Student email: edupuganti.7@wright.edu
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Hello, Raiders!
My name is Sowmya Edupuganti, I am an international student from India studying my Master's in Biomedical Engineering. I came to Wright State in Fall 2019. I am the kind of person who loves to travel, meet new people, and try different cuisines.
I like Wright State mainly because of the opportunities & course curriculum. As an international student, I had faced few challenges at the beginning such as the language barrier, a new way of the education system, but Wright State helped me overcome them and I am looking forward to making more memories at Wright State University.
Stay Safe & Be happy!
our next Student Spotlight!
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Campus restrictions lifted for fully vaccinated students and employees at Wright State University!
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WSU to reduce the cost of on-campus housing by one-third
In an effort to support students living on campus post-pandemic, Wright State University is slashing the price of residential housing on the Dayton Campus by as much as one-third beginning Fall Semester.
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UCIE Cricket Event
UCIE live streaming of Cricket World Test Championship happened on campus last weekend.
It was great to see international students coming to watch the final game of India VS New Zealand in-person at Med-Science Building.
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Mental Health & Covid-19
Watch the presentation from the Counseling and Wellness Services Office at Wright State University to learn about ways you can cope with grief caused by Covid-19.
Location: 053 Student Union
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–
5 p.m., 937-775-3407
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Survey finds optimism on return of international students
American higher education institutions are increasingly confident that international enrolment and study abroad are poised to begin to recover in phases from the pandemic, according to the latest and fourth COVID-19 Snapshot Survey released on Thursday by the Institute of International Education.
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Have you updated your phone number? |
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We noticed that many of our international students do NOT have a phone number on their records. It is important that we have a way to reach out to you in case of an emergency or if we need to contact you for other reasons.
***All international students must update their contact info & address to abide by immigration rules in order to maintain a legal status. ***
How to update your personal contact info?
- Log in to wings.wright.edu with your Campus 'w' username and password
- Click on the 'WINGS Express' icon in the top righthand corner
- Select the 'Personal Information' tab
- Click on 'Update Addresses and Phones'
- Enter your up-to-date phone number, and click 'Submit'
- While there, check that your current home address is correct
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Be aware of Phishing and Fake Job Offer Scams that you may receive in your email. CaTS has noticed a recent increase in the number of phishing attempts, specifically fake job offer scams and gift card exchanges, targeting Wright State faculty, staff, and students.
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The Student and Exchange Visitor Program has been made aware of a Spoofing Scam involving individuals using SEVP Response Center phone number (703-603-3400) or a Homeland Security Investigations office phone number (757-441-6533) to target nonimmigrant students.
Fraudulent callers are claiming to be SEVP representatives and asking students to provide their immigration information, such as their Alien Registration Number or Form I-94, “Arrival/Departure Record,” information, or face deportation.
Please report the incident to the HSI tip line or at askucie@wright.edu.
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Important Summer Dates (B term only) |
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June 28 - Late registration fee
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July 2 - Last day to drop course without a grade
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July 16 - Last day to drop course with a W grade
Click here to view full academic calendar.
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Request Travel Signature
Are you traveling and need to get your I-20 signed? You must request it in advance by clicking the link below.
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Immigration Q & A
Got questions for our Immigration team? Join us live on WebEx:
Tuesdays & Thursdays at 3-4pm.
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Let us know what online event are you excited to attend with UCIE this summer!
We had Trivia Night, Cooking Show, Coffee Hour, Movie Night and many other events in the past. Now we are ready to hear what would you like to attend again or what new events you wish we created!
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Spring OPT application process is now open. You can access and complete all required documents for the OPT application.
If you are an international student graduating in the Summer 2021 semester, you will put 07/29 as your graduation date.
You may start applying for OPT after 04/30, 2021. The latest date your application can be received by USCIS will be 09/27/2021.
Choose an OPT start date between 07/30/2021 and 09/27/2021.
PLEASE NOTE: If you have any reservations regarding graduation for Spring 2021 semester, please do not apply for OPT until after semester end grades have been posted.
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How can I apply for an OPT I-20 and where can I obtain it since the UCIE office is closed?
Although the campus is temporarily closed, OPT applications are still being processed daily. Please scan and email the application with department approval to fei.yu@wright.edu. After it is processed, we will mail the I-20 to you.
Maintaining status on OPT is still the same as usual
You are permitted only 90 days of unemployment between the start and end dates on your EAD card. In addition, you are required to report the following information through the SEVP Portal while on OPT within 10 days from the change:
1. When you start a new job.
2. When you change addresses.
3. Periods of unemployment.
4. 6-month validation (You can email fei.yu@wright.edu after you update your employment information and residential address through SEVP Portal)
Can I travel back to my home country during OPT period?
Please be aware that if you are unemployed for more than 90 days, you will lose your OPT status. Also, during this uncertain time, we do not suggest international travel as there is no guarantee of open borders.
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COVID-19 Vaccine Availability at WSU |
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Wright State University students may receive their COVID-19 vaccinations for FREE through Wright State Physicians.
call 937-245-7200 to schedule your vaccination appointment or click below:
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Summer is here and some of you may get to travel internationally! Remember to stay safe and stay smart to protect yourself and others during the pandemic! |
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Academic Program Spotlight at WSU |
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Master of Education and Licensure in Middle Childhood Education
WSU's middle childhood education program prepares you to teach grades 4-9. You can choose two content areas: math, language arts, social studies, or science.
