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
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TX Class IO 103: International Students – Immigration & Employment
Are you a department coordinator that routinely interacts with international students in regards to employment? If so, consider attending IO 103: International Students: Immigration & Employment. This hands-on workshop will inform you about immigration status, employment options, and hiring international students. Date: July 10 Time: 9:30 am – 3 pm Location: ACE 2.402… read more
ISSS Director’s Reflection of the Graduating International Student Reception
The Graduating International Student Reception is one of my favorite days of the year because our office recognizes international students that are graduating this Spring. The Graduating International Student Reception was held on May 15 and the value and impact that our international students bring to our campus community was… 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
IRS Phishing Scam
Phishing scams that ask for wire transfers, bank account information and SSN/ITIN numbers are a common occurrence on the internet. Recently there has been a phishing scam email targeting international students and preying on their misinformation about tax refunds. Please keep in mind: The IRS does not email tax payers.… read more
Immigration Advisory: Port-of-Entry Information
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers are now required to verify that every international student who enters the U.S. in F-1 and J-1 status has a valid SEVIS record. This means that students in F or J status, as well as dependents, will go through secondary inspection when entering the… read more
Tunisian American Day Celebration
The Tunisian Community Center (TCC), invites you to celebrate Tunisian American Day! Date: Saturday, June 1 Time: 6 – 10:30 p.m. Location: AT&T Executive Education and Conference Center, Salon C Cost: Special UT faculty, staff and student rates! The Tunisian American Day tradition represents a recurring opportunity to celebrate the community and its heritage as well as the enduring Tunisian-American friendship. This is an… read more
Research Study At Facebook Austin Looking For International Student Volunteers
The user operations department at the Facebook Austin office is looking for students and faculty from either Vietnam or the Philippines to share about their Facebook online experience in 1:1 interviews or focus groups. The purpose of this study is to learn about Southeast Asian Facebook users and the languages… read more
ISSS Insurance Advisors at StressFest this Wednesday April 10
The ISSS insurance advisors will be at StressFest this Wednesday to discuss the student health insurance plan and answer general insurance questions! What is StressFest? Organized by the UT Counseling and Mental Health Center, StressFest offers UT Austin students and staff a chance to take a break and enjoy an array of relaxing… read more