International Student Relations
The International Student Relations (ISR) is the center of information, activities, and services for international students of UPLB. ISR helps in ensuring and maintaining the legal status of international students, assists in their adjustment to the UPLB way of life, and looks over their health, safety, and wellbeing.
OUR VISION
ISR envision itself as an international proactive promoter of the University’s prestige in the academic community.
OUR MISSION
To maintain an excellent relationship with the members of the international community by building friendship and camaraderie, and by winning their trust and confidence.
OUR MANDATE
ISR facilitates the following: 1) provision of supporting documentation for immigration-related and academic-related requirements such as issuance of study permits and certification(s) related to visa extension and passport renewal, and visa and other document processing assistance; 2) evaluation and monitoring of international students’ records such as tagging/untagging of AMIS; 3) coordination of registration and scholarship/financial assistance before and upon arrival of international students; 4) ensurement of health and wellness such as coordination with the University Health Service, other local hospitals, Office of Counseling and Guidance, the Graduate School, and other concerned offices and units; 5) provision of socio-cultural immersion and further development and implementation of programs beneficial to international students; 6) provision of information about UPLB, its services, and the Philippines; 7) collaboration with the International Student Association (ISA) in their programs and activities relevant to international students; 8) collaboration with other student organizations such as the Society of Exchange Students and the Graduate School Council; and 9) coordination and implementation of programs and activities with other concerned UPLB offices/units relating to student services and welfare.
OUR STAFF
INZON, MARIA ROWENA BEATRIZ, Q
Director
Director
SUBIJANO, BENZON, D
Senior Office Assistant
Senior Office Assistant