Welcome to ISMP
at Pittsburgh!

We are a local chapter of the International Student Mentorship Program, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Our mission is to support international students with their transition to America through English conversation meetups, workshops, and 1:1 mentorship. 

Advanced
English
Conversation

Join us every Saturday at lunch for an engaging session to take your communication and soft skills to the next level!

Whether you’re looking to improve your English, boost your confidence, or develop cultural sensitivities, AEC is here to help! It’s a chance to practice advanced English, understand cultural nuances, and connect with others in a relaxed and friendly environment.

Practical Workshops

Occasionally, we host workshops designed to give international students an opportunity to pause and focus on specific skills and challenges. Sign up with AEC to get future updates!

Here are some examples of workshops we’ve developed:

  • Common Mistakes in the Job Search Process

  • Clear Thinking: How to Fight Anxieties and Negative Thoughts

  • Speaking Like Americans

  • Writing Professional Emails

  • How to Communicate with Advisors and Colleagues in Your Research Group

Meet The Mentors

  • Aaron Fong

    Customer Engagement Manager @ Optimizely

    Sociology, UC Berkeley

  • Angel Fong

    Academic HR Partner @ UC Berkeley

    Integrated Biology & Social Welfare, UC Berkeley

  • Jason Lu

    Senior Software Engineer @
    Grant Street Group

    EECS, UC Berkeley

  • Olivia Lu

    Senior Product Designer

    Cognitive Science, UC Berkeley
    Web Design and New Media, Academy of Art

  • Danny Yu

    Software Engineer @ Westinghouse Electric Company

    Computer Science, University of Pittsburgh