What is BISM?

Bloomington International Student Ministries (BISM) is a partnership of IU Christian student organizations and local churches which exists to help internationals of all backgrounds develop cross-cultural friendships and enjoy American culture, and which provides opportunities for students of all backgrounds to grow in understanding of the Christian faith.  We desire to assist you in any way and hope your involvement with us will be a positive part of your experience in Bloomington.

Partnering Campus Ministries

International Friendship Ministries
Elan Rajamani               elan@ifmusa.org   

International Students, Inc.
Randy Hawes                rahawes@indiana.edu               

Partnering Churches

 Sherwood Oaks Christian Church
Elan Rajamani               elan@ifmusa.org

Southside Christian Church
Ray Stevens                 raytodd@kiva.net

Christ Community Church
Joel Niese                   joelniese@gmail.com

North Central Church of Christ
Don Cross                    dcross@indiana.edu

Exodus Church
Bill Downey                  billd12@comcast.net

All campus ministries are registered with the I.U. Campus Religious
Leaders Association (CaRLA) and adhere to Indiana University
and CaRLA standards of ethics. 

Student Organization Members

President            
Dorcas Miao                                  miaod@iu.edu 

Vice President
Daniel Fobi                                  dfobi@iu.edu

Secretary
Priyanka Mukherjee                       primukh@iu.edu

Treasurer
Ying-Chih Chuang                          chuangyi@indiana.edu