The Global Professional Training (GPT) Conference for East and Southeast Asia is back on campus this October 20-21! This conference focuses on professional development, intercultural training, and networking opportunities for all UT students, regardless of your major or course of study. Students who are interested in studying, working, or living… read more
Reminder: Fall Dependent and 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
Fall 2018 Employment Seminar
Join us to learn about various work visa options! The ISSS Advising Team, along with special guest speaker Attorney Maggie Murphy, is hosting FREE information sessions on post graduation/completion employment options, work visa types, and permanent residency for the international student and scholar population at The University of Texas at… read more
Texas Excursion: State Fair of Texas!
It’s time for another Texas Excursion! On September 29, International Student and Scholar Services is headed to the one and only State Fair of Texas! Held in the Fried Food Capital of Texas, the annual state fair in Dallas is not only packed with fried food, but shows, competitions, carnival… read more
Optional Practical Training (OPT) for Fall 2018
Are you an F-1 student who will graduate in fall 2018? Do you want to work in the U.S. after graduation? If you answered yes to both questions, then you want to apply for Post-Completion Optional Practical Training (OPT). OPT is work authorization for F-1 students that allows you to… read more
38th Annual Fall Pecan Street Festival!
The Pecan Street Festival is held twice a year (Fall & Spring) and the dates for Fall are September 22nd & 23rd. You may be asking, “What is the Pecan Street Festival?” This free event, held downtown on 6th Street, is where local and national artisans flock to showcase their… read more
SCAM ALERT!
Warning: a phone scam targeting Chinese nationals has been reported nationwide. Scammers are using robo-calls containing messages in Mandarin that claim to be from the Chinese Consulate. Some message have been reported to state that there is a package or document for the individual at the Chinese Consulate office and… read more
Fall 2018 Texas Excursions Announced!
Howdy! The International Office has planned an exciting Fall Texas Excursion schedule. These experiences will get you out of Austin and exploring other parts of Texas. Saddle-up, register to save your spot on the bus, and yeehaw! August 25: Explore San Antonio (8am-5:30pm, $50): Venture to the historical city… read more
Reminders for Re-entering the United States
Welcome Back, International Longhorns! We hope those of you returning to Austin to resume your studies have had a restful summer vacation—our office is looking forward to welcoming you back to campus! As you prepare for your return, we strongly encourage you to plan ahead to ensure you do not… read more
Caution When Parking
It has come to our attention that some visitors to the International Office are parking across the street at the Court of Three Sisters on Nueces Street. This parking lot is only for the surrounding businesses such as Starbucks, Fricanos, Smoothie King, etc. Please do not park across the street… read more
