Helping make UW-Whitewater your home. <p>The Office of International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) assists international students and J-1 exchange visiting scholars during their time at UW-Whitewater. Our office oversees the appropriate application of federal regulations that affect F and J visa holders sponsored by UW-Whitewater. The ISSS also assists in cultural exchange and enrichment of the Whitewater community.</p> <p><em>Note: International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) is able to provide you with general guidance. However, any guidance provided to you by ISSS, as well as the information in our materials, should not be construed as legal advice. Due to the fluid nature of governmental interpretation, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security may change its interpretation of immigration laws/regulations and eligibility requirements for benefits at any time. We will do our best to provide you with the most current guidance. Each case is fact-specific and it is advised that you contact an experienced immigration attorney if you have questions regarding our situation. </em></p> False