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Kent State University International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS)

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Kent State University International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS)

Kent State University has 1,500+ international students from 100 countries. ISSS offers immigration advising, cultural events, & more. Go Flashes!

05/15/2026

Our ISSS Student Spotlight this week is Montserrat Luna!
Country of Origin: México

What is your favorite thing about Kent State?
What I love the most about Kent State is all the amazing opportunities there are to get involved in our community! As a rising fashion merchandising sophomore, I’ve gotten to do so many things that I would have never even dreamed of: modeling in fashion shows, doing photoshoots, getting to learn from industry giants, and more! Don’t be afraid to be involved and show up!
(And of course I love the friends that I’ve made here!)

What advice would you give another international student?
Be yourself always! Coming to a new place where you don’t know anyone can be a nerve-wracking experience, but I promise you that you will find your people, and they will make you feel like you’ve known them your whole life!
Don’t be afraid to share your culture, always be proud of where you come from, and never lose sight of your goals!

What’s your favorite song/album/artist?
Current favorite: Risk It All - Bruno Mars

Where is the best place you have travelled to?
I’ve gotten the chance to travel to many places with my parents! But my favorites have definitely been Egypt and Turkey!

05/05/2026

Our ISSS Student Spotlight this week is Tanzila Rahman Simi!
Country of Origin: Bangladesh

What is your favorite thing about Kent State?
The best thing about studying at Kent State University is the numerous opportunities that the university provides to students to develop their personalities outside of the class as well. Specifically, I have had a chance to work as a research assistant under the supervision of one of my professors, and I have also managed to be a member of the Honors College program and I was also selected for the ESDRI research fellowship, which helped me become better at practical skills rather than just theoretical knowledge.

Why do you want to study in the United States?
The reason why I would like to study in the U.S. is that it provides great academic courses, research work, and experience. As a student at Kent State University, I have benefited from my research and involvement on campus.

What advice would you give another international student?
The best suggestion I can give is to be confident and don’t fear anything. Many obstacles are going to come your way; however, you should consider them experiences rather than problems. Regardless of how tough they are, they will definitely provide you with some learning.

What is your favorite food?
Fish curry, Fish fry, Biriyani

Where is the best place you have travelled to?
Niagara waterfalls

04/28/2026

The last Cultural Café of the semester was a success! We had so much fun learning about German culture and trying popular dishes. Make sure to look out for the upcoming Fall semester Cultural Cafés! Are you interested in sharing your culture with the KSU community? Check out our interest form to submit your interest! 🌍⚡️

https://forms.office.com/r/PXXVEDGUBZ?origin=lprLink

04/27/2026

Want to share your culture with the Kent State community? We are looking for student presenters for the Fall 2026 Cultural Cafés! Scan the QR Code to submit your interest.

04/20/2026

THIS WEEK 🚨🗓️

Join us this Wednesday to learn all about Germany! 🇩🇪
📍Kent State Student Center Ballroom Balcony
🗓️ Wednesday, April 22nd
🕛 12:00-1:30 PM

All are welcome, bring your friends!

04/14/2026

Join us for Cultural Café featuring Germany! 🇩🇪☕️🌍
Meet our presenter, Emilia Pekarek, learn about German culture, and enjoy FREE lunch 🍽️
📍Kent State Student Center Ballroom Balcony
🗓️ Wednesday, April 22nd
🕛 12:00-1:30 PM

All are welcome, bring your friends!

04/13/2026

One of our campus partners, The Office of Intercultural Student Life is inviting you to be a part of their upcoming Student Focus Groups! This is your opportunity to share your experiences, provide feedback and help shape how ISL supports students.

🗓️Session Dates:
• April 21, 3:00pm -4:30pm
• April 29, 1:00pm -2:30pm
• April 30, 10:30am -12:00pm
📍Location:
Office of the SVP of Student Life Conference Room. 2nd Floor, Kent Student Center
🎟️ Attend and be entered into a raffle to win $25 FlashCash!

04/09/2026

Student Legal Services is offering Intercultural Drop-In Hours!

Consult with a Student Legal Services attorney for FREE about your legal questions!

🗓️April 15
⏰ 2:00 PM-4:00 PM
📍Located in: Office of Intercultural Student Life (Kent State Student Center, 219)

04/06/2026

The second Cultural Café was a success! We had so much fun learning about the Rwandan culture and tasting the delicious cuisine. Each month, students, faculty, and staff are invited to the event with free lunch that seeks to educate and familiarize them with the countries and cultures present within the KSU community. Join us for the next Cultural Café on April 22nd to learn about Germany! 🌍⚡️

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Mark your calendar:
Wednesday, April 22nd, 12:00 PM- 1:30 PM
KSC Ballroom Balcony

04/02/2026

The Office of Global Education is hosting I Heart Travel Week! From April 6-10, 2026, there will be many fun and informational events, both virtual and in-person. Learn more about education abroad, celebrate current and past students who have studied abroad, and engage with international activities on campus!

Check out the link below for our schedule of activities! ❤️🌎

https://www.kent.edu/globaleducation/i-heart-travel-week❤️

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Kent, OH
44242

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 3pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	10am - 3pm
Thursday	10am - 3pm
Friday	10am - 3pm

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http://www.kent.edu/isss, http://twitter.com/kentstateisss

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