REMINDER: The Office of International Student and Scholars has a processing time of 7-10 business days. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation during this time and we encourage you to plan ahead! Please be advised that from May 19th to May 30th, the Office of International Student Services (OISS) will have limited appointment hours and services. As a result, processing times for requests and email responses may be slower than usual. We kindly ask for your patience and understanding as we work diligently to assist you during this period. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding!
- The Office of International Students and Scholars
|
|
|
Want to Make a Difference? Become an International Peer Mentor! |
|
|
Are you passionate about making a positive impact? Do you love helping others succeed? Do you have an experience of studying/living abroad? Then we want YOU to join our team as a International Peer Mentor!
*Application Deadline: Friday, May 30, 2025*
International Peer Mentors are a group of international students, returning study abroad students, or students who are interested in global exchanges. They help new students during International Orientation, to get acclimated with Cal Lutheran, and follow them all year-round while forming lifelong friendships! Check out the FAQ. We'd love to have you on the team! |
| |
|
Are you planning to travel abroad this summer? |
|
|
Make sure to carefully review the Travel Advisory webpage to stay informed about important travel information and guidelines. If you plan to travel abroad, please remember to submit your travel intention form.
Be sure to consider our processing time when planning your trip, and submit you request to OISS accordingly. Before you travel internationally, please: -
Verify that your travel signature (page 2) is valid for your return to the U.S. Each signature is active for 12 months (6 months for OPT students).
-
Verify that all travel documents on your OISS portal are the most up-to-date.
- Verify that your I-20 is your most recent one (added a new major?).
|
| |
|
*Live Webinar* Visa and Travel Advisory Session |
|
|
| Date: Thursday, May 8, 2025
Time: 11:30 AM - 12:30 AM Location: Online Event via Zoom
Join us for a Visa & Travel Advisory Session with Travis Feuerbacher, a former U.S. Consular Officer and current immigration attorney. With years of experience interviewing visa applicants and helping students navigate travel and visa issues, Travis will share practical tips and answer your most pressing questions. Topics will include: -
The general visa application process
- 2025 updates and changes to F & J visa application processes
- How to prepare for your visa interview
-
Considerations when re-entering the United States & potential travel risks
- Open Q&A for any visa-related questions and a mock student visa interview
Have a question you'd like answered? We encourage you to submit it when you register—this helps us tailor the session to what matters most to you. You’ll also have the opportunity to ask questions live during the session.
We’re excited to welcome you to this important session—see you online! |
|
|
*Happening Tomorrow* Walk with Wellness: Hill Canyon Trail |
|
|
|
Date: Saturday, May 3, 2025 Time: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM Location: Hill Canyon Rd Parking Lot,
10241 Hill Canyon Rd Camarillo, CA 93012
Walk with Wellness is a guided group walk designed to promote mental and physical well-being. Join us for a relaxing walk, connect with others, and take a step toward a healthier, more balanced lifestyle. - Activity Level: Easy
-
Distance: 2.9 miles
- Time: 9am-10:30am (Est. 1 hr 6 mins)
- MeetPoint: Hill Canyon Rd Parking Lot, 10241 Hill Canyon Rd Camarillo, CA 93012
|
|
|
Date: May 5 - May 9, 2025
Location: Pearson Library Join Pearson Library from May 5 - May 9 to help de-stress and relax before finals! - Monday, May 5: Soda & Study, 11am - 1pm. A soda bar with a variety of sodas and mix-ins to give you the energy boost you need!
- Tuesday, May 6: Therapy Dogs, 11am - 12:30pm. Pet and cuddle with licensed therapy dogs
-
Wednesday, May 7: Late Night Ramen, 7 - 9pm. Fuel up with ramen noodles and toppings of your choice before a long night of studying
- Thursday, May 8: Ribbon Lei Workshop, 4-6pm. Learn how to make ribbon leis for graduation - for yourself or a friend
-
Friday, May 9: Coloring & Crafting, all day. Wind down with relaxing coloring books and cute crafts before the busy weekend ahead.
|
| |
|
|
SEVP is reminding international students to beware of a scam involving individuals using the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) Response Center (SRC) phone numbers (703-603-3400 and 800-892-4829) and claiming to be SRC representatives. See this advisory on Study in the States as well as this list of common scams from USCIS.
Wondering where to report? Report the scam to law enforcement and appropriate authorities.
|
|
|
Report Social Security-related scams to the Social Security Office of the Inspector General (OIG).
Visit www.ssa.gov/scam for more information. |
|
|
Missed last week's OISS Weekly? Here is our #ICYMI section. |
|
|
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. |
|
|
©2025 California Lutheran University |
|
|
|
