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2020 PIEoneer Awards: Accommodation Provider of the Year High Commendation

October 29, 2020 by ISHDC

International Student House is honored to have been highly commended among seven distinguished finalists in the Accommodation Provider of the Year category of the 2020 PIEoneer Awards for providing an exceptional residential experience to international scholars. We congratulate our fellow finalists and this year’s winner, Goodenough College in London, England.

As noted by Executive Director Daniel Bremer-Wirtig, "The House is not just a place to live but a home to young global leaders. We kept our doors open to international students while others were shutting them at the height of the global pandemic, staying true to our mission. We are also proud that our work and care has resulted in a healthy community, and we continue to remain open and welcoming new scholars and fellows who are looking for a home in Washington, DC.”

Watch our highlight video for the PIEoneer Awards Ceremony and Conference produced by alumna Meghna Saha from India!

Click the image above to view the highlight video produced by alumna Meghna Saha

The PIEoneer Awards "are the only global awards that celebrate innovation and achievement across the whole of the international education industry. The PIEoneer Awards recognize both individuals and organizations who are pushing professional standards, evolving their engagement or redefining the international student experience."

With 17 awards and over 500 participants from international education organizations and institutions around the world, the Awards are hosted annually by the PIE News, a UK based media organization that reports on news and business analysis for professionals in international education.

Thank you PIE News and our fellow finalists for including us in the exceptional evening, it has been an honor!

 

Message from Executive Director Daniel Bremer-Wirtig

September 4, 2020 by ISHDC

​Dear Friends of International Student House: We hope this finds you and your loved ones safe and healthy as we continue to navigate work, study, play and do life in these unique times. To say the least, the past few months have been filled with the unexpected - both here at International Student House and the world at large. However, it has been amazing to watch how individuals and organizations alike have met the challenge(s) of the moment, and responded with great resolve and agility - adjusting, holding true to their values and investing in a vision of a post-pandemic future that is more diverse, just and equitable. That is precisely what we’ve been busy doing at the International Student House of Washington, DC - keeping the House open so we can continue to be a home for our young leaders and scholars from around the world. As you know, the House’s occupancy was seriously impacted as universities and places of work shifted online, and as the global pandemic continues, low occupancy remains. As this affects our finances, we’ve made a number of important adjustments to our expenses and ramped up our fundraising efforts.  Throughout, the health and safety of our Residents and staff has been our priority.  Learn more about our response here as we continuously adapt so we can continue pursuing our mission, now more important than ever, of fostering intercultural dialogue, life-long connections, and global citizenship. Also, as the country and the world have entered into a significant moment of dialogue and action regarding race and racism, we are reminded the House has a role to play in elevating diversity, equity and inclusion, to make sure it is reflected in our words and work, as well as in the international exchange profession and community. We remain open for business. We are a home to young and diverse international leaders, who come to the United States, to Washington, DC to live, learn and grow - personally and professionally.  And, our mission must carry on.  Now more than ever we need to be building-bridges and fostering understanding to remind us that we all have much more in common with each other, than things that divide us.  So the House continues to welcome students, interns and young professionals -domestic and international- to make their home in our House. We remain hopeful. The lives and work of our Residents and Alumni around the world inspire us to work hard to get through these challenging times so we can continue to be here for them as they embark to make the world a better place.  None of this would be possible without your generous support and that of our donors, Members of our Board of Directors - past and present, as well as family, friends and alumni of the House - far and near.  We are fortunate that our community has been overwhelmingly supportive during this time. However, the House still need's help, not unlike many other organizations and industries in the U.S. and the world, to overcome the financial challenges brought on by the global pandemic.  We look to you and our supporters for your continued financial support to help pave the way to our shared vision for the House in a post-pandemic world. As you know well, the International Student House of Washington, DC is truly a place where significant, life-long friendships begin.  We are grateful for your support and we are excited for the future as we continue to welcome students from around the world for decades to come. Sincerely, Daniel Bremer-Wirtig Executive Director

In Memoriam: Brent Scowcroft

August 13, 2020 by ISHDC

Brent Scowcroft: March 19, 1925 - August 6, 2020. International Student House of Washington, DC joins the international community in remembering the life of Brent Scowcroft, who died this past week.
Photo: Brent Scowcroft sharing remarks at International Student House’s 2015 Global Leadership Awards Dinner.
ISH had the distinct privilege of honoring Mr. Scowcroft with our 2015 Global Leadership Award for his distinguished career and life-long commitment to international understanding. At the Awards Presentation, he spoke of his father’s experience living abroad, which sparked his life-long interest in foreign affairs. Mr. Scowcroft remarked, “The real value of this House is that it enables bright people from around the world to study in Washington, get to know other cultures, and form life-long relationships. It seems we increasingly look at the phone in our hand to discover the world. However, this House demonstrates it is more important to look into people’s eyes, and listen to their views, if we really want to understand the world.” Thank you for your leadership and for inspiring countless ISH students, Mr. Scowcroft.
Photo: Brent Scowcroft with ISH alumnus Robert Eklund from Finland

His Excellency Philippe Étienne, Ambassador of France Virtual Conversation with ISH-DC

July 31, 2020 by Katie Russell

On the afternoon of Wednesday, July 24, International Student House of Washington, DC (ISH-DC) welcomed His Excellency Philippe Étienne, Ambassador of France to the United States, for a virtual conversation on France-US student exchange, the future of international education, and the value of international mobility. Although we may have not been able to gather in the Great Hall or visit the beautiful French Embassy for a conversation with the Ambassador, we are immensely grateful to Ambassador Étienne for his willingness to speak with the resident scholars, alumni, Board members, and friends of the House via an online platform. The conversation was very vibrant, ranging from discussing reasons that impel us to foster international exchange, to imagining the future of international education post-COVID-19, and many other interesting topics. Ambassador Étienne’s engaging remarks - in several languages! - encouraged many of our alumni, residents, Board members and friends to actively participate in the discussion and ask intriguing questions. The conversation was wonderfully moderated by Irène Hu, an ISH alumna from France. Irène lived at the House from 2015 -2016 while a research assistant at the World Bank, and is currently a PhD candidate at the Paris School of Economics.  Irene is one of many alumni from France engaged in impressive academic pursuits. We are very thankful to Ambassador Étienne, the Ambassador’s colleagues at the Embassy of France, Irène, and to all our guests for joining us for this special opportunity to engage in such substantive dialogue.

PIEoneer Awards Finalist

June 30, 2020 by Katie Russell

International Student House of Washington, DC (ISH-DC) is delighted to announce that we have been selected as a finalist for the PIEoneer Awards 2020 in the category of “Accommodation Provider of the Year”.  The awards are held  by Professionals in International Education “The PIE”  , an independent media company connecting a global community of  professionals in international education.  The PIEoneer Awards  recognise both individuals and organisations who are pushing professional standards, evolving engagement, or redefining the international student experience.  We are humbled to be among the exceptional finalists for this honor. Held annually, the Awards feature a distinguished judging panel representing geographical and professional diversity, which you can learn more about here. The awards will be announced  at the ceremony taking place virtually this September to include a celebration and networking opportunity for professionals around the world. We thank our Board, alumni, and friends who  have made this honor possible, and look forward to joining the ceremony and sharing about the experience with you in September.
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