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It’s our mission to enhance your college experience through the internationalization of campus. No matter your held identity, perspective, and worldview, there’s a place for everyone. Attend an upcoming event and learn more about how you can get involved.

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WHAT WE OFFER

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ORIENTATION

We help international students make the most of your time at UGA by helping them transition to the United States and to campus.

INTERNATIONAL COFFEE HOUR

A weekly gathering for students, faculty, staff, and community members to gather over free coffee, international cuisine, and good conversation.

STUDENT ORGS

Learn more and get connected with our student-led organizations.

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We are here for you. View our team's availability and schedule a meeting with us for a wide range of needs.

INTERNATIONAL STREET FESTIVAL

Free annual community event full of performances, activities, and food from all around the world.

CULTURAL NIGHTS

Join us for a passport-free journey through distinct traditions, mouthwatering bites, and vibrant beats from every corner of the world.

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Whether you’re excited or overwhelmed, we know you have a lot to navigate. We’re here to help.

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Whether you’re an international student looking for help or a global-minded student looking for ways to make new friends, we’re here for you. Check out our upcoming events, online resources, or schedule an in-person meeting with our team.

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LATEST NEWS

Animesh Paul is named 2025 recipient of the Saeeda Peermahomed Award

Animesh Paul, a third-year Ph.D student in Engineering Education and Transformative Practices in the College of Engineering is this year’s Saeeda Peermahomed Award recipient.

International Student Life celebrates Nowruz with the Persian Student Union 

The Persian Student Union hosted a celebration for Nowruz, or Persian New Year on March 28th. This celebration was one of the semester's Culture Nights, a series of events hosted by International Student Life.

African Graduate Students Forum hosts African Night

The walls of the Tate Reception Hall were decorated with African flags on Saturday, Feb. 22, representing the various native countries for members of the African Graduate Students Forum at the University of Georgia.

Flavorful Unity: Mayor of Athens-Clarke County Joins Student Organization for Taste of West Africa  

The African Graduate Students Forum (AGSF) at the University of Georgia hosted a Taste of West Africa event on September 28. Fostering community engagement, it brought together students, faculty, and esteemed guests from the university and local community, including the mayor of Athens-Clarke County, Kelly Girtz.
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