Did you know that adjustment difficulties of international students are often related to “losses” they experience when they move to a different country? Dr. Kenneth Wang’s research team at University of Missouri is conducting a study on this topic, and invites you to participate by completing a 10-minute survey. The purpose… read more
UT Austin Sponsored Student Team Travels to Saudi Arabia
April was an exciting month for the International Office’s Sponsored Student team. Liz Smith, Coordinator of Sponsored Students, Matt Jones, SABIC Foundation Year Program Coordinator, and Monica Malhotra, Senior International Student Coordinator for ESL Services, represented the University of Texas at Austin at the International Exhibition and Conference on Higher… read more
Scholar Social Hour on May 1
ISSS would like to invite international faculty and research scholars to join us for Scholar Social Hour! Our monthly social hour is an opportunity to gather in an informal atmosphere with lively conversation. Last month, we had 14 scholars join us to network with new colleagues, talk with friends, and… read more
Award Opportunity: Tuition Assistance for Mexican Students (TAMS)
Tuition Assistance for Mexican Students (TAMS) is now available for newly admitted and continuing UT Austin students. TAMS provides a non-resident tuition waiver for recipients and is highly competitive. This is a tuition-only award and is nontransferable. Eligibility for TAMS includes the following: Must be a Mexican National Unconditionally admitted… read more
Enter the Forty Acres Fastball Challenge on April 30!
Interested in winning a Pizza Party for you and your friends? Throw your fastest pitch at UT Athletics’ Forty Acres Fastball Challenge! The UT student who clocks the fastest pitch speed will win a Pizza Party for 10. Date: Tuesday, April 30 (immediately following the Texas Baseball vs. Prairie View A&M… read more
Insurance Vocabulary 101
For international students and scholars, one of the trickier parts of understanding US health insurance is knowing it’s unique vocabulary. Here are some of the most common terms you will run across while using your insurance: Claim: A request for payment from an insurance company. Co-Payment: The portion of each… read more
Research Study: International Students, Diet, & Transition to New Cultures
As international students you are one of the most dynamic components of modern society. Did you wonder what kinds of meals you would eat when you came to the United States? How being in a different country would influence your food preferences? Several studies show that one of the first… read more
Traveling During the Summer? What to Know Before You Go!
If you are an international student or scholar and plan to travel this summer, be sure that you have the appropriate immigration documents. Review Your I-20 or DS-2019 Don’t forget to check your I-20/DS-2019 for a valid travel signature: Look at page 3 of the I-20 (F-1 students) or page… read more
BlueCross Blue Shield Insurance Tip: Log In to Your Member Account
If you hold the Student Health Insurance Plan or UT Select, you are a Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Texas policyholder. This means you have a one-stop shop online account at Blue Cross For Members. All you need to log in is your BCBS insurance card. You can also view detailed log-in… read more
Japanese Association Presents Golden Week Festival
The Japanese Association at the University of Texas at Austin will present its 8th annual Golden Week Festival! Date: Friday, April 19 Time: 7-9:30 p.m. Location: Gregory Gym Plaza Admission for the festival is free, and tickets may be purchased to enjoy various Japanese food. The menu includes: Okonomiyaki (Japanese savory pancake) Yakisoba (stir-fried… read more
