ISSS Insider
Here's your bi-weekly update from IPC's International Students and Scholars Services (ISSS) office with the latest immigration information, upcoming events, and campus involvement opportunities!
IMMIGRATION STATION

October 28-November 19 - Spring and Summer registration window for continuing students
Nov. 27-29 - Thanksgiving Break (no class, university closed)
Dec. 6-12 - Final exams
Want to avoid Spring 2020 registration delays?
Request to have your IPC hold lifted now!
As a reminder, all F-1 students have a registration hold to protect them from falling out of status. You can request to have your hold lifted now and your hold will be lifted by the time registration begins on October 28. It is mandatory to complete this request. If you have any questions, email us at isssga@uncg.edu.
FREE Immigration Webinar: Options after Graduation/OPT
Immigration attorney, Art Serratelli, has generously offered to host a FREE webinar for F-1 visa holders on "Immigration Options after OPT." Please let us know what time(s) work best for you to attend the webinar on Wednesday November 6. We will host the webinar at the time when most people can attend. Once a time is decided, you will receive a link to the webinar via a Google Calendar invite.

The webinar will be recorded and made available upon request. Please click the button below to submit your questions and let us know what time works for you! If you have any questions, please contact Stephanie Guzman at ipcproco@uncg.edu.
Graduating in December? Apply for OPT now!
Optional Practical Training (OPT) is a benefit of the F-1 visa that allows you to work after graduation. We encourage you to apply as early as possible!

We offer OPT advising sessions every Wednesday from 1:30-2:30 pm, Thursday from 9:30-10:30 am, and Friday from 2:00-3:00 pm (new!). Email isssga@uncg.edu to find a time to meet with an advisor.

Myths and Facts

Myth: I have to wait for a job offer to apply for OPT.
Fact: You do not need a job offer just to apply for OPT! You should apply for soon as possible so you can be eligible to work within two months after graduation.

Myth: I need to ask my employer for sponsorship in OPT.
Fact: You do not need sponsorship if you are working in OPT!

Learn more frequently asked questions by watching our webinar and viewing the presentation below!
Academic Success Workshops for Fall 2019

The Academic Achievement Center is offering FREE workshops to help hone your study skills and prepare for national exams like the LSAT, MCAT, and GRE.
ISSS Walk In Hours - Fall 2019
Walk-in hours are the perfect time to 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
Friday - by appointment only (contact isssga@uncg.edu)
GET INVOLVED
ENJOY GARDENING? WANT TO MEET OTHER STUDENTS?

We meet on Wednesdays from 5:00-6:30 at the garden. On rainy days we will meet in Graham with room to be announced.
Learn more about the Garden Club here .
 
Please Contact: Susan Andreatta (s_andrea@uncg.edu) if you have any questions about the garden. All waivers and application forms can be sent to Susan Andreatta 433 Graham Building.
Upcoming Events
Check out SpartanConnect for a full list of campus events and organizations. If you want to announce an event (on or off campus), email ipcproco@uncg.edu.
OCTOBER 2019
October 17-27- NC State Fair in Raleigh
October 18- Homecoming Bonfire (Food Trucks and DJ), Kaplan Commons Lawn UNCG
October 18 (TODAY) - Friday Fest (Turkey) , Tillman-Smart Room in Shaw Residence Hall
October 19 (TOMORROW) - Wonder Woman College Run Series
October 25 - Friday Fest (Germany), Tillman-Smart Room in Shaw Residence Hall; and Islam around the World
October 26 - Community Fall Festival with live band, dinner, and games. Meet other students! email Jenny Lindsey at   jmoe0774@yahoo.com   if you want more information or need a ride.
NOVEMBER 2019

November 8 - Friday Fest (South Africa) , Tillman-Smart Room in Shaw Residence Hall
November 11- Moonlight canoeing
November 18-22 - International Education Week ( sign up to feature your group's event!)
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