Office of International Affairs

Office of International Affairs

Welcome to the the Office of International Affairs, bringing the world and Portland State University together by serving our international students, scholars, staff and faculty as well as our US students studying and interning abroad.

English Language Programs

Through the Intensive English Language Program (IELP) individuals can drastically improve their English language skills and gain a competitive edge in a globalizing world. Learn More >

International Special Programs

The International Special Programs (ISP) office develops short-term and customized programs for international groups. Experienced and professional staff work collaboratively with educational institutions, international organizations, businesses and corporations, and partnering agencies to develop customized group programs. Learn more>>

Contact OIA

Phone: 503-725-4094
Fax: 503-725-5320

Mailing Address:
Post Office Box 751
Portland, OR 97207-0751

Street Address:
101 East Hall
632 SW Hall Street

Email Address: oia@pdx.edu

Looking for Someone? Try our online staff directory.

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    ISP serves Japanese Nurses

    ISP has been busy providing special customized programs for Japanese nurses and health care professionals.

  • Picture of My Time in Nan

    My Time in Nan

    This trip to Nan has been the highlight of my time here in Thailand. I had such a great time that I found it difficult to leave.

  • Picture of IAS Director - Mel Gurtov

    IAS Director - Mel Gurtov

    New IAS Director, Mel Gurtov will be serving as Director of The Institute for Asian Studies during the 2009-10 academic year.

  • Picture of Four Months in Senegal

    Four Months in Senegal

    The sunshine in Senegal is better than the sunshine in Ohio or Oregon, I believe. I’m glad to be an American here and now.

  • Picture of An Internship in Pretoria, South Africa

    An Internship in Pretoria, South Africa

    I spent one week of my summer term internship at IDASA in these mountains outside of Tzaneen, Limpopo, at a Citizen Leadership for Democratic Governance Workshop.

  • Picture of International Cultural Service Program

    International Cultural Service Program

    ICSP is a scholarship program for international students, which enables PSU international students to share their culture with greater Portland community in a variety of settings.

  • Picture of “Multicultural Celebration” Opening Art Exhibit & ICSP Fundraiser

    “Multicultural Celebration” Opening Art Exhibit & ICSP Fundraiser

    International Student and Scholar Services proudly presents “Multicultural Celebration” Art Exhibit.

  • Picture of A Pre-Med Internship in Morelia, Mexico

    A Pre-Med Internship in Morelia, Mexico

    After having lived in Mexico for three months, I can see that this trip has touched me profoundly; I have grown not only professionally and socially, but personally as well.

  • Picture of ASPAC 2010 Conference at PSU

    ASPAC 2010 Conference at PSU

    PSU is hosting the 2010 ASPAC (Asian Studies on the Pacific Coast) Conference, June 2010.

  • Picture of A Year in China

    A Year in China

    As I reached the top and looked out upon the vast and seemingly endless dunes of the Gobi Desert, I knew immediately that studying abroad in China was the best decision of my life.

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