Resident Resources
Updates & Deadlines for Current Residents
Welcome, Residents!
Below is a quick list of resources and information to help make your stay more comfortable and fulfilling. Check back regularly for important deadlines regarding applications and other logistics.
The Resident Council
The Resident Council serves to advise the President on the affairs of International House by communicating the views and concerns of Residents in the spirit of partnership. Nominations for all positions open in September, with elections held in October.
2019 Resident Council Representatives
President: Zohat Parvez
Vice President: Fidahussain Yamani
Secretary: Halda Holscher
Regional Representatives:
- North America – Isaiah Brown
- Europe – Paul W.
- Central & South Asia – Heer Mehta
- Latin America – Luis Velasquez
- Middle East – Daniel Mansour
- East & Southeast Asia – Louisa Ong
- Oceania – Daniel Lopez
I-House Events
We have an exciting calendar of events planned for you, with more being developed by and with Residents. Most events are open exclusively to current Residents, so invitations will be sent to you internally. Do you have an idea for a program or event? Submit your idea today!
Information & Services
Transactions Portal – Pay fees, renew your stay, apply for financial aid and more.
Admissions, Programs and Resident Life – Learn all of the admissions policies and the exciting programs and leadership opportunities available.
Departure Information – If you’re looking ahead to May 2020, here is information for residents preparing to depart International House, including important steps pre-departure. Check out our Readmission/Summer Extension Frequently Asked Questions.
AVI Fresh – Learn about the I-House onsite Dining Services.
Public Safety – Review policies and guidelines that help ensure a safe environment at I-House.
Facilities & Site Operations – Learn about how our team is making I-House the best it can be and the role Residents play. Our goal is to make International House a safe and comfortable home for you.
Create a Work Request Ticket – Request assistance with maintenance issues, including the installation/removal of air conditioners. We use the Upkeep mobile maintenance application to to initiate and track service requests.
- To submit a new work request ticket, click here.
- To check on work request ticket(s) you’ve already submitted, click here.
If you have any questions about the facilities and site operations, please don’t hesitate to contact Eddie Nieves at enieves@ihouse-nyc.org.
Laundry SmartCard Instructions – For the laundry rooms in both I-House South and I-House North.
Finance Office and Bursar Services – Learn how Bursar Services can help throughout your residency.
Important Policies
Be aware of some of the key policies all Residents should know:
Resident members of International House are carefully selected by the Admissions Committee to create a diverse community that is committed to the ideals of cross-cultural exchange, friendship, tolerance, respect, empathy and moral courage. As a Resident at I-House, you are not a tenant and International House is not a landlord. You are a member of a community devoted to a mission.
International House is a non-profit organization in which all Residents are substantially subsidized by philanthropic contributions to supplement Resident Fees. Community life is different than living independently: each Resident Member has duties and responsibilities to others in the community. Understanding of and respect for community norms and practices, along with some degree of compromise in the face of individual desires, are critical to having an optimal experience at I-House and are required.
Alcohol and Illegal Drugs Policy