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What's Included This Week?
OISS Announcements
- OISS Office Hours
- SEVIS Updates
- SEVIS Campus Visits
- SEVIS Info Sessions
OISS Activities & Events
- OISS is Hiring
- Winter Term TTC
- Winter Term Events
- Transfer Fair
- How in the World?
OISS Health Information
PCC Events & Resources
- Week of Welcome Events
- Maker Basics
- Spark & Supply
- SE Free Food Market
- Computer Lab at SE is Hiring
Housing
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Announcements from SEVIS Team |
ENROLLMENT FOR WINTER TERM
As a reminder, all F-1 international students must be enrolled full-time each term to maintain their status.
Students in an Associate degree program must have a minimum of 12 credits, with 9 credits in-person.
Students in ESOL classes must have a minimum of 12 credits in-person.
ATTEND CLASSES
Plan to attend all of your classes in the first two weeks. If you miss class at the beginning of the term for any reason, your instructor may drop you from their class, and give your spot to another student who can attend.
If you don’t plan to attend a class for the full term, you must drop it officially through your MyPCC account. For most classes, you will still be charged tuition unless you drop by Tuesday, January 14, 2025.
DROPPING CLASSES
DO NOT drop any classes, unless you will still have at least 12 credits and enough in-person classes (9 credits for academic students, 12 credits for ESOL).
If you are not fully enrolled (in 12 credits and the required in-person classes), your SEVIS record will be terminated and your F-1 status canceled. In this case, you must depart the US immediately to avoid any negative consequences. You can confirm with the OISS SEVIS Team if you have any concerns.
DROP DEADLINES
The last day to drop an 8-12 week class and receive a full refund is Tuesday, January 14, 2025. All drops must be done in MyPCC before 10:00 PM on January 14. Please visit How to drop a class for more information.
Classes shorter than 8 weeks may have an earlier deadline. To see the drop deadline for your class, log in to MyPCC and click “See your drop and withdraw deadlines” in the Term-to-Term Checklist.
LATE REGISTRATION
If a class has already started, you will not be able to register for it. You need permission from the instructor, called an “override.” Email the instructor with your full name, G#, and the class that you want to add. Once you have the override, you must register for the class through your MyPCC account. The deadline for late registration is Tuesday, January 14, 2025.
MANDATORY SEVIS CHECK-IN FORM
All continuing F-1 international students must complete this Mandatory SEVIS Check-In by Wednesday, January 15, 2025.
Exception: Students in their first term at PCC
IMPORTANT ACADEMIC DATES
- Tuesday, January 14, 2025: Last day of late registration
- Tuesday, January 14, 2025: Last day to drop classes (to receive a full refund)
- Saturday, March 15, 2025: Last day to change grade option
- Saturday, March 15, 2025: Last day to withdraw from classes
More important dates are available on the Academic Calendar.
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Campus Visits
Rock Creek: 1/8, 1/29, 2/19 & 3/19 - Building 3, Room 223, 8am-4pm
Southeast: 1/15, 2/5, & 3/5 - SCOMM 119, 8am-4pm
Cascade: 1/22, 2/12, 3/12 & 3/26 - SU308, 8am-4pm
Schedule an appointment below:
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Info Sessions Schedule
Transferring to Another University
Thursday, January 16th at 2-3pm
Link to Sign Up
Optional Practical Training (OPT)
Thursday, February 6th at 2-3pm
Link to Sign Up
Academic Guidance – For students studying in an Associate degree
Thursday, February 20th at 1:30-2pm
Link to Sign Up
Start an Associate Degree Program – For ESOL students who will be starting an Associate degree soon
Thursday, February 20th at 2:30-3pm
Link to Sign Up
| OISS ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS | |
Are you our next OISS Student Receptionist?
Work at our OISS front desks! Click the application link for more information about the role.
The application will close at the end of the day on Friday, January 10.
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Meet with PCC students and practice English together with International Peer Leaders! Additional campuses and times will be added soon.
Monday:
Cascade: 1:00-2:00 PM
Student Union, 308
Sylvania: 12:00-1:00 PM
OISS Office, CC 215
Tuesday:
Southeast: 12:30-1:30 PM
Mt Tabor 137
Zoom: 2:00-3:00 PM
Meeting ID: 938 4810 4655
Wednesday:
Rock Creek: 2:30-3:30 PM
OISS Office, Building 3, Room 223
Meet with PCC students and practice English together with International Peer Leaders every week except holidays and during the first and last two weeks of the term.
| Our Winter Term event plans! Keep checking your email throughout the Winter Term for sign-up sheets. Follow us on social media (links at the bottom of the newsletter!) for more updates on events! | Join the OISS for an International Student Transfer Fair on Thursday, Jan 23rd from 10 AM-2 PM at SY campus CC entrance! Click the button below for more information on each school. | |
Greetings International Students and Alumni, and any other student who has wondered– “how am I going to get from where I am now to a good job in the future?”
