IFI Buddy Program

By having an IFI Buddy, you can have a deeper cultural experience while you are in the United States.

You will be matched with an individual or family in the Columbus area with whom you can develop a genuine friendship!

There are so many ways to start:

• You can ask questions

• Visit to enjoy an occasional meal and relax in conversation

• Celebrate holidays

• Participate in community events, or just relax in conversation.

This is an opportunity for you to experience American life in a non-university setting and to learn firsthand about culture in the United States!

Note: This program is available to university students in the Columbus, Ohio area only. It is a 4-month commitment.

To sign up, fill out the form below:

Note: This program is available to university students in the Columbus, OH area and are from English speaking countries only.

Contact Information

We use this information to identify you in our database

First Name

English Name (optional)

Family name

Birth Year

Personal Email

Campus Email

If you do not have an OSU email address, enter the OSU email address of your spouse OR another email address.

Preferred Email

General Information

Campus

Student Status

I am a...

Home Country

Other Country

Street Address

City

State

Zip Code

Cell Number

Gender

Martial Status

Semester Your Studies Began

Academic Department

Major

Partnership Program Information

Do you want to meet by yourself or with your spouse?

I need a ride to meet with my partner:

YesNo

Best Day and Time to Meet

Spouse and/or Children (if any):

Interests & Hobbies

How did you hear about the program?

Questions