additionally, I was able to find community and connect with other international peers who also cared about giving back to our community. Overall, I think it’s been an amazing experience that has taught me a lot, not only about how higher education institutions work but also about the many forms in which you can be an activist.”
Rayane Prado Nunes, ISSAB Member '22-'24