ISMP

Chicago

is the local chapter of the International Student Mentorship Program, at Chicago, IL. We are here to welcome, support, and mentor international students as they begin their journey in the U.S.!

Whether you live in Evanston, downtown, or Hyde Park, you’re welcome to check out any of our events below!

Upcoming Events

ONLINE Workshop: How to Connect and Build Relationships - with classmates, professors & colleagues in the U.S.

💻 Zoom Link will be emailed after signing up

📆 Thursday, Nov 6, 2025 | 8-9PM

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Workshop: Job Search Essentials + Common Mistakes to Avoid

📍 Downtown Chicago (Exact location will be emailed)

📆 Sat, Nov 15, 2025 | 1-2:30PM

📣 Space limited. Sign up today!

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International Winter Conference ✈️🌉

Dates: Dec 27 (Sat) – Dec 30 (Tue)!

👉 Check out our website and the promo video for what to expect: 

  • fun outings 🌊

  • inspiring workshops 💡

  • making connections with students & mentors from all our ISMP and Acts2 international campuses! 🤝

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What We Offer

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  • We host workshops in a variety of topics, ranging from academics, job & career tips, and life skills & character training.

  • Get paired one-on-one with an ISMP mentor who is dedicated to understanding your goals and guiding you through life’s questions.

  • Build confidence in English through small group discussion with native speakers and explore meaningful topics!

Meet the Mentors

  • Jon Wang

    · University of California, Berkeley (BS), Bioengineering
    · University of California, Davis (MD)
    · Orthopedic Surgeon @ Genesis Orthopedics

  • Jenna Ouyang

    · UC San Diego (BS), Public Health & Sociology
    · Loyola University Chicago (Nursing)
    · Mental Health Nurse @ Endeavor Health

  • Joey Ouyang

    · University of California, San Diego (BASc), Medicinal and Pharmaceutical Chemistry
    · Midwestern University (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine - DO)
    · Resident Physician @ Ascension Saint Joseph Hospital

  • Matt Mariani

    · University of São Paulo, Brazil (LLB), Law
    · Senior Associate Attorney @ Frange Advogados

  • Robin Tajingwa

    · University of California, Berkeley (BA), Architecture
    · Sales Enablement Specialist @ Reveal

  • Abe Yang

    · University of California, Berkeley (BS), Electrical Engineering & Computer Science
    · Brand / Web / Motion Design Lead @ Dispel

  • Caroline Vang

    · University of California, Berkeley (BA), Anthropology
    · University of Minnesota (MA), Teaching English as a Second Language
    · Sales Enablement Specialist @ Vertex Inc
    · Former Higher Ed ESL Teacher

  • Chris Su

    · University of California, Berkeley (BS)
    · University of Minnesota (MBA)
    · Business Intelligence Analyst @ QsrSoft (Data Consulting for McDonald's)

  • Vanessa Orozco

    · University of California, Berkeley (BS), Civil Engineering
    · Project Engineer @ Environmental & Construction Solutions

  • Danny Orozco

    · University of California, Berkeley (BA), Education and Social Change
    · San Francisco State University (Teaching, Mathematics)
    · Math Teacher @ Elgin Middle School

  • Daryl Wong

    · University of California, Berkeley (BS), Electrical Engineering & Computer Science
    · Curriculum Lead @ CodeHS

  • Nancy Yeung

    · University of California, Berkeley (MS), Industrial Engineering & Operations Research
    · Data Center Manager @ University of Chicago Booth Business School

  • Josh Yeung

    · University of California, Berkeley (BS), Psychology & Sociology
    · Senior HR Systems Analyst @ Allegion

  • Qile Chen

    · University of Pittsburgh (BS)
    · Northwestern University (MA), Linguistics
    · Research Data Analyst @ Northwestern University

  • Ruben Nakano

    · University of São Paulo, Brazil (BS), Civil Engineering
    · Northwestern University (MS), Machine Learning and Data Science
    · Lead Data Analyst @ Greater Chicago Food Depository