Student Spotlight - Aigerim Myrzakhmet
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Salem Raiders,
My name is Aigerim, I'm an exchange student from Kazakhstan. My hometown is an extremely cold Nur-Sultan city, in the heart of Eurasia, which means that coming here, I had the longest summer in my life!
I major in International Relations and got into WSU as the winner of the Global UGRAD program to experience the American education system for one semester.
It's my first time in the U.S. and "surprisingly" it's very diverse and complex! Experiencing life in metropolitan areas and smaller cities, it felt like I'd been to different countries! I loved to see various ways of living and understand the culture a little better.
Studying at WSU has been a great experience that helped me grow academically and personally. Great professors, helpful staff, vibrant student life made the little time I got here amazing! Special thanks to UCIE for helping international students and the opportunity to share my story. Happy Thanksgiving!
in our next Student Spotlight!
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University Operating Schedule during Thanksgiving
- Wednesday, Nov. 24 - Campus open, but no classes
- Thursday, Nov. 25 - Closed, including library
- Friday, Nov. 26 - Closed, including library
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Note: Campus dining facilities will be closed Wednesday through Saturday. For those who registered, Raidersgiving meals will be available for pick up on Wednesday from noon to 2 p.m. in the SU Apollo Room.
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Wright State alumnus Csongor Bajnoczki makes an international splash in COVID-19 research
His critical-thinking skills were honed at Wright State University. And Csongor Bajnoczki is making good use of them.
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Congratulations to Dr. Rosemary Eustace, Professor in the School of Nursing, Kinesiology, and Health Sciences, for receiving a UCIE Seed Grant for Global Virtual Exchange Program Development this Fall 2021 for the Development of the Tanzania Global Health Virtual Study Abroad Partnership between Wright State University and Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Health Sciences.
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COVID-19 Vaccinations Required for All Wright State Employees
Due to recent federal policy and regulatory changes, WSU will now require all employees, including student employees, to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. All employees must confirm their vaccination status by Jan. 4, 2022.
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UCIE Thanksgiving Tree
Though we are unable to physically gather for a feast, we are still able to acknowledge our blessings for the Thanksgiving holiday.
Please stop by the UCIE Thanksgiving Tree and add a leaf telling us what you are thankful for!
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Ladies Tea and Craft
Join us for coffee/tea and friendship at this woman's only event. Make a wreath that you can take home to decorate for the holidays!
Date: December 3rd
from 3 PM - 4:30 PM
Location: UCIE office
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Winter Coats Available for International Students
Gently used cold-season clothing available at no cost to international students.
Come to the UCIE office and ask for more information at the front desk.
Location: UCIE office, E190,
Student Union
Time: Mon-Fri 8:30 am - 5 pm
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UCIE Graduation Ceremony
Join UCIE in celebrating our Fall 2021 international student graduates.
We are preparing a slide show that will play while the event is happening. If you would like to share any pictures of your time here at WSU to be shown at the event, please email it to klodi.abazi@wright.edu.
Click below if you would like to purchase a sash with your country’s flag on it.
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*** There will be no Convo Club on Thursday, November 25th due to the university closure***
Join UCIE Convo Club to discuss different topics and learn more about other cultures. International students and American students are welcome!
In-Person on Mondays 2:00-3:00 PM and Thursdays 3:30 - 4:30 PM
Location: UCIE office, E190 Student Union
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Pop In Tuesdays is happening every Tuesday from 12 pm to 1 pm!
You can come and enjoy FREE popcorn, meet new friends, learn more about our programs and what's poppin' this semester.
Location: UCIE office, E190 Student Union
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Grilled Cheese Hotline
Miracle Makers will be holding the infamous Grilled Cheese Hotline from 5pm-midnight in the Forrest Lane Community Center!
December Tuesday, November 30 from 4:00 PM to Wednesday, December 1 at 12:00 AM
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Entrepreneurship Club Meeting
Learn new skills, meet Dayton area business leaders, and grow your professional network! On Monday November 29th the guest speaker will be CEO and Owner of Spark Incubator, Rachel DesRochers. Free food and beverages will be provided at this meeting.
Date: Monday, November 29th from 5 pm to 6 pm at Rike Hall, 020.
Questions? Email Club President Natasha Sandella - sandella.2@wright.edu
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- Nov. 24 - No classes held, University offices open
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Thursday, Nov. 25 to Friday, November 26, 2021- Thanksgiving Holiday; University Closed
- Dec. 4 - Last day of classes
- Dec. 6 - Full Term Final Examinations Begin
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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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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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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Take-home COVID tests available for students, employees this holiday
WSU is providing in-person and at-home COVID testing for Raiders and Lakers before and after celebrating the Thanksgiving holiday. Dayton Campus students and employees who show a valid ID can pick up two at-home COVID testing kits per person at the Testing and Vaccination Center, 023 Student Union.
The center will be open on
Wednesday, Nov. 24, 9 a.m.–2 p.m.
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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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Counseling and Wellness Services
Students can now reach a Raider Cares counselor at 937-775-4567.
It is a 24/7 telephone crisis service. They offer a wide range of therapeutic services including group, individual, couples, and family therapy.
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Women's Center provides personal care items such as toothpaste, body wash, deodorant, tampons, etc. The pantry is open from 8:30 a.m. until 5 p.m. Monday-Friday.
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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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Hiking:
December 1 at 6:00 PM
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Running:
November 30 at 5:30 PM
December 2 at 5:30 PM
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Rock Climbing:
Open Monday - Friday 3:30 - 7:30 p.m. and Wednesdays from 12-1 p.m. for Lunchtime Bouldering
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Group Fitness classes schedule:
Workout on Monday - Thursday 7 am - 10 pm,
Friday 7 am - 9 pm, and Saturday 10 am - 5 pm.
All free to students!
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2021 Dayton Holiday Festival Grande Illumination & Dayton Children’s Parade |
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Dayton Ohio - Ralston Crawford: Air + Space + War |
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WRIGHT STATE UNIVERSITY
E190 Student Union
3640 Colonel Glenn Hwy.
Dayton, OH 45435 USA
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