International Community Resources

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• Our Stories

• International Community Stories Blog

• Cuture Resources

• About Culture

Culture is not an easy concept to grasp. What is culture? Check this out.
• Cultural Differences

When you visit another country, you take along your "cultural baggage" . ...
• Cultural Adjustment

When you visit another country you probably will face the "Culture Shock". How can you make a balance? This link will help.
• Stereotypes

Believe or not, you do have stereotypes. Why? Please check this link out.

• Culture Resources Text
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Download a print version of all four Culture Resources (803 KB PDF).

• ISU Links

• Resources and Programs at Iowa State University

Improve your English language skills, International Admissions, visa issues, and more

Resources and Programs for the International Community at Iowa State University

• International Students and Scholars

If you have questions related to your visa, I-20 or other issues, please visit this web site.

• International Student (multicultural) Organizations

Learn about international sudent organizations from this index.

• International Programs

This is another site that organizes several international programs around the campus.

• Language

• Intensive English and Orientation Program (IEOP)

• Are you looking for a way to help you improve your English language skills? You may be interested in this WebSite.

• SPEAK/TEACH (for international teaching assistants)

If you are an international teaching assistant and looking for a way to improve your spoken English, you definitely need to take a look at this site.

• Personal Issues

• Student Counseling Service

Provides prevention, intervention, information, and referral services to Iowa State students; and consultation and training to faculty and staff to assist them in addressing the psychological needs of students.

• Employee Assistance Program

• The EAP gives you timely and free access to confidential, professional services when you are facing a personal problem. The goal is to help you find solutions before the problem affects your health or job performance.

• Admissions

• International Admissions

Have you decided to join Iowa State University? This web site will tell you how to apply for admission, where to find a place to live.

• International Alumni Admissions Council

Did you graduate from Iowa State University? Are you interested in spreading the good news of the Cyclones? Please join us.

Academics

• Academic Assistance

The Dean of Students Office offers programs and services to enhance the quality of life, academic success, and holistic development of each individual student.

• International Women in Science and Engineering (IWISE)

If you are a woman in science or engineering, this link will give you some thoughs about your work.

Iowa

• Iowa Council for Intercultural Understanding

The Council currently administers a variety of programs which aim to connect Iowans with people, ideas and cultures from around the world, and is dedicated to international understanding between Iowans and the rest of the world.

• Winter Weather Awareness

This is an excellent, and engaging personal story-oriented site. Learn about how to prepare for cold-weather hazards, kinds of winter weather in Iowa, how to idenify, treat and prevent cold-weather illness, how to dress, and driving and walking in winter conditions.

What have we missed? Please let us know: internationalstories@iastate.edu.