The UT International Office, Texas Muslim Students’ Association, and Nueces Mosque invite you to attend: International Students’ Open House The UT International Office is proud to announce a joint event with the Texas Muslim Students’ Association and Nueces Mosque in support of educational and cultural exchange and to encourage mutual… read more
Spring 2016 Q-Drop Deadline: Monday, April 4th
Monday, April 4th, is the last day an undergraduate student may withdraw from the university or drop a class, with the dean’s approval. It is also the last day an undergraduate student may change registration for a class to a pass/fail basis. If you’re thinking about dropping a class, don’t… read more
Reminder: Check your I-94 record upon return to the U.S.
Did you travel internationally over Spring Break? If you did or if you recently re-entered the U.S., be sure to check that your I-94 record is still accurately showing your current immigration status and the correct “admit until ” date. Ensuring you have the proper status guarantees that you have… read more
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
Spring Break Travel and Safety Reminders
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
Navigating the South by Southwest Festival
By now, many of you have heard that the South by Southwest Festival (also known as “South By” or “SxSW”) will be happening in Austin soon. The ten days that comprise the three main festivals (SxSW Interactive, SxSW Film and SxSW Music) occur March 11-20. Begun in 1987, South by Southwest is… read more
Texas Excursion: Hallo, Hill Country! A Visit to Enchanted Rock & Fredericksburg.
Longer days, warmer weather, and bluebonnets peeking out from the soil–These all mean one thing: spring is on its way! And with it comes our annual excursion to the Texas Hill Country! On Saturday, April 9, join International Student & Scholar Services as we trek westward to explore the Enchanted Rock… read more
Lunch Seminar for International Students
International Student & Scholar Services and Counseling & Mental Health Center invite to attend our next seminar: Managing Stress and Staying Healthy Come join other international students for an informative lunch hour seminar to learn about ways to identify stress when it occurs, techniques to reduce stress, and strategies to… read more
Employment Seminar for International Students & Scholars
International Student & Scholar Services invites you to an Employment Seminar! Date: Tuesday March 8, 2016 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… read more
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
