About OISS

The Office of International Students and Scholars (OISS) supports the integration of international students and scholars into the URI community. We are committed to empowering international students and scholars to thrive in all aspects of their lives while at URI.

Our Team

Melissa De Jesus
Melissa DeJesus
Director, International Student Services
mdejesus@uri.edu
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Abigail Borchert
Advisor, International Student Services
aborchert@uri.edu
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Shelley O'Connor
Shelley O’Connor
Coordinator, International Student Programs
swoconnor@uri.edu
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Services

  • F and J immigration compliance
  • Navigating U.S. system (Social Security, Taxes, Division of Motor Vehiciles, etc.)
  • Connecting you with academic, logistic, social, and cultural resources to support your success while studying, researching, and teaching at URI.

Office Hours & Appointments

We’re here for you! Make an appointment with an International Student Services advisor.

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We’re here to help

Office of International Students and Scholars Office Hours:
Monday – Friday
8:30am – 4:30pm Eastern Time

International Center, 3rd FL
37 Lower College Road
Kingston, RI, 02881

Phone: 401.874.2395
Email: issoff@etal.uri.edu