Scholars

Click on the following for specific Visa information for:

Short term Scholars

Tenure Track Faculty


ISSS provides immigration support to all international scholars.  In this section, you will find important information on immigration statuses on ASU faculty. 

Once scholars arrive in Boone they should check-in at International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) in Suite 321 (3rd floor) of the Plemmons Student Union. Every international student and scholar joining Appalachian State University is required to check-in before classes or employment begins. In order to complete a "check-in" scholars should bring with them the following documents: passport, U.S. immigration documents, and I-94 Admission/Departure card.  The Office of International Student and Scholar Services staff can assist scholars with any questions or concerns they might have.

During check-in, scholars will be given instructions on how to apply for a Social Security Number, how to contact the Payroll Office to determine eligibility for tax treaty benefits, and what steps the scholar need to take to be put on Appalachian State University’s payroll, etc...

International Faculty, Staff, and Spouse Association

The International Faculty, Staff and Spouse Association (IFSSA) supports international faculty, staff and their spouses in their transition to this campus and to this country and in their professional pursuits. The IFSSA also works to recruit more international faculty, staff, and students to campus.

For more information about IFSSA including upcoming meeting dates, please contact Dr. Precious Mudiwa at mudiwap@appstate.edu or Dr. Xiaofei Tu at tux@appstate.edu.

 

Contact Information

For general inquiries, please email: isss@appstate.edu

 

Diana Salazar, Director,  salazardr@appstate.edu

(828) 262-2811               321I Plemmons Student Union, 8:00 am- 5:00 pm,  Monday - Friday

Drop-In Advising Hours: Feel free to stop by anytime Monday – Friday between the hours of 8:00 am – 4:00 pm or contact me in advance to set up a specific appointment time.

Jessica Lorello, Interim Assistant Director, lorellojg@appstate.edu

(828) 262-2815           321J Plemmons Student Union, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday - Friday

                                         


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