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OIS Anniversary

75 years of dedication

We're celebrating our 75th anniversary in the 2018-19 academic year. In 1943, President Herman B Wells appointed Leo R. Dowling as counselor for foreign students. In the 75 years since, IU has attracted thousands of the best students and scholars from around the world, and OIS is committed to serving them with excellence.

29International students at IU in 1943

9,893International students and scholars at IU in 2017

0.36%of IU students that were international in 1943

9.37%of IU students that were international in 2017

Anniversary Celebration

September 7, 2018, 4-6 p.m.

Join us September 7, 2018, 4-6 p.m. in Dunn Meadow to kick off our anniversary year with music, free food, and fun activities.

Thanks to our sponsors

The IU Bicentennial Office, IU Alumni Association, Office of the Vice President for International Affairs, and Herff Jones.

Honoring our legacy, looking to the future

We will use the 2018-19 year to:

Celebrate our long history of dedicated commitment to international students and scholars
Highlight the positive impact IU's international students and scholars have had on the state of Indiana, our nation, and the world
Encourage all members of the university to play an active role in welcoming international students and scholars to IU and supporting their full involvement in the community
Continue our advocacy for international students and scholars locally and nationally