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Dear International Students and Scholars! I'm thrilled to welcome all our international huskies back to campus this spring! Last week, CISS staff participated in seven different orientation programs welcoming new international huskies from all over the world to UConn. ISSS supports students at all of our UConn campuses<https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fisss.uconn.edu%2Fadvising-services%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cinternational-l%40listserv.uconn.edu%7Cd0f1efa0b2b242ed10eb08dc1835faf9%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638411867312894773%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=YbTYVLUMnP7EG%2FEL9EJ2PkFNB4AbKcnH4sxvR6Qmn6A%3D&reserved=0> and we are here for you during your time at UConn. We have full-time ISSS staff to help you in Storrs, Stamford and Hartford campuses and part-time staff to help you at the School of Law. Students at the Waterbury and Avery Point campuses have dedicated ISSS advisors<https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fisss.uconn.edu%2Fisss-advisors%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cinternational-l%40listserv.uconn.edu%7Cd0f1efa0b2b242ed10eb08dc1835faf9%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638411867313051091%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=tKjh6aW9qW%2FwMXcwVHKa%2BdkYUxJtjAn6dTwOgRvjUK0%3D&reserved=0> and should check their emails for updates from ISSS and to meet with staff when we come to your campus. Students in Storrs can visit us at the Center for International Students and Scholars (CISS)<https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fisss.uconn.edu%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F76%2F2023%2F02%2FCISS-Building-scaled.jpg&data=05%7C02%7Cinternational-l%40listserv.uconn.edu%7Cd0f1efa0b2b242ed10eb08dc1835faf9%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638411867313051091%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=bQIwx3f%2Faj0iZBAAEwDHO8GI9WqCeCt4LDOy82X6lh4%3D&reserved=0> located at 2019 Hillside Rd. Please see some important reminders for new and continuing international students at UConn. Reminders for All Students Full-Time Enrollment - As a reminder all international students must be enrolled full-time and in predominantly in-person classes. Only 3 credits of online coursework can count towards your full-time enrollment requirement. Please review the full-time enrollment requirements<https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fisss.uconn.edu%2Fstudy-requirements%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cinternational-l%40listserv.uconn.edu%7Cd0f1efa0b2b242ed10eb08dc1835faf9%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638411867313051091%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=C7R8ahQcXKjhi2Q8mFhoKQN788k7Yxm6GhPTLHmsyDs%3D&reserved=0> here and contact your academic advisor if you have questions about your enrollment. New Drop-In Advising Schedule - Please see the announcement from Monday with the new Drop-In Advising schedule for Spring 2024<https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsoapbox.uconn.edu%2Fpublic%2FstoryView.php%3Fid%3D205986%26cid%3D53%26iid%3D24192&data=05%7C02%7Cinternational-l%40listserv.uconn.edu%7Cd0f1efa0b2b242ed10eb08dc1835faf9%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638411867313051091%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=c5ccRLXSS1YMqfGw7gjkM2SxhgVb1ymwz09vKodETec%3D&reserved=0>. Starting this spring students should use this schedule to meet with their assigned ISSS advisor during their advisor's specific drop-in hours or schedule an appointment with their advisor. Reminders for New Students If this is your first semester at UConn or you received an updated form I-20 or DS-2019 with a January 2024 start date you must complete the "Immigration Check-in" with ISSS by submitting your arrival documents and completing all steps in the Arrival Checklist<https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fisss.uconn.edu%2Farrival-checklist%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cinternational-l%40listserv.uconn.edu%7Cd0f1efa0b2b242ed10eb08dc1835faf9%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638411867313051091%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=QSkYMlCJg4NgRd8s6VT5b9my1MZ3uPHv%2F%2BI14sOYWqA%3D&reserved=0>. THANK YOU to all the new students who already completed their immigration check in, you do not need to do this again. If you are working on campus in an on-campus job or as a graduate