Welcome to the Office of International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS) at Florida International University! With more than 4,500 international students and nearly 200 scholars representing 143 countries, FIU is a truly global community where people from around the world come together to learn, connect, and grow.
Our team is here to support you throughout your FIU journey. We provide guidance on immigration and maintaining your status, connect you with important university resources, and help you navigate the opportunities and experiences that make life at FIU unique.
Whether you are arriving at FIU for the first time or continuing your journey with us, ISSS is here to help you feel informed, connected, and supported. Our offices are located at both the Modesto A. Maidique Campus (MMC) and Biscayne Bay Campus (BBC), so support is available wherever your FIU experience takes you.
Meet the Team
Kelly Poppen
Director/PDSO/RO
Evelyn Rodriguez
Associate Director/DSO/ARO | F-1 Program
Ariel Ortiz
Associate Director/ARO | J-1 Program
Andre Dawson
Assistant Director/DSO
Marissa Drew
Senior Coordinator/DSO
Jonathan Ramos
Coordinator/DSO
Isaac Benavides
Coordinator/DSO
Melissa Fontanez Ocasio
Coordinator/DSO
Asia Procopio
Coordinator, Engagement & Programming/ARO
Gabriela Colon
Office Associate