Student Spotlight - Sara Derakhshan
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Sara Derakhshan is an international student from Iran. 🇮🇷 🇮🇷 🇮🇷 When she was in her country, she used to be an English teacher for more than ten years. Sara came to the US in August 2020, the pandemic year! She had quite a journey. At the time she applied for the US visa, the US has no embassy in Iran. She had to travel to another country for her interview. When she got her visa issued, all the borders got closed due to the pandemic, and she could not have her passport back for about six months! When she finally received her passport, she had to be quarantined in a third country! She stayed in Turkey for sixteen nights, and then flew to the US. |
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Now Sara is pursuing her MBA program with a concentration in Marketing at Raj Soin College of Business here at Wright State University. Since the time she arrived to Wright State University, she says that “she received a lot of support, which made her feel at home”.
Sara loves learning new things every day and plans to enhance her skills to be successful in her major. Sara expresses that …”knowledge is the most precious thing that every single person possesses. I hope my story is an inspiration for women to know that they can always overcome all the barriers on their way if they are determined and dedicated in pursuing their goals in life”
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Request Travel Signature
Are you traveling and need to get your I-20 signed? You must request it in advance by clicking the link below.
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Immigration Q & A
Got questions for our Immigration team? Join us live on WebEx:
Tuesdays & Thursdays at 3-4pm.
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COVID-19 Vaccine Availability at WSU |
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Wright State Physicians now has the COVID-19 vaccine available. International students are eligible even though they are not residents of Ohio.
Wright State Physicians vaccine clinics are held at 2455 Executive Park Boulevard, across from the Dayton Campus, by appointment only.
For more information, please visit wrightstatephysicians.org or call 937-245-7200.
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Wright State University International Admissions will begin reviewing your original official transcripts, mark sheets and degree certificates starting February 1, 2021.
Due to the pandemic, we will review your transcripts remotely, and return your documents to you via FedEx.
Please choose one of the options below:
1. Hand-deliver your transcript in a sealed envelope to the Wright State University Mail Center, 011 Millett Hall. Be sure to write “International Admissions UCIE, E190 SU” on the outside of the envelope.
2. Mail your transcripts to: International Admissions, University Center for International Education, E 190 Student Union, Wright State University, 3640 Colonel Glenn Highway, Dayton, OH 45435.
3. Drop your transcripts in the UCIE mail slot located in front of the University Center for International Education, E190 Student Union. The UCIE is located next to the Bookstore. We recommend that you submit your documents in a sealed envelope.
We will scan your documents, end-date your registration hold, and return the originals to you promptly via FedEx. We will email you the tracking number.
We appreciate your patience and cooperation and hope you are having a great semester!
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Conversion of Failing Grades |
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Recognizing the difficulties many students have faced that may have impacted their ability to perform at their best level, Wright State University is providing an automatic conversion of failing grades for undergraduate students that we hope will minimize long term damage to these students’ GPAs as a result of the continued challenges we face during the COVID-19 pandemic.
At the end of spring and summer 2021, all faculty will submit their course grades (A, B, C, D, F, X, or NR) by the grading deadline. After the deadline, all grades of F will be automatically converted to U. All grades of X will be automatically converted to XU. F-grades received as a result of an academic integrity violation will be converted back to an F-grade by the registrar upon consultation with the Office of Community Standards and Student Conduct.
Grading Deadline
Spring 2021: Noon, Wednesday, May 5
Summer 2021: Noon, Wednesday, August 4
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Spring OPT application process is now open. You can access and complete all required documents for the OPT application.
If you are an international student graduating in the Spring 2021 semester, you may start applying for OPT after January 31, 2021.
Choose an OPT start date between May 2 and June 30, 2021.
PLEASE NOTE: If you have any reservations regarding graduation for Spring 2021 semester, please do not apply for OPT until after semester end grades have been posted.
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How can I apply for an OPT I-20 and where can I obtain it since the UCIE office is closed?
Although the campus is temporarily closed, OPT applications are still being processed daily. Please scan and email the application with department approval to fei.yu@wright.edu. After it is processed, we will mail the I-20 to you.
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 from the change:
1. When you start a new job.
2. When you change addresses.
3. Periods of unemployment.
4. 6-month validation (You can email fei.yu@wright.edu after you update your employment information and residential address through SEVP Portal)
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.
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Graduation Ceremony Updates |
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Wright State will once again hold in-person commencement ceremonies for our spring class of 2021. There will be multiple Dayton Campus ceremonies on April 30 and May 1 to accommodate safety guidelines. University health and safety protocols will be observed.
