Student Spotlight - Reza Amini
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Hello Raiders,
My name is Reza Amini. I’m studying Master of Business Administration at Raj Soin College of Business. My Bachelor’s degree was in Computer Engineering, and I decided to switch to MBA because I like to combine Data with Business.
I’m from Tehran, the capital of Iran. Tehran is a crowded city and 15 million people live there. All of my Persian friends in US say that Tehran and New York are very similar. We have four seasons in Tehran, so winter here is a bit early for me. For me, Dayton is a great place that helps you to take a distance from all the tensions and distraction you may have in a major city and this will give you a hand to have a better education.
I heard a lot about Wright State University and the people of Dayton from my sister because she graduated from here back in 2017. When I came here, it was just like what I imagined.
The thing that surprised me the most is that how easy is to reach professors and the university’s faculty. They are helpful in every aspect of my education, and this is a great motivation for me. I’m working at the department of foundation here at Wright State and I wish you the best for your upcoming final exams.
in our next Student Spotlight!
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Nearly 1,200 students to graduate at Wright State’s fall commencement
Nearly 1,200 students are expected to graduate during Wright State University’s fall commencement ceremonies in the Wright State Nutter Center on Friday, Dec. 10,
and Saturday, Dec. 11.
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Computer science grad Medha Karri applauds Wright Venture competition, urges widespread participation
Wright State University computer science graduate Medha Karri is a firm believer in the benefits of Wright Venture, the annual student entrepreneur competition hosted by the Raj Soin College of Business.
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𝗨𝗽𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗖𝗹𝗼𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲:
The UCIE and most Wright State offices will be closed starting Friday, December 24th and will reopen Tuesday, January 4th. During this time, paperwork and email may not be processed. In case of emergencies, please contact the University Police at 937-775-2111. We will look forward to hearing from you on Tuesday, January 4th. 𝘏𝘢𝘱𝘱𝘺 𝘏𝘰𝘭𝘪𝘥𝘢𝘺𝘴!
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State of Ohio Minimum Wage Update
The minimum wage for Wright State student employees will increase to $9.30 per hour effective with the payroll period beginning December 25, 2021.
Any student employee currently earning less than new minimum wage will automatically receive an increase to $9.30 per hour beginning December 25, 2021.
No action is needed from you to implement the mandated adjustment to minimum wage – Student Employment will facilitate the rate of pay adjustment for all affected positions. Questions? Email career_services@wright.edu
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New Requirements for Air Travelers to the U.S. |
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Updated Pre-departure Testing Requirements for Air Travelers to the U.S.
Starting on December 6, air travelers aged two and older, regardless of nationality or vaccination status, are required to show documentation of a negative viral test result taken within one day of the flight’s departure to the United States before boarding. You must show your negative result to the airline before you board your flight. That includes all travelers – U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, and foreign nationals.
Updated Requirements for Air Travelers to the U.S. due to COVID-19 and the Omicron Variant
On November 26, and at the advice of the President’s Chief Medical Advisor and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Administration announced it will restrict travel from Botswana, Eswatini, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, and Zimbabwe starting on November 29 due to concerns over the new Omicron variant.
CDC Order
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Order, which took effect November 8, 2021, requiring all non-immigrant, non-citizen air travelers to the United States to be fully vaccinated and to provide proof of vaccination status prior to boarding an airplane to the United States remains in effect.
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Update: Online UCIE Graduation Ceremony
The event is changed from in-person to online. Join UCIE in celebrating our Fall 2021 international student graduates online on WebEx.
Date: Thursday, Dec. 9th from 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm on Askucie WebEx
We look forward to seeing you then!
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Coloring and Connect the Dots - #WSULibraryDeStress
Coloring and Connect the Dot sheets will be available at the Dunbar Library on the second floor to the right of the atrium stairs. Take a break and zone out by creating art!
From November 29 at 9:00 AM to December 9 at 8:00 PM
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Stuffed Therapy - #WSULibraryDeStress
Join us at the Paul Laurence Dunbar Library for Relaxing Yoga with Kenny Taynor from Campus Recreation!
From November 29 at 9:00 AM to December 9 at 8:00 PM
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Post Finals Hangout
Celebrate all the hard work you have put in this semester with a post finals social event! It is organized by Wright State Management Club, Entrepreneurship Club and Finance Club.
