“When a Chinese laughs with a Taiwanese at the breakfast table; when Cem states that most Turks love democracy so much they will not stop fighting to protect it, then hope remains…Meeting you has changed my world. Meeting you has given me hope.” Ana Michel, ISH-DC Resident from Germany, 2017
Because of your support, ISH-DC continues to provide a unique cross-cultural experience and community for young scholars from the US and across the world, preparing them to meet the challenges of a global world.
262 GRADUATE STUDENTS, INTERNS, AND SCHOLARS
FROM 45 COUNTRIES
PREPARING FUTURE LEADERS
ISH-DC recognized former US Vice President Joseph R. Biden Jr. with our 2017 Global Leadership Award. Vice President Biden spoke to our students privately, inspiring them to use what they are learning to better the world.
Sir Kim Darroch, the British Ambassador, and Lady Darroch served as Diplomatic Chairs for the 2017 Global Leadership Award Dinner and hosted a special Tribute Dinner at their residence.
20 EVENTS THAT BUILT COMMUNITY
“It takes the community of many shared meals, the empathy of many shared pieces of music, the trust in sharing a home. And then we get to true care, to understanding. ” Dorothee Steiber, ISH-DC Resident
30 PROGRAMS WITH LEADERS
guests in the Great Hall.
15,000 ALUMNI FROM 140 COUNTRIES
We thank our alumni who continue to be involved with the House – those who get married here; bring their children to visit; organize alumni groups all over the world; and support our mission.
Residential Scholarships
In 2017 ISH-DC awarded residential scholarships to 12 graduate students from 10 countries. Scholarships provide the critical financial difference, allowing students to study and live in Washington.
Thank You
Thank you for investing in a new generation of bridge builders, ready to contribute full heartedly to the betterment of society.
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