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Muireann Nic Corcráin

While Connecticut might be separated from Ireland by 3,000 miles, an increasing number of Huskies can answer "yes" to the question, An bhfuil Gaeilge agat? ("Do you speak Irish?"), thanks to a visiting scholar from the Emerald Isle. Muireann Nic Corcráin is spending the academic year at UConn as a Fulbright Scholar teaching the Irish language. Along the way, she also wants to help promote Irish culture to the University community.

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Oct 21 ISSS Webinar: Spring 2022 Arrival And Study Information9:00am

ISSS Webinar: Spring 2022 Arrival And Study Information

Thursday, October 21st, 2021

09:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Other
Online

Spring 2022 Arrival and Study Information

Agenda: ISSS and EGL have important information to share with you about the spring semester. We are excited to welcome you to campus in January. UConn is back in-person, and it is very important that you return to campus next term so that you can make progress toward your major requirements and connect with the UConn community and resources that are here to support you.

How to join:

https://uconnvtc.webex.com/uconnvtc/j.php?MTID=m7b4bcce20f085cc524235fbd1271d4f9

Meeting number: 2620 089 9491

Password: UConn2022

Contact Information: international@uconn.edu
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Oct 21 ISSS Coffee Hour: Peru6:00pm

ISSS Coffee Hour: Peru

Thursday, October 21st, 2021

06:00 PM - 07:00 PM

Storrs Campus
Online via Webex

ISSS Virtual Coffee Hour: Peru

Thursday, October 21, 2021 at 6pm-7pm

Explore the World through Coffee, Culture, Conversation
Sponsored by International Student and Scholar Services

How to join:

https://uconnvtc.webex.com/uconnvtc/j.php?MTID=m8e0cb799133a1681e9a975cb3eb74314

FUN PRIZES TRIVIA

Contact nadine.boudissa@uconn.edu for more information

Contact Information: international@uconn.edu
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Oct 24 Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) - Tips You Need 7:00pm

Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) - Tips You Need

Sunday, October 24th, 2021

07:00 PM - 07:30 PM

Other
GoToWebinar

An Applicant Tracking System (ATS) allows employers to collect, sort, scan, and rank job applications. Nearly every employer uses an ATS to support their recruiting and hiring of candidates. This webinar provides an overview of how to optimize your job application materials to be favorably scanned by an applicant tracking system.

Please register at: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/rt/2167575440619323407

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

If you require an accommodation to participate in this event, please contact the Center for Career Development at career@uconn.edu.

Contact Information: career@uconn.edu
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Oct 25 Optional Practical Training (OPT) Workshop11:00am

Optional Practical Training (OPT) Workshop

Monday, October 25th, 2021

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Other
Online

Do you want to work in the U.S. after you graduate? Are you on an F-1 visa? 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 Fall 2021 semester. Attend this workshop BEFORE you apply for post-completion OPT.
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How to join:

Meeting link: https://uconnvtc.webex.com/uconnvtc/j.php?MTID=m637267f01396210644ff859d62629ee1

Meeting number:
2622 262 2334

Password:
OPT21

Contact Information: International @uconn.edu
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Oct 28 CPT/Pre-Completion OPT Workshop10:00am

CPT/Pre-Completion OPT Workshop

Thursday, October 28th, 2021

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Other
Online

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.

How to join:

Meeting link: https://uconnvtc.webex.com/uconnvtc/j.php?MTID=m7f6de911bb31f0770488f7586f085f90

Meeting number:
2624 721 9333

Password:
CPT21

Contact Information: international@uconn.edu
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Phone:	(860) 486-3855
E-mail:	international@uconn.edu
Address:	International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) 2011 Hillside Rd. U-1083 McMahon Hall Storrs, CT 06269-1083 Fax: (860) 486-5800 Office Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST