Student Spotlight - Sheetal Sreepada
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Hi Raiders!
My name is Sheetal Sreepada and I'm an international student from India. I'm pursuing my Master's in Microbiology and Immunology and so far it's been an exhilarating experience. I love that everyone is always there for any questions we have or just an ear to listen to.
As an international student, I found it pretty tough in the beginning with the weather, and the curriculum was all so different from what I was used to. I admit, I didn't deal well with that, but I adapted and I am finally in a good place.
For everyone going through something similar, I want to say don't give up! You're here because you did something right! And you can achieve anything you set your mind to!
Sheetal's email - sreepadavenkata.2@wright.edu
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A group of high school students from Bosnia and Herzegovina visited Wright State University as part of an international youth leadership, community-building program.
The Sept. 29 stop was part of a three-week visit to the Dayton area by 17 selected students and three high school teachers from the southeastern European country.
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The University of Panama has honored Damaris Serrano, Ph.D., associate professor of Spanish at Wright State University, with a national award for her book on Panamanian literature.
It was part of a literary contest titled “Octavio Méndez Pereira, Premio Único 2021″ in honor of Ricaurte Soler, a Panamanian philosopher and historian of continental prestige
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Latin American Coffee Party
Latin American Coffee Party is happening on Friday, October 15th from 3 pm to 4:30 pm! Come sample various coffee and mate from Latin America. Enjoy traditional music, games, and a chance to meet friends from around the globe.
Location: UCIE office, E190, Student Union
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𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗹𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲!
Join us November 1st-5th as we go global all week long at Wright State.
International Education Week (IEW), is an initiative led by the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education to celebrate the benefits of international education and exchange. It is observed in more than 100 countries worldwide every November.
Stay tuned to learn more about these upcoming events!
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Join UCIE Convo Club to discuss different topics and learn more about other cultures. International students and American students are welcome!
In-Person on Mondays 2:00-3:00 PM
Location: UCIE office, E190 Student Union and check UCIE Facebook page for location updates before the event
Virtual on Thursdays 3:30 - 4:30 PM
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Pop In Tuesdays is happening every Tuesday from 12 pm to 1 pm!
You can come and enjoy FREE popcorn, meet new friends, learn more about our programs and what's poppin' this semester.
Location: UCIE office, E190 Student Union
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Indian Student Association Events
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Let's Dance Flash Mob
Date: Oct. 29th
Location: Student Union Atrium
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Talent Hunt
Date: Nov. 5th, from 4 pm - 1 am
Location: Apollo Room, Student Union
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Dive In Movie: OLD/ Canoe Battleship
Friday, October 15 2021 at 6:00 PM
Location: Student Union Pool
Not drive-in but DIVE-In Movie! We will be hosting the Movie OLD in the Student Union Pool. There will also be Canoe Battlship!
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The STEMM Experience
October 23rd, 09:00AM - 12:30PM
Location: Student Union
This is the place to be if your future includes science, technology, engineering, mathematics or medicine. Register by October 20. Seats are limited!
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𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝘂𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘂𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗗𝗮𝘆𝘁𝗼𝗻 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻:
𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗮 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗿𝘆 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗶𝗹𝗲
𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗸𝗲𝘆𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗲 𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗿 𝗗𝗿. 𝗩𝗮𝗿𝘂𝗻 𝗝𝗲𝗽𝗵
Date: Thursday, October 14, 2021
Time: 7pm
Meeting ID: 848 3816 2418
Passcode: 153112
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China Town Hall
October 19th, is the annual China Town Hall! Join DCOWA and the NCUSCR hosting Fareed Zakaria on webcast at 7pm, followed by expert local commentary from Wright State University's Dr. Laura Luehrmann of the School of Public & International Affairs
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FREE Thanksgiving Dinner
The Conversational English Partners at WSU invites you to attend a Traditional American Thanksgiving Dinner on Nov 12 at 6:30 pm at Fairborn Senior Center
Everyone who attends should have a ticket so that they know how much food to prepare.
Those picking up the tickets should provide a phone number for contact if any changes will occur.
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University Libraries Students Advisory Board
University Libraries are looking for 2 international students who would like to become a member of the University Libraries Students Advisory Board. Any interested student can contact Karen Wilhoit karen.wilhoit@wright.edu by mid-October
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Wright State University International Admissions has opted to receive your transcripts/mark sheets from New Students for Summer and Fall Semesters anytime during UCIE’s regular business hours. We’ve also designated two drop box locations for your convenience.
We won’t be able to review them while you wait, but they will be reviewed within 7-10 business days of receipt. We will send an email to your Wright State University email when they are ready to be picked up. Please be sure to include your original official transcripts, mark sheets (with holograms if applicable) and degree certificates.
You may drop your original documents at one of the following locations:
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The University Center for International Education (UCIE) Front Desk (190 Student Union) during regular business hours (8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.
