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International Student Services

SCAD, Savannah, Broughton Street International Festival, Students perform in traditional costumes

Students from approximately 80 countries attend the Savannah College of Art and Design to take advantage of the unique learning environment offered. Full-time advisers assist with the transition of international students into American culture and the college environment. Orientation for new international students takes place at the beginning of each term and is coordinated by ISSO advisers.

All students are encouraged to participate in the activities planned by the Intercultural Student Association, formed to promote cross-cultural contact and communication among students and the community.

Orientation for new international students takes place at the beginning of each quarter and is coordinated by ISSO advisers who address questions concerning academics, college life, cross-cultural issues, employment, health care, housing, safety, immigration, insurance, scholarships, taxes, travel and personal matters. The advisers inform international students about upcoming events and changes in immigration or visa-related regulations.

Annual events and activities include the Taste of the World food festival, "Far From Home" student art exhibition, the International Festival, ski trips to North Carolina, excursions to Disney World in Orlando, Fla., and white water rafting in Tennessee. ISA also sponsors international movie nights, shopping trips and community service programs. Events and programs are posted in the ISSO Newsletter (a weekly e-mail listserv).

SCAD, Savannah, canoe trip

ISSO distributes an e-mail each week containing information about events and important announcements for the SCAD international student community. To join the mailing list, e-mail ISSO.

Location
Habersham Hall
235 Habersham St.
Office hours are 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Monday-Friday.
Phone: 912.525.7304
Fax: 912.525.7305
E-mail:ISSO

Mailing address
Savannah College of Art and Design
International Student Services Office (ISSO)
P.O. Box 3146
Savannah, GA 31402-3146 USA