About International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS)

Introduction: Welcome to the home page of Binghamton University's Office of International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS).  This web site is designed to provide information of interest to international students and scholars, whether they are new, currently enrolled, or alumni.  The ISSS, part of the Division of Student Affairs, serves a population of more than 2000 international students from more than 90 countries around the world, and approximately 90 visiting international scholars and faculty.  Programs and services are designed to meet the needs of entering international students, currently enrolled international students, and international alumni.  Many of our programs have earned national recognition, and we have a reputation for friendly and efficient customer service.
 
Location:  The ISSS is located in Room G-1 (ground floor) of the Nelson A. Rockefeller Center in Hinman College on the Binghamton University campus. We are across the street from the Lecture Hall Center and the Bartle Library, and adjacent to the visitor's parking lot.
 
Office Hours:  The ISSS is open Monday-Wednesday and Fridays from 10:00am to 4:30pm, Thursdays from 11:30am to 4:30pm, except for holidays.   

Contact us: Our mailing address is International Student and Scholar Services, Binghamton University, Box 6000, Binghamton, NY 13902-6000 USA. Our telephone number is 1-607-777-2510.  A voice mail system will take your message twenty-four hours a day. Our fax number is 1-607-777-2889.

E-mail addresses:  The ISSS maintains an e-mail account, isss@binghamton.edu which is checked each business day.  Most inquiries are answered within 5 business days or less.  E-mail sent to the personal accounts of ISSS staff may not be answered promptly if that staff member is away from the office for an extended period.  Therefore, you are encouraged to use the main e-mail account for correspondence.
 
Appointments:  Appointments may be made by telephone or in person.  It is recommended that you discuss your needs with the office secretary first,as you may find that an appointment is not necessary for many functions. If an appointment with the director or the international student advisor is deemed necessary, one can usually be scheduled within three business days, except during vacation periods.
 
Staff:
 

Ellen

Ellen Badger is the Director of International Student and Scholar Services. Her responsibilities include staff supervision, budget, research and reports, ISSS-BU (the weekly electronic newsletter for international students), liaison with local, state and federal agencies, change of status applications, reinstatement applications and J-1 scholars and faculty.
Karen

Karen Keefe-Guzikowski is the Assistant Director of International Student and Scholar Services. Her responsibilities include applications for employment authorization, International Student Orientation, arrival orientation for J-1 visiting scholars, and extension of stay.

 
Amelia

Amelia Shafer is the ISSS International Student Advisor. Her responsibilities include applications for employment authorization, International Student Orientation, Visa documents for dependents, and ESL classes for spouses and dependents.

 
Diane

Diane Sliwinski is the International Health Insurance Coordinator. Her responsibilities include the administration of the SUNY International Student/Scholar Health & Accident Insurance Program and the Friendship Family Program.
Molly McGowan is the Assistant to the Director. Her responsibilities include providing support to the Director, planning and managing office meetings and certain events, and managing ISSS student employee processes.

Lorraine Stoke is the ISSS secretary. She is responsible for the processing of immigration documents, front desk reception, correspondence, and appointments.

Laurie Kushner is the ISSS secretary. She is responsible for the processing of immigration documents, front desk reception, correspondence, and appointments.