Hear from I-House DC Residents, Alumni, and Partners.
I was here last summer, and when I got hired from the firm I was an intern at, decided to immediately come back here.
I-House DC Resident
I was so certain that DC, or even the US, was not the right place for me – until I came to ISH. Thank you all for giving me a home, a place where I truly felt welcomed and belonged. As I leave DC, I feel like a part of me has been left here. No matter what I do, all of you will be motivation for me to never lose hope on the ISH mission, and that of my own.
Zach Z.
It’s always great to be back. We set our foundations here. We started dating at ISH in 2016, and next week we are getting married. ISH is still our home.
Jia Jiang, Director, Graduate Enrollment Management, American University
After 40 years, it’s satisfying to see how this place still attracts young students. This is (and was) a wonderful place!
Per C. (Alumni, ’83-’84)
Thank you for all the memories! It has been 9 years and it’s crazy how many friends from the House I’m still in touch with … So grateful that this place exists and helps people from all around the world connect and have an awesome time together.
Alexander P.
Our graduate students that stay at [I-House DC] rave about the opportunity to meet with wonderful individuals from around the world. Thanks for creating such a welcoming environment for those that pass through DC.
I-House DC Alumni
Great location! Wish I was young enough to go back to school and stay here!
Greg
It has been three great months that I wouldn’t want to miss! This house has a great community and I am grateful that I have so many new friends around the globe. I can’t wait to tour around the world and visit all of you!
Sarah
I am simply mesmerized to see the beautiful architecture and tasteful decor of the premises. A place international students from all over can call ‘Home’!
Maliha, Press & Culture Attache, Embassy of Pakistan
I was blessed enough to come back on this sunny, wonderful day to visit the House after 13 years of my stay. I can see and feel the spirit of the time, an international community that spread across the world and heartily defends principles of integrity, diversity, and inclusion.
Mirella
Thank you for a great time and lots of memories! It was too short…but these memories will inspire me through my entire life.
Famika
The most magical place in the USA … ISH will forever be a place in my heart, and I wish those who stay here a wonderful time. This is the best of your youthhood!
I-House DC Alumni, ’16-’18
It was great to live in this community for three years. I met people from different backgrounds and learned a lot. I am grateful to the management and staff for working tirelessly to create a welcoming atmosphere, and allow us to have different cultural programs.
Noara M.
[I-House DC] has been the best home away from home I could possibly have asked for. I will remember these 5 months as some of the best of my life, and cherish the memories with the hopes of making more here sometime in the future. I will miss you more than I can express. To the wonderful people of ISH: Stay wonderful, keeping inspiring future residents, and I hope to see you soon in various corners of the globe.
Laura C.
I-House DC truly is a special place. It made DC feel like home. The combination of vibrancy and inclusivity is unique and powerful. I am so grateful to have been part of this amazing community.
Juliana G.
No words can capture my experience at this place we call home. I’m grateful for every person I’ve met and everything we’ve gone through together.
Vanessa S.
Thank you so much for hosting such incredible events. You help so many interns find their place and climb the ladder of success. Thank you for providing a foundation for greatness.
I-House DC Partner
It has been 22 years since I stayed here for 6 months – 6 months that were full of new experiences, meeting people from all over the world, and making new friends!
Anna