assistant, don't forget to submit the Foreign National Information Form<https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fpayroll.uconn.edu%2Fforms%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cinternational-l%40listserv.uconn.edu%7Cd0f1efa0b2b242ed10eb08dc1835faf9%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638411867313051091%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=ScxtmdFczOcUMsY2cZnGctCSC81rjbmgM7x7eSl6yrE%3D&reserved=0> to the payroll office and to work with ISSS to apply for a social security number (SSN)<https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fisss.uconn.edu%2Fsocial-security-itin-2%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cinternational-l%40listserv.uconn.edu%7Cd0f1efa0b2b242ed10eb08dc1835faf9%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638411867313051091%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Sp1pnPZg6qnkHr4Izqth91%2FOqytOlhIbyNaKPuZXU%2FA%3D&reserved=0>. Apply for your Social Security Number with ISSS on January 24, 2024 from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Sign up by Monday is required<https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ficworkshops.uconn.edu%2Findex.php%3Fadmin%26updatecourse%26course%3D207&data=05%7C02%7Cinternational-l%40listserv.uconn.edu%7Cd0f1efa0b2b242ed10eb08dc1835faf9%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638411867313051091%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=FJUpHF8wR3%2FnRbtQFfeDgz5ASJDj7lJmNNUe5QgS%2BV4%3D&reserved=0> Please log in to MyHealth.uconn.edu<https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmyhealth.uconn.edu%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cinternational-l%40listserv.uconn.edu%7Cd0f1efa0b2b242ed10eb08dc1835faf9%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638411867313051091%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=K6bAQfb%2Bvz%2F1sGWaGJ7olbg2gN3yMIhhFEUtGLpglK8%3D&reserved=0> and check your compliance with university immunization requirements. If you are not 100% compliant please follow up with Student Health and Wellness (SHAW) ensure you are compliant before enrollment begins for spring term. Storrs campus students can contact SHAW in person by visiting theSHAW at the Infirmary in the Hilda May Williams Bldg<https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmaps.uconn.edu%2Fm%2Finfo%2FWSH&data=05%7C02%7Cinternational-l%40listserv.uconn.edu%7Cd0f1efa0b2b242ed10eb08dc1835faf9%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638411867313051091%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=K4w4zqCcLjegZiG%2BxXDNgl%2FOSau1shSybbZpZ%2FMLbaU%3D&reserved=0> or by calling 860-486-4700 to schedule an appointment. Regional campus students will need to work with a local provider and submit documentation to SHAW online. Students at the School of Law should follow guidance and procedures as instructed by the registrar at the School of Law. Reminders for Continuing Students Are you graduating in Spring 2024? If you will be graduating in spring 2024 and you do not require a full course load to complete your degree, you can request to take a reduced course load for last semester<https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fisss.uconn.edu%2Fstudy-requirements%2F%23rcl&data=05%7C02%7Cinternational-l%40listserv.uconn.edu%7Cd0f1efa0b2b242ed10eb08dc1835faf9%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638411867313051091%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=zVZ3cm5b1Z57i21ikAWB5A%2FTunqwZynFeAGu2NqvR4c%3D&reserved=0> from ISSS. If spring 2024 will be your last semester and you only need to enroll in one course, it must be an in-person course and must be offered at UConn. If you will graduate in Spring 2024 and you are interested to stay in the U.S. and work in your major field you should attend an OPT workshop<https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fevents.uconn.edu%2Fall%2Fsearch%2FOptional%2520Practical%2520Training&data=05%7C02%7Cinternational-l%40listserv.uconn.edu%7Cd0f1efa0b2b242ed10eb08dc1835faf9%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638411867313051091%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=WGEHiRMPZ6qUlnTfjmtZr%2BQ%2FbUNUwi%2F94jzfVNyZVZM%3D&reserved=0> and plan to apply for OPT with ISSS in February or March. Review the Optional Practical Training (OPT)<https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fisss.uconn.edu%2Femployment%2Fcurrent-students-opt%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cinternational-l%40listserv.uconn.edu%7Cd0f1efa0b2b242ed10eb08dc1835faf9%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638411867313051091%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=dR6pLsRPHqXuauosnriZda4VfittjoLLILRTMBmDqBs%3D&reserved=0> information