International Education

The Office of International Education promotes and facilitates study abroad and campus exchanges, and acts as a liaison to the university for international students. The office aims to provide all students with an international perspective and global awareness by developing international educational programs and activities.

General

• Advise international students regarding social and acculturation issues
• Support and advise international and cultural groups
• Mentor and maintain regular contact with students in assigned Diwani group
• Collaborate with other offices, departments, and branch campuses to organize student programs that incorporate a cultural and/or international perspective (see below for listing)

Educational Programs

• Pizza & Politics
• International Day: Connecting Cultures
• World Religions Day
• Big Questions Dinner: Collaborative program with the Office of Personal Development
• Peer Facilitators Training
• Food for Thought
• International Education Week: Collaborative program with Qatar Foundation and other Education City centers

Study Abroad and Exchange Programs

• Advise students who wish to study abroad regarding programs and options
• Organize orientation programs for students who study abroad
• Plan workshops on cultural adjustment, reentry issues, and other related topics
• Liaise with the Office of International Education in Pittsburgh to facilitate study abroad and campus exchange programs

Immigration

• Advise international students regarding immigration/visa procedures
• Liaise with the Qatar Foundation to process residency permit and exit visa requests for QF-sponsored international students
• Inform international students about changes in immigration regulations and about upcoming events