Our International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS) team welcomes all new international students and scholars to our flagship campus, serving as the touchpoint for all of your questions about immigration, transitioning to the U.S., and making on-campus connections. We aim to provide a welcoming environment to promote and facilitate a successful educational, professional and personal experience for our international community.
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Due to the limited impact on University of Maryland Community ISSS is reposting its FAQs on the Presidential Proclamation 10043. If you have concerns about how this proclamation may affect you, please connect with an ISSS advisor.
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ISSS News
Boren Fellow & Peace Corps Alum Explores HIV Stigma in Ugandan Refugee Communities
Share how you first discovered the Boren Awards. What drew you to the program, and why did you decide to apply?
Global STEWARDS program announces 2025 cohort
The UMD Global STEWARDS program welcomed its newest cohort of graduate student fellows this month. The 10 new Global STEWARDS Fellows come from four UMD schools and colleges (SPH, AGNR, AEED and CMNS).
UMD Hosts Korean STEM Students for Immersive Campus Experience
During IEW last November, as part of a new IIE Korea-U.S. initiative promoting STEM exchanges and collaboration, the Global Learning Initiatives (GLI) team hosted 30 undergraduate students from Korea at UMD, underscoring UMD's commitment to foster global partnerships and create meaningful cultural and academic exchanges by showcasing the university as a hub for international collaboration and innovation.
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Maryland's commitment to staying ahead of the curve in the ever-evolving field of Information Systems, through its cutting-edge curriculum and interdisciplinary approach, provides me with the tools to turn over a new leaf and transform my passion for technology into a flourishing career.