THE INTERNATIONAL CENTER

of West Lafayette, Inc., is an independent not-for-profit community organization governed by a volunteer Board of Directors. Our mission is to assist International residents, and to foster cross-cultural knowledge and understanding.

The activities and the programs of the IC are led by volunteers and are supported by donations, fundraising activities, and fees. The International Center does not receive any funding from our state (Indiana), Purdue University, or local governments (City of Lafayette, City of West Lafayette, or Tippecanoe County).

Our programs are open to ALL residents of the Greater Lafayette community. The INTERNATIONAL CENTER cordially welcomes the International students, Visiting Scholars, faculty of Purdue University, and their spouses and families to participate in and volunteer for our programs and events.

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In May of 1971, the IC was officially incorporated by a small group motivated by a desire to serve the growing international student population at Purdue.  In the 50’s and 60’s, the number of international students were counted by tens and rose into the low hundreds.  Now Purdue has over 6000 international students, and Ivy Tech is beginning to attract them also.  Throughout the decades, the IC has sought to fulfill its mission to serve the international persons who come to our community and to foster cross-cultural understanding and respect.  We couldn’t do it without the support of our donors and the time donated by hundreds of volunteers each year.

523 Russell Street,
West Lafayette, IN 47906-2823
Phone: (765) 743-4353
Fax: (765) 746-4953