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.

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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 pre-arrival and departure instructions of inbound and outbound students, including repatriation mechanisms; 2) 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; 3) evaluation and monitoring of international students’ records such as tagging/untagging of SAIS; 4) coordination of registration and scholarship/financial assistance before and upon arrival of international students; 5) 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; 6) provision of socio-cultural immersion and further development and implementation of programs beneficial to international students; 7) provision of information about UPLB, its services, and the Philippines; 8) collaboration with the International Student Association (ISA) in their programs and activities relevant to international students; 9) collaboration with other student organizations such as the Society of Exchange Students and the Graduate School Council; and 10) coordination and implementation of programs and activities with other concerned UPLB offices/units relating to student services and welfare.
OUR STAFF
AMANTE JR., GONZALO, H
Head

PAGUIO, KATHLEEN MARIE, V
Senior Office Assistant

SAIPUDIN, SAIRAH MAE, R.
Project Development Associate

SAN JUAN, VANNESSA, E.
Project Development Associate

SUBIJANO, BENZON, D
Administrative Officer II


Programs
  • Cultural Exchange and Development

    It aims to orient international students about the University, the Filipino culture and norms of behavior, and basic Filipino communication. It further provides an avenue for local students and staff to learn and understand the culture of international students and vice versa.

  • International Relations

    International Relations is valuable in allowing students of different nations to cooperate with one another, help pool resources, and share pertinent information for further learning, engagement, and resolution of issues and other concerns.

  • Recognition Programs

    They aim to strengthen the role of international students especially the graduating international students in the promotion of the University and further its purpose while living up to the ideals of honor and excellence.

  • Leadership Trainings

    These trainings for international students are opportunities to develop and improve their leadership, communication, and teamwork skills.

  • Inter-school Cultural Exchange Activities

    These refer to collaborations with other universities/institutions for the promotion of cultural exchange. It seeks groups or institutions that provide activities for training, personal development and cultural activities. ISR further seeks and coordinates with award-giving institutions to provide for international students where they could participate, learn and represent the University.

  • Mentoring Programs

    These programs for International Students is designed to help international students adjust in the University with the help of the upper- class students, compatriots and other significant individuals who can provide guidance from the admissions process all the way to graduation.


Activities
  • Orientation of New and Continuing International Students

    A fun filled activity of an “informative awareness” day of the students for the different services they could avail in UPLB and the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs (OVCSA) and as well as other offices/institution that can be of help to international students’ special needs.

  • Food Fair

    An event showcasing the culinary talents of the international students

  • Sports Festival

    A sports day activity of international students where games like volleyball, traditional games, football, running among others are played

  • Kalinangan: a Cultural Exchange Seminar Workshop

    Provides an avenue for local students and staff to learn and understand the culture of International students and vice versa

  • Lakbay Kalinangan, a Cultural Education Trip

    Promotes the arts and culture of our country and to accustom the international students with the Filipino values and traditions.

  • Training on University Life and Acculturation in Yupielbi (TULAY)

    Orients international students about the University, the Filipino culture and norms, and basic Filipino communication.

  • Leadership Training

    Provides trainings for ISA officers and provide opportunities to develop future leaders

  • Mentoring

    Orients international students about the University, the Filipino culture and norms, and basic Filipino communication.

  • Cultural Night

    Showcases the culture of international students’ respective countries through dances, songs, rituals and unique presentations

  • Investiture and Commissioning Rites of UPLB Ambassadors and Recognition Ceremony

    Commissions of well-deserved graduating international students as partners of UPLB in the promotion of the University especially when they return to their respective institution and country.


News Archive - ISR


ISR-OVCSA welcomes int’l students through “TULAY” Program
19 March 2024

The UPLB International Student Relations (ISR) of the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs (OVCSA) organized “TULAY: Building Bridges Across Cultures,” a welcome program to support the integration of international students into the university.Tulay was held on February 16, 2024, at...


UPLB-ISR holds the first “KATIG” for international students
29 December 2023

In celebration of International Students’ Day, the UPLB International Student Relations (ISR) under the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs (OVCSA) held “KATIG—Supporting International Students’ Journey” last 18 November 2023.“KATIG,” a direct Tagalog translation meaning...


UPLB holds “TULAY” program for international students
10 October 2023

The UPLB International Student Relations (ISR) under the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs (OVCSA) presented “TULAY: Building Bridges Across Cultures” for UPLB international students on September 18 and 29.TULAY, which translates to “bridge” in Filipino, brought together...


OVCSA-ISR brings students together to know each other's culture in ‘Kalinangan 2023’
11 July 2023

The UPLB International Student Relations (ISR) of the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs (OVCSA) brought international and Filipino students together to learn more about each other through food, arts, and performances of selected countries from South Asia, South East Asia, and...


ISR-OVCSA concludes “TULAY” program for int’l students
5 April 2023

The UPLB International Student Relations (ISR) of the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs (OVCSA) held “TULAY: Building Bridges Across Cultures,” a week-long program for international students, last March 20-24.The program aimed to provide a bridge that would help in the...


ISR virtually welcomes new, continuing int’l students
12 April 2022

Despite being miles apart, officials and personnel of UPLB, and new and continuing international students gathered together via video conferencing for a welcome program on March 24.Organized by the International Student Relations (ISR) of the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs...


ISKOwentuhan 2021 promotes cross-cultural sharing between Filipino and international students
31 May 2021

The International Student Relations (ISR) under the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs (OVCSA), together with the Society of Exchange Students-University of the Philippines (SExS-UP), launched the ISKOwentuhan program to promote cross-cultural sharing between international and...


ISR-OVCSA orients international students
29 March 2021

In keeping with the new normal, the International Student Relations (ISR) under the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs (OVCSA) welcomed international students of UPLB by holding a virtual orientation on March 24. The annual welcome program, done online due to COVID-19...


Oplan Hatid repatriates students, dependents to Timor Leste
6 November 2020

UPLB, through the Office of Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs (OVCSA), facilitated the repatriation of seven students and their five dependents to Timor Leste under the Oplan Hatid program. The repatriation was carried out in...


Oplan Hatid embarks on biggest international operation
12 June 2020

Twenty four Sri Lankan graduate students from UPLB were able to fly home to their country today, June 11, through an embassy-coordinated operation of various UPLB offices and Oplan Hatid.This is the biggest batch of UPLB students who were sent home on an international flight after being stranded in...


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