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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.
OUR VISION
ISR envision itself as an international proactive promoter of the Universityās 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 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; 2) evaluation and monitoring of international studentsā records such as tagging/untagging of AMIS; 3) coordination of registration and scholarship/financial assistance before and upon arrival of international students; 4) 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; 5) provision of socio-cultural immersion and further development and implementation of programs beneficial to international students; 6) provision of information about UPLB, its services, and the Philippines; 7) collaboration with the International Student Association (ISA) in their programs and activities relevant to international students; 8) collaboration with other student organizations such as the Society of Exchange Students and the Graduate School Council; and 9) coordination and implementation of programs and activities with other concerned UPLB offices/units relating to student services and welfare.
OUR STAFF
Head
Senior Office Assistant
Project Development Associate
Administrative Officer II
Guide for UPLB International Students
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GUIDE TO APPLYING STUDY PERMIT
All UPLB International Students are required to acquire a study permit before the semester starts.
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GUIDE FOR UPLB INTERNATIONAL STUDENT FRESHIES AND TRANSFEREES
An essential guide for the new international students of UPLB.
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GUIDE TO LIVING EXPENSES IN THE PHILIPPINES
This guide will help the foreign students prepare financially and budget their living allowance in the Philippines.
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GUIDE TO I-ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
I-aSsistance offers support services for international students. It is an all-year-round program where international students can seek assistance from ISR, including, but not limited to, tours, organizing ISA events, living adjustment advice, and more.
Programs
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Leadership Trainings
These trainings for international students are opportunities to develop and improve their leadership, communication, and teamwork skills.
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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.
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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
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Orientation of New and Continuing International Students
A fun filled activity of an āinformative awarenessā day of the students for the different services they could avail in UPLB and the 51ĀŅĀ× (OVCSA) and as well as other offices/institution that can be of help to international studentsā special needs.
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Food Fair
An event showcasing the culinary talents of the international students
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Sports Festival
A sports day activity of international students where games like volleyball, traditional games, football, running among others are played
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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
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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.
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Training on University Life and Acculturation in Yupielbi (TULAY)
Orients international students about the University, the Filipino culture and norms, and basic Filipino communication.
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Leadership Training
Provides trainings for ISA officers and provide opportunities to develop future leaders
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Mentoring
Orients international students about the University, the Filipino culture and norms, and basic Filipino communication.
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Cultural Night
Showcases the culture of international studentsā respective countries through dances, songs, rituals and unique presentations
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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 conducts online Tipanan to recognize intāl students, orgs, and volunteers
13 August 2025As the academic year 2024-2025 concluded last May, the UPLB International Student Relations (ISR) held the annual āTipanan: A tribute to honor, excellence, and serviceā to recognize students, organizations, and volunteers who exhibited exemplary characteristics aligned with the universityās...
Makiling-themed mystery race introduces Mariang Makiling to international students
11 April 2025UPLB international students tested their mystery-solving skills in the Tipanan MysteRACE, conducted by the International Student Relations (ISR) at the Makiling Ballroom Hall, Student Union Building (SU), on March 28, 2025. MysteRACE is part of the regular activities for Tipanan: Improving...
ISR welcomes international students at Tulay welcome program
27 February 2025The Office of International Student Relations (ISR) hosted āTulay: Building Bridges Across Cultures,ā a welcome and orientation event for new and returning international students at UPLB on February 7, 2025. Tulay aims to help students navigate their semester at UPLB and foster...
ISR leads debriefing for Osaka University student visitors
26 September 2024As part of their three-day visit to UPLB, four students from Osaka University underwent a debriefing facilitated by the International Student Relations (ISR) at the Learning Resource Center (LRC) Training Room, Student Union Building on September 18, 2024.The program included a āFour Pictures and...
ISR welcomes new and international students to the āTulayā program
16 September 2024UPLBās new and international students received a warm welcome as they geared up for student life in UPLB with information they should know regarding documents to file, university and academic policies, and relevant offices they would most often transact with during their stay.The event, entitled...
ISR UPLB fetes intāl students and volunteers during awards night
12 August 2024The UPLB International Student Relations (ISR) gave a recognition program for international students and volunteers at an awards night. Themed āTipanan: A Tribute to Honor, Excellence, and Serviceā, the program occurred on July 18, 2024, at the Sunken Lobby 2 of the Student Union Building.The...
ISR UPLB launches program to take care of intāl studentsā well-being while studying at UPLB
9 July 2024The UPLB International Student Relations (ISR) under the 51ĀŅĀ× (OVCSA) revamped the program ISkuwentuhan into Tipanan: Improving Well-being and Finding Solace in Friendship Beyond Academics. Tipanan aims to provide support, relaxation, and guidance...
ISR-51ĀŅĀ×welcomes intāl students through āTULAYā Program
19 March 2024The UPLB International Student Relations (ISR) of the 51ĀŅĀ× (OVCSA) organized āTULAY: Building Bridges Across Cultures,ā 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 āKATIGā for international students
29 December 2023In celebration of International Studentsā Day, the UPLB International Student Relations (ISR) under the 51ĀŅĀ× (OVCSA) held āKATIGāSupporting International Studentsā Journeyā last 18 November 2023.āKATIG,ā a direct Tagalog translation meaning...
UPLB holds āTULAYā program for international students
10 October 2023The UPLB International Student Relations (ISR) under the 51ĀŅĀ× (OVCSA) presented āTULAY: Building Bridges Across Culturesā for UPLB international students on September 18 and 29.TULAY, which translates to ābridgeā in Filipino, brought together...
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