Student Spotlight - Nikolaos Gkorgkolis
Hello there!
My name is Nikolaos Gkorgkolis. Originally I am from Greece. I am here in Dayton in order to pursue my PhD 
in Wright State University, at Computer Science and Engineering department. I arrived at the US two months ago, 
so I am quite fresh here, but I can already say that everything is like a small adventure, as there are many things 
different from what I call familiar, from the scenery and the nature of Ohio to everyday habits, which is quite exciting.
In my free time I mainly travel, write music and play the guitar, all of which I hope I will exercise more, once the pandemic situation gets better. Until then, I wish you all well and hold tight, as we all know it can prove hard to move and adjust in an new country, nonetheless during a pandemic.
UCIE deserves a lot of credit on this aspect, from smoothing all the necessary bureaucratic procedures, to frequently organizing several social events for all of us. 
Until things get back to normal, all the best and stay safe!
Immigration Station
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.
Immigration Q & A

Got questions for our Immigration team? Join us live on WebEx:
Tuesdays & Thursdays at 3-4pm.
COVID-19 Vaccine Availability at WSU
Wright State Physicians now has the COVID-19 vaccine available. International students are eligible even though they are not residents of Ohio.

Wright State Physicians vaccine clinics are held at 2455 Executive Park Boulevard, across from the Dayton Campus, by appointment only.
For more information, please visit wrightstatephysicians.org or call 937-245-7200.
Official Transcripts
Wright State University International Admissions will begin reviewing your original official transcripts, mark sheets and degree certificates starting February 1, 2021
Due to the pandemic, we will review your transcripts remotely, and return your documents to you via FedEx.

Please choose one of the options below:
1. Hand-deliver your transcript in a sealed envelope to the Wright State University Mail Center, 011 Millett Hall.  Be sure to write “International Admissions UCIE, E190 SU” on the outside of the envelope. 

2. Mail your transcripts to: International Admissions, University Center for International Education, E 190 Student Union, Wright State University, 3640 Colonel Glenn Highway, Dayton, OH 45435.

3. Drop your transcripts in the UCIE mail slot located in front of the University Center for International Education, E190 Student Union. The UCIE is located next to the Bookstore. We recommend that you submit your documents in a sealed envelope. 

We will scan your documents, end-date your registration hold, and return the originals to you promptly via FedEx. We will email you the tracking number.
We appreciate your patience and cooperation and hope you are having a great semester!
OPT Application 2021
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 Spring 2021 semester, you may start applying for OPT after January 31, 2021.

Choose an OPT start date between May 2 and June 30, 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.
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.
Do You Have Any Holds on Your Account?
Now is the time to check WINGS Express to see if you have any holds on your account that would prevent you from registering for summer or fall.
To check for holds, follow this path:
Student and Financial Aid- Registration and Records- View Holds

Summer Registration is already Open
Fall Registration will be opened on April 1. Find out your registration date HERE
Graduation Ceremony Updates
Wright State will once again hold in-person commencement ceremonies for our spring class of 2021. There will be multiple Dayton Campus ceremonies on April 30 and May 1 to accommodate safety guidelines. University health and safety protocols will be observed.

Commencement ceremony schedule:
Graduate School (master's, Ph.D., and Ed.D. graduates)
Friday, April 30
7:00 p.m.
Raj Soin College of Business and College of Education and Human Services
Saturday, May 1
10:00 a.m.
College of Engineering and Computer Science and College of Science and Mathematics
Saturday, May 1
2:00 p.m.
College of Liberal Arts and College of Nursing and Health
Saturday, May 1
6:00 p.m.
Graduation Apparel
Need to order graduation apparel?
The online shop is available online.
Limited stock of gowns in the @WrightStateBook store.
You can also order diploma frames!
FREE SHIPPING ON ORDERS OVER $75
Check out this sale!
Wright State’s building at 3171 Research Park Boulevard in Kettering, Ohio, 45420 has been sold. As a result, Facilities/ESPM will host a building surplus sale at this location on March 22–23 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

The sale will be held on a cash, check and carry basis. Items include, but are not limited to, desks, file cabinets, chairs, tables, soft seating, and a variety of miscellaneous items.

