Front Desk Hours on March 6, 2024

Please be aware of limited ISEO front desk hours at Student Center B on Wednesday, March 6th. We will open from 1:00PM - 2:30PM. Normal business hours are expected to resume on Thursday, March 7th. For urgent inquiries, please call 858-534-3730 or contact us at iContact.ucsd.edu.

Sunapsis Launch: Processing Freeze Starts Soon! 

In preparation for the March 18th launch, a processing freeze will take effect starting Saturday, March 9, 2024, through Sunday, March 17, 2024. During this time, ISEO's systems to process immigration documents and advise students will be unavailable.  

• Advising Services: Next week, between Monday, March 11, 2024 through Friday, March 15, 2024, advising services will be limited. Visit iContact.ucsd.edu for hours and availability.   
• iPortal Requests: Students should keep track of pending requests in iPortal. This Friday, March 8, 2024, will be the last day ISEO Advisors will issue immigration documents prior to the freeze. All other requests will not be processed until after March 18, 2024. While you may continue to submit requests via iPortal.ucsd.edu, be prepared for longer than normal processing times. Read additional details here.  

• Are You Considering a Leave of Absence for Spring 2024?  

  • If you need to take a leave of absence starting Spring 2024, you must apply BEFORE the quarter begins. Visit ISEO's Leave of Absence information page for important dates and resources. 

• Planning travel over Spring Break (March 25-29)? 

  • Visit iTravel.ucsd.edu for tips to consider when traveling as an international student. 

• Employment Resources for International Students 

  • Did you know that ISEO has a variety of employment resources to help you in your career journey? Check out these international student-specific resources, including information on H-1B sponsoring employers throughout the U.S. And don't forget about our weekly OPT Information Sessions! ISEO looks forward to helping you navigate through your next steps.

• J-1 Students: Working On Campus in Spring 2024?   
  • J-1 students require work authorization for on-campus employment, before any work begins. If you have an on-campus job set to start next quarter, apply for employment authorization now to avoid issues with maintaining your J-1 status. 

International Services and Engagement Office Events

The iEvents Calendar has globally-focused activities and events for you! The calendar is regularly updated with international programs, excursions, performances, and discussions that connect the campus community with the world around us.

Deadline: March 17, 2024 

Deadline: March 17, 2024 

March 6, 2024 | 3:00PM - 3:45PM

March 7, 2024 | 11:00AM - 12:00PM

March 9, 2024 | 7:00AM - 3:00PM

March 12, 2024 | 12:00PM - 2:30PM

March 12, 2024 | 1:30PM - 2:30PM

International Services and Engagement Office (ISEO) offers  Virtual Drop-In Advising Services and respond to inquiries submitted through the Contact Form. We are here to support you! For all ways to contact an International Student Advisor, visit iContact.ucsd.edu.

Additional resources: 

• Resources for Tritons Impacted by Events Abroad
• Working in the U.S
• Visas & Status
• Travel
• Policy Updates
• Scholarship Resources
• Contact ISEO

UC San Diego is committed to creating a culture of care for all students affiliated with our university. If you are concerned about a fellow UC San Diego student’s well-being, or are concerned about a fellow student's conduct and its impact on others,  please call 858-246-1111 or complete the online form for non-urgent concerns. 

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