WEEKLY UPDATE — Jan. 27

We hope you all had a wonderful first week of classes! In this week's newsletter, our office is highlighting upcoming workshops and events. As always, you can connect with us via email, reach us by phone at (415) 422-2654, chat with a team member on our website chat feature, or schedule an appointment with your ISSS adviser. 

The first two weeks of class are packed with programs, events, and services. Don't miss out on the events here »

If you have health coverage that is comparable to the USF-endorsed health insurance plan, you have the option to waive USF coverage by Feb. 1. View the International Students Waiver Criteria for more information. Follow this link to waive the USF-endorsed health insurance plan. Please contact hps@usfca.edu if you have any questions or technical issues.

USF offers academic assistance to all students through the Learning, Writing, and Speaking Centers. Services are available at no additional cost and include subject-specific tutoring, writing assistance, communications-related support, and academic skill development through one-on-one coaching and group sessions. Schedule an appointment with them by following these steps.

Monday, Jan. 27 | 6:30–9 p.m.
Fromm Hall 115 

Hear from Mitch Kapor, an American businessperson best known for his work as an entrepreneur and software designer at the dawn of the personal computer revolution. He is the founder of Lotus, whose 1-2-3 spreadsheet was the “killer app” of the 1980s and led to the adoption of desktop PCs in businesses worldwide.

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Jan. 29 & 30 | 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.  McLaren Complex

The Involvement Fair at the beginning of each semester provides a venue for students to discover all the available involvement opportunities. Chat with representatives from 150+ student organizations!

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Tuesday, Feb. 4 | 11:45 a.m.–12:45 p.m. Lo Schiavo Science Privett Plaza

Join the Center for Asia Pacific Studies and other Asia-focused programs and units on campus as we ring in the Year of the Snake! Please meet us at Privett Plaza for music, games, prizes, food, and a traditional lion dance performance by Leung’s White Crane Association.

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                Friday, Feb. 7 | 6–9 p.m.              McLaren Complex

Celebrate Tết, the Vietnamese Lunar New Year, with the Vietnamese Student Association (VSA)! Enjoy lion dancing, traditional food, games, and a night market featuring 14+ student organization collaborations. Your ticket entry includes food, activities, and raffle prizes. 

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If you are requesting an immigration document or letter from our office, remember that we request ten business days to process requests. Make sure you plan accordingly so you have enough time to receive your document before you need it. All ISSS requests should be submitted through the MyISSS student portal (log into your MyISSS account, go to Requests & Documents, and select the appropriate icon on the right side of the page). You can view our MyISSS Student Handbook for assistance with your submission.

Click the Chat with ISSS button on the bottom, right corner of any ISSS web page, and the ISSS team can assist you with your inquiry.

Appointments can be made online. Appointments are booked in 20-minute increments.

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