International Student Association (ISA)
Celebrating Diversity in our University
If you are a UFV International Student or a local student who wants to meet people from all over the world, become an active member of the International Student Association (ISA). Being a member of ISA will give you great volunteer opportunities and a chance to help plan great events and activities. A few people are saying it’s a lot of fun too!
Mission Statement
The International Student Association is here to celebrate diversity in our university. We are dedicated to promote the internationalization of UFV. ISA will focus on helping International and exchange students integrate into their new school, student body, and community by providing endless opportunities to enrich their living and learning experience while studying at UFV. We will do so by organizing and promoting trips, events, and activities, which will give all local and international students a platform to socialize, learn, and have fun in a friendly and inclusive environment.
ISA Executives
The International Student Association has 10 Executives and a growing list of active members at large made up of both international and local students.
To become an executive member, you must already be an active member at large for at least 1 semester and then get elected into the position. Keep an eye out for upcoming ISA elections.
| Member |
Position |
Description |
| Amrit Cheema |
CEO
ISA.CEO@ufv.ca |
Makes sure the ISA reaches all of its goals and objectives |
| Shirley Jiang |
Chief Organizational Officer
ISA.COO@ufv.ca |
Ensures meetings are organized, meeting notices/minutes go out to all member and also look after the budget |
| Kelsey Williams |
Integration Officer
ISA.Integration@ufv.ca |
Has a passion for multiculturalism and helps international students integrate successfully into the UFV community and student body |
| Akyaa Addo |
Social Officer
ISA.Social@ufv.ca |
Creates a fun atmosphere within ISA; plans, promotes, and organizes social events at UFV |
| Abi Eke |
Accomodation Officer
ISA.Accomodation@ufv.ca |
Supports international students with accomodation issues or questions |
| Molly Wei |
Marketing Officer
ISA.Marketing@ufv.ca |
Promote ISA and its programs and activities |
| Wassim Kheir |
Student Mentor |
Helps incoming students settle into the new environment. Contact these student mentors for pre-arrival questions |
| Weimin Chen |
Student Mentor |
Helps incoming students settle into the new environment. Contact these student mentors for pre-arrival questions |
| Aditya Akre |
Student Mentor |
Helps incoming students settle into the new environment. Contact these student mentors for pre-arrival questions |
| Abdullah Alsaigh |
Student Mentor |
Helps incoming students settle into the new environment. Contact these student mentors for pre-arrival questions |
Member’s at Large
Becoming a ISA member allows you to participate in planning and volunteering in events such as the International Student Orientation, Multi-Cultural Community Dinners, and adventurous out trips!
To become a member please contact the COO at ISA.COO@UFV.CA.
Members at Large can participate in any of the ISA initiatives that interest them by staying connected with the executives, regularly checking out the Facebook page and talking to the international student program facilitator at UFV International.
| Committee |
Description |
Contact |
| Mentorship Program |
The Mentorship program is for ISA members who are interested in building confidence, working on communication and goal setting skills. It’s also a great time to make friends!
Student Mentor’s guide newly arriving international students in adapting to their new environment. To become a student mentor you must go through the Mentorship Program.
A Mentorship Certificate is awarded to those who successfully complete Program.
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Money Lalli
UFV International Student Programs Facilitator
Manraj.Lalli@ufv.ca
604-504-7441. Ext 4437
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| Organizing Committee |
The organizing committee meets with the COO when there are organizational matters for ISA which need to be done. Some of these duties include choosing dates/activities for events and also budgeting. |
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| Accommodation Committee |
Accommodation is a very important issue for international students. Your happiness and success at UFV can heavily weigh on where and with whom you are living.
If you are not happy or satisfied with your accommodation and would like some advice from students who can help then contact the Accommodation Officer.
The Accommodations Committee provides a regular Accommodations workshop if you have any questions regarding your landlords rights and the BC tenancy act.
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| Social Committee |
ISA LOVES socializing! If you would like to see ISA run a specific program, activity or event then join the social committee.
If you don’t like planning…then just come out and enjoy our events.
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| Integration Committee |
It is important for new students to find connections in your new university and community Integration begins on the first day you arrive with international orientation. Our committee continues to find fun ways to for all international students to meet local and international friends. Check the calendar to find our next event. And be sure to friend Campus Buzz on Facebook to stay connected. |
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