February 2023 ISP Newsletter

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Upcoming Events

Scholarship Workshop

The Fall 2023 Foundation Scholarship Application on AwardSpring is OPEN until March 2nd. Join our application workshop next Wednesday, February 8th from 4pm-5pm in Plover Hall 526 for 1-on-1 assistance from the Scholarship Office.

International Club Meetings

The SRJC International Club is planning lots of fun activities for the Spring 2023 semester, including a field trip to San Francisco on April 1st! Join us at our next Club meeting on Friday, February 10th from 12pm-1pm in Plover 526.

Global Trivia!

Join us each month for an international Trivia challenge! Form a team and test your knowledge of pop culture, sports, geography, & more. The first game is on Wednesday, February 15th from 4pm-5pm in Plover 526. Come have fun and win prizes!

Plover Hall Open House & Financial Aid Fun Fair

Join us for food, games, music, community and more! See you there next Tuesday, February 14th from 11am-2pm in Plover Hall.

February Holidays

There is so much to celebrate this month!

Chinese New Year Parade in S.F. on February 4th
Valentine's Day on February 14th
Black History Month - Events All Month!

Important Reminders

Remember that you must update your U.S. Address and notify Becky within 10 days of moving.

F-1 students must have authorization to earn $$ in the U.S. Activities like salon services, social media influencing, buying and selling cars, etc. are illegal.

The following deadlines are from our Academic Calendar:

2/4 Last day to register with an add code
2/4 Last day to drop without a W

Also, don't forget to apply for on-campus housing by 3/1!

SRJC classes are cancelled and the district will be closed on the following dates:

2/15 PDA Day
2/16 Lincoln's Day
2/19 President's Day

F-1 Student Employment

If you need to earn $$ during your studies at SRJC, you can apply for on-campus jobs:

Student Employment

Submit an Eligibility Application with the Career Hub then apply on Handshake for on-campus jobs.

Bookstore/Housing/Dining

These particular student services are provided by outside companies. Visit these locations in-person to apply!

STNC Positions

Search "STNC" on the HR Website to apply for short-term non-continuing jobs. They usually pay a little bit more!

Social Security Numbers (SSN)

Once you receive a job offer, contact Becky so you can apply for your SSN and then begin working.

For more information about your employment options, please visit our Employment website or watch our F-1 Student Employment Workshop and see the attached handout.

ISP Mentors

ISP Mentors are here to help new international students navigate the social, academic, and cultural life at SRJC and the United States! Please don't hesitate to contact them with any questions - they look forward to hearing from you!

Sovandaily ("Alyza") Ong

Country: Cambodia

Major: Business Administration (AS-T)

Class Standing: 2nd semester

Hobbies/Interests: "I like to go to the gym. I like studying on the 2nd floor at the Doyle library. I love organizing and making sure everything looks nice. I am friendly and nice (introverted). I like playing tennis but don't have time to play much nowadays. I love food. I love taking pictures and videos because I love editing videos."

Contact Alyza!

Mingrui Li

Country: China

Major: Chemistry (AS)

Class Standing: 7th semester

Hobbies/Interests: Cooking, Gaming, Hiking, Music

"I've been math PALS (kinds like TA) for three semesters. I play drums and a little bit of piano. I can cook western and Chinese decently good XD"

Contact Mingrui!

Youzhang Li

Country: China

Major: Art (AA)

Class Standing: 4th semester

Hobbies/Interests: Gaming, Swimming, Oil Painting, Badminton

Contact Youzhang!

Meet Luisa

Hi there!

My name is Luisa Tinajero. I am an international student coming from Bogota, Colombia. I have been living in the Bay Area for two years. My major is in Human Resources.

I like outdoor activities such as camping, hiking, going to beach, and swimming in the lake. I love traveling and planning trips. I highly recommend if you ever have a chance to visit Puerto Rico or Hawaii. I am here to make new friends. I am more than happy to help you if you need it.

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