Good Luck on Finals!
Dear International Slugs,

As we finish week 10 of winter quarter, we want to wish you good luck on your finals!
There were definitely some unexpected changes to classes and schedules this quarter, but you all pulled through!

In this newsletter, you'll find information related to the Sara Matthews Scholarship for international undergraduate students, resources to help you file U.S. taxes, and important travel reminders before you go on spring break.

Global Programming is planning some exciting events for next quarter. Be on the lookout for our next newsletter where you'll find information about trips to the farmer's market, a Resilience and Resources workshop series, and more.

Thank you to those of you who submitted answers to our trivia questions at the bottom of the newsletter this past quarter. Congratulations to our winner Nilesh Negi! They will be receiving a $10 Amazon gift card.

We hope you stay safe and well!

Best wishes,

The Global Programming Team
Sara Matthews Scholarship - Applications are Open!
This scholarship is to be used towards education costs at UCSC and is available to deserving degree-seeking, undergraduate international students of Sophomore or Junior standing at UCSC with a GPA of 3.5 or higher.

Selected UCSC international students will receive a scholarship ranging from $1,000-$5,000.

The deadline to apply is March 11 at 17:00 PST. Prior award winners are not eligible to apply again.
Global Engagement Resources
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Resources for International Students & Scholars
Were you present in the U.S. in 2021 in F or J status? If so, you are required to file at least one form with the Internal Revenue Service. For more information for non-residents for tax purposes, and registration for future workshops, check out the ISSS Filing Taxes site.
Travel Reminders!
Are you traveling over Spring Break? Do your plans involve traveling outside of the U.S.?

Make sure you have a valid travel signature on your I-20 or DS-2019 and double-check the CDC requirements for travel.

Get more info on ISSS travel updates.
Campus Events & Resources
Spring Break Updates
Excited for Spring Break?

Don't forget to check on campus updates regarding COVID testing and travel protocol.
You can check these important campus updates through the link below.
Necessary Trouble Event Series
Ready for some necessary trouble?

In anticipation and in honor of the dedication of John R. Lewis College at UC Santa Cruz, the Division of Social Sciences, Colleges Nine and Ten, the Institute for Social Transformation, and the Center for Racial Justice are organizing events centered on topics exemplified by the life of Representative John Lewis.

Events are on Wednesdays at 16:00 PST. All are welcome!

  • Social Movements for a Just Society - March 30
  • Pathways to Thriving Communities - April 6
  • Students as Agents of Transformative Change - April 13
Mental Health Space
Date: Friday, March 11
Time: 12:00 - 14:00 & 15:00 - 17:00 PST
Location: CASFS Farm & Garden

This event is hosted by the Black Lives Matter Garden.

Come vent, pray, meditate, however you'd like to use the space for our mental health day.

BLM garden is a BIPOC centered space focused on the wellbeing of black and indigenous people of color. It encourages allyship by refraining from joining the space, and allowing it to be a safe space for BIPOC individuals.
Visit the Terry Freitas Cafe
Did you know College Nine and John R. Lewis College has a food pantry?

Visit the Terry Freitas Cafe to check out their FREE food options for students, relax in the lounge, or study in a fun environment during finals.
Other Resources
LewerMark Student Insurance: Make Your Mark International Student Scholarship Contest 2022
This scholarship contest is open to All full-time international students in active F, J, M, U, T, R, A, or Q visa-holders and DACA recipients currently enrolled in a SEVIS approved US institution.

You can submit either a literary or artistic submission following the prompt: If you were a superhero. There will be five prizes of $1000 given. The deadline to submit is March 31, 2022, and winners will be announced by May 5, 2022.

Click below to learn more about the scholarship rules and eligibility criteria.
Global Programming is on Discord!
Build community with fellow international banana slugs, chat with Global Mentors, and stay up-to-date on Global Programming events.
Global Programming
globalprogramming@ucsc.edu
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CA 95064 United States