Tuesday, March 21st , 2023

Hello Raiders!

Check out the latest news and updates from the University Center for International Education for the 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 ucie33@wright.edu

St. Patrick's Day was celebrated on March 17th @ Pathfinder Lounge. We had our study abroad team talking to students about programs in Ireland. Peer mentor Glenn also led an Irish language session, and students learned basic greetings in Irish. Students had fun putting temporary tattoos and painting.

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.

How to Purchase your Sprintax Access Code



UCIE has purchased discounted tax codes for our students. The cost of the access code is $5, which provides a $35 discount for our students. Keep in mind that this access code can be used just for the Federal Return form (8843 form).

For the students who didn't work in 2022, purchasing Sprintax discount is optional. You can attend the in-person workshop on Wednesdays, fill the 8843 Federal form and give it to us, we will mail to the respective address for you.

You will need the following documents for your tax return:

• Passport

• US Entry and Exit Dates for current and all past visits to the US (I 94)

• All income forms: Final pay slips, W2 forms, 1042-S and/or 1099

• Visa/Immigration Status information, including Form DS-2019 (for J visa holders) or Form I-20 (for F visa holders)

• Social Security Number (SSN), if applicable

• Previous year tax return forms, if applicable

• March 24 - Last Day to Register to Walk in the Spring Commencement Ceremony
• March 24 - Fall and Spring registration open to all students

Click here to access the academic calendar

Nowruz – No-Ruz or Farsi for “new day” – is an ancient festival celebrating the first day of spring in the Northern Hemisphere. The festival is rooted in Zoroastrianism, a religion practiced in ancient Persia that predates Christianity and Islam.

Let's celebrate the oldest tradition together @ Millet 154 from 12pm-3pm

The Independence Day of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh commemorates the country's declaration of independence from Pakistan in the early hours of 26 March 1971 by the leader of the Nation Sheikh Mujibur Rahman. Let's celebrate and honor their tradition @UCIE Office on March 24th, 10 AM - 11 AM

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

Utilize UCIE Transportation to save time

Happy Shopping!

Canoe Battleship (FREE) Event

Canoe battleship is a FREE, fun event where teams of four people try to sink other teams' canoes with buckets of water and be the last boat floating. All equipment is provided by Campus Recreation Department.

Date & Time : March 23rd

9 PM to 11 PM

Location : Student Union Pool

WRIGHT STATE UNIVERSITY

334 Student Union

3640 Colonel Glenn Hwy.

Dayton, OH 45435 USA

937-775-5745