Dear New Paltz Student,
We present the March 22, 2024 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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Spring Break Activites
Guided Hike In The Mohonk Preserve
A 3.5 miles Table Rocks hike out in nature to breathtaking views of the Hudson Valley. CIP staff will guide this hike, arrange transportation, provide trail snacks and water. Feel free to pack lunch to eat on the trail. Comfortable sneakers or hiking boots required.
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Tickets to See Spamalot on Broadway in NYC!
This may be your last chance to see this amazing show. The show critics are calling the funniest show on Broadway. Do not miss the opportunity to see this show before it closes. Get your tickets before it's too late!
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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 up coming events you may want to check out.
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Announcements and Reminders
Reminder: Spring Break and Travel Signatures
Spring break is coming up, there are no classes March 25-29, 2024. 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 2023 calendar year are required to file tax documents by April 15, 2024, 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 2023, 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
International Student Programs and Dual Diploma Office/Advising Hours
The International Student Programs office in VH 201 is open Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm.
- 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 office hours on Tuesdays from 1:00pm - 3:00pm and Thursadys from 3:00pm - 5:00pm. Dual Diploma students can shedule 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.
CPT & OPT Workshops All international students who plans to apply for OPT must attend at least one OPT workshop. Please see the full listing of our Spring semester workshops for F1 and J1 students here!
Reminder: Academic Calendar
Please reference the Spring 2024 Academic Calendar for important dates throughout the semester including deadlines, holidays, and finals. (Protip: Bookmark it!)
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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 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
- Dining
- 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
- 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.
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 goverment, your home goverment, 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, for both walk-in orders and to pick up remote requests. Location: Student Union Buliding, (SUB: 413)
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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.
St. Joseph's Church: Food assistance available, please bring photo ID. You can receive assistance once a month.
New Paltz Methodist Church: Free Fresh Food is a pop-up food giveaway that takes surplus goods and makes them available to anyone who stops by.
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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
Don't miss your opportunity to see a show on Broadway, you wouldn't get Broadway tickets this cheap again!
Quote of the Day
"I just love bossy women. I could be around them all day. To me, bossy is not a pejorative term at all. It means somebody's passionate and engaged and ambitious and doesn't mind leading."
~ Amy Poehler
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