It is important to know how to seek the right care at the right time in the case of an unexpected medical event. Emergency Room For severe or potentially life-threatening emergencies, call 911 or go to a local hospital emergency room. Please note that these services are intended for true… read more
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Happy Thanksgiving from ISSS
The fourth Thursday of November marks Thanksgiving Day in the United States. In the midst of the Civil War, President Abraham Lincoln declared Thanksgiving a national holiday in 1863. The roots of Thanksgiving go back to some of the first colonists in the United States who shared a celebratory feast… read more
ISSS Photo Contest Winners
Each year ISSS holds a photo contest for all new incoming international students. Below are this year’s winners, each of whom will receive a prize and have their photos printed and framed for display in the International Office! First Place Winner: Morning Lessons at the Monastery by Abhranil Das Second Place Winner: The… read more
Students Celebrate Eid al Adha with Food, Music and Dancing
Each year, Muslims around the world celebrate Eid al Adha, the Festival of the Sacrifice, to honor the prophet Ibrahim and his obedience to Allah. On Tuesday, October 15, Saudi Arabian students from the KAUST Foundation Year Program and SABIC Foundation Year Program collaborated to host a celebration in honor… read more
October Scholar Social Hour A Success!
On October 2, ISSS held another Scholar Social Hour event at Cuatros. This monthly social event occurs the first Wednesday of every month. Our October event was attended by forty-three scholars — our highest turnout yet! The crowd consisted of new scholars who had just arrived at the University of Texas… read more
Fall 2013 Q-Drop Deadline: Tuesday November 5th
The Q-drop deadline for undergraduates is Tuesday, November 5th. If you’re thinking about dropping a class, don’t forget about the potential impact on your immigration status. All F-1 and J-1 international students must be enrolled for a full-time course load. Undergraduates must be enrolled for 12 credit hours and graduate… read more
Employment Seminar for International Students and Scholars
International Student & Scholar Services invites you to an Employment Seminar! Date: Wednesday, October 9, 2013 Time: 6:00 – 8:30 pm Location: Peter O’Donnell Jr. Building (POB) (Room 2.302 for F-1 Students / Room 2.402 for J-1 Students & Scholars) The seminar will focus on employment options that are available to international students and scholars in… read more
Professional Development Opportunity! Creating Access to Global Education 2013 Symposium Day 2
International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) announces an exciting lineup for Day 2 of the Creating Access to Global Education (CAGE) 2013 symposium series on October 11. We invite YOU to consider joining us for an interactive day of dialogue exploring the history of undocumented students’ experiences and participation in… read more
UT’s Counseling and Mental Health Center Announces Suicide Prevention Week 2013
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
Fraud Alert: Be Careful With Your Personal Information
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
