VIRTUAL GROUP ADVISING SESSION
We invite students and alumni on OPT to join an upcoming virtual group advising session for additional information and Q&A regarding the proposed DHS rule on Duration of Status.
📅 Friday, May 8th 2026
🕐 1:00 pm PST We encourage you to attend! Please use the blue button below to register and receive your Zoom link. Note:
The CGE office will be closed on Friday, May 15, 2026, for the commencement ceremony!
- The Office of International Students and Scholars |
MAKE A DIFFERENCE: BECOME A PEER MENTOR! |
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| 🌍 Become a Global Bridge International Peer Mentor!
Step into a leadership role as an International Peer Mentor and help support new international students as they transition into university life. From navigating academics to adjusting socially and culturally, you’ll play a key role in creating a welcoming and inclusive campus community. Why become a Peer Mentor? • Gain valuable leadership experience
• Strengthen your résumé • Receive Mentor Achievement Certificate • Build intercultural and communication skills This is your opportunity to make a lasting impact while growing personally and professionally.
📌 Learn more and apply!:
https://www.callutheran.edu/students/international/get-involved/peer-mentor.html |
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YOUR PRIVACY MATTERS: A MESSAGE FROM CAPS |
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Ever wondered how confidentiality works at CAPS?
In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) shares an important message about confidentiality in mental health care.
Our counseling professionals explain how confidentiality works within their services, including what information is kept private and the limited circumstances in which information may need to be reported.
We encourage all students to watch the video to learn how confidentiality helps create a safe and supportive environment for mental health care on campus. Click the blue button below or the poster on the right to watch the video!
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PAUSE, BREATHE, RESET : PRE-FINALS WELLNESS WEEK |
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| May. 4 – May. 8, 2026
Kingsmen Park
Campus Ministry offers several ways to de-stress and reset before finals week! Join the Energy Healing Talk & Sound Bowl Meditation featuring Reiki Master Jeannie Rabin on Tuesday, May 6 from 2:00 to 4:00 PM at Kingsmen Park. Spiritual Care with Rev. Scott and Pastor Beth Monday, May 4th
10:00-2:00 pm | At the Gazebo
Tuesday, May 5th
12:00-2:00 pm | At the Gazebo Friday, May 8th
12:00-2:00 pm | At the Gazebo
This event is part of the Campus Ministry series. |
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NEED A FINAL SEMESTER RESET BY THE POOL? |
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Friday, May 8, 2026 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Samuelson Aquatics Center
Wrap up the semester the right way. Join ASCLUG Programs Board at Buh Bye Bash for some enjoyable poolside vibes with acai bowls, crafts, and more!
This event is part of the ASCLUG series. |
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DORFMAN INCUBATOR GRANTS: STARTUP FUNDING |
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Dorfman Incubator Grants (DIG), housed within the Steven Dorfman Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship at California Lutheran University, provide non-dilutive funding to support early-stage startups while creating meaningful, real-world learning opportunities for students.This program is designed for entrepreneurs at the earliest stages, when funding is hardest to access while emphasizing hands-on student involvement and knowledge-sharing within the Cal Lutheran community.
Deadline: May 15, 2026 Awards: $5,000-$50,000 Eligibility Requirements:
- Must include a Cal Lutheran student or recent alum (within 1 year) in a meaningful role (e.g., co-founder, intern, research assistant, apprentice)
- Student must be full-time (or planning to be full-time) and actively involved in how grant funds are used
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The startup must be in the early stages (pre-seed to early growth)
- Startup must be U.S.-based (California-based or incorporated in CA/Delaware preferred)
Please Note: This scholarship information is shared for reference only and should not be considered official guidance from the Office of International Students and Scholars. Students should always verify requirements, deadlines, and award details directly with the scholarship provider.
Click below to learn more about the Dorfman Incubator Grants! |
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Missed last week's OISS Weekly? Here is our #ICYMI section. |
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Any request? Submit it from your OISS Student Portal and
allow 7-10 business days for processing |
Note from OISS: Some topics in this newsletter may involve immigration or legal considerations. This information is for general purposes only and is not intended to serve as formal legal advice. Please consult a qualified immigration attorney for advice specific to your situation. |
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