It’s okay to express yourself, so give writing a shot! If you’re currently feeling homesick, remember that you’re not alone. Feelings of homesickness are a completely normal part of adjusting to a new environment. In a recent ISSS blog post, international student Nabiol Afrooz shared his feelings about his homesickness.… read more
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Issues with Obtaining or Renewing a Driver’s License
International applicants for a Texas driver’s license or Texas ID must be processed through the government’s SAVE database at the Department of Public Safety (DPS). The SAVE database confirms F-1 and J-1 visitors’ valid status and benefits eligibility with the SEVIS database so that DPS can grant a driver’s license.… read more
Is Nutrition Important?
The answer is YES! As tempting as frozen pizza can be, you obtain major health benefits by feeding your body and brain with nutritious foods. And it’s not about just about eating your vegetables. Here are a few tips: Learn about nutrition! Watch a “nutrition 101” video from Brainpop and learn how… read more
Texas Excursion: Enchanted Rock and Fredericksburg
What is Enchanted Rock? Enchanted Rock is an enormous pink granite rock formation that rises over Central Texas. This area was used by prehistoric people thousands of years ago, it is the source of several myths and legends, and it was designated a U.S. National Natural Landmark in 1971. After… read more
Last day to drop a course or withdraw from UT (undergraduates) – April 6th, 2015
April 6th, 2015 is the last day for an undergraduate student to withdraw from the University or drop a class (with the dean’s approval) for the Spring 2015 semester. Please take into consideration that if you receive the permission to withdraw or drop a course from you academic department, this… read more
Scholarship Opportunities: Joe Neal Scholarship and Jerry Wilcox Scholarship
All international undergraduate students on non-immigrant visas as encouraged to apply for the Joe Neal Scholarship offered by GlobalAustin. The Joe Neal Scholarship is an award that would provide an international undergraduate student with $1,000. Applicants can apply for the Joe Neal Scholarship in one of two ways: online through… read more
International Voices: Reflecting on the Past
This post is a part of our weekly International Voices column, writing by UT students, for UT students. Enjoy! When it hits August 2015 this year, it will mark two years since I moved to Austin. I often look back on my old self- fresh out of high school and… read more
Discovering the Joy of Giving: KAUST Foundation Year Students Volunteer at the UT Project
On Saturday, February 28th, the KAUST Foundation Year students volunteered with The Project, an event organized by the University of Texas at Austin. The Project partnered volunteers with local residents to complete beautification projects throughout the Austin community. Although the cold, rainy weather threatened to cancel the event, the KAUST… read more
The Women’s Health Clinic at UHS
Did you know that University Health Services includes a full-service Women’s Health Clinic? The clinic offers annual exams and many more services by appointment Monday-Friday in the SSB. Most insurance plans are accepted, and if you have the UT student health insurance plan, IT’S FREE!
International Voices: Being a Teacher (and other thoughts)
This post is a part of our weekly International Voices column, writing by UT students, for UT students. Enjoy! As the air chilled and the moisture from above turned into icy little stings on Wednesday night, I was home pressing my thumbs (the equivalent of you crossing your fingers) and… read more
