Description
VISA is dedicated to connecting Vietnamese international students and alumni both at Iowa State University and throughout the United States. Our mission is to celebrate and preserve Vietnamese culture through a variety of events and activities, while enriching the educational and professional experiences of international students. We strive to provide essential resources, foster career development, and build a supportive community network.
Affiliations
This organization has no affiliations.
Constitution / Tier
Membership Information
| Student Members |
17 |
| ISU Members |
0 |
| Non-ISU Members |
0 |
| Allowed Members |
Those who have paid the membership fee |
| Allowed Officers |
Any official member could be nominated |
| Membership Qualifications |
A student of Iowa State University |
| Membership Restrictions |
No political and religious discussion or controversy |
| Elections/Selection |
The elections is held annually in Spring |
| Meetings |
VISA hosts a bi-weekly meeting and other irregular meetings for special events. Every member would be notified of the events via VISA email, Instagram, and Facebook pages. |
Description of Regular Meetings/Activities
| Update from the Executive Board about recent activities and inform the members of upcoming events.
Entertainment activities: playing sports, potluck, puzzles, and other team-building activities.
Career-related workshop.
Talk show.
Traditional cuisine activities. |
Description of Special Events
| Welcome to the Tết Show 2025, where we celebrate and share an important Vietnamese cultural
event! The event is solely hosted by the Vietnamese International Student Association (VISA)
and Iowa State University students, where a minimum of 50% of the profit will be donated to
support two charity foundations. One foundation will be in Vietnam, Sữa Kun Cho Em, and the
other foundation will be in Iowa, Sleep in Heavenly Peace. This show will be hosted on January
25, 2025 at Durham Great Hall from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. There will be food provided and performances by ISU students. Tickets will be on sale in November! Hope to see everyone there! |