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NEW Student Spotlights!
It is a great opportunity to share fun facts about yourself, your journey to the Wright State University, achievements and things you like the most about studying here. Every student story is unique and our international students would love to hear yours!
Email us at askucie@wright.edu if you would like to be featured in ๏ปฟour next Student Spotlight!
๏ปฟour next Student Spotlight!
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Student investigations spotlighted at College of Science and Mathematicsโ Festival of Research
Detection of heavy metals using nanoparticles. Wastewater surveillance that enables early detection of coronaviruses. Counterproductive work behaviors. Personality variables related to political affiliation. This was among the research presented by students at the Festival of Research.
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Our office hosted a Latin American Coffee Party on Friday, Oct. 15 to highlight Latin American culture by allowing students to sample coffee from various countries.
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Halloween Traditions - Pumpkin Carving
Learn how to celebrate Halloween in America on Friday, October 29th from 3 pm to 4 pm! Come and carve a pumpkin with us. Costumes are encouraged. You will see people wearing them across campus this day.
Location: UCIE office, E190, Student Union
Face Masks Mandatory!
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๐ข๐๐ฟ ๐๐ป๐๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ป๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป๐ฎ๐น ๐๐ฑ๐๐ฐ๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป ๐ช๐ฒ๐ฒ๐ธ ๐ฆ๐ฐ๐ต๐ฒ๐ฑ๐๐น๐ฒ ๐ถ๐ ๐ต๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ฒ!
๏ปฟJoin us November 1st-5th as we go global all week long at Wright State.
International Education Week (IEW), is an initiative led by the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education to celebrate the benefits of international education and exchange. It is observed in more than 100 countries worldwide every November.
Stay tuned to learn more about these upcoming events!
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๐๐ป๐๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ป๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป๐ฎ๐น ๐๐ฑ๐๐ฐ๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป ๐ช๐ฒ๐ฒ๐ธ ๐๐ป๐ป๐๐ฎ๐น ๐ฃ๐ต๐ผ๐๐ผ ๐๐ผ๐ป๐๐ฒ๐๐
๐ฆ๐๐ฎ๐ฟ๐ ๐๐๐ฏ๐บ๐ถ๐๐๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐๐ผ๐๐ฟ ๐ฝ๐ต๐ผ๐๐ผ๐ ๐ป๐ผ๐!
You can submit only one photo for any of these categories:
Best landscape
Best cultural depiction
Most creative photo
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- Must be a WSU student, faculty, or staff member
- Email a digital copy of your photo to: studyabroad@wright.edu
- Once submitted, we will email you an official entry form to complete
Deadline to submit: Oct. 29th
Voting will begin the week of Nov. 1st
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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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Indian Student Association Events
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Let's Dance Flash Mob organized by the Indian Student Association
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Date: Oct. 29th from 2 PM - 3 PM
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Location: Student Union Atrium
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Happy Diwali - Festival of Lights
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Date: Nov. 5th, from 4 pm - 1 am
Location: Apollo Room, Student Union
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Nightmare On Springwood Lane
Thursday, October 21 at 7:30 PM
Location: Woods Res Halls
Happy Halloween!!! Go through our spooky trail and haunted hallway to have a frightful time.
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UAB Second Annual Trip to Youngs Jersey Dairy!
Friday, October 22 2021 at 5:00 PM
Location: Youngs Jersey Dairy Farm
First 75 people to sign up for Youngs Jersey Dairy for Friday, October 22 gets a FREE wristband that will include A corn maze, Haunted Hay Ride, Mini Golf, Free Ice Cream & Free food! Starts at 5pm! Ticket pick up will be update as soon as possible!
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Halloween Bash
Join Halloween Bash on Oct. 30 for a night of spooky celebration at WSU in the Student Union. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the party runs until 1 am
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Halloween Event
Monday, October 25 2021 at 6:30 PM
Location: Millett Hall 301
This is the first Chinese Club Event of the semester! Please join us (in costume, if youโd like) for a Halloween Celebration!
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FREE Thanksgiving Dinner
The Conversational English Partners at WSU invites you to attend a Traditional American Thanksgiving Dinner on Nov 12 at 6:30 pm at Fairborn Senior Center
Everyone who attends should have a ticket so that they know how much food to prepare.
Those picking up the tickets should provide a phone number for contact if any changes will occur.
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Wright State University International Admissions has opted to receive your transcripts/mark sheets from New Students for Summer and Fall Semesters anytime during UCIEโs regular business hours. Weโve also designated two drop box locations for your convenience.
We wonโt be able to review them while you wait, but they will be reviewed within 7-10 business days of receipt. We will send an email to your Wright State University email when they are ready to be picked up. Please be sure to include your original official transcripts, mark sheets (with holograms if applicable) and degree certificates.
You may drop your original documents at one of the following locations:
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The University Center for International Education (UCIE) Front Desk (190 Student Union) during regular business hours (8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.
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Drop Box located outside UCIE (190 Student Union) if you are unable to come to campus.
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Drop Box located outside Room 311 Russ Engineering (Electrical Engineering Dept.)
The International Admissions Team will review your transcripts and end-date your transcript hold.
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- Oct. 22 - Last day to drop course without a grade (B term)
- Oct. 22 - Last day to drop course with a W grade (Full term)
- Nov. 5 - Last day to drop course with a W grade (B term)
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.๏ปฟ
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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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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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Dayton Campus COVID-19 testing and vaccination center opens, required surveillance testing begins
The center will offer free COVID-19 vaccines to students, faculty and staff and weekly required surveillance testing of randomly selected community members.
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Free WSU Face Mask
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Wright State faculty, staff, and registered students can pick up a new free Wright State face mask! Please bring your Wright1 Card to The Hangar, Union Market, Starbucks, Tim Horton's, Rey Rey Cafรฉ, or Raider Mart. See the cashier for your face mask.
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COVID-19 vaccination reporting and giveaway now open
Uploading your vaccine card and entering the vaccination giveaway are free. The deadline is 11:59 p.m. on November 22, 2021.
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Apply for Covid-19 Relief Funding!
Are you registered for classes for Fall 21? You can apply for the COVID relief funds!
You must select a reason for why you need COVID-19 relief funds.
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COVID-19 Vaccine Availability
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You can receive COVID-19 vaccinations for FREE through Wright State Physicians.
๏ปฟcall 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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The use of all types of tobacco products is prohibited in all university facilities, on all university-owned or leased grounds, including the woods, university-owned or operated residence halls and apartments at Dayton and Lake campuses, and at all university-sponsored events, regardless of location.
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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.๏ปฟ
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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!
๏ปฟMake sure you bring water, a snack, and dress for the weather.
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Hiking:
October 23 at 1:00 PM
October 27 at 6:00 PM
November 3 at 6:00 PM
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Running:
October 21 at 5:30 PM
October 26 at 5:30 PM
October 28 at 5:30 PM
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Rock Climbing:
October 21-22 from 3:30 PM
October 25-29 from 3:30 PM
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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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Muslim volunteers and social service professionals who are dedicated to providing not for profit services to those in need in the Greater Dayton Area.
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Hall Hunger Initiative
Hall Hunger Initiative is working with their partners to create a sustainable and just community food system here in the Miami Valley that provides good food for all.
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The Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Mental Health Services of Montgomery County
Instantly connect with local service providers for addiction, rehab, mental health, and more. Simply use the interactive directory to find a facility near you.
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United Way of the Greater Dayton Area
Find the help you need.
Leading a UNITED community to uplift our neighbors. Here you can find a lot of useful resources in the Greater Dayton Area.
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Dayton Dรญa de Los Muertos Collaboration
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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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