International Student Ministries Essentials
International Student Ministries Essentials
Become equipped to engage practical and spiritual circumstances in the lives of international students as your own perspective is enriched through broadened understanding of the nature of our global campus community.
International Student Ministries Essentials
Become equipped to engage practical and spiritual circumstances in the lives of international students as your own perspective is enriched through broadened understanding of the nature of our global campus community.
Description
This course guides you through the key stages of international student or faculty members' experiences using the ISM Timeline. You'll learn how to support students before arrival, during their adjustment period, throughout their academic journey, and as they prepare to depart or return home. The program introduces you to the ISM National Team and equips you with strategies for both effective ministry and security. Personalized coaching helps you apply insights to your specific ministry context, whether you are working with one student or a group. The course consolidates resources and tools for immediate application in international student ministry.
Learning Objectives
- Gain ministry confidence through the ISM Timeline; know how the ISM National Team can help you through coaching, advocacy, or providing resources; contextualize the course material through coaching with an ISM staff member; practice managing up for the sake of your flourishing and your campus ministry's flourishing; engage with the material in your own context.
Course Details
Course Details
Syllabus
Chapter 1: Walking Alongside
Chapter 2: Pre-Arrival, Arrival, and Adjustment
Chapter 3: Academic Season
Chapter 4: Pre-Departure and Post-Departure
Chapter 5: To Thrive and Flourish
International Student Ministries Essentials
Become equipped to engage practical and spiritual circumstances in the lives of international students as your own perspective is enriched through broadened understanding of the nature of our global campus community.