Make Real Friendships with Local Americans

Rochester Institute of Technology

GET CONNECTED

Here are a few popular ways to interact with us.

Discovery Bible Groups

Build meaningful friendships by meeting regularly with a small group of other international students and American volunteers to learn more about the Bible.

FRIENDSHIP PARTNERS

Are you new to Rochester and want to make a local friend? Look no further than to on of IFI’s Friendhsip Parnters. Connect with local Americans who want to meet you today!

Upcoming Event

Whether you are new to the United States or you have been here for a while, join us for these fun events to get connected with IFI!

International Friendships (IFI)

International students often struggle with culture shock, stress, and loneliness when leaving their homes to study in the US. International Friendships, Inc. (IFI) is a national organization partnering with local churches, universities, and volunteers to provide life-changing hospitality and friendship to international students. We work strategically to make the world feel at home and extend God’s love globally — right where we are. 

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UPCOMING EVENTS

We put on big and small events throughout the year. Come make an American friend!

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