University of Miami international students founded the Council of International Students and Organizations (COISO) in 1967 with the intent:
As you prepare for a spectacular college experience at the U, know that COISO is here to help. COISO strives to foster an environment rich with opportunities for growth and success for international students.
All University of Miami international students are automatically members of COISO. By participating in COISO meetings and events, you will get to know international students from over 110 countries and ensure that COISO provides the type of services and activities that meet your needs and interests as an international student at UM. For additional information and for dates of upcoming COISO meetings/events, please email coiso@miami.edu.
COISO
University of Miami
Donna E. Shalala Student Center (SC)
1330 Miller Drive, Suite 210B
Coral Gables, FL 33124-6921
Phone: 305-284-3548
Email: coiso@miami.edu
Website: https://www.umcoiso.com/
Instagram: @umcoiso
Executive Board 2024-2025:
President
Mathilde Tourniaire
mct126@miami.edu
Treasurer
Gargi Yadav
gxy135@miami.edu
Vice President of External Affairs
Nayonika Choudhury
nxc864@miami.edu
Vice President of Internal Affairs
Laura Garcia Echeverri
lxg1178@miami.edu
Secretary
Vrinda Gupta
vxg507@miami.edu
PR & Social Media Manager
Lilli Theisen
lxt536@miami.edu
Advisors:
Associate Director, ISSS
Claudia Anderson
claudiama93@miami.edu
Assistant Director, ISSS
Nicole Durham
nxd839@miami.edu
International Dance Competition: Since 2008, international students and international organizations participate in this fun event and enjoy friendly competition. This event takes place in the fall semester on the Coral Gables campus at Lakeside Patio Stage.
International Week: COISO's oldest and most famous tradition, this week-long fun and educational celebration provides international students and international organizations with an opportunity to share their culture with the University of Miami community, celebrating one region of the world one day at a time. International Week culminates with a banquet and an awards ceremony. This event takes place in the spring semester on the Coral Gables campus at the University Center Patio.
International Student Mentorship Program for Freshmen: If you would like to connect with a current UM student or have general questions, you may request to be matched with an international student mentor. The International Student Mentorship (ISM) program, sponsored by the Council of International Students and Organizations (COISO), is an opportunity for you to connect with a currently enrolled UM student throughout your first year at UM. Your mentor can answer your questions or direct you to the appropriate campus or community resource where your concerns will be addressed. He or she can also help you get involved on campus by sharing knowledge of events, activities, and student organizations. Please note that participation in this program is voluntary. If you are interested, please contact COISO president, Ananya Gupta, to be matched with a mentor.
International Organizations: For a complete list of international and cultural organizations, their contact information, and events, connect to Engage.
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