Dear New Paltz Student,
We present the December 20, 2023, special edition of The Globe!
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The Globe is our International Student Newsletter. It is usually sent bi-weekly (every other week) on Fridays. In the Globe you will find announcements from the International Student Programs office. Important reminders, information on events and more.
As always, please read all information under Announcements and Reminders carefully as it may pertain to policies, mandatory requirements, or other information necessary for International Students.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Events & Opportunities
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Announcements and Reminders
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Events & Opportunitie
New Paltz ENGAGE listed Events
New Paltz ENGAGE is our campus platform for clubs, organizations, and events. Click Events at the top to see a list of upcoming activities. Keep checking this page as new events are added all the time!
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Announcements and Reminders
ISP Office Holiday Schedule
Van den Berg Hall (VH) will be closed for 2 weeks beginning Friday December 22, and will re-open at 8:00am, Monday January 8, 2024. International Student Programs staff will be working remotely and on a reduced holiday schedule during that time.
Some responses may be delayed on days that staff are off during the holidays. We will respond to all messages at our earliest convenience.
Airport Transportation
For those of you traveling abroad click here for information on how you can get to all the NYC airports from New Paltz.
- If you are planning to travel abroad, please remember to get a travel signature on your I-20 (F-1 Student) or DS-2019 (J-1 students).
- Travel signatures are valid for 6 months and are required for re-entry into the US after traveling abroad. You do not need a travel signature to depart the US, you will however need one upon re-entry.
- You will also need a valid visa and your passport must be valid at least 6 months into the future of your return date.
- You do not need a travel signature if you are traveling within the US.
- You do not need an updated travel signature if you have recieved one within the last 6 months.
J-1 Students: for a Travel Signature, please come to the International Student Programs Office with your DS-2019 during walk-in hours,11am - 1pm, tomorrow, Dec. 21, or after tomorrow you can request your Travel Signature at Travel Abroad & Travel Signature.
Registration reminders for F-1 Students
Since course registration for Spring 2024 has begun, please remember international students have (F1) status requirements that relate to your academics!
Full-time enrollment requirements
All international students must maintain full-time status
"Full-time" may differ depending on your program
- All undergraduate degree, MBA and MFA: 12 credits or more
- All other graduate degree: 9 credits or more
- An exception to full-time enrollment is made in your FINAL SEMESTER only and requires approval
Method of instruction
- Only ONE online course counts toward the full-time registration requirement each semester.
- The majority of your courses must be seated and/or hybrid each semester.
- In your final semester, if you are only taking one course, it cannot be online only.
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Practicum, Internship, Fieldwork courses, and CPT approval
If you are registering for a course in the spring that has practical experience attached to it, you must remember to get CPT authorization BEFORE you begin any type of off-campus opportunity. For example, if you are registering for Practicum, Internship, Fieldwork, or an Independent Study that has an off-campus component, you must get CPT authorization before you begin your internship/practicum/fieldwork. You can learn more about this by reading the CPT information here.
Reminder: OPT Information
For information on OPT, please click here.
Reminder: Academic Calendar
Please reference the Spring 2024 Academic Calendar for important dates throughout the semester including deadlines, holidays, and finals. (Protip: Bookmark it!)
Reminder: In the case of emergencies
- For life threatening emergency assistance on campus call University Police at 845-257-2222, off campus call 911 or your local hospital
- In the event of a mental health emergency call the Psychological Counseling Center (PCC) office line, 845-257-2920. After hours or on the weekend, call the same office line and follow the prompts to reach their answering service, who will then contact a PCC counselor to return your call.
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The Campus Food Pantry
The Campus Food Pantry is open and continues to serve on- and off-campus students as well as campus faculty and staff five days a week, for both walk-in orders and to pick up remote requests.
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- Most food pantries are community-based organizations that provide free or low-cost food and other essential items to individuals. Food pantries play a crucial role in addressing food insecurity and providing support to those facing economic hardship. Food pantries aim to alleviate immediate hunger and provide emergency food assistance to those in need. They often distribute non-perishable items like canned goods, pasta, rice, and other staples, as well as fresh produce when available.
- If you or a fellow student are in need of food assistance, consider using the on-campus food pantry, or other food pantries in our community. Here is the link to the Campus Food Pantry Remote Order form and their hours from October 16 through January 5.
- In addition to the on-campus food pantry, here is information about local food pantries in the New Paltz area.
St. Joseph's Church: Food assistance available, please bring photo ID. You can receive assistance once a month.
New Paltz Methodist Church: Free Fresh Food is a pop-up food giveaway that takes surplus goods and makes them available to anyone who stops by.
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International Student Union
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The international student community contributes to the diversity of campus culture and community engagement. We believe that Globalization is an integral part of New Paltz's teachings and social activities.
Want to learn more about the International Student Union (ISU) or join?
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Tip of the Day
Remember to stay safe, enjoy your break and a Happy Holidays from CIP to you!
Quote of the Day
“May your walls know joy, may every room hold laughter and every window open to great possibility.”
- Mary Anne Radmacher
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