University of Idaho - I Banner
A student works at a computer

SlateConnect

U of I's web-based retention and advising tool provides an efficient way to guide and support students on their road to graduation. Login to SlateConnect.

International Programs Office

Physical Address:
901 Paradise Creek St.
LLC Bldg. #3
Moscow, ID 83844

Mailing Address:
875 Perimeter Drive
MS 1250
Moscow, ID 83844-1250

Phone: 208-885-8984

Fax: 208-885-2859

Email: ipo@uidaho.edu

Phone: 208-885-7870

Fax: 208-885-2859

Email: abroad@uidaho.edu

Friendship Family Program

About the Program

The Friendship Family Program is an International Programs Office (IPO) initiative that matches international students and scholars with a family in the Moscow area to meet once a semester or more. This is an excellent way for U of I's international students to better understand American conversation, culture and our amazing Moscow community.

Frequently Asked Questions

Whether you are a local family or an international student seeking to be paired with a family, this program helps build a bridge to mutual understanding by providing enriching cross-cultural engagement.

As international students, this is a fabulous way to better understand and adjust to life in the United States and get more involved with the local Moscow community.

As local Friendship Families, this is a fantastic way to better understand our world and offer hospitality to those who are far away from their home countries.

Availability

  • Friendship Families must meet with their matched student or scholar for at least 2 hours once a semester throughout their commitment to the program for a full year.
  • It is recommended to meet at least once a month during their first semester at University of Idaho to assist with any needs they may have.
  • All participants must attend the Welcome Back Picnic hosted by the International Programs Office at the beginning of the fall semester.

Each Friendship Family gets to decide how many students/scholars they would like to be assigned.

We understand that there are often unforeseen circumstances that may cause participants to withdraw from the program. If this happens, please email ipoprograms@uidaho.edu.

Apply for the Friendship Family Program

If you are interested in applying for the Friendship Family Program, complete this online form.

Contact ipo-events@uidaho.edu if you have any questions.

International Programs Office

Physical Address:
901 Paradise Creek St.
LLC Bldg. #3
Moscow, ID 83844

Mailing Address:
875 Perimeter Drive
MS 1250
Moscow, ID 83844-1250

Phone: 208-885-8984

Fax: 208-885-2859

Email: ipo@uidaho.edu

Phone: 208-885-7870

Fax: 208-885-2859

Email: abroad@uidaho.edu