Happy Halloween! 🎃 We hope you take time to enjoy the festivities safely and have some fun! If you’re on campus, join HalloWellness 2025 Today, October 31, from 4 - 7 PM at Kingsmen Park. Enjoy a mix of wellness and celebration with raffles, crafts, and delicious treats like churros, hot chocolate, and food from a local truck. Participate in the costume contest, try your hand at interactive games, and explore practical mental health and coping resources designed to help you stress less and thrive. Reminder: CGE General Support Hours are Mon–Fri, 10 AM–2 PM (call 805-493-3750 before coming; hours may change without prior notice).
Advising is by appointment only – no advising during general support hours.
Email international@callutheran.edu or book an appointment.
- The Office of International Students and Scholars |
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REMINDER: SOM Graduate Students |
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| Add/Drop deadline for Term 2 is Sunday, November 2, 2025.
As a reminder, F-1 students must maintain full-time enrollment each term (unless prior authorization has been granted). You may count only one online course (up to 3 credits) toward your full-time enrollment requirement per session. Full-time enrollment is defined as: Master’s degree students: 6 units If you plan to submit a Reduced Course Load (RCL) request, please ensure it is submitted before the add/drop deadline and that you have received your RCL-authorized I-20 before enrolling in fewer units. |
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Muslim Student Association - Open Mosque Day |
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Sunday, November 2, 2025
12:00 pm – 3:00 pm Islamic Center of Conejo Valley
2700 Borchard Rd, Newbury Park, CA 91320
The Muslim Student Association (MSA) invites students to join them for Open Mosque Day at the Islamic Center of Conejo Valley. Participants will tour the mosque, enjoy cultural food, observe afternoon prayers, and engage in a Q&A session to learn more about Islam and local community traditions.
Transportation will be provided via carpool from campus. Interested students should complete the sign-up form by Thursday, October 30, at 11:59 PM.
Contact: Hibah Noorani hnoorani@callutheran.edu
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Marketing U: How to Create an Epic Resume |
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| Tuesday, November 4, 2025
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Alumni Hall 123
Students looking to enhance their job materials can attend Marketing U, a Career Services workshop on creating a professional and engaging resume. The session will cover formatting, key action verbs, and how to highlight internships and skills that stand out to employers.
The workshop will also include brief guidance on cover letters, references, and thank-you notes. Contact:
Cynthia Smith 805-493-3196
csmith@callutheran.edu |
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| Craft Night: Crafts ’n Charcuterie in Community
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Thursday, November 6, 2025 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM Samuelson Chapel
Students are invited to unwind with Campus Ministry at Craft Night: Crafts ’n Charcuterie in Community. Enjoy an evening of creative crafts, conversation, and connection while sharing charcuterie snacks in a warm, welcoming space. Contact:
Bre Freiberg bfreiberg@callutheran.edu |
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Where Are All The Jobs? Tapping into the Hidden Job Market
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| Thursday, November 6, 2025 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM Virtual Event
Did you know that up to 85% of job opportunities are never advertised? In this Career Services virtual session, students will learn how to strategically approach employers, build networking connections, and uncover opportunities in the hidden job market.
Contact: Cynthia Smith 805-493-3196
csmith@callutheran.edu |
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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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