Always be cautious about the information you give to someone over the phone! An international student recently reported a possible scam. There have been other reports around the country of the same type of call. Be on the alert! According to reports, the caller will state that he is from… read more
Upcoming 2013-14 Insurance Waiver Deadline
September 12 is the deadline for most fall and annual (full year) insurance waivers, including waivers based on private or U.S. employer insurance. Students may request an insurance waiver if they are covered by an alternative insurance policy that meets the basic requirements of the UT Health Insurance Plan. Review… read more
Participate in Research on International Students and College Choice
A doctoral student at the University of Virginia is asking international undergraduates at UT to complete an online survey as part of his dissertation research. The purpose of this research is to learn more about how international undergraduate students in American higher education selected the college or university they attend… read more
Resources for Issues Associated With Entry to the U.S.
Have you experienced difficulty during screening while entering into the U.S.? The Department of Homeland Security Traveler Redress Inquiry Program (DHS TRIP) is a resource for individuals to report their inquiries or seek resolution. Some issues they can help to address include: watch list issues screening problems at ports of entry… read more
Blanton Museum Seeks Spanish-Speaking Docents
UT’s Blanton Museum of Art is currently recruiting Spanish-speaking docents (museum guides) for its upcoming training class. This new group of volunteer docents will work primarily with K-12 students during the work week and on some Sundays. Training will take place every day for three hours the last two weeks of… read more
Summer Student Health Insurance Coverage Period Begins June 1
Holders of the BlueCross/BlueShield student health insurance plan, please be advised that your summer coverage period began 6/1/2013 and is effective until 8/24/2013. Important Note: While the summer enrollment process is completed, you may expect a slight delay in your summer coverage being reflected in the BlueCross/BlueShield system. If you… read more
Texas Excursion: Sea World San Antonio
International Student and Scholar Services organizes monthly bus trips to a variety of locations and events around Texas for international students, scholars, and their friends. This month we’re headed to Sea World San Antonio! Sea World San Antonio is the world’s largest marine life adventure park and family event showplace.… read more
Graduating International Student Reception Held to Honor Spring & Summer Graduates
A reception to honor international students graduating from the university this spring and summer was held on Wednesday, May 15 in the Texas Union. The University of Texas at Austin enrolls an estimated 5,000 international students each year. These students represent approximately 120 countries, and come to The University to… read more
International Office prepares to welcome Brazilian STEM students
The Brazil Scientific Mobility Program (BSMP) was launched in 2011 as a joint initiative by Brazil’s Ministries of Education and Science aimed at strengthening and expanding the country’s competitiveness in the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields. Formerly known as Brazil Science Without Borders, the program is part of… read more
SABIC Students Graduate from Foundation Year Program
Every year UT Austin hosts 15-20 Saudi Arabian students sponsored by SABIC for a customized Foundation Year program. The program consists of 18 months of intensive English and rigorous academic work to prepare the students for their undergraduate studies at various institutions across the U.S. On April 30th the students… read more