Have an offer for a summer job or internship? Remember that you must have prior ISSS permission in place before you start any work that is considered off campus. Curricular Practical Training, or CPT, is one type of work authorization you could request if you will receive course credit for… read more
World Health Day 2016
Today is World Health Day, and this year’s focus is on putting an end to the rapid rise of diabetes around the world. Diet choices are an important part of diabetes prevention, so here are a few tips to help make the healthy choice the easy choice: Quick and affordable ways to eat healthier… read more
Foundation Year Students Set Sights on Rancho Cortez
As you may know, the International Office facilitates Foundation Year Programs for international students applying to college. But you may not know that these programs offer more than SAT prep and Calculus coursework. They also offer leadership development and skill-building critical to success in college. For example, one of our… read more
International Office Open House, Friday April 8 2016
Join us Friday, April 8, from 2:00-5:00 pm, for an exclusive tour of food, entertainment, and fun from around the world! Network with students, faculty, staff, and community members as you learn more about the programs, special projects, and services that make us one of the nation’s leading innovators in… read more
Calling All International Undergraduate Students
Come share your experiences as an international student to improve the international student experience at UT! There will be free pizza and soda. TUESDAY, APRIL 5, 2016 at 5 PM The McCombs School of Business, 3rd floor, Carpenter Center – Work Room (someone will be outside of the Carpenter… read more
International Students’ Open House
The UT International Office, Texas Muslim Students’ Association, and Nueces Mosque invite you to attend: International Students’ Open House The UT International Office is proud to announce a joint event with the Texas Muslim Students’ Association and Nueces Mosque in support of educational and cultural exchange and to encourage mutual… read more
Reminder: Check your I-94 record upon return to the U.S.
Did you travel internationally over Spring Break? If you did or if you recently re-entered the U.S., be sure to check that your I-94 record is still accurately showing your current immigration status and the correct “admit until ” date. Ensuring you have the proper status guarantees that you have… read more
Navigating the South by Southwest Festival
By now, many of you have heard that the South by Southwest Festival (also known as “South By” or “SxSW”) will be happening in Austin soon. The ten days that comprise the three main festivals (SxSW Interactive, SxSW Film and SxSW Music) occur March 11-20. Begun in 1987, South by Southwest is… read more
Lunch Seminar for International Students
International Student & Scholar Services and Counseling & Mental Health Center invite to attend our next seminar: Managing Stress and Staying Healthy Come join other international students for an informative lunch hour seminar to learn about ways to identify stress when it occurs, techniques to reduce stress, and strategies to… read more
Employment Seminar for International Students & Scholars
International Student & Scholar Services invites you to an Employment Seminar! Date: Tuesday March 8, 2016 Time: 6:00 – 8:30 pm Location: Peter O’Donnell Jr. Building (POB) (Room 2.302 for F-1 Students / Room 2.402 for J-1 Students & Scholars) The seminar will focus on employment options that are available… read more