International Student Relief at OU (COVID-19)

The COVID-19 Crisis is affecting the entire world right now, which means that there are multiple communities from all over the world who are at risk of different problems. Here at the University of Oklahoma, international students are a particularly vulnerable community.

Many students rely on employment and its income for their needs, paying their tuition or affording healthcare. Those students currently have reduced work hours and cannot afford basic necessities, and in many cases, may have to spend more money for unanticipated summer housing or travel costs.

There are 2,155 international students at OU from 135 different countries, all with different border restrictions caused by COVID-19. Based on initial survey data, we have found that multiple students are in dire need of money for everything from medication to housing to groceries.

Thus, we are starting with a 5,000 USD goal. It might seem like a lot, but a lot of students are facing immediate situations and troubles with wide ranges. 

We urgently ask for your help. This campaign will remain open to receive donations, so please continue donating and sharing to the best of your ability! Everything will go to help international students!


The International Advisory Committee (IAC) is an international student organization (ISO) that serves as the umbrella for all other ISOs. We are student run and are advised by the College of International Studies. We advocate for international students on campus and the international community as a whole. We also bring different events to OU, including International Bazaar, International Prom, Human Library, International Pageant and the sadly cancelled Eve of Nations due to COVID-19 fears.