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There are so many things to do, people to meet, and places to see around IU Bloomington. Year-round events give international students like you ways to explore cultures, languages, and make new friends from around the world.

Each fall, OIS hosts International Education Week, which includes dozens of international-themed events such as IU World’s Fare and a photo contest. Mark your calendar for this exciting week!

Student organizations

IU offers many international- and multicultural-focused student organizations.

Conversation partners

Practice a language one-on-one with a conversation partner who is a native speaker.

Practical English Tutorials

Practice your conversational English in an informal setting twice a week with Practical English Tutorials (PET).

Grad-Scholar Connect

Grad students, scholars, and their families are invited to meet new friends through Grad-Scholar Connect.

Noon concert series

Hear free performances by other international students at our noon concert series.

Exploring nature

OIS and IU Outdoor Adventures host special trips and activities for international students and scholars.

Upcoming events

Make plans to attend these upcoming OIS events with your friends! You can also see what’s happening all over campus on the IU Bloomington events calendar.

Practical English Tutorials (PET)

Tuesday, March 28, 2023

6:30 p.m.—7:30 p.m.

Join us tonight for a Practical English Tutorials session!

Practical English Tutorials (PET)

Thursday, March 30, 2023

6:30 p.m.—7:30 p.m.

Join us tonight for a Practical English Tutorials session!

Exploring Nature: Marengo Caves

Sunday, April 2, 2023

9 a.m.—3:30 p.m.

Attention all international students and scholars! Join IU Outdoor Adventures (IUOA) and the Office of International Services for a fun underground experience at Marengo Caves!

Practical English Tutorials (PET)

Tuesday, April 4, 2023

6:30 p.m.—7:30 p.m.

Join us tonight for a Practical English Tutorials session!

OIS at First Thursdays

Thursday, April 6, 2023

5 p.m.—8 p.m.

Attention students and scholars! Join us at the First Thursday festival to play some fun strategy games from various parts of Asia and the Pacific Islands. We will have multiple games to play and priz...Read more

Practical English Tutorials (PET)

Thursday, April 6, 2023

6:30 p.m.—7:30 p.m.

Join us tonight for a Practical English Tutorials session!

Exploring Nature: Ziplining in Brown County

Saturday, April 8, 2023

All day

Attention international students and scholars! Join IU Outdoor Adventures (IUOA) and the Office of International Services for a ziplining tour of Brown County with eXplore Brown County!

Practical English Tutorials (PET)

Tuesday, April 11, 2023

6:30 p.m.—7:30 p.m.

Join us tonight for a Practical English Tutorials session!

Practical English Tutorials (PET)

Thursday, April 13, 2023

6:30 p.m.—7:30 p.m.

Join us tonight for a Practical English Tutorials session!

Practical English Tutorials (PET)

Tuesday, April 18, 2023

6:30 p.m.—7:30 p.m.

Join us tonight for a Practical English Tutorials session!