Are you travelling internationally during the spring break?
If you plan to travel outside the U.S., please submit the 'Intention to Travel' form in your OISS Student Portal. Please note that the processing time is 7–10 business days.
Students are advised to travel with all required documents, including: - Valid passport
- Valid F-1 or J-1 visa
- I-20 or DS-2019 with a current travel signature
- Any status-related supporting documents
Safe travels to all who are journeying abroad! ✈️ - The Office of International Students and Scholars |
*NEW* VISA & TRAVEL ADVISORY WEBINAR
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| Tuesday, March 31, 2026
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM PT
Virtual
Planning to travel internationally this summer? Need to renew your F-1 visa or unsure what to expect when re-entering the United States?
Join this session with Travis Feuerbacher, a former U.S. Consular Officer and immigration attorney, who will share practical tips on the visa application process, preparing for your visa interview, and considerations when re-entering the United States.
This webinar will also include a mock student visa interview and open Q&A to help answer your travel and visa-related questions. |
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*NEW* FINANCIAL WELLNESS WORKSHOP |
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Wednesday, March 27, 2026 4:00 pm - 5:15 pm Swenson 106 Join us for an engaging, culturally aware workshop designed specifically for international students navigating financial life in the U.S.
This session will be led by experienced financial experts who will share practical, real-world strategies to help you budget with confidence, manage financial challenges, secure scholarships, and build strong financial habits with an alumni student panel.
Click the link below to register. We look forward to seeing you there! |
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| Wednesday, March 11, 2026 11:00 am - 2:00 pm Jack's Corner
Need a quick resume review? Looking for an on-campus job or internship? Have an interview coming up that you need to prep for? Thinking about going to grad school and not sure where to start? Stop by to chat with Career Services at Jack’s Corner, get all of your career and grad school questions answered and learn more about upcoming events and all of the services you have available as a student and alumni! This event is part of the Career Services series. |
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HOW TO PREPARE FOR THE CAREER AND INTERN EXPO |
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Wednesday, March 11, 2026 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Virtual
The workshop will help prepare you for the CLU Career & Intern Expo as well as any other career fair you attend. Learn what to expect, how to prepare, what to wear, and best of all, how to stand out! Here is your chance to meet recruiters who can give you some insider tips.
This event is part of the Career Services series. |
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LEWER MARK 'MAKE YOUR MARK' SCHOLARSHIP |
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LewerMark is offering a scholarship opportunity for students to design a scholarship that reflects their values, experiences, and passions. Proposals should focus on areas such as education, healthcare, climate resilience, gender equity, technology, or cultural preservation. Applicants are encouraged to clearly outline what or who their scholarship would fund, define eligibility criteria, and demonstrate how their international education empowers them to create meaningful and lasting impact.
Deadline: April 1, 2026
Award Amount: $3,000 (7 winners)
Eligibility: Open to all international students studying in the U.S.
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 for more information! |
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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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