Dear New Paltz Student,
We present the November 10, 2023 edition of the The Globe!
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The Globe is our International Student Newsletter. It is sent bi-weekly (every other week) on Fridays. In the Globe you will find announcements from the International Student Programs office. Impotrant 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 Student.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Events & Opportunities
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Announcements and Reminders
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Events and Opportunities
International Education Week: (IEW) IEW November 13-17, 2023, is observed across the US and in over 100 countries worldwide. It is a time to celebrate and highlight all the rich cultures that we have on our SUNY New Paltz campus. Check out our full calendar of events available during IEW.
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Guided Tour of Dorsky Museum "Notes for Tomorrow Exhibit"
Notes for Tomorrow was curated from selections by alumni of ICI's Curatorial Intensive,a professional development program founded in 2010 on principles of International exchange, inclusivity, and knowledge sharing.
See below for details on how to RSVP:
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CIP Thanksgiving Luncheon
The Center for International Program invites you to share a Thanksgiving meal with us as we wrap up IEW. There will be entertainment, games and prizes! Come share in this uniquely American holiday.
See below for details on how to get your ticket:
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International Students Holiday Trip to New York City
New York City may be one of the most beautiful cities during the holiday season, and there is plenty to see and do to get everyone in the holiday spirit. You do not want to miss this trip.
- Destination: New York City
- Date: December 2, 2023
- Depart: 10:00 AM from Parking Lot #28, Rte. 32
- Pickup from NYC: 8:00 PM
- Cost: $30
How do you Sign Up?
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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
Registration reminders for F-1 Students
As we approach course registration for Spring 2024, 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 at our CPT workshops and by reading the information here.
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Thanksgiving and Travel Signatures
Thanksgiving break is coming up, there are no classes November 22-24, 2023. The University offices will be closed for Thanksgiving Day, November 23, and most offices will likely be closed or short-staffed on Friday, November 24, too, as many people travel to spend time with their loved ones during this holiday.
Travel Signatures
- If you are planning to travel abroad, please remember to get a travel signature on your I-20 (F-1 students) 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 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 received 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: Mondays, Tuesdays or Thursdays, 11am - 1pm, OR you can meet with Jeff Pollard on Wednesdays 2pm - 4pm or by appointment.
REMINDER: OPT and Future Workshops
For a full list of upcoming workshops on CPT, OPT, and more please click here
Reminder: Academic Calendar
Please reference the Fall 2023 Academic Calendar for important dates throughout the semester including deadlines, holidays, and finals. (Protip: Bookmark it!)
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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
CIP is hosting a Free Thanksgiving lunch for all International Students, Friday, November 17, from 12 - 2 PM. To attend you must come to VH 201 to sign up and get your ticket!
Quote of the Day
“Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn’t do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover..”
- Mark Twain
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