Arizona State University will host the AI Impact Pre-Summit @ ASU on January 29, 2026, as part of the global lead-up to the AI Impact Summit 2026, organized by the Government of India and taking place in India in February 2026.
This pre-summit will serve as a platform to highlight ASU’s leadership in Artificial Intelligence research, education, and societal impact, bringing together faculty, students, researchers, and partners for a full day of dialogue and engagement.
Location: Cooley Ballroom
Starting your journey as an F-1 student can feel overwhelming — from understanding campus life to planning your career in the U.S. F-1 to Future: Connect with Experts is an interactive session designed to help new international students gain clarity, confidence, and direction.
Step into the 'Cultures in Conversation', a welcoming and interactive space at ASU where international and local students come together to share stories, traditions, and ideas that inspire connection and understanding.
This dynamic event invites you to engage in meaningful discussions, explore cultural diversity, and celebrate the global community on campus.
Participate in fun activities, enjoy light refreshments
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Step into a welcoming space at the ISSC Poly Cafe, where international and local students come together to unwind, connect, and enjoy coffee on the ASU Polytechnic campus. Held bi-weekly, this event invites you to break up your day with a refreshing social hour featuring great conversations, light refreshments, and a supportive community. Whether you're looking to make new friends, network, or just relax between classes, the ISSC Poly Cafe provides a warm, inclusive environment where everyone is encouraged to share experiences, celebrate diversity, and feel at home.
Location: TBC
Come join us for Alumni Connect, a networking event where current students can meet and engage with ASU alumni from various fields and industries. Enjoy great food, hear inspiring stories, and build valuable connections that could guide your academic and career journey.
Location: TBC
Step into a welcoming space at the ISSC Poly Cafe, where international and local students come together to unwind, connect, and enjoy coffee on the ASU Polytechnic campus. Held bi-weekly, this event invites you to break up your day with a refreshing social hour featuring great conversations, light refreshments, and a supportive community. Whether you're looking to make new friends, network, or just relax between classes, the ISSC Poly Cafe provides a warm, inclusive environment where everyone is encouraged to share experiences, celebrate diversity, and feel at home.
Location: TBC
Join us for the ""Chip & Dip Challenge,"" an evening of friendly card-based competition! Start with a set of chips, and use them to enter various card games. Win more chips as you play, and trade them in for a variety of delicious bite-sized snacks, from pretzel bites to chicken wings.
Step into a welcoming space at the ISSC Poly Cafe, where international and local students come together to unwind, connect, and enjoy coffee on the ASU Polytechnic campus. Held bi-weekly, this event invites you to break up your day with a refreshing social hour featuring great conversations, light refreshments, and a supportive community. Whether you're looking to make new friends, network, or just relax between classes, the ISSC Poly Cafe provides a warm, inclusive environment where everyone is encouraged to share experiences, celebrate diversity, and feel at home.
Location: TBD
Ready, set, Game On! Join us for a high-energy evening of mini-games, team challenges, and lighthearted competition designed to help you connect, laugh, and bond with fellow students.
You’ll be randomly placed in teams or paired with new friends as you take on a variety of games — from brain teasers and relays to creative tasks and silly showdowns. Whether you’re ultra-competitive or just in it for the laughs, everyone has a chance to win prizes, meet new people, and have a blast.
Highlights:
A mix of solo and team games
Quick rounds to keep the energy high
Step into a welcoming space at the ISSC Poly Cafe, where international and local students come together to unwind, connect, and enjoy coffee on the ASU Polytechnic campus. Held bi-weekly, this event invites you to break up your day with a refreshing social hour featuring great conversations, light refreshments, and a supportive community. Whether you're looking to make new friends, network, or just relax between classes, the ISSC Poly Cafe provides a warm, inclusive environment where everyone is encouraged to share experiences, celebrate diversity, and feel at home.
Location: TBC