Welcome Note from the International Student Organization

Karibu! Hos geldiniz! Zdravei!

Privet! Bienvenu! Willkomen!   Bienvenida!

Néih hóu!   Konnichi wa! Benvenuto! Welkom!

Mottakelse! Akwaaba! Salaam! Ciao!

Namaskaar! Hola!   Welcome !

Dear New International Student,

Welcome to Oberlin College! We are very excited that you have chosen Oberlin and look forward to meeting you here. As officers of the International Student Organization (ISO) we would like to invite you to join our diverse international community. Oberlin is a culturally rich college and you will find yourself surrounded by peers who represent many different countries and backgrounds. Here one makes friends that last a lifetime.

The main function of ISO is to bring international students together. We do that in many ways: by organizing trips, monthly breakfasts, banquets, study breaks, and by collaborating with other groups on campus that organize social and cultural activities throughout the year. During orientation, international upperclassmen and ISO officers will be available to provide academic, employment, and other general advice and guidance.

Most international students face some form of culture shock on their arrival in the United States. We have been through the same experience and are here to guide you in finding your place in the community. The ISO plays an important role in this process. We understand that you have made a big decision in coming here. Be assured that we will be with you in every step of the way, helping you with whatever you might need. By using the ISO as your stepping-stone, you will find it easier to integrate yourself into the Oberlin community.

You are about to embark on an interesting journey and we wish you all the best. Have a great summer and we will see you soon!

With warm Regards,

The ISO Committee