ISIM focuses on all aspects of international migration, including the causes of and potential responses to population movements, immigration and refugee law and policy, comparative migration studies, the integration of immigrants into their host societies, and the effects of international migration on social, economic, demographic, foreign policy and national security concerns. ISIM also studies internal displacement, with particular attention to the forced movements of people for reasons that would make them refugees if they crossed an international border.

The San Diego Border Experience seeks to inform individuals of the various opinions of immigration by exposing volunteers to the faces behind the issue, and working in solidarity with those most closely affected by immigration.  This program offers educational travel and service learning opportunities to engage with community development initiatives.  Via International/Los Niños provides a framework to nourish personal development, foster community engagement, strengthen organizations, and promote global dialogue. 
 

The trip gives students the opportunity to experience the life of “los pequeños,” through examining the social, political, economic, and religious justice issues specific to Guatemala.
 

One week duration service trip with Franciscans as local contacts but hoping for more Jesuit Involvement.
 

Seven day service trip through Borderlinks, concentrating on increasing border awareness and immigration issues.

One day service trip through Borderlinks, concentrating on increasing border awareness and immigration issues.

Seven day service trip through Borderlinks, concentrating on increasing border awareness and immigration issues.

The trip gives students the opportunity to examine the following issues: global poverty, immigration, climate change, and fair trade. All of these issues are aligned with the ideals of the Jesuits, and have a substantial impact on migrants. 

During spring break, a large contingent of 50 students and 10 faculty members travels to Tijuana, Mexico, to build four houses for families that currently lack adequate housing

Week long service trip at “Casa de Los Pobres,” a social service agency with a dining room, medical clinic, food distribution, and other necessities. It is run by Sisters of St. Francis.
 

 The trip gives students the opportunity to examine the following issues: global poverty, immigration, climate change, and fair trade. All of these issues are aligned with the ideals of the Jesuits, and have a substantial impact on migrants.