International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) is part of the Concordia International Center with a focus on supporting intemational students and scholars from orientation to graduation/post- graduation work experence.
Our vision
Our vision is to create a welcoming, supportive and culturally enriching campus experience for our international students/scholars and build a strong global community of Concordians in mind, body, and spirit.
Our mission
We provide advising on F and J visa regulations, provide assistance with travel guidelines, serve as a liaison between academic advising and student visa compliance, offer guidance on obtaining social security numbers, assist with on or off campus employment for international students/scholars, and applications for curricular practical training, optional practical training opportunities and visa extensions. We offer assistance with everyday life including information on food services, housing, transportation, health insurance, banking, tax preparation and assist our international students with appropriate referrals as needed. The ISSS also plans cultural programming with monthly or more cultural events for our international students, and opportunities for our international students to meet and mix with domestic students for enriching cultural exchange.
The work of ISSS
- Advising sessions in person and on Zoom
- Cultural programs and planning
- Workshops
- Newsletter
Connect with us
International Center Hours: 9am - 6pm
Phone: 262-243-2111
General Inquiry Email: cic@cuw.edu
International Student Hub
Navigate to the International Student Hub to learn more about:
- I-94 Submissions
- CPT Requests
- Dependent Information (add/remove)
- OPT I-20 Request & Guidance
- Request I-20 Travel Signature
- Social Security Information
- ...and more
Meet the ISSS team
Chris Gallagher
Director of International Student & Scholar Services
Walk in Advising: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm.
Office: KA115
Phone Number: 262-243-4550
Email: Chris.Gallagher@cuw.edu
Jessie Peters
Immigration Coordinator
Walk in Advising: Every Monday, Tuesday, and Friday afternoon from 1-4pm in person.
Virtual Meeting: Schedule an appointment through her Calendly.
Office: KA117A
Phone Number: 262-243-2110
Email: Jessica.Peters@cuw.edu
Meet our international peer advisors
Afreen Unnisa
My favorite part of working for Concordia International Center is that I get to interact with different people make new friends and also, I like the cultural events which we celebrate.
Get to know me:
- I’m from Hyderabad, India
- I’m pursuing my Master's in Business Analytics
- I like reading books, watching movies and cooking
Diane Kollie
My favorite part of working for Concordia International Center is that I get to interact with people from different places, it's fun helping others out and learning about their cultures.
Get to know me:
- I'm from Liberia
- I'm a Sophomore in Public Health Pre-Clinical Concentraion
- I like fashion, dancing to afrobeats, singing and reading
Mishwa Parikh
Hi everyone, I like working at Concordia international services as we get the chance to meet and greet new people. Let’s explore different cultures together!
Get to know me:
- I am from Gujarat, India
- I am pursuing an MBA in marketing
- I like dancing, making new friends and exploring new places
Surekha Pamidimukkala
I like working at Concordia International Center becuase it allows me to connect with students from different backgrounds. It's enjoyable to offer assistance and discover new cultures.
Get to know me:
- I’m from Vijayawada, India
- I’m pursuing a Master’s in Computer science.
- I like cooking, exploring new places, listening to music and reading Telugu novels
Barnie, Kwame Abebrese
I like working at Concordia International Center as I get the chance to meet people from different mind sets, I really love it. Let’s explore together.
Get to know me:
- I’m from Ghana
- I’m pursuing a Master’s in Business and Information Systems
- I like soccer, video games, and hiking
