Applications are now open for the 2016 Class of Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans. These fellowships are open to immigrants and the children of immigrants who are entering or have begun graduate school. Fellows receive up to $90,000 in support of their education: $40,000 in tuition support and $50,000… read more
Tips To Tackle Homesickness
It’s okay to express yourself, so give writing a shot! If you’re currently feeling homesick, remember that you’re not alone. Feelings of homesickness are a completely normal part of adjusting to a new environment. In a recent ISSS blog post, international student Nabiol Afrooz shared his feelings about his homesickness.… read more
Beware of IRS and Tax Scams
Please be wary of any phone calls or emails that you may receive from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) regarding your tax situation, especially at this time of year. International students & scholars are often targeted by anonymous individuals alleging to be police officers or individuals working for the Internal… read more
Calling Students from Mexico! Internship Opportunity (Deadline April 20, 2015)
Interested in an internship opportunity? Read further! This opportunity applies to students from Monterrey, Nuevo Leon, Mexico (and surrounding areas including: San Pedro, Nuevo Leon, Mexico and San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon, Mexico): Hello, my name is Jorge Ibarra and I am an former Longhorn from Monterrey, Mexico. I graduated… read more
Issues with Obtaining or Renewing a Driver’s License
International applicants for a Texas driver’s license or Texas ID must be processed through the government’s SAVE database at the Department of Public Safety (DPS). The SAVE database confirms F-1 and J-1 visitors’ valid status and benefits eligibility with the SEVIS database so that DPS can grant a driver’s license.… read more
Public Health Week 2015: Global Health Night
As part of Public Health Week 2015, the student organization Texas Public Health will be putting on an exciting Global Health Night, this Wednesday at 6pm!
Is Nutrition Important?
The answer is YES! As tempting as frozen pizza can be, you obtain major health benefits by feeding your body and brain with nutritious foods. And it’s not about just about eating your vegetables. Here are a few tips: Learn about nutrition! Watch a “nutrition 101” video from Brainpop and learn how… read more
Texas Excursion: Enchanted Rock and Fredericksburg
What is Enchanted Rock? Enchanted Rock is an enormous pink granite rock formation that rises over Central Texas. This area was used by prehistoric people thousands of years ago, it is the source of several myths and legends, and it was designated a U.S. National Natural Landmark in 1971. After… read more
Scholarship Opportunities: Joe Neal Scholarship and Jerry Wilcox Scholarship
All international undergraduate students on non-immigrant visas as encouraged to apply for the Joe Neal Scholarship offered by GlobalAustin. The Joe Neal Scholarship is an award that would provide an international undergraduate student with $1,000. Applicants can apply for the Joe Neal Scholarship in one of two ways: online through… read more
Discovering the Joy of Giving: KAUST Foundation Year Students Volunteer at the UT Project
On Saturday, February 28th, the KAUST Foundation Year students volunteered with The Project, an event organized by the University of Texas at Austin. The Project partnered volunteers with local residents to complete beautification projects throughout the Austin community. Although the cold, rainy weather threatened to cancel the event, the KAUST… read more