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Drop Box located outside UCIE (190 Student Union) if you are unable to come to campus.
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Drop Box located outside Room 311 Russ Engineering (Electrical Engineering Dept.)
The International Admissions Team will review your transcripts and end-date your transcript hold.
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- October 15 - Last day to drop/withdraw and receive 100% tuition refund (B term)
- Oct. 22 - Last day to drop course without a grade (B term)
- Oct. 22 - Last day to drop course with a W grade (Full term)
Click here to view full academic calendar.
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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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OPT Application Submission
for Fall 2021
If you are an international student graduating in the Fall 2021 semester, you may start applying for OPT on September 12, 2021.
Please use this link to access and complete all required documents for the OPT application.
Choose an OPT start date between December 11, 2021 and February 8, 2022. The final date for Fall 2021 graduates to submit application materials for OPT is February 8, 2022.
PLEASE NOTE: If you have any reservations regarding graduation for Fall 2021 semester, please do not apply for OPT until after semester end grades have been posted.
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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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Dayton Campus COVID-19 testing and vaccination center opens, required surveillance testing begins
The center will offer free COVID-19 vaccines to students, faculty and staff and weekly required surveillance testing of randomly selected community members.
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Free WSU Face Mask
Wright State faculty, staff, and registered students can pick up a new free Wright State face mask! Please bring your Wright1 Card to The Hangar, Union Market, Starbucks, Tim Horton's, Rey Rey Café, or Raider Mart. See the cashier for your face mask.
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COVID-19 vaccination reporting and giveaway now open
Uploading your vaccine card and entering the vaccination giveaway are free. The deadline is 11:59 p.m. on November 22, 2021.
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Apply for Covid-19 Relief Funding!
Are you registered for classes for Fall 21? You can apply for the COVID relief funds!
You must select a reason for why you need COVID-19 relief funds.
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COVID-19 Vaccine Availability
You can receive COVID-19 vaccinations for FREE through Wright State Physicians.
call 937-245-7200 to schedule your vaccination appointment.
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COVID-19 Self Reporting Form
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Hungarian Ancestry Scholarship is now available to students of Hungarian descent to attend Wright State
Italian American Scholarship provides financial assistance to students of Italian descent at Wright State University.
Polatajko Family Scholarship for Students of Eastern European Descent for students of Eastern European descent to attend Wright State.
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Counseling and Wellness Services
Students can now reach a Raider Cares counselor at 937-775-4567.
It is a 24/7 telephone crisis service. They offer a wide range of therapeutic services including group, individual, couples, and family therapy.
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Women Walking West (W3) is a non-profit organization, that strives to promote access to opportunities needed to succeed in school and life for foreign-born women in the U.S. Their services are at no cost. Learn more Here or by contacting Alicia alicia.farbstein@womenwalkingwest.org
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Women's Center provides personal care items such as toothpaste, body wash, deodorant, tampons, etc. The pantry is open from 8:30 a.m. until 5 p.m. Monday-Friday.
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WSU Raider Food Pantry works to end food insecurity in the lives of Wright Students by providing them with access to food so they may focus on their academic endeavors.
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The use of all types of tobacco products is prohibited in all university facilities, on all university-owned or leased grounds, including the woods, university-owned or operated residence halls and apartments at Dayton and Lake campuses, and at all university-sponsored events, regardless of location.
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Be aware of Phishing and Fake Job Offer Scams that you may receive in your email. CaTS has noticed a recent increase in the number of phishing attempts, specifically fake job offer scams and gift card exchanges, targeting Wright State faculty, staff, and students.
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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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Hiking:
October 20 at 6:00 PM
October 27 at 6:00 PM
November 3 at 6:00 PM
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Running:
October 14 at 5:30 PM
October 19 at 5:30 PM
October 21 at 5:30 PM
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Rock Climbing:
October 14 at 3:30 PM -7:30 PM
October 15 at 3:30 PM - 7:30 PM
October 18 at 3:30 PM -7:30 PM
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Group Fitness classes schedule:
Workout on Monday - Thursday 7 am - 10 pm,
Friday 7 am - 9 pm, and Saturday 10 am - 5 pm.
All free to students!
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Muslim volunteers and social service professionals who are dedicated to providing not for profit services to those in need in the Greater Dayton Area.
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Hall Hunger Initiative
Hall Hunger Initiative is working with their partners to create a sustainable and just community food system here in the Miami Valley that provides good food for all.
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The Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Mental Health Services of Montgomery County
Instantly connect with local service providers for addiction, rehab, mental health, and more. Simply use the interactive directory to find a facility near you.
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United Way of the Greater Dayton Area
Find the help you need.
Leading a UNITED community to uplift our neighbors. Here you can find a lot of useful resources in the Greater Dayton Area.
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Corn Maze Adventure & Fall Fun At Apple Country Farm Market
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Halloween Haunt at Kings Island
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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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