Dear International Slugs,
Can you believe we’re more than halfway through the quarter? We imagine nearly everyone is busy working through midterms and projects. Hold on, as graduation season and summer break are only a few weeks away.
We know that some of you may be struggling through other stressful situations, such as the surging COVID crisis in India that may be directly affecting you and your family members. Global Engagement and our campus partners including CAPS and Radical Resilience are working together to bring you our Global Support Series. These events will provide a space for you to process with other international students and scholars, seek support, and more. Whether you’re concerned about the pandemic or changes in immigration regulations, we are here to listen and to support you.
Check out the other information below for important information about preparing for commencement (for those who are graduating), enrolling in Summer Session (for those who are not), and other programs that you may want to join, as time and energy allow. Lastly, we hope those who observe Ramadan had a joyous Eid al Fitr.
As the weather gets warmer in Santa Cruz, we’d like to remind everyone that you are not alone and there is a light at the end of the tunnel.
In support and solidarity,
Victoria, Andy, and Lisa
Global Programming
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The first event in this series:
Circle of Support for International Students
In solidarity with you, our international students, as you experience these challenging times, we are inviting you to a circle of support, where you can share your fears, concerns, and hopes in a supportive and welcoming gathering. This circle of mutual support will be guided by Vicki Duval, UCSC Restorative Justice Program, and Dr. Nupur Sahai, international psychologist at CAPS, with staff from ISSS, Global Programming, and College Nine and Ten.
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What is the best time and date for the "Circle of Support for International Students"?
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Wednesday, May 19 at 19:00 PDT
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Thursday, May 20 at 8:00 PDT
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Global Engagement Resources & Events |
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The extended deadline to file your taxes is coming up on May 17, 2021.
To help you file U.S. federal or California state taxes, GE has compiled a list of tax resources, slides, and recordings from previous tax workshops to assist you.
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Are you looking into Optional Practical Training? Make sure you attend one of the mandatory OPT workshops before you apply!
All OPT workshops will be held virtually, pre-registration is not required. Dates and times are subject to change.
Remaining Spring 2021 workshops:
- Friday, May 14, 13:00-14:00 PDT
- Thursday, May 27, 10:00-11:00 PDT
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Are you dreaming of the day when you can travel internationally again?
Satisfy your wanderlust through Global Learning's I Dream of Travel campaign a virtual series of activities and entertainment.
Here are some ways to get involved:
- Create a travel vision board
- Share photos of your favorite food from your home country
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Check out our Wanderlist: TV and Film recommendations.
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Campus Resources & Events |
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Interested in taking summer classes?
Need to get some extra credits and courses under your belt?
Summer Session Enrollment is now open! Check out which classes are available, and the tuition rates here.
You have until the deadline for each session to enroll.
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Are you in senior standing and about to graduate?
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About to Graduate? Chat with Yeng Yang at Career Success. |
Graduating Seniors,
If you haven’t met with Yeng Yang, International Career Coach at Career Success, now is the time!
Have questions about career goals? Want more networking tips? Not sure how to start the job search process?
Make an advising appointment with Yeng through Handshake.
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Are you looking to practice your English with a native English speaker? International students, scholars, and family members are welcome to join English in Action.
Practice English with an American volunteer for an hour each week.
There is no charge for this program.
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Join CAPS on Friday, May 14 at 10:00 PDT for their Spring Into Wellness Conference for 2021! This is a great opportunity to connect with CAPS staff and Peer Educators and attend workshops regarding managing stress, practicing self-care, and learning more about mental health. There is a raffle drawing for folks who register and attend at least one presentation over Zoom.
Want to learn more about the different workshops? Click here!
Registration is required to be eligible for the raffle prize: a $50 Amazon gift card. Two winners will be chosen.
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Biking is a great way to maintain social distance while getting fresh air and exercise. Do you want to get back on a bike, but it's been a while? Join UCSC TAPS and Ecology Action for one of their interactive online workshops or events to help keep you riding all year long! |
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If you are a graduate student, join us on Friday, May 14 at 14:00 PDT for an AA/PI Graduate Student Needs-Assessment and Listening Session.
AA/PIRC would like to hear from Asian and Asian-American identifying grad students of their specific needs during this turbulent moment. Share in this community space with AA/PI grad students to discuss the ways anti-Asian violence is impacting your health and well-being, educational and professional development, and interpersonal relationships.
We invite those who would like to participate in this program but are unable to attend, to fill out the following survey. Respondents will receive a gift voucher.
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The Resilience Series is a 9-week program for students to gain tools for personal/academic development, community care, and sharing in a safe space.
Each session covers a different topic related to resilience and includes guided meditations, group discussions, and wellness resources!
Sessions will start during Week 2 and will be offered on Tuesdays from 13:30-15:00 PDT and Wednesdays from 10:00-11:30 PDT. Tuesday and Wednesday sessions will feature the same practices and resources, so students are encouraged to choose a day that works best with their schedule.
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The Ethnic Resource Centers on campus are giving out gift cards to help students who are struggling with food insecurity.
This program is open only to current UCSC students, and is available to the first 200 students that apply.
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Conversations about our World: Identity, Ambivalence, Homecoming: Travels Between Asian and Asian American Studies |
Presented by the University of Oregon.
May 13, 2021 at 17:00 PDT
This conversation explores the relationship between Asian studies and Asian American studies, reflecting on both the commonalities as well as distinctions between these endeavors.
How can these different perspectives be brought together productively?
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We're spotlighting graduating global slugs as they get ready to go off into the world. |
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Shingen Chen
Home Country: Taiwan
Major: Business Management & Economics
What is your favorite UCSC memory? Having fun with friends in the apartments.
What was your most compelling academic class?
Intro to acting. That class had an interesting professor that was engaging.
Any future plans?
I am planning on enrolling in an MBA program or a job near San Diego.
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Linh Ha
Home Country: Vietnam
Majors: Psychology & Biology
What is your favorite UCSC memory? What I miss the most about UCSC was the nature and how open people in that place were. We just can go around in the woods and just enjoy the fresh air there. It made me feel like I was at Hogwarts!
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Global Programming
globalprogramming@ucsc.edu
Classroom Unit, Room 103, Santa Cruz
CA 95064 United States
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