The International Soirée, presented by the International Student Association and the Center for International Education, is an annual fundraiser and reception featuring an international buffet, international music, and a popular silent auction for small international handcrafts. The winner of the International Student Scholarship is announced at the event. 

The International Student Scholarship Fundraiser and Soirée is ISA's biggest event in the Spring semester!

Country Theme

Each year we select a theme and invite performers that spotlight a particular geographic region or a specific area of interest. In the past, the Middle East, Africa, the Caribbean, India, The Philippines, Mexico, Iran, Central America, Peru, and Brazil have been featured.

In Spring 2025, the country theme is Spain!

We also have a silent auction that showcases beautiful handicrafts from all over the world. All ticket and silent auction sales benefit the International Scholarship Fund.

International Student Scholarship Fund

Throughout the year, ISA raises money for the scholarship fund, out of which a scholarship is awarded to one enrolled international student each year. 

The International Student Scholarship Fund was established in 2001 to help international students who perform well at Loyola, but who may need additional financial assistance once they enroll at Loyola. 

Currently, international students on F-1 student visas who develop a financial need after they arrive, as a result of devaluations in their currency, or because of world-wide or country specific economic problems, are ineligible for any need-based aid or U.S. government financial aid. 

In the hopes of addressing this need, the International Student Scholarship is a competitive scholarship based on both need and merit.

To learn more about the International Student Scholarship and how to apply, visit our scholarships and financial aid webpage.

To learn more about ISA, visit the ISA website.  If you would like to be notified of upcoming ISA events, please follow ISA on Instagram.

For more information about the soiree, email CIE or call 504-864-7550.