Thursday, August 11 , 2022

Hello, check out the latest news and updates from the University Center for International Education for Wright State international community.

Student Spotlight is a great opportunity to share fun facts about yourself, your journey to Wright State University, your achievements, and the things you like the most about studying here. 

Every student story is unique and our international students would love to hear yours!

Submit your Spotlight to askucie@wright.edu

Wright state university International student orientation plays an essential role in the journey at wright state.

It is Mandatory for all new International students to attend.

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. 

If you are an international student graduating in the Summer 2022 semester, you may start applying for OPT NOW.

Choose an OPT start date between July 29 - September 26th. If you already have a job offer or are regularly interviewing now, choose an earlier date. If you have not, choose a later date.

PLEASE NOTE: If you have ANY reservations regarding graduation for the Summer 2022 semester, please do not apply for OPT until after semester-end grades have been posted.

• August 15 - Fees due for registrations occurring on or before August 15 (Fall A term)
• August 22 - First day of classes (Fall A term)
• August 22 - $100 late registration fee begins for initial enrollment on or after this date (Fall A term)
• August 24 - Last day to change audit status (Fall A term)

Click here to view the full academic calendar.

Complete Required Acknowledgment

1. Sign in to WINGS Express.
2. Select the Student and Financial Aid tab.
3. Select the Registration and Records link.
4. Select the Required Acknowledgment link.
5. Select the Term from the drop-down list and click the Submit button.
6. Choose to Accept or Decline Student Health Insurance.
7. Agree to the terms and conditions for the Statement of Financial Responsibility.
8. Optional: Set up emergency text messaging.

Use the Class Search Tool

1. Sign in to WINGS Express.
2. Select the Student and Financial Aid tab.
3. Select the Registration and Records link.
4. Select the Look Up Classes link.
5. Select the Campus Site (Dayton or Lake).
6. Select the Term from the drop-down list and click the Submit button.
7. Use the Subject up and down arrows to scroll through all available subjects. Note: You MUST select at least one subject and can choose multiple subjects by using the Shift or Ctrl key. You can refine your search by entering information in the additional fields.
8. Select All Terms.
9. Click the Class Search button. Click on CRN number to check for prereq, corequisite, WL, etc., departmental signatures.
10. Course information will be listed. If you would like to register for the course, place a checkmark in the Select box of the desired course and click the Add to Worksheet button. Determining the CRNs (Course Reference Numbers) for the courses you would like to register for beforehand will greatly expedite the registration process. To select multiple subjects, click on the first subject then scroll to the next subject and click with pressing the Ctrl key. Once you click the Class Search button you will get an alphabetical listing of all the subjects selected.
11. Click the Class Search button at the bottom of the screen to search for additional courses.

Register for Classes

1. Sign in to WINGS Express.
2. Select the Student and Financial Aid tab.
3. Select the Registration and Records link.
4. Select the Term from the drop-down list and click the Submit button.
5. If you would like to view your registration time and any holds or restrictions you may have, select the Registration Status link.
6. Click the Add or Drop Classes link to begin registration.
7. If you know the CRN (Course Reference Number), you can enter it directly in the CRN field on the “Add Classes Worksheet.”
8. Alternatively, you can click the Class Search button to look up classes.
9. Select the Subject, Campus Site, and Part of Term from the drop-down lists. You can refine your search by entering more detailed information. All listed prerequisites should be completed prior to enrollment. Contact your academic advisor if you are unsure whether you have met all requirements.
10. Click the Class Search button.
11. Place a checkmark in the Select box of the desired course and click the Add to Worksheet button or click the Submit Changes button if you’re certain about your selection. Note: Co-requisite courses MUST be taken together. For example lab, lecture, and recitation; writing-intensive course and its writing component.

If you need to change your schedule, contact your academic advisor. If you registered and wish to drop one or more of your classes, you must log in to WINGS Express and complete the steps to drop the course(s). Consult the academic calendar for dropped course tuition refund dates. 

Hello Future Raiders!

Please join our webinar to get in touch with us, our services, activities, and all the information you would want to know regarding the university, post-arrival checklist, accommodation, etc.

Venue: Webex

Excited to meet you all!

Note - This webinar is recommended for New international students.

*It is advised for all the students from India, Nepal, and Bangladesh to join the session.*

Why Didn't They Teach Me This in School?: 99 Personal Money Management Principles to Live By, by Cary Siegel

So many college students will complain that they were underprepared for financial obligations after graduation—so give your freshman a leg up on his or her friends with this easy-to-understand financial guide to budgeting, debt, credit cards, taxes, and more.

Do you have any recommendations you would like to share with other students?

     Registration: Register on IMLeagues

 Cost: $15

Freekbass & The Bump Assembly

Join us as part of the 2022 Eichelberger Concert Season on the CareSource lawn at the Levitt Pavilion in downtown Dayton! Bring your lawn chair, cooler, and picnic basket, and get ready for a night of free music under the stars!

Freekbass has cemented himself as a groundbreaking bass player and funk guru. His innovative styling including his signature double thumb strumming technique has garnered critical acclaim and a cult fan following.

Where

Levitt pavilion

134 S Main St, Dayton, OH 45402 

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When 

August 13th at 7 pm

Free Admission

 Annual Art On The Lawn

Over 100 artists from Ohio and beyond will gather under the shade trees in the heart of Yellow Springs, Ohio, to show and sell their original, fine arts and crafts at this year's Art on the Lawn -- the free, popular, outdoor festival of art, food, and music sponsored by Village Artisans Gallery.

“Village Artisans” is not only the name of the cooperative but is also the name of their gallery/shop, located at 100 Corry Street in Yellow Springs, which houses the varied artwork of eighteen local member artists.

Where 

Village Artisans

100 Cory St, Yellow Springs, OH 45387

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When

August 13th, 10:00 am- 5:oo pm

Free Admission

German Fest Picnic In Dayton

German Fest has been voted the #3 festival in the region and was named by the Dayton Daily News as being in the top 11 food festivals in the region.

There are a few festivals that celebrate German traditions around the city, but this fest dives deeper, to give a glimpse of the German heritage that has given Dayton some of its cultural identity – all while enjoying an import beer and a schnitzel.

When: August 12-14

Where: Historic St. Anne's Hill

WRIGHT STATE UNIVERSITY

334 Student Union

3640 Colonel Glenn Hwy.

Dayton, OH 45435 USA

937-775-5745