Commencement ceremony schedule:
Graduate School (master's, Ph.D., and Ed.D. graduates)
Friday, April 30
7:00 p.m.
Raj Soin College of Business and College of Education and Human Services
Saturday, May 1
10:00 a.m.
College of Engineering and Computer Science and College of Science and Mathematics
Saturday, May 1
2:00 p.m.
College of Liberal Arts and College of Nursing and Health
Saturday, May 1
6:00 p.m.
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Dear Students,
US Government Agencies (Social Security, Department of Motor Vehicles, Student and Exchange Visitor Program {SEVP}) will never call you on the phone and request person information or credit card information. A recent Scam has Scammers Using SEVP Phone Numbers to Target International Students
Things to remember:
· US Government Agencies will NEVER ask stakeholders to provide credit/debit card/gift card numbers, wire transfers, or bank routing numbers, or to make bitcoin deposits for any purpose.
· NEVER divulge personal or financial information to unknown callers.
· Report all suspicious calls to the police and if you are unsure about the validity of a call from SEVP officials reach out to the UCIE by emailing askucie@wright.edu
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The Raider Food Pantry at WSU serves all in need of emergency food assistance.
Students will be asked to show a photo ID, verify their University ID number,
and fill out a short form. The Food Pantry will be open on:
Tuesday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Wednesday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Thursday 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
The pantry is located in 055 Student Union.
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University Park Tour Apartment |
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Take a self-guided tour of a Parks Apartment on
Fridays 12:00 Noon - 2:00 PM.
The tour room is located right next to the Community Office (2070 1C).
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Convo Club is a place to practice English conversational skills and make friendships with domestic and other international students.
Join us on WebEx on Mondays 3-4pm and Thursdays 4-5pm
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Join the Virtual Open Mic THIS FRIDAY March 26 at 3:30 PM!
Show your hidden talents by given us a video of singing, dancing, or any other talents.
There will be prizes!
Anyone can participate. No need to sign up ahead of time!
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Join our live workshops on WebEx by clicking the "Join Tax Workshop" button below
Mondays: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM and
Thursdays: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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How to Purchase your Sprintax Access Code |
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The cost of the access code is $5 , which provides a $30 discount for our students. Keep in mind that this access code can be used just for the Federal Return form (8843 form). |
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How to Stay Updated With All New Tax Rules |
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Can't make it to one of the live workshops? You can watch a pre-recorded workshop using the link below. |
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Learn more about the process of filing taxes with Sprintax by watching
YouTube Videos.
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Everything Nonresidents Need to Know About the
W-2 and 1099 Forms
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UCIE Virtual Graduation Celebration |
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SAVE THE DATE!
The UCIE is planning a Virtual Graduation Celebration to recognize all our Spring 21 graduates!
Friday, April 30th at 12:00 PM
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Do you have any photos or news from your time at WSU you'd like to share with us? We will display them during our celebration. Please email your photos to askucie@wright.edu |
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International Friendships |
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Trueman House Spring Cleaning |
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March 27, 2021 (13:00 – 17:00) |
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Come ready to help give Trueman House a good spring cleaning!
They will do some things like cleaning the yard (leaves, weeding, burning leaves/sticks, washing the siding) and cleaning the house as well (washing the baseboards/walls, cleaning the fans & vents, doing some touch up painting, etc).
There will be a list of things, so come ready to pitch in with whatever!
Lunch will be provided. :)
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Trueman Table Tennis Tournament |
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March 28, 2021 (13:00 – 19:00) |
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Join for a fun table tennis tournament - all skill levels welcome!
Limited to the first 12 players that sign up.
Cash prize for 1st and 2nd winners.
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April 2, 2021 18:30 – 23:30 |
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Join for an ALL IFI event as all Life Groups are welcome to join for this Good Friday celebration. You'll learn about Good Friday and why and how Christians around the world celebrate it.
Food and rides provided from both WSU and UD:)
MASKS required!
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More Events at Wright State |
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Virtual Employer Resume Critiques |
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Need to check your Resume?
Join the Virtual Employer Resume Critique to get a professional feedback.
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Employer resume critiques with Heapy on the 26th of March at 2pm!
Make your appointment with Sheryl (sheryl.kent@wright.edu)
to secure your 15 minute time slot!
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Looking to improve your interviewing skills?
Sign up for a Mock Interview during Mock Interview Days!
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March 30, 2021 (5:30 PM - 7:00 PM)
Join us in welcoming Society of Women in Engineering collegiate members from all across Ohio during this virtual meet-up! During this event, members will have the opportunity to learn from professionals during a Q&A panel.
We will also get to learn what other SWE chapters have done this past year!
