Welcome to ISMP
at Pittsburgh!

We are a local chapter of the International Student Mentorship Program, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Our mission is to support international students with their transition to America through English conversation meetups, workshops, and 1:1 mentorship. 

ISMP How to Connect & Build Relationships in the US

Learn about why building relationships and making connections in the U.S. is critical in international students' experience and success in the U.S. Also, learn practical conversation tips on engaging in small talk with Americans.

🗓️When: Friday, 8/22/25, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

📍Where: Register for location!

ISMP Welcome Dinner & Info Session

Incoming Pitt or CMU International Student? Come and find our who we are! We are holding a Welcome Dinner and Info Session, with free Chinese dinner provided 🥘:

🗓️When: Friday, 8/15/25, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

📍Where: Register for location!

Professional Workshops

Occasionally, we host workshops designed to give international students an opportunity to pause and focus on specific skills and challenges. Sign up with AEC to get future updates!

Here are some examples of workshops we’ve developed:

  • How to Connect & Build Relationships In America

  • Job Essentials: Navigating the US Workforce and Applying for Jobs

  • How to Communicate with Advisors and Colleagues in Your Research Group

Meet The Mentors

  • Andrew Martinez

    Senior Software Engineer @ Cisco Meraki

    Psychology, UC Berkeley

  • Priscella Martinez

    Former Administrative Business Partner @ Google

    Political Economy, UC Berkeley

  • Danny Yu

    Software Engineer @ Westinghouse Electric Company

    Computer Science, University of Pittsburgh

  • Aaron Fong

    Customer Engagement Manager @ Optimizely

    Sociology, UC Berkeley

  • Angel Fong

    Academic HR Partner @ UC Berkeley

    Integrated Biology & Social Welfare, UC Berkeley

  • Jason Lu

    Senior Software Engineer @
    Grant Street Group

    EECS, UC Berkeley

  • Olivia Lu

    Freelance Illustrator,
    Former Product Designer

    Cognitive Science, UC Berkeley
    Web Design and New Media, Academy of Art