The J-1 exchange visitor visa was created with the primary purpose of enabling cultural exchange between the United States and other nations, thereby “building mutual understanding between Americans and people of other countries.” Cross-cultural exchange activities are an essential part of the University’s J-1 exchange visitor program and of our continued ability to sponsor exchange visitors across campus.
The Office of International Services, campus and community partners offer a variety of cross-cultural exchange opportunities.
To comply with the federal regulatory requirements of the exchange visitor program, all sponsoring departments must have plans in place to offer cross-cultural exchange opportunities to J-1 exchange visitors and their J-2 dependents.
Departments should contact OIS with any questions about the cross-cultural exchange component of the J-1 exchange visitor program.
In addition, the following exchange opportunities can be easily integrated into an exchange visitor’s time in the department: