March 8, 2010
Table of Contents
Immigration Matters: Traveling for Spring Break?, F-1 Students Applying for Optional Practical Training
Programs and Services: International Spouses/Partners
Group, Orientation Leaders Wanted, International Scholar Speaker Series, Dining
for Success, NYU Civic Camp, Graduate and Professional Skills Series (GPSS): Self-Promotion
and the U.S. Job Market, Apollo Theater Amateur Night, International Student
Leadership Award, Boot Camp-Skills to Change the World
Traveling for Spring Break?
Check your passport, F-1 or J-1 visa, and I-20 or DS-2019 form to make
sure all documents are in order for you to travel and return to the U.S. View the required travel workshop at www.nyu.edu/oiss/legal/workshops.html.
If you need a travel signature, make sure you have completed the online
workshop, then bring your documents to the OISS
walk-in hours. If you
are traveling to a third country [not your home country] check to see if you
need an entry visa to that country by contacting its consulate.
F-1 Students Applying for Optional Practical Training
The OPT application period has already
started. If you wish to obtain OPT, you
are advised to apply as soon as possible.
The government routinely takes 90 days to process such applications, and
after April, there may be further delays.
The first step to apply for OPT is to view the applicable employment workshop
at www.nyu.edu/oiss/legal/workshops.html. Workshop
attendance is mandatory in order to apply for OPT. If you have questions, write
them down and come to the OISS during walk-in hours for information and to submit
your application.
PROGRAMS AND SERVICES
International Spouses/Partners Group (ISG)
Upcoming Meetings: Monday, March 8, 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.; Monday, March
22, 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.; Tuesday, March 30, 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
ISG provides an opportunity for international
spouses/partners to meet informally and to share common interests and concerns.
Children are welcome but must be supervised. Interested spouses and partners
should register for the group upon arrival. Membership is free and you can download
an application at www.nyu.edu/oiss/programs/spouses.html or pick one up at the OISS. For further information
contact
Orientation Leaders Wanted
Application Deadline: Friday, March 19
Volunteer to be an Orientation Leader for Fall 2010 International Student Orientation. You will develop skills in leadership and
public speaking and meet students from over 100 countries! Applications
available at www.nyu.edu/oiss/documents/Leader%20Application%202010.pdf or the OISS.
International Scholar Speaker Series:
Dr. Loran Chollete
Wednesday,
March 24, 12:30 p.m.—2:00 p.m.
FREE; Abbe-Bogen
Faculty Lounge, 11th Floor,
Dr. Loran Chollete,
a visiting scholar at the Department of Finance in the Stern School of
Business, discusses extreme events in nature and their relevance to financial
markets as part of the International Scholar Speakers Series. Lunch is also
provided. Sign-up deadline is Monday, March 22. To sign-up, email Mazaher
Tejani at mat425@nyu.edu.
Dining for Success
Wednesday, March 24, 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
$10; Advance sign-up at
Don’t let your dining etiquette stand in the way of your
internship or job search! Join this meal-time
mock interview. Open to juniors, seniors and graduate students. Spaces are
limited and fill quickly! Reservations cancelled after March 16 will not be
refunded. Sponsored by
the
NYU Civic
Camp – Maximize Your Impact: Turning Ideas Into Action
Friday, March 26, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Palladium Residence Hall, Multipurpose Room,
For more information: Selima Jumarali
at selima@nyu.edu or call
212-998-4998
Civic Camp is intended to prepare students to be
social advocates in their communities. Featuring workshops and panel discussions
on topics such as social responsibility, community and government engagement,
and arts and activism, Civic Camp also provides networking opportunities with
different organizations from various sectors. Co-sponsored by the Center for Multicultural Education and Programs, the
Center for Student Activities, Leadership and Service, the
International Students and Scholars.
GPSS:
Self-Promotion and the
Monday, March 29, 12:30 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.
The
FREE; Advance Sign-up through NYU CareerNet
Business
communication coach Nancy Ancowitz shares tips from
her new book, Self-Promotion for Introverts.
The first 40 people to arrive for the session receive a copy of the author’s
book. Co-sponsored by the Office for
International Students and Scholars, Steinhardt Counseling and Student
Services, the
Apollo Theater Amateur Night
Wednesday, March
31, 6:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
$10; Advance
sign-up required at the OISS
Apollo Theater,
located in
2010 OISS International Student Leadership Award
Nomination Deadline: Friday, April 9
The OISS invites any NYU student, staff, or
faculty person to nominate a notable international student
for the annual International Student Leadership Award. This award
recognizes the contributions international student leaders have made to the
university and specifically, the international student community. Eligible
nominees for the International Leadership Award are international students in
F, J, or any other nonimmigrant status who meet certain criteria. Visit www.nyu.edu/oiss/programs/commencementbfast.html for more information.
Boot Camp: Skills to Change the World
Friday,
April 9
The
FREE; Application
Deadline: Thursday, March 4; Apply through NYU CareerNet
This one-day conference, sponsored by
Morgan Stanley, is designed to debunk myths and explore the realities of
working in the non-profit world. Enjoy free breakfast and lunch. For more
information, visit: www.nyu.edu/careerdevelopment/students/events/bootcamp.php.
Tel. 1.212.998.4720
Fax. 1.212.995.4115
E-mail: intl.students.scholars@nyu.edu
Web site: www.nyu.edu/oiss
Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00
p.m.
Academic Year Walk-In
Hours: Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
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