Build or strengthen your professional portfolio at the Portfolio Building Workshop. Learn how to showcase your projects clearly using GitHub or a web portfolio with strong READMEs, demos, and results. This session is ideal for international students preparing to enter the U.S. job market and looking to stand out to employers.
Location: SSV Amphitheater
Get ready to roll the dice, strategize, and have a blast at our monthly Tabletop Game Night! Hosted by ISSC and Hayden Library, this is your chance to:
ISSC Advising Team: Join the ISSC Advising Team for an informative session on Travel for international students. This session will cover important guidelines for traveling within and outside the US including required documents travel signatures and tips for reentry Advisors will share key reminders to help you travel confidently while maintaining your immigration status.
Location: MCoE, Student Pavilion, 321 Tempe campus
Kick off the term with an all-day adventure to Sedona!
Location: SSV Amphitheater
Have a story worth sharing or curious to hear unforgettable experiences from around the world? International Story Slam Night is a lively and welcoming space to celebrate international travel and life abroad. From unforgettable study abroad moments to heartwarming and humorous stories about living in another country, come laugh, listen, and connect with fellow students, faculty, and scholars. Whether you’re ready to take the stage or prefer to sit back and enjoy the stories, everyone is welcome. If you have a story to tell, let us know, we’d love to hear it.
Want to make a difference while building valuable skills and connections? Join us for our Monthly Volunteers Meeting to learn all about volunteering with the ISSC!
What You’ll Discover:
Clear overview of F-1 work options (OPT, STEM OPT), EAD timelines, and job search do’s/don’ts. Q&A with ISSC staff and career coaches.
Location: SSV Amphitheater
ASU Health Services: Join ASU Health Services for an informative session on Understanding Healthcare Costs Through Examples led by Ya Hu. This session will break down common healthcare expenses using real life examples to help you better understand insurance coverage copays deductibles and out of pocket costs Learn how to navigate the US healthcare system with confidence and make informed decisions about your health care needs.
Location: MCoE, Student Pavilion, 321 Tempe campus
Curious about how to navigate career fairs in the U.S. as an international student? Learn what to expect, how to stand out, and when to start preparing. You'll practice delivering your pitch to mock recruiters, get real-time feedback, and gain insight into typical hiring timelines, follow-up strategies, and what U.S. employers look for. Whether it’s your first fair or you want to refine your approach, this session will boost your confidence and help you make a strong impression.
Location: SSV Amphitheater
Ever wondered what pursuing a Ph.D. is really like—both inside academia and beyond it? Join this interactive panel featuring two Ph.D. scholars: one from academia and one working in industry. They’ll share their experiences, insights, and advice on all things Ph.D.—from choosing a research topic and finding an advisor to managing workload, securing funding, navigating career paths, and staying motivated. Whether you're planning ahead or just exploring your options, this is your chance to hear it all, unfiltered and real, from both academic and industry perspectives.
Location: Zoom