# Home
**Source**: https://isss.illinois.edu/
International Student and Scholar Services
### **ISSS Announcements**
Review important updates and notices from International Student and Scholar Services at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
[View All](https://blogs.illinois.edu/view/8569)
[**View THE International Stories** **BLOG**](https://blogs.illinois.edu/view/6758)
> International Student and Scholar Services is committed to providing culturally sensitive services of the highest quality. We strive to create an environment that is conducive to a successful educational, personal, and professional experience. We serve our international population and campus units through advising, immigration services, programming, advocacy, and outreach.
## Calendar
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- Tuesday, March 17, 12:00 pm
[Bollywood Dance Jam](https://calendars.illinois.edu/detail/3715/33546597)
- Tuesday, March 17, 1:30 pm
[Express Advising Tuesdays for Students!](https://calendars.illinois.edu/detail/3715/33538636)
- Tuesday, March 17, 3:30 pm
[GUIDE Session: Intercultural Conflict Series: Part 2 - Navigating Intercultural Conflict](https://calendars.illinois.edu/detail/3715/33539574)
- Friday, March 20, 1:30 pm
[Express Advising Fridays for Students!](https://calendars.illinois.edu/detail/3715/33538612)
[View All Upcoming Events](https://calendars.illinois.edu/list/3715)
## Quick Links
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[Update Address (Students)](https://isss.illinois.edu/students/f1j1-nonimmstatus/update-address/)
[Travel Endorsements](https://isss.illinois.edu/students/f1j1-travel/missed-endorsements/)
[New International Student Check-In](https://isss.illinois.edu/students/check-in/)
[Scholar Check-In](https://isss.illinois.edu/scholars/when-you-arrive/)
[Optional Practical Training (OPT)](https://isss.illinois.edu/students/employment/f1-opt/)
[Curricular Practical Training (CPT)](https://isss.illinois.edu/students/employment/f1-cpt/)
[Scam Safety](https://isss.illinois.edu/resources/scam-safety/)
## International Students
The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign proudly welcomes students the second largest population of international students among public U.S. universities. Discover pre-arrival information, check-in requirements, resources for maintaining your F-1/J-1 student status, and much more.
[Student Information](https://isss.illinois.edu/isss.illinois.edu/students/)
## International Faculty, Staff, and Scholars
More than 1,500 international faculty, staff, and visiting scholars work and conduct research at the university each year. Find guidance for navigating the campus and local community as well as resources for your specific nonimmigrant status.
[Scholar Information](https://isss.illinois.edu/scholars/)
## Hosting and Hiring Units
ISSS works with university departments to host, hire, and support international visitors, scholars, and employees. Explore guidelines for hiring, paying, and welcoming visitors within your department.
[Departmental Information](https://isss.illinois.edu/departments/)
## Training and Programs
ISSS fosters global connection among the university’s international and domestic populations through socio-cultural events, workshops, student and scholar panels, and coaching that enrich the student and scholar experience.
[Event and Activity Information](https://isss.illinois.edu/training-programs/)
## Resources
ISSS maintains a detailed information for students, faculty, staff, and scholars regarding common questions like driving, taxes, safety, health insurance, and much more.
[Explore Resources](https://isss.illinois.edu/resources/)
## About ISSS
ISSS is located in the International Studies Building at 910 S. Fifth St. in Champaign. Occupying the first floor, the dedicated ISSS staff support the university’s international population through a range of critical services.