ISSS News - January 2022
Announcements
Spring 2022 Semester Update– Remote Learning Start
On December 31, 2021, the Chancellor announced that the Spring 2022 semester will start remotely and that at this time in-person classes are expected to resume on January 24, 2022. ISSS wants to assure our international students that this shift will not impact their immigration status. Our internati...
Spring 2022 Advising Hours– Remote Appointments Only Until Jan 24
With the campus beginning the spring semester remotely, ISSS will also be working remotely and only providing scheduled virtual advising appointments. ISSS plans to resume in-person advising (C4C, S355) on January 24, 2022.The resumption of in-person services date is tentative and subject to change....
ISSS Emergency Financial Grants for Spring 2022
If you are experiencing an unexpected financial emergency unrelated to COVID-19 or the December 30, 2021 Boulder County fires, ISSS encourages you to apply for an Emergency Financial Grant if you meet the eligibility requirements listed on the ISSS Financial Opportunities webpage.If your financial e...
University Closure: January 17, 2022
The University of Colorado Boulder, including ISSS, will be closed January 17, 2022 in observance of the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday. ISSS will resume normal services Tuesday, January 18, 2022.A complete list of University holidays is available on the Human Resources website.
International Scholars-at-Risk Crowdfunding Initiative
You can make an impact and help academic scholars at risk throughout the world!The crisis in Afghanistan highlights an immediate need to support threatened and displaced international scholars. In the wake of the US departure, scholars in Afghanistan are facing severe repression and economic catastr...
Scam Alert: UNICEF Work From Home Job
Be aware of an email phishing scam claiming to be soliciting applications for a UNICEF work-from-home job opportunity. It includes a letter attachment that appears to have been written by Etleva Kadilli, Director and Clinical Counselor of Supply Division of United Nations International Children's Em...
Free Martial Arts Classes Available Jan. 10-20
Join the Rec Center for free martial arts classes from Jan. 10-20, 2022! Class options and schedules are available online.
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Spring 2022: Register for Intramural Sports Leagues
Registration: Wednesday, Jan. 12, 2022 to Wednesday, Jan. 19, 2022Leagues available:BasketballBadmintonBroomballInnertube water poloIndoor soccerVolleyballIntramural Sports passes are available for $20/semester and allow you to join as many leagues or tournaments as you want!
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Register for Spring Swim Lessons at the Rec Center
Registration is now open for spring swim lessons at the Student Recreation Center!Sign up for beginner, intermediate or advanced classes with certified instructors. All classes are $45 and will be held in the Clare Pool.
Learn More and Register Online
Ask an Advocate Spring Hours—In-Person and Virtual Options
Starting in February, OVA’s Ask an Advocate will be available every Wednesday from 11 a.m. to noon this spring. Check OVA's website for information on joining sessions.Spring 2022 Dates:In-person Ask an Advocate will be available at the Center for Inclusion and Social Change (CISC),-Center for Commu...
Immigration News
Drop Advising Required Hold- Spring 2022
Immigration regulations require students in F-1 and J-1 status to be enrolled in a full-time course load each fall and spring semester in order to maintain nonimmigrant visa status. Full-time enrollment is only required in the summer if it is your first or last semester of enrollment.Drop Advising R...
Are You an International Student in F-1 Status Completing Your Academic Program Spring 2022? Here are some important reminders
Let ISSS Know!If you are graduating this semester: Email ISSS as soon as possible to let us know you intend to graduate.If you plan to defend your dissertation or thesis prior to the start of the summer term: Email ISSS as soon as possible so that ISSS can provide important information regarding you...
Enrolling in a Continuing Education Flexible Online Course
International students in F-1 and J-1 status are required to be fully enrolled in order to maintain F-1 and J-1 status. CE Online Flexible courses offered through Continuing Education (CE) may count toward a full course of study only if completed within the Continuing Education 6-month deadline (or...
Requesting A Travel Signature- Spring 2022
Do you have upcoming travel plans or need a new travel signature to return to the U.S. after spring break?Travel SignaturesA valid travel signature is required to enter the U.S. in F-1/F-2 and J-1/J-2 status.A travel signature is generally valid for re-entry to the U.S. within one year from the date...
COVID-19 Vaccination Entry Requirements & Testing
On October 25, 2021, President Biden released a presidential proclamation which eliminated COVID-19 entry restrictions for air travel based upon the departure country and replaces them with a worldwide COVID-19 vaccination requirement with limited exceptions. The Temporary Restriction on Entering th...
Events
Jan 7: ISSS Live Virtual Sessions for New 鶹Ժ in F-1 and J-1 Status
For new students in F-1 and J-1 status beginning their program at CU Boulder in Spring 2022, please see below for information about the virtual sessions that will be hosted by ISSS on Friday, January 7, 2022.ISSS Live Virtual Sessions, Friday, January 7, 20221 to 1:30 p.m. - Meet and Greet with ISSS...
Jan 18 & 27: Virtual Post-Completion Optional Practical Training (OPT) Workshops
Are you graduating or completing your graduate course work at the end of the fall 2021 semester and interested in working in your major field of study in the U.S.?Join our Post-Completion Optional Practical Training (OPT) workshop for students with F-1 visa status to learn more about OPT eligibility...
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