NYU Solidarity WeekNYU Solidarity Week is April 5–9! Solidarity practices should be engaged all year, however, we use this week to highlight resources and events that foster exploration, action, and education. Solidarity is an ongoing practice that reflects a commitment to others out of the recognition that we all have a shared responsibility towards collective freedom.
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2021 OGS International Student Awards Nominations for our 2021 Awards are now live. We look forward to celebrating the accomplishments of those in the NYU community who have made significant contributions to support international students. New this year, both the International Student Leadership and the International Student Ally Awards are open to all students--not just those who are graduating this year. Please consider nominating a notable student leader or colleague for an award soon. Deadline for submissions is Friday, May 7.
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International Student Career SeriesIntercultural Communication for Professional Development
Understanding cultural differences and communicating across those differences is foundational to any professional interaction. In this session, we will address topics like cultural perception, the fluidity of defining culture and communication, and helpful tips for future interactions.
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OPT Application Review Sessions Review Your Complete OPT Application Before Sending it to the Government
Once you've received your new OPT I-20 and your application is ready to send, attend an OPT application review session where an OGS advisor will go over all OPT application documents in detail, and you can make sure your documents meet the application guidelines. Check out the full listing of review sessions and sign up soon. We've also got a recorded session to sit in on if the timings don't work for your schedule.
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OPT Workshop Learn Eligibility Requirements, How to Apply, and More
This workshop is designed to give you a firm understanding of what OPT is (it's a form of work authorization for students in F-1 status), how to apply for OPT, the processing timeline, what documents you’ll need, travel advice, and reporting requirements. We also briefly cover tax, health insurance, and OPT extensions.
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Sprintax Tax WebinarsGet an overview of tax for nonresident students and scholars, including who must file a 2020 US tax return, what income forms students/scholars may receive, and forms that need to be completed and sent to the IRS. Learn terms like FICA, ITIN and Form 1098-T, what happens if students don’t file, or misfile, details on state tax returns, IRS stimulus payments and how to use Sprintax to file your nonresident tax paperwork.
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Life After NYU: Staying in the States After Graduation
RSVP | April 13 | 6:00 PM ET
Presented by the Life After NYU Committee and the Office of Global Services, this panel discussion will cover available resources for graduating international students that can help them remain in the states after they have joined the alumni community. International students will also have the opportunity to connect and learn from international alumni.
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The Student Visa Application and InterviewA Webinar on What to Expect
Learn about the process to get a US student visa, what to expect for the day of your visa interview, possible outcomes of your student visa application, and resources to turn to if your application is delayed or denied.
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Academic Training Workshop
Are you a J-1 student wondering how to work off campus in the United States? Come to this workshop to learn more about the most common form of off-campus employment authorization for J-1 students: Academic Training. We'll talk about what Academic Training is, how to apply, the processing timeline, what documents you'll need, and other items to consider, like tax, health insurance, and getting a Social Security Number.
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Lawyer Workshop: US Work Options for International Students
Aside from Optional Practical Training (OPT) for F-1 students and Academic Training (AT) for J-1 students, what other work options exist for international students? Learn from professionals! The law offices of Goldstein & Cheung will discuss some of the most common non-immigrant visa categories such as H-1B, as well as corporate options for international entrepreneurs, and permanent residency.
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Protect Yourself from ScamsStudents have reported that they have received phone calls from people claiming to work for local and international governments, shipping, and finance offices. These calls almost always involve a request for students to provide personal financial information, including credit or debit card numbers or to send money electronically. Â
Never give out your financial information to someone on the phone. Please contact us if you receive a call that might be questionable.
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- For further information on scam awareness and prevention, review these tips to avoid scam and fraud.
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