Suicide is considered to be the second leading cause of death for college students. That’s why the Counseling and Mental Health Center is organizing UT’s annual Suicide Prevention Week (September 23-27). This week is focused on raising awareness about suicide and engaging students, faculty and staff in suicide prevention. All… read more
Curricular Practical Training for F-1 Students
If you are an F-1 student wanting to do an internship or job at an off-campus location, remember that you need work authorization before beginning employment. Most often, this work authorization comes from Curricular Practical Training (CPT). CPT is temporary employment authorization directly related to an F-1 student’s academic program,… read more
On-Campus Employment Reminder
F-1 and J-1 students may work on campus for 20 hours per week during the fall and spring semester. During the summer and official university breaks, international students may work more than 20 hours per week. Students who are searching for on campus employment should look at the Hire a Longhorn job… read more
Donor Spotlight: Society of Iranian-American Women for Education
“How am I going to pay for my higher education?” This common question is especially prevalent among international students who generally pay out-of-state tuition and are not eligible to apply for federal and state financial aid. Nonprofit corporations, like The Society of Iranian-American Women for Education (SIAWE), help support the… read more
Insurance Presentation Monday, Aug. 26
We invite you to attend “Medical Insurance in the U.S.” this Monday, Aug. 26 in Avaya Auditorium (POB 2.302) from 9-11 a.m. This practical, hands-on presentation will prepare you to seek health care when you need it – without paying more than you should. Come hear representatives from International Student & Scholar… read more
Campus Involvement Opportunity: Student Conduct Board
Beginning this fall, students charged with academic violations will have the option of taking their cases to the Student Conduct Board. This option will be in addition to the three traditional processes of faculty disposition, administrative disposition and hearing officer. The Student Conduct Board offers the opportunity for students to… read more
In Absentia Graduation and Immigration Implications
Graduating “In Absentia” means that you will complete your degree requirements as a non-registered student. For instance, you complete your thesis after the summer semester submission deadline but before Fall classes begin. You then apply for in absentia graduation: you will not be a student at UT Austin Fall semester,… read more
New International Student Orientation on Friday, August 16
A BIG TEXAS WELCOME to all our new international students who will begin their studies at the university in the Summer/Fall 2013! To help you get settled, our office provides a number or orientation events where you will have the opportunity to learn about the various resources and services that… read more
New Program Announcement: KAUST Foundation-Year
The International Office is excited to announce a new Foundation Year partnership with the King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) in Saudi Arabia. The KAUST Gifted Student Program Foundation Year will bring a group of academically advanced Saudi students to UT Austin to engage in ESL, math, science,… read more
Participants Needed for a Bilingual Language Study
The Human Abilities in Bilingual Language Acquisition Lab is conducting a study on bilingual language and seeking people to participate in a study at the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders. Participants will be asked to fill out a questionnaire about their language background, take two language proficiency tests, and… read more