For more information, contact Excess and Surplus Property Management at 937-775-2071 or espm@wright.edu.
Fraudulent Advisory
Dear Students,

US Government Agencies (Social Security, Department of Motor Vehicles, Student and Exchange Visitor Program {SEVP}) will never call you on the phone and request person information or credit card information. A recent Scam has Scammers Using SEVP Phone Numbers to Target International Students 

Things to remember:
·         US Government Agencies will NEVER ask stakeholders to provide credit/debit card/gift card numbers, wire transfers, or bank routing numbers, or to make bitcoin deposits for any purpose.
·         NEVER divulge personal or financial information to unknown callers.
·         Report all suspicious calls to the police and if you are unsure about the validity of a call from SEVP officials reach out to the UCIE by emailing askucie@wright.edu  
Food Pantry
The Raider Food Pantry at WSU serves all in need of emergency food assistance.
Students will be asked to show a photo ID, verify their University ID number, and fill out a short form. The Food Pantry will be open on:
  • Tuesday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • Wednesday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • Thursday 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

The pantry is located in 055 Student Union.
The Wright State Community
As a member of the Wright State community you have access to tens of thousands of journals, wherever you are. Find a specific title using the "eJournals" search at the top of our home page, or browse by subject with the Publication Finder.
Student Support Services
Don’t forget the many resources we have on campus to help every student succeed!
UCIE Events
Convo Club
Convo Club is a place to practice English conversational skills and make friendships with domestic and other international students.
Join us on WebEx on Mondays 3-4pm and Thursdays 4-5pm
Virtual Open Mic Night
Join the Virtual Open Mic Night on March 26 at 3:30 PM!
Virtual Movie Night
Join the Virtual Movie Night on March 19 at 7 PM

You must install Teleparty to watch. Start off by clicking the "Install Teleparty" button on this page. Once you are redirected to the Chrome Web Store, click "Add to Chrome" to finish installing Teleparty.After installing Teleparty, you should see the "Tp" button next to your address bar. If you do not see the "TP" button, click on the puzzle icon located next to the address bar and pin the "Tp" button to your Chrome toolbar.

To join a party You need Netflix account sign in on your account and then click on the party URL, which will redirect to Netflix's website. Then click on the "NP" button next to the address bar, and you should automatically join the party.

Link will be send out on Friday to your WSU email
Income Tax Workshops

Join our live workshops on WebEx by clicking the "Join Tax Workshop" button below
Mondays: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM and
Thursdays: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

How to Purchase your Sprintax Access Code
The cost of the access code is $5 , which provides a $30 discount for our students. Keep in mind that this access code can be used just for the Federal Return form (8843 form).
How to Stay Updated With All New Tax Rules
Can't make it to one of the live workshops? You can watch a pre-recorded workshop using the link below.
Learn more about the process of filing taxes with Sprintax by watching
YouTube Videos.
Everything Nonresidents Need to Know About the
W-2 and 1099 Forms
Dayton Information Session
Join the virtual session on March 22 at 2 PM to learn more about Dayton community.
UCIE Virtual Graduation Celebration


SAVE THE DATE!
The UCIE is planning a Virtual Graduation Celebration to recognize all our Spring 21 graduates!

Friday, April 30th at 12:00 PM
Do you have any photos or news from your time at WSU you'd like to share with us? We will display them during our celebration. Please email your photos to askucie@wright.edu
More Events at Wright State
Virtual Career Days
Job seekers looking for career employment, co-ops and internships with local employers are encouraged to attend the Virtual Career Days event. More than 25 employers are expected to participate.

The three Virtual Career Days are arranged by focus area:
  • Wednesday, March 17, from 1–3 p.m. Focus Areas: Business, Applied Business, Supervision and Management, Multimedia/Graphic Design, Liberal Studies, Organizational Leadership, Communication and English
  • Friday, March 19, from 1–3 p.m. Focus Areas: Nursing, Social Work and Psychology
Virtual Spring Career Fair
Join the Virtual Spring Career Fair on March 23
to meet with potential employers.
Virtual Employer Resume Critiques
Need to check your Resume? Join the Virtual Employer Resume Critique
to get a professional feedback.
Events on Campus
Campus Recreation Events
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.
Recreation Group is currently offering: 

