Here's your bi-weekly update from IPC's ISSS office with the latest immigration updates,
student services offerings, and campus involvement opportunities!
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February 29 - March 8
- Spring Break (no class,
IPC is open normal business hours during Spring Break!
)
March 9
- Last day to drop without academic penalty
March 30 - April 22
- Fall registration window for continuing students
April 10
- Spring Holiday (no class, offices closed)
May 1-7
- Final exams
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Stop by the office to speak with a DSO for up to 15 minutes without needing an appointment.
Mondays/Tuesdays 2:00-4:00 pm
Wednesdays 1:00-3:00 pm
Thursdays 9:00-11:00 am
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Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Resources
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For those who are traveling abroad during spring break, make sure to consult the following sources for up-to-date information on the Coronavirus:
Remember that the best way to prevent illnesses like Coronavirus and the flu are to wash your hands frequently, cover your cough, and avoid close contact with sick individuals.
Again, we want to assure you that IPC (and the University as a whole) is here to support students in any way possible. If you have any concerns about the health or safety of yourself or someone else, please contact IPC.
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Looking for a summer job or internship?
Many students have expressed interest in summer work, volunteer opportunities, or internships. While we encourage you to explore your options, please remember to be mindful of
employment regulations
for F-1 visa holders. Some of these include:
- Off-campus internships (paid or unpaid) can only be authorized as Curricular Practical Training (CPT) if you are concurrently enrolled in a course that requires an internship during the summer - there are no exceptions to this requirement.
- On-campus jobs: You can work up to 40 hours per week on campus in any hourly student position during the summer if you are not enrolled in any classes. If you take classes over the summer, you can work up to 20 hours on campus.
We encourage you to reach out to the office of
Career and Professional Development
for assistance in your job search. If you have any questions or concerns about summer work or internships, please make an appointment with an International Student Advisor by contacting [email protected] or visit us during our walk-in hours.
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Graduating in May?
OPT Applications now open!
OPT advising sessions
will take place every Wednesday from 1:30-2:30 pm, Thursday from 9:30-10:30 am, and Friday from 3:00-4:00 pm. To sign up for an advising session or find another time that meets your schedule, email
[email protected]
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Before scheduling an in-person appointment
, please watch the webinar and view the presentation by clicking the buttons below. Most of your questions will be answered in those sources. If you are ready, you can start your OPT request via the ISSS Portal (isss.uncg.edu)
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Reminder about Filing Taxes
Deadline is April 15!
You’re legally required to file a tax return if you worked in the US or received a stipend, grant or allowance.
Even if you didn’t work or receive income in the US, you’re still legally obliged to file Form 8843 with the IRS
.
All you need to do is:
- Register and follow the simple instructions
- Complete the online questionnaire
- Enter your unique code SpTx2019UNSG101F in the box on the ‘Review your order’ page
- Sprintax will prepare your tax return.
As a reminder, you must print, sign and mail your documents once you complete the preparation process in the Sprintax software.
If you have any questions, please use the live chat function in Sprintax and the team will be happy to help.
Additional Resources
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Bryan School's Spring Information Sessions
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For students interested in Bryan School's Graduate Program.
Attendees will receive an application fee waiver ($65 value)
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Ready for Graduate School?
The Academic Achievement Center in partnership with The Princeton Review is facilitating a number of free workshops to help students prepare for their graduate school entry exams.
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New Scholarship Application Portal
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Welcome to the
Spartan Scholarship System
. We like to call it
S3
for short!
You can now apply online for most UNCG scholarships through the Spartan Scholarship System portal, which automatically matches you with the scholarships for which you are eligible including those within your academic department. To get started, go to
https://uncg.academicworks.com/
and sign in using your UNCG credentials. Please answer all of the questions presented to you in the application for full consideration. Some funds require a separate application available from the department selecting the scholarship recipients.If you have questions about the application or the scholarships, please contact your department.
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Join us at I-Fest on April 4!
Sign up to host a booth or perform by midnight tonight (Feb. 28).
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International Student Support Workshop
Join other international students for a peer-led workshop on developing strategies for coping with stress as an international student at UNCG. This open conversation is a great place to share your experiences with others who understand the unique stressors international students face. This session is free and light refreshments will be provided!
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International
Coffee Hours
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Weekly relaxation for international students and scholars! Time to make friends, talk and learn about Greensboro with our iAmbassadors.
Join us!
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Registration now open for Trip to Hanging Rock!
Join the iAmbassadors and UNCG's Outdoor Adventures for an all-day
hiking trip for all international students
at one of North Carolina's most beautiful state parks! Just a few hours away from campus, we will spend our Saturday hiking at Hanging Rock
checking out waterfalls, and taking in the views. We will take a break in the middle of the day for a delicious lunch with a view! Enjoy connecting with one another and take this time to make new memories.
To register for this all-inclusive experience
, please come to Outdoor Adventures (in the
Kaplan Center
) no later than Wednesday, March 18th to secure your spot. The cost of the trip is $45 and
includes food, transportation, instruction, and equipment
. If there are any questions, please email
[email protected].
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Check
SpartanConnect
for a full list of campus events and organizations.
If you'd like your event (on or off campus) to be featured on ISSS insider, please email [email protected].
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feedback form
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