2014 COISA leadership presentation

Last Updated: 05/2014

Office of International Programs

BOISA the “Umbrella” in 1950 to COISA

BOISA the “Umbrella” in 1950 to COISA

Indian Students’

Association

Chinese Students’ Association and

others…Japanese Students’

Association

Reaching to International Student Organizations International Students

Make known all international students and organizations on campus

Celebrate diversity on-campus and spread cultural awareness

To encourage the involvement of domestic and international students in our events

Ramble On: World Unity Fair at Colorado State University: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vTX3YlF2xis&noredirect=159th Annual International Fest World Unity Fair at Colorado State University: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FeaJWomHRG8

Promotes the talents of international and domestic students on campus

Variety of nationalities represented: China, Brazil, Indonesia, Japan, USA, Vietnam and etc….

Attendance: 150+ people

Biggest International festival in Northern Colorado**60th and counting! International student organizations share culture, music and food with everyone at CSU and the Fort Collins community!

Average attendance: 4,000 people

Music from all over the world in one evening!

International Dance Party is a blend of different cultures and excitement!

COISA also brings local and community talent to entertain the crowd.

A tournament of soccer and volleyball that brings together international and U.S. students for friendly competition and community development

A total of 16 teams participate in the tournament in each sport

T-shirts, trophies, and other cool prizes are given to winners!

Gives you the chance to get to know the COISA board Can earn points

◦ Points can be used to earn prizes from COISA◦ Points can increase your chances of becoming a COISA board member

“When I joined COISA, it was still growing and finding its stable grounds. But soon, more and more people started knowing

COISA and thus were willing to participate in the events. As COISA always needed

volunteers during its events like COISA cup, World Unity Fair and the Talent Show,

having a dedicated team of volunteers for COISA seemed to be a good idea…having a team of volunteers gives us a lower limit to the number of people that will be available

for help during the event.”

Gunjan Mahindre, previous Active Member

2011-2012

2012-2013

ARTICLE III: MEMBERSHIP

Section 1: Active Membership Active membership is open to all members of national and

international clubs at Colorado State University, and all CSU students with an interest in intercultural understanding. 

Each active member has the right to one vote in elections for each officer position. 

Only active members may hold office. *individuals who came to at least one COISA event or volunteer for COISA

  Section 4: Membership Requirements 

Members must have an interest in international affairs and intercultural understanding.

Colorado State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression.

“As an active member: Adding the title of "Active member" not only gives them a place in the team they always wanted but also motivates the member to work actively! Although I wasn't a part of the committee, I got to participate in every decision the team made as we discussed our issues and plans during weekly meetings. Every member takes a piece of responsibility. It wasn't just plain work but together, we also appreciated the efforts everyone put in despite their busy schedules.”

“I am truly honored to have participated in COISA for a year and a half.  I've come to learn and enjoy the companies of all members and assistances from the many different offices on campus who strive to connect the diverse organizations together. My transition from being a active member to a COISA Officer helped me develop roles of responsibility, flexibility, punctuality and the unique characteristics I have. I caor come to discover in creating harmonious relationships towards a more peaceable world through the understanding of Diversity. ”

Gunjan Mahindre, Electrical Engineering, Masters student

Shereelynn Lee, International Studies student

ARTICLE IV: ELECTED OFFICERS

There will be a President, Vice-President, Treasurer, Secretary, Fundraising Coordinator, Marketing Chair and an Outreach Coordinator.  

Either the President or Vice-President must be an international student.Officers will be elected by secret ballot, and have a 2/3 majority vote by active members present.Elections will be held late in the Spring semester or in early September.Officers are allowed to serve for more than one term but re-elections must be held each year.

The President will act as a coordinator; she/he will prepare the agenda, and preside over the meetings. Oversee events completion. The President will act as a liaison to CSU, ASCSU, the Office of International Programs, the International Center, and other organizations within the CSU and Fort Collins communities.

The Vice-President will work with members within COISA and other internal activities. The VP will construct the agenda and hold meetings during the absence of the president.

The Secretary will record the minutes at each meeting; she/he will be responsible for the distribution of the minutes to all the members, and notify members of upcoming meetings.

The Marketing Coordinator will develop promotional material for COISA, and lead all publicity efforts.

The Treasurer will maintain the bookkeeping on the general account and also work with the Office of International Programs and ASCSU with regard to funding of COISA events.

The Fundraising Coordinator will research different fundraising avenues, develop proposals to secure funding, and coordinate all fundraising activity.

The Outreach Coordinator promote COISA and secure new members and also create a network with other groups/organizations on campus and in the Fort Collins community.

Active MemberWork along side the President and other officers.

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