Northwestern University OISS

Such a meaningful evening at for “Brief Tender Light: A Conversation on International Student Journeys.”

Students from Brazil, Ireland, Tunisia, Uruguay, and Zambia shared their powerful stories as international students at —reflecting on both the challenges they’ve faced and the impact they’ve made on campus.

The conversation was moderated by our very own OISS Director, Sara Thurston, and featured clips from the film Brief Tender Light, which follows the journeys of four African students at MIT.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for this thoughtful event!

Our office had the pleasure of welcoming Law School scholars from the Chicago Campus! Great to finally connect in person.

Welcoming our new international students for spring quarter with the ever-popular Midwest 101 session! OISS is excited to have you here!

Happy Holidays from the Office of International Student and Scholar Services (OISS)!
Wishing you a peaceful holiday season and a wonderful start to 2025. 💜

Please note that the OISS office will be closed until January 1, 2025.

We will be back on January 2, 2025 (virtual services only).
In-person services will resume on January 6, 2025.

Enjoy the holidays, and we look forward to seeing you in the new year!

🎄❄️ Holiday Office Hours Alert! ❄️🎄
Please note our adjusted schedule during this holiday season:

📅 Dec 13-23: Virtual services only (no in-person services)
📅 Dec 24-Jan 1: Northwestern is closed for Winter Recess
📅 Jan 2-3: Virtual services only (no in-person services)
🗓️ Regular hours resume 1/6/2024

For more details about office hours and winter break, please visit: https://www.northwestern.edu/international/about/our-office/

Stay warm and happy holidays!

Planning to Travel During Winter Break?

Before you go, make sure your I-20 or DS-2019 has a valid travel signature! Submit a reprint I-20 or DS-2019 request via OISS Portal.

Processing takes up to 5 business days, so don’t wait—submit your request early!
Once processed, you’ll get an email notification with instructions to access your updated document in the OISS Portal.

To learn more about travel guidance for F-1 & J-1 students, please visit : https://www.northwestern.edu/international/resources/travel/f1-and-j1-travel.html

Kick off the winter holiday season with OISS and ATLAS scholars for an afternoon of hot chai, connection, and conversation.

Join us on Wednesday, December 11th from 2 PM - 4 PM at OISS Student Office, 630 Dartmouth Place, Evanston, IL.
All beverages and supplies will be provided by OISS.

Got a last-minute question for your advisors? Don’t stress! We’ve got you covered with Virtual Drop-In (Web-In) Wednesday, happening from 12–3 PM. Join us here: https://planitpurple.northwestern.edu/event/619347

As Thanksgiving week approaches, OISS has updated holiday hours!
From November 25-27, 2024, OISS will offer remote assistance only. If you need support during this time, please contact [email protected].

OISS will be fully closed for all services on November 28-29, 2024, for Thanksgiving break.

If an emergency arises outside during our closure, please click this resource to learn what to do when OISS is closed : https://www.northwestern.edu/international/about/our-office/when-oiss-is-closed.html