The purpose of the Iranian Students' Foundation (ISF) is to provide current and prospective members with the opportunity to meet others with similar interests and backgrounds. Our goal is to keep the rich Persian history and culture alive for both the descendents of Iran and for all those interested. The goal of the group also includes raising campus awareness about Persian culture, tradition, holidays, and history as well as modern-day Iran and issues facing Iranian-Americans. The ISF is a non-religious and non-political entity that was established at the University of Maryland-College Park in 1984. In addition, The ISF tries to fulfill a service to the Iranian Community at the University of Maryland and support the Roshan Cultural Heritage Institute Center for Persian Studies in all of their programs.