ISSS News: International Education Week

Nov 14, 2023

ISSS Announcements

Thanksgiving Holiday Closure

ISSS will be closed for the Thanksgiving break from Wednesday Nov. 22 - Friday, Nov. 24.

We will reopen with normal hours and services on Monday, Nov. 27.

If you have an emergency during this time please follow standard University emergency procedures by contacting the University Police Department at 301-405-3555 or visiting the ISSS Safety and Emergency Resource page.

International Education Week 2023

From Nov. 13-17, Maryland will join education institutions across the U.S. and around the world in celebrating International Education Week 2023 (IEW). IEW provides a platform to celebrate the international diversity and global collaboration that contribute to our university's vibrancy and excellence. It is also a chance to acknowledge the importance of equitable access to international education and global learning opportunities--a global education for all--in Maryland's response to the grand challenges of our time. See our full calendar of #IEW2023 events here.

2023 ISSS Services Survey

Share your feedback on ISSS services. Check your email for the invitation link sent October 26th.

In Your Final Term? Consider OPT

If you will be graduating at the end of the Fall 2023 term, it may be a good idea to start thinking about the application procedure for Optional Practical Training (OPT). For Post-Completion OPT, students may apply no earlier than 90 days and no later than 60 days from the completion of your academic program. More information on application procedures here. For other Final Term reminders, please review here.

International Coffee Hour

Thur, Nov 16, 2:30-3:30pm

Language House Patio behind St. Mary's Hall

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!

The next coffee hour this term will be Thursday, November 16th at the Language House Patio behind St. Mary's Hall.

Words Without Borders

Tue, Nov 14th, 5-6pm

DC International Student & Alumni Career Fair

Wed, Nov 15, 2-4pm

The University of Maryland, College Park will host the 4th annual DC Area International Student & Alumni Career Fair (Virtual) on Wednesday, November 15 from 2-4pm ET. The fair is virtual on Handshake.

Around Campus

Winter 2024 Global Classrooms Courses and Scholarship

Take one of our Winter 2024 Global Classrooms courses to stay globally engaged this winter! The International Education Scholarship is a need-based scholarship available for students registered for one of these courses. Learn more and apply!

The Counseling Center Wellness Series

Feeling stressed? Struggling with focus? Want to learn how to improve your mental health? Check out the Counseling Center’s Wellness Series! We have 16 different topics related to coping skills, relationships, academics, and more. No appointment necessary. Find details and Zoom links at counseling.umd.edu/wellness.

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