Dear New Paltz Student,
We present the March 7, 2025 edition of The Globe!
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The Globe is our International Student Newsletter. It is usually sent bi-weekly (every other week) on Fridays. In the Globe you will find announcements from the International Student Programs office. Important reminders, information on events and more.
As always, please read all information under Announcements and Reminders carefully as it may pertain to policies, mandatory requirements, or other information necessary for International Students.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Events & Opportunities
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Announcements and Reminders
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Trip to Woodbury Common
Need to update your spring and summer wardrobe or just want to spend time with friends enjoying a day of shopping? Well, I have just the thing. The Center for International Programs has planned a round-trip to Woodbury Common, a premium shopping outlet in Central Valley, NY (only 45 minutes away). There are over 200 stores to shop and lots of different places to eat. Don't miss out, reserve your spot today!
Date: Saturday, April 5, 2025
Depart New Paltz @: 11am from Lot 28
Depart Woodbury @: 7pm
Cost: $30
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New Paltz ENGAGE-listed Events
New Paltz ENGAGE is our campus platform for clubs, organizations, and events. Click Events at the top to see a list of upcoming activities. Keep checking their page as new events are added all the time! Here are a few upcoming events you may want to check out.
- Power In Rythm: Celebrating Women's History Month with Step Dance: Sat. March 8, 12:00PM @ Elting Gym-Dance Studio
- ASL Guess Who?: Wed. March 12 @ 7:00PM Lecture Center 102
- API Month Origami Night: Wed. March 12 @ 7:00PM SUB 62/63
- Check out these and the many, many more events that are on ENGAGE!
- Follow ISP on Instagram: @npinternational
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Announcements and Reminders
International Student Programs Office/Advising Hours
The International Student Programs office in VH 201 is open Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00pm. International Student Programs offers walk-in advising hours on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:00am - 1:00pm for all international students.
Dr. Kathleen Geher, Director of the Dual Diploma Programs hosts walk -in office hours on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:00pm - 3:00pm. No Appointment necessary. Dual Diploma students can schedule an appointment with Dr. Geher here! You can also email her at geherk@newpaltz.edu to schedule an appointment outside of her normal office hours.
Jeff Pollard, Exchange & Visiting Student Advisor, also hosts walk-in advising hours on Wednesday from 2:00pm - 4:00pm, or email him at pollardj@newpaltz.edu if you would like to schedule an appointment outside of these hours.
Spring Break & Travel Signatures
Spring break is coming up, there are no classes March 17-21, 2025. The University offices will remain open during this period.
Travel Signatures
- If you are planning to travel abroad, please remember to get a travel signature on your I-20 (F-1 students) or DS 2019 (J-1 students).
- Travel signatures are valid for 6 months and are required for re-entry into the US after traveling abroad.
- You will also need a valid visa and your passport must be valid at least 6 months into the future of your return date.
- You do not need a travel signature if you are traveling within the US.
- You do not need an updated travel signature if you have received one within the last 6 months.
F-1 Students: you can request your travel signature at Travel Abroad & Travel Signature.
J-1 STUDENTS: You can request your travel signature at Travel Abroad & Travel Signature, or you can come to the International Student Programs office with your DS-2019 during walk-in hours: Mondays, Tuesdays or Thursdays, 11am - 1pm, OR you can meet with Jeff Pollard on Wednesdays 2pm - 4pm or by appointment.
Tax season is here and ALL international students who were in the US during the 2024 calendar year are required to file tax documents by April 15, 2025, regardless of whether you earned any money.
For detailed information and the required tax forms, please visit our Tax resource page: Tax Information.
If you were not in the US during 2024, you do not need to file any forms during this tax season.
For FREE Income Tax Assistance through the School of Business, check out their VITA Program.
Are You Ready to Graduate?
Reminder: All F-1 & J-1 students must receive written authorization before accepting and starting any off-campus work, practicum, fieldwork, internship, etc. See the full listing of our spring semester workshops for F1 and J1 students here!
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International Student Guides
The International Student Programs office has put together a set of guides to serve as a reference for international students. The guides provide details on many campus departments and local resources. The guides are meant to serve as general resources. It is still recommended that you visit department websites or contact the departments directly to ensure you are accessing the most up-to-date information.
- Housing
- Dinning
- Technology
- Travel
- Banking
- Athletic & Wellness Center
- Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art
- School of Fine and Performing Arts (Theater and live music performances)
- Center for Student Engagement
- Student Health Center
- Psychological Counseling Center
- International Student Health Insurance (If you did not receive your health insurance welcome email, please look for it in your spam)
- Title IX Support
- Bias Reporting
- Emergency Phrases*
*Emergency phrases have been translated into Chinese (Simplified), German, Gujarati, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Spanish, Telugu, and Turkish. These have been translated using official sources and with help from international students. If you would like to contribute translations for a language not listed, please contact international@newpaltz.edu
Avoid Phishing Scams in the US
Unfortunately, several sophisticated scams have been created by criminals around the world to solicit money from people. As international students in the US you may feel especially vulnerable when a person calls you directly claiming to be from the US government, your home government, or some other position of power and influence. Therefore, we ask that you please pay special attention to this guide, so you don't fall victim to these scams!
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The Campus Food Pantry
The Campus Food Pantry is open and continues to serve on- and off-campus students as well as campus faculty and staff during the week. Come by and stock up! We’re here to support you! 💙🧡
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- Most food pantries are community-based organizations that provide free or low-cost food and other essential items to individuals. Food pantries play a crucial role in addressing food insecurity and providing support to those facing economic hardship. Food pantries aim to alleviate immediate hunger and provide emergency food assistance to those in need. They often distribute non-perishable items like canned goods, pasta, rice, and other staples, as well as fresh produce when available.
- If you or a fellow student are in need of food assistance, consider using the on-campus food pantry, or other food pantries in our community.
- In addition to the on-campus food pantry, here is information about local food pantries in the New Paltz area.
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International Student Union
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The international student community contributes to the diversity of campus culture and community engagement. We believe that Globalization is an integral part of New Paltz's teachings and social activities.
Want to learn more about the International Student Union (ISU) or join?
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Tip of the Day
Quote of the Day
“A girl should be two things: Who and what she wants.”
~ Coco Chanel
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