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. | |
Recruiting International Orientation Leaders! | |
Are you interested in welcoming new international students to campus? Do you enjoy meeting new people and developing your intercultural communication skills?
Apply as an International Orientation Leader (IOL) with the International Student & Scholar Services Office! Fall 2024 IOL Applications are open. The deadline to apply is Wednesday, April 24, 2024.
Visit the ISSS website to learn more about our IOL program. For more information, you can contact Dr. Rebeca Moreno (rmoreno@umd.edu).
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2024 International Student Graduate Forum
Monday, April 22nd 1pm
ESJ 0201 and Virtual
| The Graduate School invites international graduate students to comment and share their insights about life at UMD. This is a great opportunity to think critically about the present and create new opportunities for the future. | |
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USCIS to Increase Government Filing Fees
US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced an increase to the government filing fees of government forms and petitions that may be relevant for your future applications. The new fee will be required for petitions/applications postmarked on or after the effective date. In regards to OPT applications, the effective date of the increase was April 1st, 2024. Find a helpful chart on fee increases and effective dates here.
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TerpTax Walk-In Clinic
April 7th 10:00am - 6:00pm
April 8th-12th 6:30pm-9:00pm
Van Munching Hall, Room 3505
TerpTax provides free tax preparation services to the UMD community. They are hosing a walk-in clinic on April 7th and evenings of that week from 6:30-9:00pm. Learn more about TerpTax.
The deadline for filing 2023 Federal Tax Returns is
Monday, April 15, 2024.
All international students and scholars have a federal tax filing requirement even if you do not have U.S. source income.
Visit our U.S. Taxes webpage for more information.
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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.
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Language Partner Program - Fall 2024
Meet students who study your language and get paid to talk to them.
Application now open for Fall 2024!
The Language Partner Program is an initiative sponsored by the School of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures (SLLC) and the Office of International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS). As a language tutor, you will have a structured forum for connection with domestic students, and you may immerse yourself in American culture while teaching others about your own culture, and perhaps become lifelong friends. Upon the conclusion of the semester, you will receive a small scholarship. Are you interested? Apply and join us now! Priority deadline is April 10, 2024
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Canadian Immigration System
Fri, Apr 12th, 12-1:00pm Virtual
Register
Canada is one of the most multicultural countries in the world, with clean and friendly cities, world-class universities, and business and job opportunities. Express Entry is the application process for skilled immigrants who want to settle in Canada permanently and participate in our economy. Express Entry facilitates selecting individuals most likely to succeed in Canada through a point system for factors including age, education, employment experience, and language skills. Country of citizenship is not a factor for eligibility, and there are no country caps. Attend the Embassy of Canada’s information session to learn directly from their senior immigration officer what experience, skills, and background are required to make Canada is your permanent home. Learn more about how the Express Entry system works and what Canada offers you and your family.
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International Coffee Hour
Thursday, April 11th 2:30 - 3:30pm
Hornbake Plaza
Register
| 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. | |
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2024 Doctoral Career Pathways Conference
April 22-26
The 7th Annual Doctoral Career Pathways Conference will increase your knowledge, curiosity, and excitement about how to get from here, wherever you are in your doctoral training, to your career beyond Maryland. This event brings together alumni, current doctoral students, and postdocs to learn about the wide variety of career paths available to those with doctoral degrees; gain knowledge about the work alumni do and the skills necessary for success in their chosen career path and industry; allow alumni to speak about opportunities at their organization; create an opportunity for networking and advice sharing among all attendees.
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Tianyi Dance Team's Annual Showcase
Saturday, April 13th 7pm
Tianyi Dance Team is the University of Maryland's only Chinese cultural dance team. We are a group of students on a mission to break down cross-cultural barriers through the graceful, yet powerful language of dance.
Come witness this unique art form for yourself at our annual showcase, "Spirit of Vitality", on April 13th, 2024 at 7PM in Hoff Theater! Doors open at 6:30PM, and the show starts at 7PM. Admission is FREE for everyone!!
We will be livestreaming! Link will be in our Instagram bio (@tianyidance), and can also be accessed through our Youtube channel.
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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...
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Men's Rugby Club Recruitment
Rugby is an incredibly international sport, with many athletes coming from various backgrounds and nationalities. The on-campus club team is looking to expand recruitment to be more inclusive and appeal to a broader student-athlete audience. We believe that the many international students here at UMD could benefit our program tremendously and that our club fosters a great community within which those student-athletes will thrive.
Contact: Luke Farren at lfarren@terpmail.umd.edu
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Peer Nutrition Coaching
The University Health Center's virtual Peer Nutrition Coaching service offers students support, encouragement and guidance in reaching general healthy eating goals, based on the USDA Dietary Guidelines. The Peer Nutrition Coach will help you break down your nutrition goal into manageable steps and offer ongoing support and accountability. This is a free service.
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