The Indian Students Association here at Southern Illinois University,Carbondale,is a student organization on campus working towards propagating the culture,traditions and arts of India here in america.It enables students and faculty,both of indian origin and interested non-indian folks to enjoy,appreciate and be a part of our rich & colorful heritage.ISA has about 350 members strong body.Through the years,ISA conducts several events including INDIA Nite, Independence Day festivities, apart from screening Indian movies and taking part in international events on campus like international week etc...ISA also helps new students who have come here to pursue higher education.The organization helps them find accommodation upon arrival and gives them a general orientation of the place.