Programming and Events

Northwestern University and the Office of International Student & Scholar Services as well as the surrounding community offer a wide array of opportunities to get involved in the NU community and beyond. The OISS strives to enrich the academic, extra-curricular, and cultural experience of our international population by providing information and connections to the diverse range of available opportunities.  

We encourage you to follow the OISS on  Facebook to stay informed of the latest events and news! You can also check the OISS Event Calendar. 

Highlighted Events

Find more information about OISS highlighted events below:

Pathways to Permanent Residency Workshop : 

OISS is sponsoring a Lawful Permanent Residency immigration workshop on “Pathways to Permanent Residency”  presented by Chicago-based Immigration Attorneys William Schiller and Ian Wagreich. This workshop will be held in a hybrid format (in-person and virtual).

You must register to receive a ticket to attend this event if you choose to be in person, as there is only limited seating capacity

Date/Time : Fall 2025 - TBA

PLEASE SEE THE RECORDING OF THE  previous EVENT HERE

This valuable workshop will explore hot topics in immigration law, as well as immigrant visa processing trends, and options for permanent residence to live and work in the U.S. beyond OPT (F-1), J-1, H-1B - including PERM labor Certification, Special Handling, employment-based first and second preference options including National Interest Waivers; Extraordinary Ability Petitions; and Outstanding Professor and Researcher petitions; and Family based immigration options.