If you’re looking to spend a day exploring the great outdoors in and around Austin, know this: you will have no shortage of options. Even as an ever-changing city, Austin celebrates the outdoors by investing in several community spaces for all to enjoy. There is something for everyone, whether you’re… read more
international students and scholars
Summer Internship Authorization for F-1 and J-1 Students
Are you planning to participate in an internship this summer? Keep in mind that all F-1 and J-1 students must obtain proper work authorization before starting any type of off-campus internship or employment. This is an important part of properly maintaining your immigration status. Read on to learn about F-1… read more
Truths of International Study that Nobody Talks About
Moving from your own country to study in the United States can seem like a journey of a million steps. So once you’ve done the hard work of gaining admission to The University of Texas at Austin, you might be surprised by this fact when you arrive on campus: The… read more
Get Hooked on UT RecSports
Whether you are new to the Forty Acres or are looking for more ways to add movement and recreation to your experience, you’ll likely find it at RecSports. With their eight recreation and fitness facilities and various programs, activities and events, there are numerous ways to stay active on campus.… read more
Online Filing for OPT/STEM OPT Applications
ISSS currently advises you NOT to file your OPT/STEM OPT application online. What is the new option to file online? F-1 students must complete the Form I-765 Application for Employment Authorization and mail it to USCIS with supporting documentation (including an OPT/STEM OPT I-20 issued by ISSS) to apply for… read more
New Scholarships Available to Students from Latin America
Looking for scholarship opportunities? The Pan American Round Table of Austin has two new scholarships available for students from Latin America: The Jeannie Hunter Hackett Memorial Scholarship, and The Gloria Mata Pennington Scholarship. The Jeannie Hunter Hackett Memorial Scholarship The Jeannie Hunter Hackett Memorial Scholarship of $2,000 is awarded to… read more
Be Part of the Global Student Voice
Texas Global is taking part in the International Student Barometer survey. We want to learn about your experience at UT Austin and how to make it better. All current UT students received an email with an individual link to the International Student Barometer. The survey is for current UT students… read more
Negative COVID-19 Test Now Required to Enter US
Beginning Jan. 26, 2021, all air passengers entering the U.S. must provide a negative COVID-19 test before boarding their flight, as required by the CDC. Passengers are required to get a test within three days of their departure. Written documentation of the negative test result must be provided to the… read more
Scammers Posing as SEVP Target International Students
With the arrival of COVID-19, we have all been changing the way we do things and so have scammers. With many new administrative processes and ways to interact, scammers have been taking note and finding new ways to target unsuspecting individuals. It is increasingly common for people to take advantage… read more
Coping with the Pandemic: Giving My Service to Others
This post was contributed by international student Vira Wiguna, an accounting sophomore at UT. 2020 has been an unusual experience, to say the least. As an international student, who is writing this article from her underground bunker deep in the heart of campus, the COVID-19 pandemic has changed my life in… read more