This week's newsletter includes information to help you navigate the academic support available to you as a student at USF. As always, if you have any general questions, you can contact our office by chat, phone, or email. If you have specific immigration questions, you can also make an appointment with your ISSS adviser online.
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The Learning, Writing, and Speaking Centers (LWSC) offer free subject-specific tutoring, writing assistance, and communication-related support. Their office provides opportunities for academic skill development through 1:1 coaching, group workshops, and online resources. If students are looking to develop academic skills or practice English, the LWSC can help! Students can schedule 60-minute sessions with an experienced English coach. When scheduling a session with a coach, students should note what they would like to practice ahead of time so that coaches are prepared for any specific topics.
Students interested in taking advantage of this resource should reach out to lwsc@usfca.edu with any questions. In addition, LWSC front desk staff can be reached Monday through Thursday between 8 a.m.–8 p.m. and Friday between 8 a.m.–5 p.m. in person at Gleeson Library lower level (room G03) or via the chatbox on their website.
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CASA for Undergraduate Students
The Center for Academic and Student Achievement (CASA) is your home for compassionate academic and personal support that promotes holistic student development. Connect with your CASA coach for personal coaching, referral to on-campus resources, registration assistance (adding/dropping, etc), discussing academic options, and major and minor exploration. Explore more of the services that CASA provides by visiting their website »
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Join Student Disability Services (SDS) from March 25–28 for a series of events to celebrate disability pride, visibility, and awareness at USF. SDS recognizes disability as a valued aspect of diversity and works to facilitate equal access and an inclusive environment for students with disabilities. All events are open to the entire USF community. Check out the events curated for USF students by visiting their website »
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|  | Using AI for Interview Prep
Monday, March 25
7–8 p.m. | Virtual
Learn to utilize AI for personalized feedback and to practice scenarios, and also enhance your confidence and readiness for real-world interviews. Join Career Services Center to harness AI to improve communication skills, anticipate potential questions, and adapt to various interview styles. | |  | Graduate Student Workshop: Salary Negotiation
Wednesday, March 27
6–7 p.m. | Virtual
Let's talk money 💸! Join Career Services Center's workshop to learn more about salary and benefit negotiations and learn how to advocate for yourself during your job search. | |
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|  | Film Screening: Perfect Days
Tuesday, March 26
5–7:15 p.m. | Cowell 107
The USF Center for Asia Pacific Studies invites you to a screening of the award-winning film, Perfect Days. This film follows Hirayama, a toilet cleaner in Tokyo who experiences a series of unexpected encounters but finds contentment in the subtle beauty of everyday moments. | |  | Executive Functioning Workshop
Tuesday, March 26
11:50 a.m.–12:50 p.m. | UC 503
The Learning Center, in collaboration with the Student Disability Services office, is organizing a one-hour workshop to build skills related to executive functioning, organization, and academic success. If you tend to experience challenges with homework, studying, meeting deadlines, or staying on task, this event is for you! All are welcome, registration is not required. | |
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| International Student Travel Feature: India
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 | "I recently went to India in December for my wedding. In my husband's culture, the brothers of the bride have to hold the swords between which the bride and the groom take their vows, known as the seven pheras (vows). This culture comes back from older times when it was common for goons to rob or even kidnap the bride, and I think it is a very meaningful ritual."
– Navika Gupta, MPH, Class of 2025
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If you'd like to share your travel/home country experiences with our international community at USF and be featured in the ISSS newsletter and Instagram, please fill out this form »
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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.
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Chat with the ISSS Team in Real-Time
Click the Chat with ISSS button on the bottom, right corner of the ISSS website, and the ISSS team can assist you with your inquiry.
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Adviser Appointments and Workshops
Appointments can be made online. Please visit the ISSS website to schedule an appointment. Appointments are booked in 20-minute increments. To schedule a workshop, select workshops from the first menu option in our scheduler. Students must complete an OPT workshop before applying for OPT.
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