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Friday, May 6 | Spring Semester 2022

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Spring 2022 into Summer 2022

Today is the the last day of classes for Spring 2022; ISSS hopes all are finishing the semester strong and completing final projects and exams in preparation for an exciting or relaxing summer!

Check Final Exam Information for Spring 2022

Important Dates and Tasks in the Weeks Ahead:

May 9-14 - Final Exam Week
May 14-15 - Commencement Weekend
Spring 2022 grades will be viewable on May 19
Graduating students should review Final Semester of Study on the ISSS website
Continuing students should confirm your Summer/Fall schedule; review registration tips on the One Stop website and remember that you will need to enroll in sufficient in-person coursework!
Continuing students should arrange housing for Fall 2022 or, if needed, apply for summer housing in the residence halls. Please note only students taking classes on the Oxford campus will be eligible for on- campus summer housing on a space-available basis.
Understand your upcoming tuition bill
If you will be traveling outside the U.S., make sure you have made all necessary arrangements and reviewed travel updates (Read more in the Immigration Tip below)

DIY Toasted Roll

Join Miami Activities and Programming today for Miami's traditional food. You can make your own toasted roll with your favorite toppings!

TODAY, Friday, May 6 from 7:00 to 10:00pm in the Armstrong Atrium

Poster: a group of people doing high knees at MOVE bootcamp

M.O.V.E Outdoor Bootcamp

Join President Greg and Renate Crawford and rec center group fitness instructors for a 45-minute cardio bootcamp before finals week!

Newly-designed Crawford Collection swag for all participants (laundry bag, t-shirts and more)!

Saturday, May 7 from 10:00 to 10:45am at Lewis Place

Late Night Study Break

Need a snack while studying hard? Celebrate the end of the semester with MAP and enjoy a quick study break with food, including breakfast items, Skippers, Bagel & Deli, SDS Pizza, and more!

Monday, May 9 from 10:00pm to midnight in King Library

Chinese Name Pronunciation Basics

All (students, Miami employees and local community members) are welcome to join ISSS staff, Penny Yan, to learn a few simple tips and try out some practical tools as they gain more confidence when pronouncing Chinese names.

If you would like to partner with ISSS and hold a name pronunciation workshop for your native language, reach out to Dan Sinetar, dansinetar@MiamiOH.edu.

Thursday, May 12 from 1:00 to 2:00pm via Zoom

Photo of a group of international student graduates

International Student Graduation Reception

Graduating international students and their loved ones are welcome to our Graduation Reception at the International Student Center to enjoy global refreshments, meet with ISSS staff, take photos, receive a graduation gift, and leave their mark at Miami!

You are encouraged to wear graduation attire, semi-formal dress, or traditional/cultural clothing that represents your heritage or background.
International students graduating in May or August should register to attend.

Friday, May 13 from 2:30pm to 5:00pm

Planning to Travel Outside the U.S.?

Make sure you have a valid travel signature to re-enter the U.S. Review your SEVIS document (second page of I-20 or first page of DS-2019) to see if it has been signed for travel. A travel signature can be used for entry into the U.S. for one year from the day it was signed, provided that you have remain enrolled full-time at Miami, your document has not expired, and your major has not changed. To re-enter the U.S. in August 2022 a travel signature should be dated September 2021 or after.

Before travel, students should consider and check for updates regarding:

Travel restrictions and warnings for entering destination country
Travel information from CDC for leaving and re-entering the US

See more info on Traveling Outside the U.S.

Please note that ISSS will still have drop-in hours from 1:30-3:00pm, May 9-12 and appointments with ISSS will be available throughout the summer.

Academic Integrity Reminders

1. It's okay to leave questions blank or turn in less-than-perfect work.

2. It's your responsibility to know what is and what is NOT allowed to be used or done on assignments - if you are unsure, ask your instructor!

3. Practice good time management and use Miami resources, like the English Language Learner Writing Center. Read more below about their hours and how to schedule an appointment for next week.

ELL Writing Center Hours in International Student Center (MacMillan 017) for May 9-12:

Monday, 12-4pm
Tuesday, 4-6pm
Wednesday, 11am-2pm and 3-4pm
Thursday, 5-6pm

Make an Apointment with the ELLWC

Student work opportunities:

Help prepare and execute the Alumni Weekend event, June 10-11. For more information, apply to join the Alumni Relations team.

Other opportunities:

Current students are invited to nominate a student for the Love and Honor Story Project. Who at Miami exemplifies our Code of Love and Honor?
Want share a story about an international student studying at Miami or studying abroad? Submit a story for "Where in the World is Miami?"
Are you looking to distribute information about your event, program, group etc. to international students and scholars at Miami? Submit an ISSS communications request.

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