The Weekly Wrap by Dashew - March 19, 2025

File Your Taxes with Sprintax

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It’s important to be aware that, as a nonresident student in the US, you’re legally required to file a tax return if you received US income during 2024. Learn more about taxes here. The Dashew Center has partnered with Sprintax Returns to help you & guide you through the tax preparation process, arrange the necessary documents and check if you’re due a tax refund. Use the code 24UCLA800F and get your discount!

Spring Language Exchange Applications

Due Monday, April 7th, 2025

Apply Today



Are you working on learning a new language? Do you want to take what you're learning in the classroom a step further? The Language Exchange program connects language learners together to improve their conversation skills and meet people from around the world. Language Exchange is open to members of the UCLA community and all language levels!

Envelope Art & Writing Magazine 2025

Submissions Are Open!



Envelope is an Art & Writing Magazine featuring creative work from UCLA's International Student, Scholar, and Staff community. The theme for the 2025 volume is: Connecting Across Cultures. Who is eligible to participate? Anyone who identifies with the UCLA International community (students, staff, faculty, scholars) both at UCLA and UCLA Extension, is welcome to submit work for consideration. Each person can submit up to 2 entries. (Submissions are due 5/23/25)

Spring English Language Circle

Wednesdays, from 12-1pm (PT)



Are you looking for a safe and supportive space to practice your English conversation skills? Check out Dashew Center's English Language Circle! Here you will have an opportunity to practice your English with other language learners. RSVP for specific sessions

"The World Through Our Lenses" Photo Submissions

(By International Student Ambassadors)

On-going via Submissions Form



Show us your favorite part of home by submitting your photography from around the world. Learn more and submit yours today!  "The World Through our Lenses" is a project by the International Student Ambassadors at the UCLA Dashew Center.

Weekly CPT & OPT Webinars - Wednesdays via Zoom

Interested to know more about off-campus employment as an international (F-1) student? 

 We are hosting live sessions to prepare F-1 students to understand the process of applying for off-campus work authorizations known as Curricular Practical Training (CPT) and Optional Practical Training (OPT). See upcoming webinars here

Grab n' Go Food by

UCLA Bruin Resource Center

Thu. 3/20 • 12PM - 2PM PST

Bruin Resource Center

Come fuel yourself up with some food as we embark on

Finals week! Learn more here.

Public Affairs Major Application Information Session #2

Thu. 3/20 • 4PM - 5PM PST

Zoom

Join us at the Public Affairs Major Application Information Session to learn about the major application eligibility criteria and application process! The major application information sessions are open to students who are applying to the Public Affairs major this Winter 2025. Learn more here.

Library Perks & Pastries with

Students with Dependents Program

Mon. 3/24 • 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM PST

Young Research Library - West Electronic Classroom

All Students with Dependents are welcome to come learn about library resources and enjoy light refreshments! Learn about library resources available & provide feedback for how the library can best support students with dependents.

Learn more and RSVP here.

The Classroom: Career Panel (Reflections from Class of 2024) by UCLA Alumni Association

Tues. 3/26 • 6PM - 7PM PST

Zoom

Get ready to take the next big step—graduation is just around the corner! The UCLA Alumni Association is here to cheer you on and support you as you launch your exciting career journey. The Classroom is here to offer a career-enhancing, twelve-week course where you'll join a community of Bruins who are eager to support your journey. Learn more here.

UCLA Health Education and Resources Team is hiring!

Apply by Fri. 3/28 5 PM PST

Join the UCLA HEART team as a Peer Health Educator, and grow your public health digital marketing and communications skills! Apply here & learn more here.

Note: This role is open to UCLA undergraduates, graduate,

and professional students.

Recommended Resources

Location: 106 Bradley International Hall

417 Charles E. Young Drive West, Los Angeles, CA 90095

Phone: +1-310-825-1681 (voicemail only)

 www.internationalcenter.ucla.edu

General Inquiries: oissassi@saonet.ucla.edu

Current F-1 Students: dcissf1unit@saonet.ucla.edu

Newly Admitted F-1 Students: uclai20@saonet.ucla.edu

Exchange Visitor (J-1) Visa: dcissj1unit@saonet.ucla.edu

Programming: intlprograms@saonet.ucla.edu 

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