How to Intentionally Integrate International Students into Campus Life

Thursday, October 10, 2024

10:30 AM – 11:45 AM PDT

Location: Pavilion C

Presenter(s)

Beth Carter

International Student Advisor, DSO
Green River College
Erica Swenson

Program Manager
Green River College

Chair and Presenter(s)

Veronica Zimmerman (she/her/hers)

International Student Advisor
Green River College

Slides

Presentation Description: Connectedness and integration are essential to student satisfaction, success, and retention. International students are integral to our diverse student body but often struggle to fully participate in campus life. This session reviews how Green River College created intentional touch points and programs to integrate international students into campus life that met their interests and needs at every stage of their lifecycle . Attendees will brainstorm how they can create opportunities for campus connectedness with and for their international students.

Learning Objectives:

Identify international students' need for and interest in campus connectedness at each stage of the student lifecycle
Examine how to solicit feedback from international students to strengthen campus connectedness and integration
Develop and prioritize action steps to connect their international students to campus resources and leadership, employment, and social opportunities