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International Student Mentors Association

About This Organization

Abbreviation(s):
ISMA
Purpose:
The International Student Mentors Association (ISMA) is an organization which helps international students adjust to American culture and to the enormous environment of Texas A&M University! We do this by pairing international students (mentees) with a mentor to help them out whenever needed, and through a variety of socials and road trips throughout the semester! Whenever needed, ISMA also serves as a support organization for International Student Services (ISS) at the International Student Conference and throughout the academic year!
Year Founded:
Spring 2005
Membership Dues:
Mentors: $45 per semester; Mentees: $10 per semester
Admits Members:
September&January
Meeting Locations:
On-Campus

Public Contact Information

Public Contact Name:
Emma Thomas
Public Contact E-mail Address:
emmagracethomas@tamu.edu
Public Contact Phone Number:
870-918-5188

Group Contact Information

Organization Web Site:
http://ismatamu.com
Organization E-mail Address:
ismamentors@gmail.com

Organization Associations

Academic Department:
General (No College)
Non-Academic Department:
Other

Membership

Approximate membership of the organization:
100-300
Membership policies:
  • Our organization accepts undergraduate students as members
  • Our organization accepts graduate students as members
Weekly time committment required of organization members:
3-5 Hours
Membership intake process:
Application Only

Events

Community Service Projects:
Once per semester
Fundraising Events:
Once per semester
Speakers/Lectures:
Three or more times per semester
On-Campus Social Events:
Three or more times per semester
Off-Campus Social Events:
Three or more times per semester
Hosting Conferences:
Never
Sponsoring Special Events (Concerts, one-time events, etc.):
Once per semester
New Member Orientation/Training:
Once per semester
Events with Alcohol:
Never
In-State Travel:
Three or more times per semester
Domestic US Travel:
Never
International Travel:
Never