Wednesday, March 30th, 2022
Hello check out the latest news and updates from the University Center for International Education for Wright State international community.
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Student Spotlight - Xirenayi Tuerhong
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Xirenayi Tuerhong is one of our international students from China. She is a junior majoring in Accounting.
I did my general education at Skyline Community College in San Bruno which is located near San Francisco. After completing 2 years of college, I was going to apply to a university in California. However, one of my friends who graduated from Wright State University suggested me to apply here, and I'm very glad she did.
After coming to Wright State, I was able to experience not only the effectiveness of professors but also the generosity of the staff and how they help international students to succeed. I love platforms and tools that are available for us to use in order to build a campus life and be able to fully integrate with both learning and building a social life. There is no doubt that there are great benefits for us of having both domestic and international students on campus. It helps to create a more diverse community and an opportunity to learn from each other.
As we know, a lot of international students come to the United States with many expectations of learning more about local culture, as well as being involved in other cultures. Wright State University is a place full of diversity, and I would advise international students to be more involved and take advantage of its rich social environment.
I'm extremely grateful for all the support and efforts the school made for international students to feel comfortable while facing the new chapter in their lives.
Student's email - tuerhong.2@wright.edu
Fill out the form below if you would like to be featured in our next Student Spotlight!
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Thank you for coming and celebrating Holi with the UCIE and the Indian Student Association last week! We were happy to enjoy this wonderful festival of colors with you!
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Wright State offering virtual student exchange courses with Kenya, Tanzania and Poland
Virtual student exchange courses at Wright State University are being launched with Poland, Tanzania and Kenya to make international education more accessible.
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Students, Professors Weigh in on Spread of Misinformation About Russia and Ukraine
The Russo-Ukrainian War is an ongoing conflict in eastern Europe that began in 2014 but escalated to an invasion on Feb. 24, 2022. Since then, the New Yorker has coined the war as the first “TikTok War,” due to the firsthand content flooding social media from Ukraine.
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Dayton Campus Testing and Vaccination Center Updates
Pfizer vaccinations and boosters are available at the Dayton Campus Testing and Vaccination Center on Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to noon. Schedule an appointment. You can also schedule a vaccination appointment at Wright State Physicians by calling or texting 937-245-7200.
Wright State students and employees can pick up one rapid test a week at the Testing and Vaccination Center. Bring your ID to receive a test:
- Mondays and Fridays: 9 a.m. to noon
- Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays: 9 a.m. and 4 p.m.
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Mock Interviews with Career Services
Come and improve your interview skills with the WSU Career Service advisors!
You will be able to practice an American job interview with professionals and get feedback on your resume!
*Don’t forget to bring a copy of the resume for the review*
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Convo Clubs & Pop In Mondays |
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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 and Thursdays 3:30 - 4:30 PM
Location: UCIE office, E190 Student Union
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Pop In Mondays is happening every Monday 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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Need help with filing your taxes? Join our virtual Tax workshops on:
Tuesdays- 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Wednesdays- 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Fridays- 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
The filing deadline is April 18, 2022.
All international students/scholars who were in the U.S. between January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021, will need to file taxes.
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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 $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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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
• 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
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Sprintax webinars will provide an overview of the core principles of US nonresident tax for international students and scholars.
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Commencement Ceremonies 2022 |
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If you are a 2020 virtual commencement graduate student and you missed your commencement due to COVID-19, you can join an in-person commencement. There will be two final opportunities to walk at commencement: spring of 2022 or fall of 2022.
Dates/times for the commencement ceremonies:
Graduate School (Masters, Ph.D., and Ed.D. graduates)
Friday, April 29, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. DEADLINE: March 31, 2022
Friday, December 9, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. registration OPEN and DEADLINE: October 1 - November 1, 2022
Undergraduates
Saturday, April 30, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. DEADLINE: March 31, 2022
Saturday, December 10, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. OPEN and DEADLINE: October 1 -November 1, 2022
Registration for the Fall 2022 commencement ceremony will be open from October 1-November 1, 2022. Do not register early!
Please register your attendance at: graduation@wright.edu and mention:
o Full Name
o Class (spring 2020, summer 2020, etc.)
o College/School
o Degree (Bachelor’s, Master’s, Ph.D.)
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Saturday, April 23, 2022 - Last day of classes
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Monday, April 25, 2022 - Full Term Final Examinations Begin
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Friday, April 29, 2022 - Graduation/Commencement - Graduate School (master's/doctoral students)
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Saturday, April 30, 2022 - Graduation/Commencement - Undergraduate Students
Click here to view full academic calendar.
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Immigration Virtual Open Advising |
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Do you have questions for our immigration team?
Join any of the virtual Open Advising sessions indicated below:
- Tuesday/Thursday event at 3 PM
- Wednesday event at 10 AM
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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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Bingo Night
Date: April 1, from 6 PM - 9 PM
Location: Student Union Apollo Room
Hosted by University Activities Board and The Alumni Association. Join for food, fun, prizes and cash bar.
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Afro Latino Spotlight
Date: April 7, from 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
In collaboration with the Bolinga Black Cultural Resources Center and the Division of Inclusive Excellence, join us as we celebrate Afro Latinos, while enjoying FREE FOOD and a performance from one of the most promising female composers from Latin America.
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Self-Care Pantry
Women's Center provides personal care items such as toothpaste, body wash, deodorant, tampons, etc. They also have various items for student-parents and caregivers such as diapers, formula, wipes, and more.
Fill out an online form to receive self-care items, and Women's Center. You are limited to using the pantry once a month. Learn more here.
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The Wright State University 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.
The Raider Food Pantry is located in 055 Student Union. You must schedule an appointment via the online appointment
on the website
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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.
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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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Mohican Kayak & Camp
Date: Saturday, April 9. - Sunday, April 10, 2022.
Enjoy the beautiful Mohican State Park and the Mohican River. Have a nice relaxing weekend with some friends as we set paddle down the Mohican River. After a day full of boats and friends come settle down at the Mohican State Park for a nice warm meal, fun games, a bonfire, and camping.
Cost: $100
Activity Level: Beginner: The river is shallow and slow should be a breeze to kayak down.
Registration is required by Monday, April 4th!
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Spring 2022 Indoor Rock Climbing Gym Hours
Monday: 3 - 7 p.m.
Tuesday: 3 - 7 p.m.
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 2 - 7 p.m.
Friday: 12 - 7 p.m.
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Spring 2022 Running Hours
Tuesdays & Thursdays at 5:30 p.m.!
Each run will be anywhere from 2 to 4 miles in length, with the option to do more or less.
Register on IMLeagues and meet us at The Alumni Tower behind the Student Union.
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Spring 2022 Hiking
Join us on Saturday at 1 p.m. at The Narrows in Beavercreek!
Hike through miles of woods and meadows along the Little Miami River and say hi to different types of birds in the Raptor Aviary! Register on IMLeagues.
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Open Swim Pool Hours
7 a.m. - 2 p.m. Monday - Friday.
The entrance is in the Fitness Center through the locker rooms.
Free for students!
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Dayton Ohio - Black Heritage Through Visual Rhythms |
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Springboro, Ohio - Phantom |
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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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