Thank you to everyone who attended Wednesday’s Your Journey, Your Health Fair! We hope you had fun and gained some useful information about health resources on campus. An especially big thank you goes out to everyone who contributed song/artist recommendations for our Spotify playlist. You can now access the IO Stressbuster Playlist,… read more
International Voices: Buying Your First Car in the U.S.
This post is a part of our weekly International Voices column, writing by UT students, for UT students. Enjoy! Thanks to the bike-friendly roads and widespread Capital Metro network, having a car is not a must to commute in Austin. That being said, road infrastructure is the number one thing… read more
Scholarship Opportunity: Florence Terry Griswold I Scholarship
Female graduate students from Pan American countries studying at The University of Texas at Austin are encouraged to apply for the Florence Terry Griswold I Scholarship offered through the Pan American Round Table of Texas. This is a $2,500 scholarship for the 2015-16 academic year. If awarded, the $2,500 would be… read more
Quick Guide: Cold, Flu, and Allergies
While Americans like to think chicken soup can treat any ailment, sometimes you need a little more than this time-honored remedy. Read on for some tips to prevent and manage symptoms of the flu, common cold, and seasonal allergies. Cold/Flu: Prevention is the Best Medicine Don’t Forget Your Flu Shot! Flu… read more
Stay Informed: Scams Affecting International Students & Scholars
International students & scholars are often targeted by anonymous individuals alleging to be police officers or individuals working for the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) in an attempt to extort money from them. This is considered a scam or dishonest act. Recently, two international students informed the International Office that they… read more
SIAWE Scholarship Announcement!
The SIAWE Scholarship is now available for continuing UT Austin international students of Iranian descent who demonstrate financial need. This $1,000 award is a spring-only award and can either be applied towards the spring 2015 tuition bill or paid out in cash. Please note that the cash award is subject… read more
‘Tis the Season for Travel Signatures!
Students, are you planning to travel outside of the United States? As you begin thinking about your Thanksgiving and winter break plans, don’t forgot to obtain a travel signature if you plan to leave the United States. The travel validation signature can be found on page 3 of the I-20 and… read more
IO Health Fair, Wed 11/19!
International Education Week 2014 is almost here! From November 17-19, departments across campus will be celebrating international education and exchange. In honor of International Education Week , the International Office invites you to Your Journey, Your Health Fair this Wednesday 11/19, 11am-2pm on the FAC Patio. Have fun (and enjoy… read more
International Voices: Experiencing American Culture
This post is a part of our weekly International Voices column, writing by UT students, for UT students. Enjoy! One of the most memorable experiences I have had in America was over spring break this year when I went to Nashville, Tennessee. I was really excited to experience traditional American… read more
Ethel Loving de Diaz Scholarship Announcement
The Ethel Loving de Diaz Scholarship is now available for continuing UT Austin students from Mexico who demonstrate how work experience has helped fund their education. This $1,500 award is a spring-only award and will be applied directly to the tuition bill. To be eligible for the award, you must:… read more
