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International Student Services
and Programs
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Student Affairs
Joyal Administration, Room 211
559.278.2782 & FAX: 559.278.7879
559.278.2409 & FAX: 559.278.7011 (Admissions)
www.csufresno.edu/issp
LUCIA HAMMAR, Director
CAROLINE WILLIAMS, Assistant Director
International Community. California State University, Fresno enjoys a large international student community. Our multicultural staff is committed to international student success, as stated in our mission statement. We provide a supportive environment that allows students to make the most of their educational experience.
International Student Services and Programs
Our international admissions staff will process your application for admission. The program sends inter-national students information regarding arrival in the United States, visa and immigration, housing in the Fresno area, and registration after students are admitted. After arrival, the staff guides students through orientation. International students may need to enroll in English courses offered by the Linguistics Department during their first semester, or a course in American culture and society. (See International Programs, Campus Program under the Special Programs section.) Visit our Web site for the latest information (see top of this page).
Learn about Americans by making friends with families through our International Friendship Program.
Enjoy recreational activities with fellow classmates by participating in trips and activities.
Opportunities. Share your country and culture with the Fresno community and the Fresno State campus by speaking to small groups through our Exploring Global Diversity - International Coffee Hour series.
Join an international club or any of the 200 other organizations available on campus. Participate in and enjoy the varied cultural programs during the year, such as International Culture Night.
A computer terminal is available for electronic mail.
The international student services staff members take a personal interest in helping you adjust to the academic environment and resolve personal concerns, such as financial assistance, immigration matters, and personal needs. Agency and foreign government-sponsored students participate in our Sponsored Student Program.
We offer you good weather, a reasonable cost of living, and excellent
selections in undergraduate and graduate academic programs. We care about
your development as a whole person; we want your stay in the United States
to be worthwhile. We believe your experience and involvement in the United
States will enrich your life, as well as our university. We look forward
to sharing this experience with you.
Mission Statement
Our mission is to provide student-centered programs of the highest quality for international students, staff, and faculty at California State University, Fresno.
We are committed to
- providing a warm and informative welcome to international students and recognizing their importance and their contributions to the campus and the Fresno community;
- providing appropriate services and assistance to international students so they do not face challenges alone;
- working with international students to assist with their adjustment and understanding of their new environment in a comfortable setting where they have opportunities and encouragement to pursue their dreams, be involved in the university community, and have their efforts recognized;
- encouraging international students to ask questions and offer suggestions while we address their concerns with respect, reassurance, and understanding;
- serving as a resource to faculty and staff to facilitate international exchange, enhance cross-cultural communication, and support international endeavors;
- providing information to prospective students and parents about the university and the quality of available educational experiences that enhance and promote the continued flow of students from nations around the world; and
- offering our friendship today and tomorrow as we work together to dream
and build a better world.
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