Working in International Students and Scholar Services as Nondesignated School Officers: Holistic Support for International Students

Thursday, June 2, 2022

11:30 AM – 11:55 AM MDT

Location: Room 605/607

Presenters discuss their unique roles within an international student and scholar services (ISSS) office as non-designated school officers who support international students through holistic advising, professional development, advocacy, proactive outreach, basic immigration advising, and more. Presenters share examples of successful practices and the benefits of having such roles in an ISSS office.

Learning Objectives:

Understand the importance of a holistic advising and advocacy role at an international office.
Identify and use holistic support strategies to increase international student satisfaction and retention.

Chair and Presenter(s)

Bianca Chau, MA

International Student Success Advisor
San Diego State University International Student Center

Presenter(s)

Yingna (Miffy) Yuan

Program Director
San Diego State University Global Campus