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News
- Academic English Support Course for International Students March 13, 2024
- Important Information for GAs Graduating Spring 2024 February 21, 2024
- Tax Filing Options for International Students February 19, 2024
- CISS Hours and Activities During Winter Break December 22, 2023
- International Students Selecting Classes for Fall 2023 May 11, 2023
- Important Information for Students Graduating in Spring 23 May 11, 2023
- New Year Message to International Students from President Maric January 10, 2023
- ISSS has moved – New office location November 14, 2022
Upcoming Events
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Mar
19
Workshop: Work Authorization in the USA (Post-OPT) 12:30pm
Workshop: Work Authorization in the USA (Post-OPT)
Tuesday, March 19th, 2024
12:30 PM - 01:30 PM
Attend this workshop to learn more about Optional Practical Training (OPT) and how to apply for a work permit to stay in the U.S. and work in your field of study after graduation. This workshop is required for all students who will apply for OPT and will graduate in Spring 2024 semester. Attend this workshop BEFORE you apply for post-completion OPT.
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Mar
19
Networking Workshop for International Students 4:00pm
Networking Workshop for International Students
Tuesday, March 19th, 2024
04:00 PM - 05:30 PM
Center for International Students & Scholar Services (CISS)
Do you want to practice your networking skills and make a few contacts in the process. Please come to our in-person workshop. This is a great opportunity for students to learn:
- how to network
- work on an elevator pitch
- ask questions about networking etiquette and much more…
There will be information on career opportunities and employment services. Make connections and expand your professional network with us!
This is an interactive session - feel free to bring your technology. Consider trying out your business casual look. Food and beverages will be provided!
Sponsored by the Center for International Students & Scholars (CISS), the Center for Career Development, and the School of Business Career Development Office.
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Mar
20
Workshop: Internship Authorization (CPT & Pre-OPT) 9:00am
Workshop: Internship Authorization (CPT & Pre-OPT)
Wednesday, March 20th, 2024
09:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Graduate Business Learning Center (Hartford)
This session is for F-1 students who will do an internship or work off-campus before graduating, or for students who have internships and clinical placements as part of your academic curriculum.
All internships, work and placements off-campus must be authorized through Curricular Practical Training (CPT) or Pre-Completion Optional Practical Training (OPT), even if unpaid and required for your class or program. If you are considering a future off-campus work opportunity or placement, you are required to attend this workshop before you apply for CPT or Pre-Completion OPT with ISSS. Advance registration is required for in-person workshops and seats are limited.To register for this workshop please sign up on the link below: https://icworkshops.uconn.edu/index.php?event=3394
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Mar
21
Tax Workshop: 8843 Party 4:00pm
Tax Workshop: 8843 Party
Thursday, March 21st, 2024
04:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Center for International Students & Scholar Services (CISS)
You are required to fill out the 8843 tax form is:
- You re here on an For J visa in 2023
- You don’t have work or scholarship income
- You are a student who has been here 5 years or less
- You are a visiting Scholar who has been here 2 years or less.
Sign up is required:
https://icworkshops.uconn.edu/index.php?event=3418
**Free pizza will be provided while supplies last.
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Mar
22
Tax Workshop: Form 8843 10:00am
Tax Workshop: Form 8843
Friday, March 22nd, 2024
10:00 AM
Graduate Business Learning Center (Hartford)
Attend this session if you meet all of these criteria:
- You were here on an F or J visa in 2023 and
- You didn’t have work or scholarship income in 2023 and
- You are a student who has been here 5 years or less
We will assist you with completing this required form during the workshop.
Advance Registration Required: Sign up here: icworkshops.uconn.edu