Agenda and Roadmap
Agenda and Roadmap
Connecting Iranian organizations: The AISS aims to connect Iranian student associations across US universities, fostering knowledge exchange and collaborative cultural events. By sharing resources and expertise, we enhance organizational efficiency and create a collaborative network that extensively benefits students' experience across US universities.
Developing Supplementary Documents: Leveraging the wealth of experience within our academic and professional members, the AISS is dedicated to crafting essential supplementary documents for university applicants, as well as Ph.D. graduates pursuing academic careers. We provide invaluable guidance in creating competitive dossiers, including CVs and statements of purpose, ensuring applicants stand out in the admissions process. Furthermore, for those pursuing academic careers, we offer indispensable resources for refining required documents and empowering individuals to distinguish themselves in the academic arena.
Announcing Assistantship (RA, TA, etc.) positions and summer projects: The AISS will actively collect and regularly update a comprehensive database of assistantship and internship opportunities available across universities in the United States. These desired positions range from Research Assistantships (RA) to Teaching Assistantships (TA), along with exciting summer projects, will be meticulously compiled and prominently featured on our website for effortless access by students.
Postgraduation Support and Mentorship: We continue to support students after their graduation as they embark on their academic and professional journeys. Through our extensive network, we facilitate connections with academicians and industry leaders, opening doors to exciting career opportunities. Additionally, we provide invaluable resources, such as tailored recommendations meticulously crafted to highlight our members' strengths and achievements. Moreover, our experienced advisors offer professional guidance, facilitating graduates' transitions from academia to the professional world.
Organizing Scientific Seminars: The AISS will promote knowledge-sharing across diverse disciplines and public audiences. We will host dynamic and engaging seminars that bring together esteemed scholars, researchers, and students from various fields. Through these scientific events, we provide a platform for the exchange of ideas, ultimately contributing to the advancement of knowledge and the development of new insights and discoveries.
Identifying collaboration Opportunities: The AISS is committed to identifying and fostering collaboration opportunities that facilitate networking and interaction among scholars, students, and professionals. Our goal is to provide a platform that encourages the exchange of ideas and facilitates the establishment of both short and long-term collaborative projects between scholars, resulting in mutual benefits for all members involved.
As a long-term initiative, our association will explore a sustainable and progressive two-tiered educational system that fits Iran’s social, historical, and cultural contexts. Professor Payvandi's formulation of three essential rights—the right to theorize, the right to trial and error, and the right to doubt —forms the core of this educational model.
The first tier is the external structure, which comprises the government, the educational system, and the market. While retaining its independence, the academic module of this structure maintains an organic interaction with the other two components.
The internal structure of our instructional model makes up the second tier. Among the key elements of this tier are academic freedom, the degree of centralization of the educational system, curriculum variation and differentiation, the entrance test enigma, and so forth.
Research and Analysis of Progressive Models: The AISS will conduct a thorough investigation into progressive higher education models in advanced countries, aiming to extract adaptable elements and strategies for Iran's educational landscape. Central to this research is understanding how these models adequately serve diverse populations, considering socio-economic, cultural, and geographical factors. The analysis will inform the development of an inclusive educational system tailored to Iran's unique needs.
Scientific Publications: As part of its commitment to knowledge dissemination, the AISS will regularly publish its research findings on academic platforms such as journals and conferences, ensuring accessibility to the public. By sharing its discoveries through these channels, the AISS aims to contribute to the collective body of knowledge created by specialists and experts. This wealth of information will serve as a valuable resource for shaping a progressive and sustainable educational system in Iran.