Summer 2021 | International Students & Programs Office @ UC San Diego
Dear Incoming Triton,

Welcome to UC San Diego!

The International Students & Programs Office (ISPO) is here to support you as you begin your journey as a new student at UC San Diego and to help you navigate the ins and outs of your program as an international student. Please review important information below about mandatory trainings, orientation and ways to get involved at UC San Diego. 
New International Student Orientation Starts Tomorrow!
As a newly admitted international student, you are required to attend New International Student Orientation designed to help orient you to the UC San Diego campus community, inform you of your F1/J1 Rights & Responsibilities, and give you an opportunity to connect with other new international students! Attending ISPO’s orientation is mandatory in addition to any of your college or department orientations (NOTE: UCEAP students are not required to attend their college orientation). 

ISPO orientation runs from September 8th-17th. 
 
In order to register for New International Student Orientation, it is mandatory to sign up for one required session and one additional session of your choice.  
  
  • First Required Session: It must be a "Know the Rules" session that is relevant to your situation (e.g. if you are inside or outside the U.S.). These sessions are listed with the "Required" icon 
  • Second Required Session- Session of Your Choice: Your second session can be any session of interest to you to meet the 2 session requirement. These sessions are listed with the "Optional" icon.   
  • Intercultural Programs and Events do not count towards the two required sessions, but we encourage you to attend! These sessions are listed with the "Intercultural" icon.   
Deadlines, Reminders and Updates
Complete Check-In for I-20/ DS-2019 Activation 

Have you recently arrived to the U.S. with an initial I-20 or DS-2019? Complete your document check-in with ISPO here!  
  
Who is required to submit this form? 
  
If you meet all of the following, you are required to submit this form:   
  
  • Initial I-20 from UC San Diego: "Form Issue Reason" on page 1 of your most recently issued I-20 states 'Initial Attendance', Transfer Pending', or 'Change of Educational Level'   
  • Program Start Date: Your program start date listed on the first page of your I-20/DS-2019 is in the future or is within the first 2 weeks of the quarter of entry.   
  • Location: You are physically located inside of the U.S. If you have not yet entered, wait to submit this form until after you enter the U.S.   
  • Arrival Record: You are able to show proof of last entry into the U.S. by uploading an Electronic Form I-94.  

What if I am not entering the U.S. this Fall?

  • If you have an I-20 or DS-2019 with a Fall 2021 start date but do not plan to enter the U.S. to begin classes in person at UC San Diego this fall, you must submit a NEW ADMIT: I-20 or DS-2019 Amendment/Reprint request within the iPortal to receive an updated I-20/DS-2019 with a future program start date reflecting the next available term, Winter 2022. 
  • You can then use the Form I-20/DS-2019 issued with a Winter 2022 program start date to enter the U.S. up to 30 days before the start of classes for Winter 2022.  
Stay Connected with Fellow Tritons | iPrograms and iEvents
Sign up for these programs happening now!
Stay connected with ISPO and other Tritons by taking a look at our events calendar below.
iOrientation Meet-Ups
Meet-Ups are the perfect way to meet other international students at UC San Diego! Interest Meet-Ups are a place where you can connect to fellow Tritons with similar interests. Regional Meet-Ups are hosted by students to get in touch with other students from their own region and get advice for studying as an international student at UC San Diego.  

ISPO Coffee Hours
September 13-17 | 10 AM PDT 
ISPO Office (Student Center B)

Come on over for a cup of coffee and morning pastry, meet your fellow international students and staff, and participate in fun activities! This will be an in-person outdoor event hosted in the eucalyptus grove behind the International Student & Programs Office in Student Center B. In order to abide by health & safety guidelines, students must select one day where they will attend. 
International Mixer
September 13 | 7 PM PDT
Zoom

Join us for our International Mixer! No matter where in the world you might be, you are invited to participate. Compete in a virtual scavenger hunt with new friends for an opportunity to win prizes! Join fellow rising second years to compete and make new connections!
International Peer Coach Open House
September 14 | 7 PM PDT
Zoom

Are you an undergraduate international 1st year student? Come meet your International Peer Coaches! Peer Coaches offer academic support, skill development, and advocacy that empower and equip first-year and transfer international college student with tools to successfully navigate UCSD and beyond! 
International Graduate Student Social
September 15 | 7 PM PDT
Zoom


Come meet other international graduate students at our social! 
Intercultural Social Hour: In-Person
September 16 | 2 PM PDT
ISPO Office (Student Center B)

Dedicating this space for our Class of 2024, come join your fellow international students for a fun Intercultural Social Hour! Get to know one another, share stories of your first year of virtual schooling, and relax! No matter what class or year you are, all international students are welcome!
Intercultural Social Hour: Virtual
September 16 | 7 PM PDT
Zoom

Come meet other international students at Intercultural Social Hour! At Intercultural Social Hour, you can hang out, relax, and play games while meeting new people in a fun environment. With this online event, join from wherever you are and let's play across time-zones! Intercultural Social Hour is hosted by our International Peer Coaches. 
WHY AM I RECEIVING THIS NEWSLETTER?
You have been identified as an F-1 or J-1 International Student. To ensure you receive important regulatory information to maintain your immigration status while studying at UC San Diego, you have been automatically added to this newsletter to receive updates. You have the right to unsubscribe from receiving updates from our office at anytime. You can do this by clicking 'Unsubscribe...." at the bottom of this email block. If you are NOT in F1 or J1 status and believe you have been subscribed in error, please email iStudents@ucsd.edu.