Are you in New Haven with a spouse or partner who is studying or working at Yale? We invite you to join the International Spouses and Partners at Yale (ISPY) community for an in-person orientation. You will be able to: Network with other spouses and partners at Yale Learn about the resources and support system for...
Thank you for joining your school-specific orientation with the Office of International Students and Scholars (OISS). You have been added to this Yale Connect for record keeping purposes, please DO NOT deregister yourself. You will also receive a survey request form from OISS afterwards. Please answer the...
OISS is excited to invite you to join us for a New York City Football Club (NYCFC) Game on Saturday, April 27th! New York City Football Club (NYCFC) is an American professional soccer club based in New York City. The club competes in Major League Soccer (MLS) as a member of the Eastern Conference. The game we will be...
On behalf on Yale Office of International Students and Scholars (OISS), welcome to Yale! This is a compulsory virtual orientation for the international students who have missed their respective school-specific orientations. You are either being invited to register for this session or you are being added to...
If you’re new to Yale, you might have questions about Yale’s public safety resources and living in New Haven; well we are here to help! Stop by the OISS to enjoy pizza with Yale’s Police Chief Healy! This is an open conversation and not a presentation, so come prepared to ask him any questions you...
[This program is designed for new incoming international students of fall 2026] Get ready to test your knowledge and experience the unique Yale bar experience at the OISS Global Bulldogs Trivia Night! Join us at the ambient Yale pub at Schwarzman Center for a relaxed, music-filled night of non-academic trivia. We...
This summer, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security published a final rule that will eliminate the current “duration of status” (D/S) policy for F and J nonimmigrants. The rule’s effective date is September 15, 2026, which is just around the corner. Please join us for us for a Town Hall...
Are you a new international graduate or professional student at Yale? If you're wondering where to begin on this new journey, then you've come to the right place! During this panel, OISS' Orientation Ambassadors (current graduate and professional students) will share the experiences they had as first-time...
If you are new international graduate or professional student starting at Yale this fall, you might have some questions on how to start utilizing Yale’s incredible library systems that are available to you! This session will be led by a group of wonderful librarians who can answer your questions about...
Day trip to Old New-Gate Prison & Copper Mine (East Granby), Windsor town and Connecticut Trolley Museum Join Yale OISS for a day out exploring some of Connecticut’s most fascinating “firsts”! Take a break from campus and hop on our bus for a journey through local history. We’ll be heading north to...
Are you an incoming graduate and professional student eager to embrace the freedom of car ownership during your time at Yale? Join us for a informative session designed to equip you with all the essential know-how for confidently navigating car ownership & rental in the U.S. During this in-person...
If you are an international student with an interest in starting a business but wonder whether you can start such a venture with your current immigration status or how the process might affect your future presence in the U.S., this talk is for you. International entrepreneurs indeed face several hurdles when...
[This program is open to all OISS community members, regardless of belief system] We are partnering with the Chaplain's Office to take you on a tour to Yale's beautiful sacred spaces. Join us for a 2-hour walking tour where we will visit: - Slifka Center for Jewish Life - Battell Chapel (built in 1870s) -...
Celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival with OISS this September! Mid-Autumn Festival, also colloquially known as the Mooncake Festival, is an important celebration across Pan-Asian communities. It often features plenty of mooncakes, moon gazing, gatherings with friends and family, and light shows. Join us on the evening of...
Do you have questions about J-1 two year home residence requirement (212e)? Are you subject to 212e? If yes, what does it mean to you? To explore these issues more and learn how to fulfil the 212e requirement, join us for an immigration information session with Attorney Brian Schmitt. If you are currently in J-1...
Join OISS and Yale’s men’s soccer team for international student night at Reese Stadium! Yale will face off against the University of New Haven, which should be an exciting match-up for the Bulldogs. It is international night at the stadium, so this is an excellent introduction to American soccer and Yale’s varsity...
