Attend UniDiversity tonight and a US work authorization workshop next Tues!
Attend UniDiversity tonight and a US work authorization workshop next Tues!
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Friday, September 20 | Fall Semester 2019

Friday Night Fun! 
Tonight, September 20 is the UniDiversity Festival5:30-9pm at Uptown Park

Next Friday, September 27 is the Chinese Festival: 5-8:30pm at Uptown Park

Friday after next, October 4 is Tea Tasting: 7-10pm at Armstrong Pavilion

ISSS encourages you to take advantage of the great events happening on campus and in the community. For everything that’s happening, check out the Miami University Events Calendar.  

Programs and Events

Tuesday | September 24, 2019

Options for U.S. Work Authorization Workshop
Armstrong Student Center 1086 | 11:45am-1:15pm

This session will provide an introduction to U.S. work authorization and visa options available to international students approaching completion of their studies. Types of work authorization to be discussed will include:
  • Optional Practical Training (OPT), including STEM
  • Academic Training
  • J-1 Scholar status
  • H-1B status, including cap-gap authorization
This workshop will be co-presented by ISSS and General Counsel.

Wednesday | September 25, 2019

Education Abroad Fair
Armstrong Student Center Pavilion | 4:00-8:00pm

Explore all the study abroad opportunities Miami has to offer at the annual Education Abroad Fair. You will be able to meet with representatives who can answer questions about any program you’re interested in and provide materials.

Friday | September 27, 2019

Chinese Festival
Oxford Uptown Park | 5:00-8:30pm

The Miami University Confucius Institute will be hosting the annual Chinese Festival next Friday to provide all members of the community the opportunity to learn and engage with Chinese culture and language. This event will consist of cultural activities such as games, raffles and food tasting as well as a series of on-stage performances beginning at 7:00 p.m.

Saturday | September 28, 2019

Badminton Tournament
Philips Hall Main Gym | 1:00-5:00 pm 

ISSS is partnering with Intramural Sports and the Badminton Club to host the 2nd annual ISSS Badminton Tournament. Our tournament will have different games and matches to accommodate various skill levels, with an emphasis on participation, fun and safety. All necessary equipment will be provided. Bring your friends, meet new ones, and have fun! Deadline to signup is Thursday, September 26.

If you are interested in volunteering with this event, sign up here!

Upcoming Events

Tea Tasting
Friday, October 4, 7:00-10:00 pm | Armstrong Pavilion A/B
Immigration Tip
Make Sure You're Enrolled Full-time
Next Wednesday, September 25 is the federal deadline for all F-1 students to be enrolled full-time (12 credits for undergrads and 9 credits for graduate students) unless you have requested and been approved for a reduced course load. It is vital that you remain enrolled full-time throughout the remainder of the semester. Do not drop below full-time without talking to an ISSS advisor first!

This also means that you must continue going to class so that your professors do not drop you from your courses. If you fall below full-time enrollment, your legal status will be in danger. There are resources on campus to help you - you just need to reach out and ask for assistance!

Ask an Advisor
Question: How do I get started on the OPT application process?
Ask and Advisor video: Apply for OPT
Spotlight
Check out the new music video “From Now On” by Miami University:
Announcements
Campus Care is a new program for students who want to talk with a trained mental health professional in a setting that is more informal than a counseling session. Check out when and where Campus Care is being offered.

The International Student Advisory Council (ISAC) is offering a Mentor & Mentee program focused on career-building skills. For more information about this program please contact Hoa Nguyen via email. 

The Chinese Information Association (CIA) will be holding a Night Fair with food and games on the Central Quad North this evening (Friday, September 20) at 6:00pm. Stop by on your way to UniDiversity!

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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