The University Relations team is ready to hit the road and will be attending all of the NAFSA regional conferences throughout the country - and even into Canada! We hope you’ll stop by our booth to say hello or join one of our many sessions on crisis management. As many of you are still welcoming students to campus and getting them settled into the new school year, we want to remind you that we’re here to help with insurance options for international students, OPT students, scholars, dependents and study abroad programs. We’d love to connect and see how we can support your needs.
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Sincerely,
Jennifer Frankel
On behalf of the ISI Team |
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If your international students and scholars still need insurance, we offer a variety of plans that can be purchased year-round. Our international health insurance plans are designed with students in mind, providing coverage for doctor visits, hospitalization, emergency medical evacuation, repatriation of remains, and more. Our plans are suitable for F1, J1, M1, and OPT, as well as dependents and study abroad programs. |
Get Ready for NAFSA Regionals |
We are excited to hit the road and attend all of the NAFSA regionals this year! We look forward to discussing how we can support your international students and scholars. This year we have our team exhibiting as well as presenting: |
Regions I/II, III, VII, VIII |
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Our team will be presenting on the following topic:
A Crisis Toolkit: the Critical Role of Collaboration in Navigating International Student Crises
You can’t predict student crises. So, the next best thing is to be prepared for them. This session will discuss the key players to consider in your “Crisis Toolkit.” With a focus on collaboration, we will walk through how to build a Crisis Toolkit specifically for international students so that you and your advisor team can calmly and efficiently respond to the unexpected. |
ISI offers comprehensive study abroad insurance options for both students and schools, covering your students no matter where their travels take them. With both group and individual plans available, our options provide full medical coverage and travel benefits. We also offer trip cancellation plans to protect you and your students in case your trip is canceled. |
Tanisha Carson,
Coordinator, Customer Service
Tanisha is one of our newest members at ISI. She is a former insurance claims team lead with more than 12 years of expertise in the industry. She has been recognized for outstanding leadership, having secured two Employee of the Year awards and the prestigious Supervisor of the Year accolade. Outside of work, she cherishes spending quality time with her two children and actively participates in walk/run events. We are excited to welcome her and have her join our wonderful team of professionals ready to assist you. |
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Navigating State vs. Federal Marijuana Laws |
The legalization of marijuana in the United States has created a complex legal landscape that can be difficult to navigate, particularly in these early stages. This issue can significantly impact not only a student’s visa status but also their overall international experience and life goals. It's important for advisors and staff to understand the nuances between state and federal laws to effectively educate international students on the laws that apply to them versus their domestic peers. You can learn more about this topic in our latest blog. |
Upcoming Conferences 2024 |
| Conference |
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| URMIA |
Sept 28 - Oct 2 |
New Orleans, LA |
| Region I/II |
Oct 6 - 10 |
Vancouver, Canada |
| Region X |
Oct 7 - 9 |
Atlantic City, NJ |
| Region III |
Oct 12 - 16 |
Shreveport, LA |
| Region XII |
Oct 21 - 23 |
Orange County, CA |
| Region XI |
Oct 27 - 29 |
Hartford, CT |
| Region VI |
Oct 27 - 30 |
Cincinnati, OH |
| Region IV/V |
Oct 29 - Nov 1 |
Schaumburg, IL |
| Region VII |
Nov 11 - 13 |
Jacksonville, FL |
| Region VIII |
Nov 12 - 15 |
Lancaster, PA |
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For a complete list of our upcoming events, check out our events page.
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