You must be aware of the ISA's airport pick-up and temporary accommodation program and most probably you might have also used this service when you first arrived in Columbus. Come forward to help in continuing the tradition and to give back to the incoming Indian community!
You can be of immense help to the new students if you volunteer for any (or both) of these two services- 1. Airport Pickup Service: To give a ride to a new coming Indian student from airport to the campus. You will need a car or other vehicle with a space to carry the guest and at least two big luggage bags (23kgs/ 50lbs each). 2. Temporary Accommodation Service: To host the new students at your home for the first few days. The guests will be expected to leave in no more than 3-4 days.
Please understand that this service is very important for the new coming students. If you are committing to volunteer, make sure to follow it up in a timely manner. In case your availability changes after completing the volunteering form, please complete another form with the updated information and inform Romel Somavat (somavat@gmail.com) through an email. We will be able to sort out the latest schedule submitted by you.
Disclaimer:
The airport pick-up and temporary accommodation services provided by the Indian Students Association (ISA) through its volunteers is for the benefit and goodwill of the incoming students at the Ohio State University. Please be advised that ISA or the parties involved in it (including the new coming student and the person volunteering to provide this service) will not be held responsible for any mishap or problem that may arise during the time of airport transportation. This liability waiver extends to any mishap or problem during the temporary housing also (if provided). If you agree to the terms and conditions, please check I AGREE to proceed to the ISA Airport Pick-up and Temporary Accommodation Volunteering Form.