Friday Dinners 

International Student Fellowship dinners are one of the ways we welcome international students. People from all over the world have come. It's hard to say what they like best: food, foosball or that feeling of family. We share food from all over, so come with adenturesome tastebuds.

Throughout the night you'll find ample time to get to know other students and Americans who are eager to get to know you. After dinner, there will be a game, and discussion time where you can choose a small conversation group to be a part of.

When: 2nd and 4th Fridays every month, from 6:30-10 p.m.
Where: At Jan and Dave Kolstad's home
8860 Shoshone Ave.
Northridge, CA 91325

Click here for a map to the party.

If you need a ride or have a question, send us an e-mail, or call
818-775-9650. We'd be glad to answer your questions. We want to make you feel welcome.

About Our Group 

 
ISI Northridge is here to serve students in the San Fernando and Simi Valley Areas. We do a number of things to make your stay in the USA more interesting, educational, life-changing, and fun. Although we cannot meet every request, we do try to help in many areas of life.

Intellectual
- Helping you master English with tutoring and discussion groups.
- Visit interesting places in Southern California and beyond.

Spiritual
- Small group and one-on-one Bible Study and prayer.

Physical
- Lending a hand (when we can) by finding a ride or a roommate.

Social
- Introducing you to American friends who can help you adjust to living in America.
- Building community and friendship through our Friday Night gatherings.

Check out what we have to offer, and feel welcome to join us!

Erin and Ian Downs are recent graduates from Cal. State Northridge. Erin has a degree in Linguistics, and Ian majored in Anthropology. They both work full-time with ISI serving international students.

Dave and Jan Kolstad are the hosts of our Friday night dinners. Jan works on staff with ISI. Dave works for MAP, selling a business and life mangement program that has helped many people. They now have friends around the world, and they went to China recently to visit some students who had gone home.

Ana Maria and Felix Camarillo have been volunteering with ISI for about five years. Ana Maria immigrated to the USA from Argentina. Felix grew up in the southern California area. Felix works as an accountant for an organization the helps people with disabilities. Ana Maria has a background in nursing, and now works as a medical coder.