Your graduate level courses will focus on pedagogy, the art of teaching. You will take content methods courses as well as courses related to assessment, differentiation, and reading across the curriculum.
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Master of Science in Electrical Engineering
This Electrical Engineering program is highly respected within the industry, and we have placed hundreds of graduates with major international corporations and research institutions.
Students have the opportunity to conduct research in many areas, including robotics, VLSI circuit design, power electronics, microwave theory, control theory, sensor data fusion, and digital signal and image processing.
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Self-Care and Food Pantries |
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Women's Center provides personal care items such as toothpaste, body wash, deodorant, tampons, etc. They also have various items for student-parents and caregivers such as diapers, formula, wipes, and more.
The pantry is open from 8:30 a.m. until 5 p.m. Monday-Friday.
For any questions, feel free to contact Cindy Vanzant, assistant director of the Women’s Center, at 937-775-4524 or at cindy.vanzant@wright.edu
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The Wright State University Raider Food Pantry works to end food insecurity in the lives of Wright Students by providing them with access to food so they may focus on their academic endeavors.
The Raider Food Pantry is located in 055 Student Union and is open during the following times:
- Tuesday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Wednesday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Thursday 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
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More Events at Wright State |
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Want to Join the Take Flight Leadership Retreat? |
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This program helps to give student leaders and organizations some leadership development, form connections with others, and help to get them best prepared for the upcoming school year. The event will be held in person on WSU's campus.
The program is set to take place from August 6-8, 2021.
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First Weekend is designed to acclimate first-year and transfer students, both residential and commuter, to campus. Throughout the weekend, the goal is to instill a feeling of belonging and community by building relationships with other students, staff, and faculty. Packed full of events and information sessions, First Weekend is an experience like no other.
This is a 3-day event from Friday, August 20 to Sunday, August 22, 2021
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Join Wright State Recreation Events to explore a new local park, go on a hike, etc!
Meet new friends, get outside, enjoy the fresh air and move your legs!
Make sure you bring water, a snack, and dress for the weather.
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Biking:
July 16 at 2:00 PM
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Rock Climbing:
June 29 at 3:30 - 7:00 PM
June 30 at 3:30 - 7:00 PM
July 6 at 3:30 - 7:00 PM
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Running:
June 29 at 5:30 PM
July 6 at 5:30 PM
July 13 at 5:30 PM
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Updated Summer Group Fitness Classes |
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Check out the new classes, HIIT and Pilates. These classes are FREE. If you are fully vaccinated, you no longer are required to wear a mask. |
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Learn to Lift is a 2-part series that meets twice a week for only 1 week.
Learn how to navigate a gym, how to create a workout routine suitable for your needs, how to become stronger, and so much more from an experienced
personal trainer!
- Attend both Monday and Wednesday from 12:15-1 PM for one week only OR
- Attend both Tuesday and Thursday from 5:15-6 PM for one week only
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Women on Weights is a lifting program designed for women. It provides a safe and positive learning environment that welcomes all fitness levels and ages.
An experienced, knowledgeable personal trainer will teach you safe and effective weightlifting form while also providing motivation and guidance.
- Tues/Thurs: 12:15-1 pm
- Wed: 5:15-6 pm
Come one day or both days each week if you can! :) Every day is a new workout!
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High Intensity Interval Training |
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High Intensity Interval Training has been added to the in-person
group fitness schedule!
Our wonderful instructor, Allyson, will be teaching High Intensity Interval Training every Tuesday and Thursday starting from June 10th at 3:30 PM in studio C.
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Dayton's cat café opened January 2nd, 2018. Gem City Catfé is a comfortable coffee house in Dayton, OH, home to adoptable rescue cats, with a
community focus.
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Great Escape Game: Dayton's #1 Escape Room!
Each Game is a real-life escape room adventure for a small group. Work together as a team to escape the room before time runs out. Escape games are perfect for groups of friends, family, or coworkers. Solving puzzles and cracking codes, you'll have a great time - but remember, you have just one hour to escape your room!
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Arts in the Park
Arts in the Park will be held on Saturday, June 26, 2021 from 12 noon until 4 pm at Oak & Ivy Park in the historic Wright-Dunbar neighborhood.
Activities will include painting stations, stencil and rubbing stations, a selfie station, live music, food trucks, park ranger-led interpretive programs, and the opportunity to earn Junior Ranger badge.
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2nd Street Market
Five Rivers MetroParks has reopened its outdoor market, allowing the public to buy fresh, local produce, meat, dairy, spices, baked goods and more.
Outdoor-only Market open Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The Market is located at 600 E. Second St. in downtown Dayton.
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Academic Success Centers are open for limited in-person
support this summer?
Tutoring Services has Study Coaches available for in-person sessions, and the University Writing Center has Writing Coaches available for in-person
sessions as well.
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National Holidays Spotlight |
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Global Beatles Day – June 25, 2021
Music lovers worldwide come together to celebrate Global Beatles Day on June 25. The occasion pays tribute to The Beatles and the impact they had on both music history and pop culture.
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International Admissions Office Hours |
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WRIGHT STATE UNIVERSITY
E190 Student Union
3640 Colonel Glenn Hwy.
Dayton, OH 45435 USA
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