International Student Association Elections

2021 ISA Elections

Since the 1970’s the International Student Association has been one of the largest and most active student groups at UMaine.  We need strong and dedicated leaders to continue this tradition.  Undergraduate students are encouraged to run for President, Vice President, Treasurer, and Secretary, while Graduate Students are encouraged to run for Graduate Adviser. These stipulations are in accordance with UMaine Student Government policy.  In addition, the Treasurer cannot  be a member of the Student Senate.

Important Dates

Nomination period:      March 29 – April 9

Candidate Speeches at Coffee Hour:     April 16

Election Day:      April 23

Requirements for All ISA Officers

You must be an UNDERGRADUATE student
Strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to work well in a team environment
Ability to take initiative
Attend ISA weekly meetings
Attend additional long range planning sessions 2-3 times per year
Attend leadership workshops held by OIP, OMSL and Division of Student Life
Carry out assigned duties in a timely and responsible matter
Attend ALL ISA sponsored events such as Coffee Hour, Culturefest, and International Dance Festival
Support and advocate for international students at UMaine
Support diversity and internationalism on campus by providing appropriate programs

Click here for description of individual responsibilities for officers.

Nominate an ISA leader today using the form below!

Undergraduate students may nominate themselves or another undergraduate student for President, Vice President, Secretary or Treasurer positions.  For more information about the responsibilities for each position click here.

ISA Nomination Form

  • You can nominate yourself or another student. Please be sure to spell his/her name fully and correctly.
  • Please list Umaine.edu email.
  • If you are nominating yourself please input "self" or your own name.

Requirements for Graduate Advisers

Graduate student in good standing willing to represent international graduate student population to the board.

Click here for ISA Election FAQs.