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Visiting the Arboretum and home group with 9 different countries represented! We love spending time together!

Winter Storm Tips for International Students!!
Winter weather can be very different from what you may be used to. Here are a few ways to stay safe and prepared.
Before the storm
• Check the weather forecast daily
• Stock up on water, snacks, and easy-to-make food
• Charge your phone and any power banks
• Set out warm clothes, blankets, and extra socks
During the storm
• Stay indoors if possible
• Avoid driving on icy or snowy roads
• Let faucets drip slightly to help prevent frozen pipes
• Check in with roommates or friends
If the power goes out
• Use flashlights instead of candles when possible
• Keep doors closed to stay warm
• Layer clothing and use blankets
• Save phone battery for emergencies
If this is your first winter storm, you are not alone. Ask questions, stay connected, and take it seriously. Your safety matters.
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After a relaxing holiday break, WELCOME BACK to the start of another school semester for our international students!

Now is the time to buckle back into the routine that you created during the first semester of the school year. Whatever your daily rituals look like, it’s important to prioritize building new connections, strong friendships, and finding a supportive community. This is where ISF can help!

➡️ Need a hangout spot on a Friday night with other internationals like you? Check out opportunities for home group.

➡️ Want to find ways to get more plugged in to your community? We can help.

➡️ Want to engage with others who understand the burdens and isolation that international students commonly face? ISF is here for you!

Seeing a Christmas concert at the Meyerson Symphony Orchestra to get in the Christmas spirit. How are you celebrating the Christmas break?

Fun at our last home group where we played games and enjoyed delicious food together. We also said “see you later” to our wonderful leader, Anna…we will miss her as she moves to her next adventure!

We’ve had a great time celebrating fall together recently by visiting the Dallas Arboretum and seeing the pumpkins together!

Join us this Thursday for Bible study at Anna’s!

“I remember when I first came, I was kinda nervous…even though I’d been to the USA before. Then I found ISF - and it felt like one big family.”
From day one to deep friendships, we’re here to make sure no one walks through this big transition alone.

GAME NIGHT!! This Friday night! We are joining with RUFI to have a fun night playing games and having dinner together. Please RSVP by the 25th!!

Do you have needs that you’re not sure whether ISF can help with? Ask us anyway!

Our mission at ISF is to help international students successfully transition to life in the US. Several of our main service areas include organizing things like home groups and community activities.

But if you have other needs, we want to hear about them!

Reach out to one of our staff members if you’re not sure whether ISF can help you with a specific need. We will do our best to help! And if we can’t, we will connect you with someone who can.

Comment INFO below and one of our staff members will contact you directly to discuss.