UCIE Staff Spotlight: Chuang Frank Li
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My name is Chuang Li and you can also call me by my nick name Frank. I am the International Check-In Coordinator at the UCIE office. I’m also a student of WSU just like many of you guys. I come from China and it is my third year here at Dayton Ohio. This summer, I have joined in UCIE family and I’m so happy that I can work here with a group of excellent colleagues.
I major in Computer Science and I like playing sports and video games. Also, I work out a lot so you will probably see me often at the Union gym.
As an international student, I faced to a lot of difficulties and troubles when I just got here two years ago, language, food, climate, cultural difference. Everything was just so different. So, I went to the UCIE office almost every day and asked for help. Now, whenever there are new international students come to the office and ask questions or call for help, I see two years ago myself, I can feel their anxiety. So, come to the office to see us whenever you have any difficulties or troubles, we are here just for you.
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Been to a baseball game? The Great American Ball Park is home to the Cincinnati Reds, baseball's first professional franchise. This is what Nnedi has to say
"We went to a Reds-Phillies game and although the Reds lost we had a great time. There are so many food and beverage options, great energy and support and an amazing view from any seat."
Do you want to be featured in our weekly newsletter? Send us pictures of fun places you have visited like restaurants, arcades, sights, museums, different cities and states etc and we will include them in our future newsletters.
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Featured Campus Resource of the Week
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Personal Care and Student Parent/Caregiver Pantry
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If you are in need of personal care items or a student parent/caregiver in need of assistance please
contact Wright State University Women's Center in 148 Millet Hall
Email Cindy Vanzant
(937) 775-4524.
Fall 2019 Hours:
Monday - Friday
08:30 am - 05:00 pm
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Immigration Hours
Please note that there will be no immigration walk-in hours this week
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If you have any question or emergency, email [email protected] or stop by our office on Thursday and Friday this week.
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OPT Application Submission for Fall 2019 Graduates
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If you are an international student graduating in the Fall 2019 semester, you may start applying for OPT on Monday, September 16.
Choose an OPT start date between December 14
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and February 11
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, 2020.
PLEASE NOTE: If you have any reservations regarding graduation for FALL 2019 semester, please do not apply for OPT until after semester end grades have been posted.
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Working Off Campus without CPT Authorization is ILLEGAL
F-1 visa regulations 8 CFR 214.2(f)(9) allow international students to ONLY work on campus. Off campus work is limited to internships/co-ops after 2 full time semesters after UCIE APPROVAL ONLY. Working off campus in any other capacity is illegal and if caught could lead to SEVIS Termination and possibly deportation.
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ONLINE Class Restrictions
International students are restricted to 1 online class towards full time enrollment. Therefore Graduate students must enroll in at least 1 face-to-face class and undergrad students must have 9 hours per semester face-to-face
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Updating Address, Phone Numbers and Valid Passport
Have you moved or changed your phone number? Make sure to update your address and phone number on Wings Express.
When was the last time you checked the expiration date on your passport?
As a general rule, passports should have at least six months of validity when traveling internationally.
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Join great conversations with international and American friends. This is a great space for international students to practice their conversational English and a great space for Americans to learn amazing international perspectives from their international peers. Fun topics featured every session!! (Please note that Conversation Club starts September 16 at the UCIE.
When? Mondays: 3 - 4pm Thursdays:12 - 1pm
Where?
E190 Student Union
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International Coffee Hour
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The Wright State University Police Department is offering ALICE (Alert, Lockdown, Inform, Counter, Evacuate) classes to the all faculty, staff, and students free of charge! ALICE classes will help people prepare for and plan in order to proactively handle an active shooter event or an aggressive individual.
Location: 134 Health Sciences Building
Date: October 2, 2019. 6 - 8 pm
For more information, contact
Sgt. Stephen Powers, MPA
Community Resource Unit Coordinator
Wright State University Police Department
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The first-annual Festival of Flight is a celebration of the innovative and world-changing aviation heritage of Dayton and the Miami Valley region
Date: Saturday, October 05, 2019
Time: 10:00 am - 08:00 pm
Location: Wright State University Nutter Center
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Career Talks - Internships with the Raj Soin College of Business
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Learn specific information about Internships and other Experiential Learning opportunities and requirements for Business Majors. If you are interested in learning more about this college, you're encouraged and welcome to attend!
Monday, October 7th, 2019
11:15 - 12:00
100 Rike Hall.
Limited Spots
For more information, Contact:
Lisa Duke
Assistant Director
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International Women's Gathering
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Registration is Now Open!
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Join IFI & UCIE for our annual day trip to Hocking Hills for some hiking and to see the lovely fall colors of Ohio!
Date: Oct. 19, 2019
Time: 08:00 am - 08:00pm
Cost: $15
Limited Slots
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Student Union Trick or Treat
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Guide to Ethnic Dining, Markets, and Food Trucks in Dayton
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It's Finally here!
Your guide to the rich cultural traditions we have here in Dayton. Explore different cuisines from all over the world and enjoy your ethnic food locally in Dayton.
Visit:
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