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March 18, 2016, Filed Under: General

Austin’s Farmers Markets

With the weather getting nicer, there are more and more opportunities for outdoor activities here in Austin. If you’re looking for the chance to be outside and pick up some local produce while you’re at it, look no further than Austin’s numerous farmers markets. In addition to seasonal produce, some farmers… read more 

March 14, 2016, Filed Under: General, Immigration Updates

Spring Break Travel and Safety Reminders

a plan flying in the sunset

With Spring Break here, we here at the International Office know that many of you may be traveling out of the country– going home or for vacation. Always remember to carry the following with you: Unexpired passport (valid at least 6 months into the future) Valid visa. If it has… read more 

February 25, 2016, Filed Under: General, Taxes

Scam Alert: Scams Targeting UT Austin International Students

International students at UT and other universities across the U.S. have frequently been targets of a variety of scams. The scammer will identify themselves as a police officer, government official, or university official and threaten dismissal from the university, deportation from the U.S., or dropped classes unless the student immediately… read more 

February 22, 2016, Filed Under: General, Immigration Updates, Programs & Events

New! H-1B Seminar for International Students

If you are planning to graduate within the next year or two, now is the time to start thinking of the next steps for immigration and employment options. While there are several immigration categories that graduates move on to, the most common visa type is the H-1B. ISSS invites you… read more 

January 6, 2016, Filed Under: General

8 Essential Colloquial Phrases and Their Meaning

Do you ever find yourself lost in mid-conversation when interacting with friends or strangers in a social setting? We’ll spill the beans below and list 8 essential colloquial phrases that are helpful when interacting in today’s society. Spill the Beans – Reveal secret information unintentionally or indiscreetly. Gilbert accidentally spilled… read more 

January 4, 2016, Filed Under: General

International Groups Around Town

As the semester ends, and you head home or enjoy the holidays in Austin, you may be wondering how you can get more involved in your community when the new semester resumes. Austin is a growing international city, and gets more diverse on a daily basis! Accordingly, more groups are… read more 

December 14, 2015, Filed Under: General, Insurance

Health and Insurance During Winter Break

If you plan to leave Austin during Winter Break, here are some important insurance tips to keep in mind: Keep your insurance card with you at all times. Fill your prescriptions before leaving for vacation. Know where to seek care for different medical needs when you are away from University… read more 

December 9, 2015, Filed Under: General, Programs & Events

Scholars’ Thoughts on Scholar Social Hour

On the first Wednesday of every month, international faculty and research scholars from across the UT Austin campus and from around the world gather for socializing, food and drinks at Scholar Social Hour. During the most recent Scholar Social Hour in December, scholars who attended took the time to share their… read more 

December 4, 2015, Filed Under: General, Immigration Updates

Winter Break Travel Considerations

With the Winter Break soon upon us, we here at the International Office know that many of you may be travelling out of the country to home or for vacation. If you have any questions about travel, meet with your immigration advisor to get your travel signature or required immigration… read more 

November 30, 2015, Filed Under: General

Update on Expanded DACA and DAPA

Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) was originally announced in June 2012. The executive order allows undocumented immigrants who arrived in the U.S. as children and meet specific criteria to apply for deferred action for two year renewable periods. Deferred action is a decision from the U.S. Department of Homeland… read more 

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