Location: Beaver Vu
1238 North Fairfield Road, Beavercreek, OH
Date: December 12 at 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM
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Feast and Fellowship
Come! Eat! And enjoy Christian fellowship! We would like to take this opportunity once a month to bring a free meal to students on campus. Please join for dinner and Christian fellowship! :)
Monday, December 13 2021 at 6:00 PM - 7:00 P
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- Dec. 10 - Graduation/Commencement - Graduate School (master's/doctoral students)
- Dec. 11 - Graduation/Commencement - Undergraduate Students
- Jan. 10, 2022 - First Day of Classes (Spring Semester)
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Jan. 10, 2022 - $100 late registration fee begins for initial enrollment on or after this date
- Jan. 28, 2022 - Deadline to Request Diploma Pick-Up
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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Spring/Summer 2022 Health Insurance |
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Spring/Summer 2022 Health
Insurance Premium
As you may have noticed, your health insurance premium billed on your student account is $1227. This coverage is from January 10, 2022 to August 14/2022, combining both Spring and Summer semester.
Your health insurance premium this year is 25% lower than previous years. To keep this premium low, WSU opted for an annual plan that is payable in two installments.
Therefore, the only way to request an insurance waiver, is by proving that you are insured through a U.S. based insurance through an employer, the employer of a spouse, parents, governmental sponsor such as SACM, or you are graduating on Spring 2022.
Insurance waiver requests may be submitted electronically through THIS LINK no later than Friday, January 21, 2022.
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Working Off Campus without
CPT Authorization is ILLEGAL
F-1 visa regulations 8 CFR 214.2(f)(9) allow international students to ONLY work on campus. Off campus work is limited to internships/co-ops after 2 full time semesters after UCIE APPROVAL ONLY. Working off campus in any other capacity is illegal and if caught could lead to SEVIS Termination and possibly deportation.
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If you are an international student graduating in the Fall 2021 semester, you can consider starting your OPT application now.
If you have already applied OPT, that is good and we wish everything goes well with your application. But if you haven’t started yet, we encourage you to apply as early as possible since the process will take 3 to 5 months.
Regarding the OPT process, please check out our website.
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Sprintax Open Tax Webinars for Filing Season 2021
Sprintax OPT/CPT Tax Webinars
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OPT Application Submission
for Fall 2021
If you are an international student graduating in the Fall 2021 semester, you may start applying for OPT on September 12, 2021.
Please use this link to access and complete all required documents for the OPT application.
Choose an OPT start date between December 11, 2021 and February 8, 2022. The final date for Fall 2021 graduates to submit application materials for OPT is February 8, 2022.
PLEASE NOTE: If you have any reservations regarding graduation for Fall 2021 semester, please do not apply for OPT until after semester end grades have been posted.
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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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Free at-home COVID-19 tests during winter break
The university encourages students, faculty, and staff to take COVID tests both before and after traveling or gathering with family and friends over winter break.
Free at-home COVID tests are available at the Dayton Campus Testing and Vaccination Center, 023 Student Union, between 8:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. on December 8–9, December 14–16, and December 21–23.
Students and employees must show a valid ID when picking up their free tests.
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Indoor mask policy remains in place on campus
The COVID-19 Task Force has recently received reports of a relaxing of mask compliance, with some students and employees seen in the tunnels, hallways, and other indoor common areas without masks or improperly wearing masks. Students, faculty, staff, and visitors are reminded that face masks must be worn when inside all buildings on WSU campuses, regardless of vaccination status.
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COVID-19 Vaccine Availability
You can receive COVID-19 vaccinations for FREE through Wright State Physicians.
call 937-245-7200 to schedule your vaccination appointment.
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COVID-19 Self Reporting Form
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Grammarly is a Free Online Writing Assistant that students can use to improve their writing. Get suggestions from Grammarly while you write in desktop applications and sites across the web—as you move between apps, social media, documents, messages, and emails.
It uses AI to identify and search for an appropriate replacement for the mistake it locates.
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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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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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Campus Recreation: Ice Climbing Weekend
Date & Time: Saturday January 29 – Sunday, January 30, 2022
Description: Enjoy a pleasant wintery weekend climbing a 45 foot and 72 foot ice tower! You and a bunch of other gnarly dudes and gals stay in a lovely heated bunkhouse at Peabody Ice Climbing in Fenton, Michigan. After settling in for a cozy night, we’ll wake up and get ready to send the gnar (that’s climber speak for climbing) on the ice towers. After we are all tuckered out, we will head back to Wright State Sunday afternoon.
Cost: $125
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Clifton Mill Christmas Lights 2021 |
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Dayton Ohio - Riverscape Ice Skating |
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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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