The Offices of International Student Services and Career Services are working together with staff and faculty across the Rock Creek Campus to bring you a range of real career stories.
Join us in RC Bld 3, Rm 223 on most Mondays at 1pm for a cup of tea or cocoa and hear stories from the professionals themselves. Ask them how they made decisions, how they found opportunities, how they explained their choices to their families and future employers, or ask anything else you want!
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For any additional questions please email us at oiss.insurance@pcc.edu.
Visit PCC's health insurance webpage.
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These events will be happening from 10am – 2pm at the following campuses:
- Tuesday, January 7th at Sylvania, CC Bldg Main Mall
- Wednesday, January 8th at Cascade, Student Union 2nd Floor
- Thursday, January 9th at Southeast, Mt Tabor Great Hall
Participate in the Passport to Success activity to get free snacks and free swag from each location you visit. PCC students who complete a passport will be entered for a chance to win prizes. Become more familiar with your home campus while learning about free resources available exclusively to you as a PCC student!
Students looking to find their community and make the most of their college experience won’t want to miss the Involvement Fair. PCC offers a myriad of student clubs and organizations related to community service, cultural exploration, academic enrichment, and hobbies. Come chat with clubs, you may make a new friend!
At the Build-A-Panther event you can make your very own Poppie the Panther plushie to take home for some extra snuggly studying! Free supplies provided: PCC Poppie the Panther plush toy shell, stuffing, birth certificate, magic star, and a tiny t-shirt you get to decorate with a variety of art/crafting supplies.
These events are FREE and in-person only. Supplies are limited and will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis at the time of the event.
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3D Printing Basics
Monday - Friday
January 6th - 10th
Laser Cutting Basics
Monday - Friday
January 13th - 17th
Adobe Illustrator Basics
Tuesday - Friday
January 21st - 24th
All workshops available from 11:00 - 4:00 PM.
Come learn the basics in a stress free environment.
No prior experience necessary. No appointment necessary. No cost.
Workshops can take 15 - 45 minutes.
Terrell Hall 101
Cascade Campus
| Spark & Supply: Feminist School Kit Assembly | |
Join the Cascade Women’s Resource Center for a special event to kick off your winter term with empowerment and community! Create a custom school supply kit filled with essentials aimed at uplifting and supporting women as they navigate their academic journeys.
When: Tuesday, January 7
Time: 11 AM - 2 PM
Where: CA Student Union 301
Enjoy snacks, connect with others, and set yourself up for a successful term. Elevate your empowerment and let’s spark a semester of growth and support together!
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Free Food Markets are community events that center fresh produce provided by the Oregon Food Bank. This free food market is at SE campus, MTH Great Hall on Jan 8th from 1:30-3 PM (or until food runs out.)
No ID is needed to attend, we only ask how many are in their household. We ask that participants bring their own bag or box to transport the food.
| Computer Lab at SE is Hiring | |
Do you love helping others? Are you the go-to person for tech basics, like logging in, printing, or solving “Why isn’t this working?!” moments?
The Student Computing Center is looking for friendly, tech-savvy Lab Assistants to keep our computer lab running smoothly. You’ll provide basic technical support, maintain a productive work environment, and ensure students have a stress-free experience using campus technology. This isn’t a tutoring job – you’re here to help with computers, not coursework!
What You’ll Do:
- Be the welcoming face of the lab! Greet students, answer questions, and make everyone feel supported.
- Assist students with basic tech needs, like logging in, accessing MyPCC, printing, or using Google Workspace.
- Troubleshoot common computer and equipment issues (don’t worry, no coding required!).
- Keep the lab clean, organized, and ready for action.
- Work as part of a team to create a positive and professional space.
| Housing Submission Information | If you are looking for housing or have housing available and would like to share with other students, please complete the form below and we will include it in this newsletter for two weeks. | Disclaimer: The information in this newsletter is meant to provide assistance in locating off-campus housing. Inclusion of any property, rental unit, or other housing options in this newsletter does not constitute, and shall not be construed or reported as an endorsement or approval by Portland Community College of the housing option, landlord, its properties, or its business practices. Portland Community College expressly disclaims any and all responsibility for any problems that may arise with regard to such housing options, property, or rental units or with regard to disputes between landlords and tenants concerning such property or rental units. All prospective tenants are encouraged to exercise their own good judgment when evaluating housing options, a prospective rental unit, or a landlord. | |
