International Student Council

International Student Council Established in 1973, the International Student Council brings together international student organizations at Southern Illinois University – Carbondale.

Diversity. Culture. Community. The International Student Council (ISC) is one of the largest Registered Student Organizations (RSOs) at Southern Illinois University Carbondale (SIUC). The ISC was formed in 1973 as an umbrella organization, which facilitates all registered international student associations on campus. ISC’s primary objective is to represent the interests of international students t

hat are studying and/or working at SIUC to organize activities and events which present the culture and traditions from most nations around the world and reveal the diversity of the SIUC campus.

The International Fall Games 2026 are here!Get ready to bring your energy, teamwork, and competitive spirit! Join the In...
09/04/2026

The International Fall Games 2026 are here!

Get ready to bring your energy, teamwork, and competitive spirit! Join the International Student Council (ISC) on October 9–11 at the Student Recreation Center for three days of friendly competition and connection.

Games includes:
⚽ Soccer
🏏 Cricket
🏐 Volleyball
🏸 Badminton
🏓 Ping Pong
♟️ Chess
🏃‍♀️ Fun Run
& more!

Whether you’re here to compete or just have fun, come play, connect, and celebrate our vibrant Global Saluki community!

Registration is now open! Stay tuned for more details on schedules, teams, and event updates.

A little glimpse of our first International Coffee Hour of the semester!It was really nice seeing people come together, ...
09/04/2026

A little glimpse of our first International Coffee Hour of the semester!

It was really nice seeing people come together, grab a cup of coffee, and just spend some time talking and getting to know each other. Sometimes, it’s the simple conversations that make you feel a little more at home.

And this isn’t a one-time thing! International Coffee Hour happens every Friday, while classes are in session, from 3:00–4:30 PM at the Center for International Education.

We would love to express our deep gratitude to the Center for International Education for hosting the event and to the International Friends Club for co-sponsoring the event with us!

So if you’re around, come stop by, grab some coffee, and say hi. We’d love to see you on Fridays!

09/01/2026

Looking back on our first International Coffee Hour of the semester, held on August 21!

Thank you to everyone who joined us as we welcomed the new semester with great conversations and a positive spirit. It was wonderful to see both familiar and new faces come together and connect.

A special thank you to the Center for International Education (CIE) for hosting us and to the International Friends Club for co-sponsoring the event with us!

Thank you again to everyone who attended. We’re excited for more opportunities to connect throughout the rest of the semester, and we hope to see you at our future events!

Maybe being our Secretary is your calling!If you’re someone who keeps things organized, pays attention to the little det...
08/26/2026

Maybe being our Secretary is your calling!

If you’re someone who keeps things organized, pays attention to the little details, and genuinely wants to help make our international student community better, we’d love to have you on the team.

Our Secretary plays an important role in keeping ISC connected, organized, and moving forward. If you’ve been looking for a way to get more involved and make a meaningful impact, maybe this is your sign.

Deadline to apply is September 25.

Think this could be you? We’re waiting to hear from you.

Curious about the International Student Council?Want to meet new people, get involved, and find your place in SIU’s glob...
08/19/2026

Curious about the International Student Council?

Want to meet new people, get involved, and find your place in SIU’s global community? Stop by the International Student Council table at the Fall 2026 Involvement Fair!

Thursday, August 20, 2026
5:00–7:00 PM
Faner Plaza

Come meet the ISC Board, learn more about what we do, discover upcoming events, and ask us anything about campus life.

We’d love to meet you and welcome you into the Global Salukis community. See you there!

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Save the Date for the First International Coffee Hour of the SemesterTake a break, grab a cup of coffee, and connect wit...
08/19/2026

Save the Date for the First International Coffee Hour of the Semester

Take a break, grab a cup of coffee, and connect with friends—old and new—from around the world!

Join us for an afternoon of coffee, friendly conversation, and a chance to unwind as we wrap up the summer. Enjoy some coffee, light refreshments, and good company while meeting people from different corners of the world. Whether you’re an international student, a domestic student, faculty, staff, or simply looking to meet new people, everyone is welcome!

Date: August 21, 2026
Time: 3:00 – 4:30 PM *While classes are in session.
Location: Center for International Education (CIE)
425 Clocktower Dr., Carbondale, IL 62901

Come as you are, bring a friend, and stay awhile. We hope to see you there!

Hosted by Center for International Education.
Sponsored by the International Student Council (ISC) and International Friends Club (IFC).

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Welcome back, Global Salukis!Today marks the first day of the Fall 2026 semester, the beginning of another chapter, fill...
08/17/2026

Welcome back, Global Salukis!

Today marks the first day of the Fall 2026 semester, the beginning of another chapter, filled with new possibilities, familiar faces, and people we have yet to meet.

For those returning, may this semester bring you back to the people and places that make SIU feel like home. For those just beginning your journey, we hope you find friendships, communities, and little moments that make this place feel like home too.

Take the time to reconnect. Be curious enough to discover something new. And wherever this semester takes you, we hope you always find a place where you belong.

We are glad you are here!

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And just like that, International Student Orientation Week has come to an end!To our Fall 2026 international students, w...
08/16/2026

And just like that, International Student Orientation Week has come to an end!

To our Fall 2026 international students, we hope you’ve made new friends, discovered your new home, and found a community that makes you feel welcome.

Tomorrow marks the start of a new semester, and we hope you have the best first day! We can’t wait to see all the memories and experiences you’ll make along the way.

Welcome to SIU and to our international community!

A little look back at the World of Welcome!Our ISC board was excited to introduce our newest international students to t...
08/15/2026

A little look back at the World of Welcome!

Our ISC board was excited to introduce our newest international students to the different RSOs under the ISC umbrella and give them a chance to learn more about the communities they can get involved with at SIU.

Thank you to all the RSO leaders who came out to table and welcome our new Salukis! We also appreciate our ISC leaders for helping make WoW happen and being there throughout the event.

And a special thank you to the Center for International Education (CIE) for supporting us with everything we needed for the event!

We’re excited to see where this semester takes our newest international students. Here’s to a great start to Fall 2026!

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