Read the latest stories about life in the I-House in Washington DC.
On May 15, 2025, family members, friends, and fellow Residents gathered at the House in celebration of several Residents graduating from Master’s programs this spring. Stories were shared, and joyous tears were shed throughout the ceremony, held in the Ella Burling "Great Hall."
On a gentle Sunday afternoon, the International Student House of Washington, DC's garden bloomed with poetry, conversation, and a touch of romance. As part of the Waldo Stevenson Forum (WSF), which celebrates literature, the arts, and cross-cultural dialogue, residents and guests gathered under the spring canopy for a special American-Czech Poetry Reading featuring acclaimed Czech poet Petr Hruška, joined by American poet and translator Joshua Weiner.
I-House DC welcomed its newest staff member to the team as Director of Resident Experience and Strategic Operations. In this key senior leadership position, Valerie Ong is responsible for overseeing and managing the strategic planning and execution of the organization’s residential services functions to maximize occupancy, deliver high-quality services to Residents, and optimize operational effectiveness and customer satisfaction.
On March 28, 2025, Residents, Board Members, local Alumni, and Friends of the House gathered in the Garden of the International Student House of Washington, DC (I-House DC) to celebrate our third annual Tulip-Palooza event. Attendees enjoyed arranging beautiful bouquets…
We are excited to announce that the International Student House of Washington, DC (I-House DC) is now approved to receive contributions through the Combined Federal Campaign (CFC)! This is a significant milestone for our organization, and we are grateful for…