  • Fitness Center Workouts 
  • Driveway 5K April 24, 2021 
  • Lap Swimming 
  • Intramural Sports ($)       
  • Group Exercise Classes  
  • Adapted Recreation Work Out Buddies 
  • Climbing Wall 
  • Kayaking ($) 
  • Running, Hiking & biking  
  • Sport Club Practices ($) 
  • Personal Training ($) 

($) denotes a cost may be associated with the activity. 
Fitness Center: Reservations for 1 hour works, in groups of 8 can be made every 15 minutes during operating hours. At-Risk workouts are also available from 2:30-3:30.   
 
Driveway 5K: The Second Annual Driveway 5k is a virtual 5K event hosted to raise money for students in need! The event will take place on April 24th, more information will be available soon! 
 
Lap Swim: Reservations can be made every 30 minutes during operating hours. 
 
Intramural Sports: Softball, Volleyball and Cornhole registration ends soon, but we have room for more teams! Don’t have a team but want to get involved, contact us! 
 
Group Exercise Classes: IN PERSON CLASSES HAVE STARTED! We are excited to announce the schedule. We also are continuing our virtual fitness classes including Bootcamp, Yoga, Heartfulness and Sleep Meditations’.

Adapted Recreation Work Out Buddies:  Do you need assistance in our fitness center due to a disability? Make an appointment with us to set up a time to have a person assist you with your workout! 

Climbing Wall: The wall is now open from 3:30-7:30pm Monday – Friday. 
 
Kayaking: Come kayak with us at Eastwood Metropark! All skill levels welcome.  Kayaking will begin April 2! 
 
Running, Hiking and Biking groups: We have been running and hiking all winter and we look forward to more meet ups this spring and summer! The Biking group rides will start April 5 and continue throughout the summer! Visit: wright.edu/outdoor for more information. 
 
Sport Club Practices: Many clubs are actively practicing and some clubs have been approved for competition! Visit Engage to search for a club you be interested in joining! If you don’t see a club listed, contact us to get it started! 
 
Personal Training:  Are you trying to get started or maybe you hit a plateau, work with our staff to help you meet your fitness goals. Small and Large session packages are available! 
Caesar Creek State Park
Join the hiking group in Caesar Creek Loop Trail this Saturday! This trail loops around the gorgeous lake, goes over a swinging suspension bridge, and through Crawdad and Horseshoe Falls. Watch Spring come alive with budding wildflowers and songs of birds as we challenge ourselves to this all day hike. Meet new friends, get outside, and celebrate the arrival of Spring!
Dayton Events
Five Rivers MetroParks
Hi all,
Wright State's Campus Recreation partners with Five Rivers Metroparks every year to inspire adventure! This year, they are having five virtual presentations and two panel discussions. Presentations are on Thursdays and begin at 7 P.M. 

Adventure Speaker Series Schedule  
  • March 18 – Turning Remote Work into Remote Adventures: Wander While You Work, with WSU student Tina Hohman, van life enthusiast Shannon Thomas, and remote adventurer Amber Hayes 
  • March 25 – Broken Pieces: Injury and Survival on the Oregon Desert Trail, by Stacy Boone 
  • April 1 – Finding Your River, by Ellen “Magellan” Falterman 
  • April 8 – Tykes on Hikes: Adventuring with Kids of All Ages, by Nailah Blades Wylie 
  • April 15 – The Adventure Color Gap: Diversity in the Great Outdoors, with Color Outside founder Nailah Blades, Latino Outdoors Coordinator and WSU alumni Juan M. Muñoz Jiménez; moderated by WSU Intercultural Specialist for Bolinga Black Cultural Center Quatez Scott 
  • April 22 – Setting a New World Record in Grand Canyon National Park, by Dale Sanders 
The 2nd Street Market 
One of Dayton’s favorite places to buy local food, the 2nd Street Market, will resume its outdoor market Saturday, March 20.

Local farmers, growers, producers, and artisan vendors will be on site, weather permitting, each Saturday
from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Raider Family
Beavercreek location for a #HLWBB Championship Watch Party!
The first 20 fans receive FREE t-shirt.
International Admissions Office Hours