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
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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
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