How much good could you do in one afternoon? Last Saturday, thirteen Foundation Year students tried to answer this question by volunteering with The Project—UT’s Largest Day of Service. Sponsored by the King Abdullah University of Science & Technology in Saudi Arabia, the Foundation Year program helps prepare Saudi students… read more
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2018 ABC Zilker Kite Festival
The Zilker Kite Festival is a yearly event held at Zilker park where anyone is welcome to bring their own kite to fly in the sky. Join hundreds of Austin residents as they participate and/or watch this fun, Spring-time event! There are will be vendors offering food for sale and… read more
Beginners Guide to Health Insurance
If you have questions about health insurance and the U.S. healthcare system, the International Office can help! You are invited to attend our monthly Insurance Information Sessions held at the International Office. Topics include: when and where to go for medical care; understanding how health insurance works; overview of… read more
Tax Form 8843 for Nonresident Aliens
With the tax season upon us, it can be confusing to know what your filing responsibilities are. Here are some helpful questions and answers for international students and scholars regarding the Form 8843. Do all nonresident aliens need to file a tax return? Not all nonresident aliens for tax purposes… read more
2018-2019 Good Neighbor Scholarship Deadline Reminder
ISSS is now accepting applications for the Good Neighbor Scholarship (GNS) for the 2018-2019 academic year! The GNS provides for one year of tuition (fall, spring, and summer) to students who were born in and are residents of a nation in the Western Hemisphere (excluding Cuba and the U.S.). The full… read more
Spring 2018 Tax Seminars
Confused about U.S. taxes? You are not alone! U.S. taxes are oftentimes complex and difficult to understand to people new to the U.S. The International Office is hosting two separate tax seminars through the spring 2018 semester to help clear up some confusion and questions regarding the U.S. tax system.… read more
Dating & Healthy Relationships
Are you curious about dating and romantic relationships in the US? Where do you meet people, how do you ask someone on a date, where do you go on a first date, who pays for the meal, how do you know if someone likes you? If these are some questions… read more
Exploring Austin
Hello! In this blog post I will share some of my favorite spots in Austin – all places you can get to very easily on foot or by bus! On or Near Campus (walk-able): Darrell K. Royal Football Stadium – You can study downstairs or upstairs in the Stark Center… read more
New Exchange Students at UT
This spring we welcome 240 new exchange students to campus! Most of our new exchange students will only be at UT for 1 semester, so they are eager to make the most of their time here. We are so proud of the impression they are already making at UT and… read more
Reminder! Dependent & Dental Insurance Deadline
If you are on the Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP), then please read on! This information does not apply to students currently covered under the UT Select employee health insurance. All current students on SHIP are eligible to add dependents (spouse/children) to their plan. If you would like to add… read more