FIUTS SPOTLIGHT

 

Welcome to Seattle! Ready to Join a global community?

FIUTS WELCOMES ALL STUDENTS ATTENDING COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES IN THE SEATTLE AREA!

Being a part of FIUTS is a great way to meet other students from around the world and to engage with people here in the Pacific Northwest.

Become a FIUTS Homestay Host

There are exciting new opportunities to meet and host new students from around the world!

“You get back a million times more than you give.”
— Barbara Gorham, FIUTS Homestay Host

FIUTS is powered by community!

Do you have a great idea for an event or local excursion that you think would interest the FIUTS community? Share your idea, and our team can help you bring it to our community!

Coming up soon….

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FIUTS Friday: Intro to Dominoes
Aug 29
FIUTS Friday: Intro to Dominoes
Fall 2025 OPT Peer Support Group Session #1
Sep 3
Fall 2025 OPT Peer Support Group Session #1
North Beacon Hill Neighborhood Cleanup
Sep 6
North Beacon Hill Neighborhood Cleanup
Daily Neighborhood Exploration & Puzzle Hunt
Sep 15
Daily Neighborhood Exploration & Puzzle Hunt
Welcome to Seattle Week: FIUTS International Trivia Night
Sep 16
Welcome to Seattle Week: FIUTS International Trivia Night
Welcome to Seattle Week: FIUTS Lake Union Argosy Cruise
Sep 17
Welcome to Seattle Week: FIUTS Lake Union Argosy Cruise
Pre-Block Party Community Cleanup
Sep 19
Pre-Block Party Community Cleanup
FIUTS Community BBQ & Block Party
Sep 19
FIUTS Community BBQ & Block Party

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OPT Peer Support Group – Fall Session Are you an international student searching for employment while on OPT (Optional Practical Training)? Join a FIUTS OPT Peer Support Group, a welcoming community to share experiences, exchange job search ti

FIUTS BLOG

 
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A Personal Update from Era
A Personal Update from Era

After 19 years, FIUTS Executive Director Era Schrepfer is stepping down from her role in a few months. Read her reflections on her long tenure and the incredible work of FIUTS during her time here.

Faces of FIUTS: Bachir Laouali Ousman
Faces of FIUTS: Bachir Laouali Ousman

Niger is rich in cultural diversity, and growing up there taught me to appreciate community ties and the importance of helping others. These early lessons have influenced my path and continue to guide my commitment to education and community development.

FIUTS at 77: Stronger Together
FIUTS at 77: Stronger Together

Join us in strengthening our community—give today to support FIUTS at 77 and help us meet the rising need.

Leadership Through Storytelling: Practicing Voice at FIUTS
Leadership Through Storytelling: Practicing Voice at FIUTS

At FIUTS, we believe that leadership is not only about taking action. It’s also about listening, reflection, and knowing what you stand for.