ISSS News: Final Coffee Hour of the Spring Term!

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April 30, 2024

ISSSNews is a weekly e-newsletter sponsored by International Student & Scholar Services with the purpose of communicating news and updates on immigration regulations, opportunities and events of interest to the international UMD community.

ISSS ANNOUNCEMENTS

End of Semester Reminders

It's hard to believe it's almost the end of the spring semester! If you need to see an advisor, have a request for program extension, travel signature, or any other inquiries, be sure to contact ISSS as soon as possible so we can assist in a timely manner during this busy time of year! Our office wishes you the best of luck as you progress to the end of the term!

Important Note: If spring 2024 is your final term, please note that all on-campus employment must end on the program end date listed on your I-20.

Takeover the Maryland Global Instagram and enter to win a Terrapin Express gift card!

Share what fuels you to be #FearlesslyGlobal!

Maryland Global is accepting submissions to takeover the Maryland Global (@maryland.global) instagram and highlight all the ways our students are pursuing international exchange at UMD. Participating students will be entered for a chance to win one of three $50 Terrapin Express gift cards. More information can be found on our website at go.umd.edu/globaltakeover. Please direct any questions to oiacomms@umd.edu.

ISSS EVENTS

International Coffee Hour

Thursday, April 30th 2:30 - 3:30pm

McKeldin Library Steps

International Coffee Hour is a great way to connect with other students/scholars (both domestic and international) and meet UMD staff and faculty while enjoying coffee, tea, and snacks! International Coffee Hour takes place Thursdays from 2:30pm - 3:30pm at various locations around our beautiful campus.

The next and final Coffee Hour of the spring term will take place on Thursday, May 2nd at the McKeldin Library Steps.

Thank you to all who attended for

another semester full of great community!

Unpaid Internships: How to make the Most Out of Your Summer

Fri, May 10th, 12-1:00pm Virtual

Looking for a summer internship as an international student can be daunting. Learn some search strategies and how to focus your search efforts effectively.

Around Campus

The Bright Futures Scholarship for Unpaid Summer Internships

2024 Applications Open Now!

You are eligible to apply if you are an undergraduate student who has secured an unpaid summer internship with a non-profit organization or government office. If you are an F-1 student, please remember that CPT or Academic Training authorization is required for unpaid internships.

Learn more and apply...

Stamp Study Zone

Need to destress?

Check out all the events to help you prepare for your finals. Meditation, Movies, Coloring, and Study in the Stamp!

Terps for Recovery Meetings

Are you a student in recovery from any form(s) of substance use? Come join Terps for Recovery to connect with other students in recovery and plan fun events to help build our collegiate recovery community! General body meetings are held on Mondays from 5-6pm in the Nanticoke Room in Stamp, Room 1238. No registration required, just come as you are!

Questions? Email Madeleine Moore, mmoore56@umd.edu.

The UMD Campus Pantry is open to help students, faculty, and staff experiencing food insecurity. You must swipe your University ID before entering and check out before leaving. It is recommended that you bring your own reusable bag. Learn more about hours and services here.

Summer at the University of Maryland

Did you know that the University of Maryland offers over 1,000 courses in Summer Session, many of which are online? Summer Session is a great opportunity to complete a major or General Education requirement.

International students are eligible to enroll in online courses during the Summer Session (May 28 - August 16, 2024), and registration is open now! Choose from flexible 3 or 6-week sessions. For more information, see the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes.

Have questions? Contact summer@umd.edu.

Summer Global Classrooms Courses Open for Registration

Enroll in one of our Summer 2024 Global Classrooms courses to stay globally engaged from wherever you are this summer! The need-based International Education Scholarship is available to fund your courses.

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