and application procedures on our website. Upcoming Events That We Recommend Storrs Campus "Winter Clothing Pickup" TODAY @ CISS 2019 Hillside Rd. 9:00 AM-5:00 PM. Make sure you are prepared for the cold weather! CISS received a small donation of used winter clothing specifically for international students who may need additional winter clothing. Come to CISS in person and ask the front desk to see the winter clothing. U.S. Internships: The Process, Search and Authorization<https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcareer.uconn.edu%2Fevents%2F2024%2F01%2F30%2Fu-s-internships-the-process-search-authorization%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cinternational-l%40listserv.uconn.edu%7Cd0f1efa0b2b242ed10eb08dc1835faf9%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638411867313207276%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=4jGf3J7WxF%2F1sOaiKXxezH5Rp%2F%2FlLcPp%2B%2BsKO0mu%2Fis%3D&reserved=0> Tuesday, January 30 1:00-2:00 PM online. Internship & Co-Op Fair<https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcareer.uconn.edu%2Fevents%2F2024%2F02%2F06%2Fuconn-internship-co-op-fair-2024%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cinternational-l%40listserv.uconn.edu%7Cd0f1efa0b2b242ed10eb08dc1835faf9%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638411867313207276%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=c55PdVtnVQBSMlHPKXu%2BeOOB8xUAU6Nasd6pXgNly0w%3D&reserved=0> Tuesday, February 6 11:00-3:00 PM Student Union, 3rd Floor The UConn Internship & Co-op fair allows you to connect with employers from dozens of industries who are specifically interested in hiring UConn students for internship and co-op opportunities. This event takes place in February each year. Involvement Fair<https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fstudentactivities.uconn.edu%2Finvolvement-fair%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cinternational-l%40listserv.uconn.edu%7Cd0f1efa0b2b242ed10eb08dc1835faf9%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638411867313207276%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=daehXN8Wm349hkR3FJtbzPr7eLc64%2Bpcjy7nK7FQsOM%3D&reserved=0> Wednesday, February 7 - 1:00-6:00 PM at Gampel Pavilion Find new ways to connect, make friends and get involved at UConn - see over 400 different student clubs and organizations. Stamford Campus Spring Involvement Fair<https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fuconntact.uconn.edu%2Fevent%2F9686775&data=05%7C02%7Cinternational-l%40listserv.uconn.edu%7Cd0f1efa0b2b242ed10eb08dc1835faf9%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638411867313207276%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=OALOJJYAeXYuT04cFH%2FiwoY4y%2BVYaxCEomRby%2FT2GJQ%3D&reserved=0> TODAY - Thursday, January 18 - 12:00-1:30 Rich Concourse Waterbury Campus Winter Welcome: Cookie Decorating<https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fevents.uconn.edu%2Fevent%2F60003-winter-welcome-cookie-decorating&data=05%7C02%7Cinternational-l%40listserv.uconn.edu%7Cd0f1efa0b2b242ed10eb08dc1835faf9%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638411867313207276%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=XeOWjls4%2F2JdFXmh3kmCLuxTdEuyS%2FtLJ5wKBiIje%2B0%3D&reserved=0> TODAY - Thursday, January 18 1:00-3:00 Waterbury Lobby Hartford Campus Student Involvement<https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fstudentactivities.hartford.uconn.edu%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cinternational-l%40listserv.uconn.edu%7Cd0f1efa0b2b242ed10eb08dc1835faf9%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638411867313207276%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=eLC2BM3IcM8hOckVQ%2Bm2f5VFp%2B2d8ew89rziK%2BldZHE%3D&reserved=0> @ Hartford Avery Point Campus Student Involvement<https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Faverypoint.uconn.edu%2Funiversity-life%2Fstudent-involvement%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cinternational-l%40listserv.uconn.edu%7Cd0f1efa0b2b242ed10eb08dc1835faf9%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638411867313207276%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Rupoa%2BLkeVsUHtuslHced%2FMazg17XfNBjN1Rr%2FxhQG0%3D&reserved=0> @ Avery Point Wishing you the best for a terrific spring term. Stay warm! 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