Tuesday, January 17th, 2023

Hello Raiders!

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

Spotlight Important Information Events

Student Spotlights

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 ucie11@wright.edu

News

Important Information for ALL International Raiders!

Spring 2023 registration requirements:

All international graduate students (new or current) MUST maintain 3 credits of face-to-face/flexible delivery instruction

All international undergraduate students (new or current) MUST maintain 9 credits of face-to-face/flexible delivery instruction

OPT Application Submission for Spring 2023

If you are an international student graduating in the Spring 2023 semester, you may start applying for OPT after January 29, 2023.

Please use the link below to access and complete all required documents for the OPT application:

OPT Information | University Center for International Education | Wright State University

Choose an OPT start date between May 1 – June 28, 2023. 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 Spring 2023 semester, please do not apply for OPT until after semester end grades have been posted.

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 of the change:

1. When you start a new job.

2. When you change addresses.

3. Periods of unemployment.

4. 6-month validation

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.

For any questions regarding this please contact ucieimmigration@wright.edu

Important Spring Dates

January 20 - Last day to drop/withdraw and receive 100% tuition refund (if the student has hold, Registration Form must be submitted to Raider Connect on a business day)
January 20 - Last day to purchase or cancel student health insurance.
January 20 - Undergraduate and Graduate Deadline to Apply for Graduation

Click here to view the full academic calendar.

Health Insurance Waiver

Do you qualify for an insurance waiver?

It is mandatory for international students (F1/J1) to have insurance coverage while being a student at WSU. All students MUST keep the Wright State insurance.

International students may only receive a waiver on the WSU insurance policy if the student has U.S.-based insurance coverage through the employer of a spouse or parent or through a governmental sponsor who has an agreement with Wright State.

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***Insurances above must be US based and not a travel/international insurance***

You must be able to submit documentation along with your request.

Deadline to waive is January 20th, 2023

Apply For Insurance Waiver

Apply for Spring 2023 Graduation

Dear Graduating Students,

If you have completed or are completing the requirements of your degree this semester, you MUST apply for Graduation. This is when you apply for your diploma and different from the Graduation Ceremony.

** The Deadline to apply for Graduation is FRIDAY, JANUARY 20TH**

The graduation application is online:

Go into WINGS Express
Select Apply for Graduation
Select your Degree. for dual degrees, you must apply separately for each one
Indicate whether you will attend the Commencement ceremony.

For questions contact RaiderConnect@wright.edu or askucie@wright.edu

Visit the Graduation Webpage

Immigration Virtual Open Advising

Do you have questions for our immigration team?

Join any of the virtual Open Advising sessions indicated below:

Tuesday/Thursday event at 3 PM

Join Immigration Virtual Session Here

Important Information

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.

Fraudulent Advisory

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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THE EXAMPLE OF JOB SCAM that some of our international students received recently: emails and text messages offering a part-time job.

These emails may include the task to purchase some electronic equipment and use a mobile paycheck on the name of the student. PLEASE BE AWARE of such job scam emails.

IFI Ice Skating

UCIE Events

Free Transportation from UCIE

Are you taking an hour walk to get groceries from Shree-G / Walmart?

Utilize UCIE Transportation to save time.

UCIE-free transportation is offered until February only.

Happy Shopping!

Campus Events

Lunar New Year by ASA

A lot of fun Arts and Crafts, Origami Demonstrations & Calligraphy. Keep an eye for the Chinese Lion passing out candies!

Date and Time: Monday, January 23

From 10 AM

Location: Student Union Atrium

Game Night By MSA

A time for students to get together and play video games, eat snacks, play some board games, get to know one another, and overall have fun!

Date and Time: Friday, January 20

From 6 PM

Location: Student Union Emerald Room

Find more Events on Engage /Corq App

Campus Recreation

Campus Recreation Calendar

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New International Students Corner

New Raiders, refer to the International student Starter Guide to learn more about the resources available to you!

This guide has been prepared to guide you through your first year in the USA. This guide covers all possible points that concern new international students such as education, employment, having fun, etc.

International Student Starter Guide

Student Organizations

Student organizations are a great way to meet people who share your interests, develop leadership skills, and make an impact on the university and community, all while having fun. We have more than 140 student organizations to choose from.

Explore our current student organizations at wright.edu/engage.

Wright State Mobile Apps

The Wright State mobile app, Ellucian, helps you stay connected to the university like never before. Access critical information about your classes and accounts as well as useful features—like email, maps, and directories—directly from your phone or tablet. The Wright State app includes content for both Dayton and Lake campuses, so you'll always have the information you need right at your fingertips.

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