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Join the Wright State Theatre Streaming on
Friday, March 26 to Sunday, March 28, 2021
Ticket info: Ticket cost: $10.00
Book and Lyrics by Neil Bartram
Music by Brian Hill
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April 1 2021 (6:00 PM - 7:30 PM)
LMSA is inviting the Boonshoft community to participate in a cultural cooking event on April 1st. Under the guidance of Luisa Sanchez, we are going to learn how to make Venezuelan arepas from scratch in our own homes. She will give us a walk through of the basic recipe, which can be modified with various toppings and proteins.
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Participation is open to everyone! Meeting is on Webex in meeting room# 160 051 9885. To enter the room, type the room number into the box under Join a Meeting and enter the password: arepas to be allowed access. |
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Miracle Makers: RCA Penny Wars |
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March 28 2021 at 12:00 PM EDT to
April 10 2021 at 1:00 PM EDT
The different floors of residence halls will be having a penny war against each other floor. We will also be trying to compete against UD to raise more money than them.
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Join Wright State Recreation Events to explore a new local park, go on a hike, etc ! Meet new friends, get outside, enjoy the fresh air and move your legs! Make sure you bring water a snack, and dress for the weather. |
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Recreation Group is currently offering:
- Fitness Center Workouts
- Driveway 5K April 24, 2021
- Lap Swimming
- Intramural Sports ($)
- Group Exercise Classes
- Adapted Recreation Work Out Buddies
- Climbing Wall
- Kayaking ($)
- Running, Hiking & biking
- Sport Club Practices ($)
- Personal Training ($)
($) denotes a cost may be associated with the activity.
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Fitness Center: Reservations for 1 hour works, in groups of 8 can be made every 15 minutes during operating hours. At-Risk workouts are also available from 2:30-3:30.
Driveway 5K: The Second Annual Driveway 5k is a virtual 5K event hosted to raise money for students in need! The event will take place on April 24th, more information will be available soon!
Lap Swim: Reservations can be made every 30 minutes during operating hours.
Intramural Sports: Softball, Volleyball and Cornhole registration ends soon, but we have room for more teams! Don’t have a team but want to get involved, contact us!
Group Exercise Classes: IN PERSON CLASSES HAVE STARTED! We are excited to announce the schedule. We also are continuing our virtual fitness classes including Bootcamp, Yoga, Heartfulness and Sleep Meditations’.
Adapted Recreation Work Out Buddies: Do you need assistance in our fitness center due to a disability? Make an appointment with us to set up a time to have a person assist you with your workout!
Climbing Wall: The wall is now open from 3:30-7:30pm Monday – Friday.
Kayaking: Come kayak with us at Eastwood Metropark! All skill levels welcome. Kayaking will begin April 2!
Running, Hiking and Biking groups: We have been running and hiking all winter and we look forward to more meet ups this spring and summer! The Biking group rides will start April 5 and continue throughout the summer! Visit: wright.edu/outdoor for more information.
Sport Club Practices: Many clubs are actively practicing and some clubs have been approved for competition! Visit Engage to search for a club you be interested in joining! If you don’t see a club listed, contact us to get it started!
Personal Training: Are you trying to get started or maybe you hit a plateau, work with our staff to help you meet your fitness goals. Small and Large session packages are available!
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Hi all,
Wright State's Campus Recreation partners with Five Rivers Metroparks every year to inspire adventure! This year, they are having five virtual presentations and two panel discussions. Presentations are on Thursdays and begin at 7 P.M.
Adventure Speaker Series Schedule
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March 25 – Broken Pieces: Injury and Survival on the Oregon Desert Trail, by Stacy Boone
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April 1 – Finding Your River, by Ellen “Magellan” Falterman
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April 8 – Tykes on Hikes: Adventuring with Kids of All Ages, by Nailah Blades Wylie
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April 15 – The Adventure Color Gap: Diversity in the Great Outdoors, with Color Outside founder Nailah Blades, Latino Outdoors Coordinator and WSU alumni Juan M. Muñoz Jiménez; moderated by WSU Intercultural Specialist for Bolinga Black Cultural Center Quatez Scott
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April 22 – Setting a New World Record in Grand Canyon National Park, by Dale Sanders
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More than 40 vendors offer a unique selection from delicious lunch options to fresh vegetables, meats and eggs, artisan breads, cheeses, flowers, bottles of wine, delectable sweets and home decor! |
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International Admissions Office Hours |
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WRIGHT STATE UNIVERSITY
E190 Student Union
3640 Colonel Glenn Hwy.
Dayton, OH 45435 USA
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