ISSS News - July 2022
Announcements
ISSS In-Person Services Closure July 5 through July 24, Available Remotely
The ISSS office will be closed for in-person services July 5 through July 24, 2022 for new carpet installation. During this time, ISSS will be working remotely during normal business hours and offering remote advising services. Please keep this in mind when planning for your summer advising needs.Re...
New Student? Having a Mentor Can Help!
The International Student Peer Mentor program connects current CU Boulder students with new international students to ease their transition to CU Boulder, promote meaningful interactions between current students and new international students, develop intercultural communication skills, and strength...
Office of Export Controls Update: New Process for Submitting an H1-B Visa Worksheet for Export Controls Review
The Office of Export Controls (OEC) is simplifying the way the CU Boulder community submits information to our office when they are applying for an H1-B work visa on behalf of a prospective foreign national employee. Currently, CU staff are required to submit a “Deemed Export License Worksheet” thro...
Recent U.S. Supreme Court Decision on Abortion
On Friday, June 24, 2022, the U.S. Supreme Court made an important decision regarding abortion.While there is not a federal law prohibiting abortion, the university and ISSS understand the profound effects that this decision has on our campus community, including international students and scholars....
Immigration News
Biden Administration Halts Covid-19 Test Requirement for Air Travelers to U.S.
On June 10, 2022 the Center for Disease Control (CDC) announced the recension of the Biden administration order requiring a negative COVID-19 test for air travelers coming into the United States. This requirement had been in place since early 2021. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Di...
Summer 2022 Graduates
If you will complete your degree this summer, full-time enrollment (or an authorized equivalent) that includes a physical presence on campus is necessary to maintain your F-1 status.To be considered full-time in the summer, you must enroll in the following:Undergraduate Student: Minimum of 6 credit...
Events
July 15: ISSS Summer Pool Party
Join ISSS on Friday, July 15, 2022 from 3 to 4:30 p.m. for a fun afternoon at the pool! All CU international students and scholars are invited.Who: CU Boulder International 鶹Ժ and ScholarsWhen: July 15, 2022 from 3 to 4:30 p.m.Where:CU Recreation Center Outdoor Buff Pool; 1835 Pleasant StreetC...
July 28: Virtual Post-Completion Optional Practical Training (OPT) Workshop
Join our Post-Completion Optional Practical Training (OPT) workshop for students with F-1 visa status to learn more about OPT eligibility requirements; the application timeline and process; and what to expect after OPT has been authorized. 鶹Ժ planning to graduate at the end of this semester, s...
Community Corner
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