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International Student and Scholar Services actively works to create a welcoming environment for our international students and to create and work with organizations that promote inclusive events on campus and in the community.

Upcoming Events

05
Feb
2025
Global Hangout
Wednesday, 6:00pm - 7:00pm | International Student Services - Lucille Little Fine Arts Building

Global Hangouts are opportunities for international students to connect with each other for fun, food and socializing.

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12
Feb
2025
OPT Workshop
Wednesday, 9:00am - 10:30am | Stuckert Classroom 101

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14
Feb
2025
International Student Career Day
Friday, 12:00pm - 5:00pm | The Cornerstone

International Career Day is a unique opportunity for international students to ignite their careers and gain insights from experts and fellow internat...

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International Student Leadership Team

The International Student Leadership Team works with ISSS and other departments to develop and promote events and programs for international and domestic students. With a variety of cultural, academic and social events, ISLT provides an environment to build a sense of belonging at UK. Get involved on campus by attending an ISLT event or contacting someone on our team. For more information, please email...

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International Hospitality Program

he International Hospitality Program (IHP) helps students develop a more personal, positive understanding of America, while allowing First Friends to develop a greater understanding of the world. The mission of IHP is to promote cross-cultural learning between First Friends and international students, provide international students with a culturally rich experience outside the classroom, and offer local residents the opportunity to make international friends.

How do we match First Friends with students?

On the basis of common interests, students are matched with volunteer IHP First Friends for one year. First Friends include students in some of the things they ordinarily do and enjoy, such as: picnics, sporting events, sightseeing, concerts, movies, hiking, shopping, or conversation and coffee. The activities will reflect individual interests and will offer an informal and easy relationship where each can come to know and appreciate the other. Monthly visits or phone calls are recommended. IHP connections can become the basis for a lasting friendship, sometimes renewed by a visit to the student's home country.

What events does IHP sponsor?

Regular IHP events include a potluck or chili supper, an ice cream social, shopping trips, airport pickups, and an annual IHP-Rotary Club picnic. Contact Karen Slaymaker at karen.slaymaker@uky.edu for more information.

Past IHP Events