Health and Wellness
ISSS encourages all of our students to dedicate some time to prioritize their health; physical, social, psychological, or spiritual. The university offers a variety of services to help you navigate your own self-care and learn the best ways to stay healthy. Please know that your well-being is our top priority and we are here to support you in any way we can. Check out some self-care tips below and be well this semester!
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Counseling and Psychological Services
USF’s Counseling and Psychological Services Center (CAPS) is a great source of support for sadness, anxiety, loneliness, college adjustment, relationship struggles, and other concerns not requiring medical intervention. Every enrolled USF student is eligible to receive up to 12 free individual or couples therapy appointments per academic year. All students are also invited to join CAPS' group therapy offerings, online workshops, and request a consultation.
After hours, students in crisis or needing other immediate mental health support can call the CAPS All Hours line at (855) 531-0761. Visit the CAPS website for more information about CAPS programs and services. Learn more »
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CAPS is hosting several group sessions on topics such as acceptance and commitment, dialectical behavior, grow and glow, LGBTQIA+, mindfulness, and understanding self and others, that run every week. If you're interested, check out their group calendar and fill out the interest form on their website. Learn more »
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New ISSS Podcast 🎉
Introducing our Global Connections at USF: Navigating Higher Education with Insight and Support podcast, aimed to provide valuable insights and support USF's international student community. In our first episode, we delve into a crucial topic – International Foods and Food Pantry Resources – where Hanna Ogden, from the Office of Community Living, discusses access to the food pantry on campus and other food-security resources, and Joel Adetokunbo, an international student in the Organizational and Leadership program, provides us with tips on finding fresh ingredients for cooking a Nigerian meal at home!
Subscribe to Global Connections at USF and stay tuned for more exciting conversations and insights in the episodes to come! If you have a topic, suggestion, or would like to be featured in one of our episodes, please email us or DM us on Instagram!
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Our Student Staff SF Picks for Spring Break
We have compiled a list of ISSS student staff members' favorite SF spots! Check out some of our favorite restaurants and activities in San Francisco during Spring Break!
Restaurants:
Activities:
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Students can schedule a free individual nutrition education appointment with a dietetic technician, registered (DTR), or certified peer health educator. This confidential appointment will help students identify dietary behaviors they can change to get them on track to healthy eating and a positive body image.
Once scheduled, please submit a 24-hour food record prior to your appointment, or be prepared to do a 24-hour recall of your food intake on the day of your appointment. Visit the HPS website to find out more about their services and the events they host. Learn more » | |
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Health Promotion Services has monthly challenges called Jumpstart Your Wellness Program, where students can take part by tracking minutes online and get a chance to win awesome prizes.
This March, learn how to get involved in the Mindful Moving and Mindful Eating Challenge. Mindful movement focuses on your breath and how your body feels when it moves. Mindful eating focuses on how you feel both physically and emotionally while you are eating. Both of these stem from mindfulness practices to be intentionally present in the moment. Learn more »
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|  | Missed our H1-B Workshop?
Interested in learning about your options to remain in the U.S. after you complete your studies? In this workshop, a local immigration attorney presented information on employment options for F-1 students after the completion of their programs. Watch the video »
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Student Travel Feature: Monterey, California
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"This is a picture from my trip to Monterey. This has now made my top five of the most beautiful places that I have been to in California."
– Axel Ndombasi, Computer Science, Class of 2025
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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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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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