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All international students and scholars have a federal tax filing requirement even if you do not have U.S. source income.
Everyone (including F1/J1 students) must file US taxes. The deadline for filing tax returns for 2024 is April 15, 2025.
- If you receive income from a job or scholarship in the U.S., taxes will likely be taken out of the check. Some of these deductions could be refunded.
- Even if you have not worked or received any source of income (including scholarships) while at American University, you still must file a tax return with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS).
Visit our U.S. Taxes webpage for more information.
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GLACIER Tax Prep can be used free of charge by F-1/F-2 and J-1/J-2 status holders to prepare their U.S. Federal income tax return.
To access GLACIER Tax Prep:
- Log into your iTerp account at https://iterp.umd.edu
- Click Tax Service > Glacier Tax Preparation
- Read over the list of documentation needed. Click Access Glacier Tax Prep. You will be redirected to Glacier's website to login with your existing Glacier account or create a new one.
Glacier Tax Prep offers weekly LIVE General Nonresident Alien Tax Sessions with a Tax Professional through June 13. There will be a presentation followed by a questions/answer (Q&A) session . The GTP Q&A sessions allow the foreign national to ask a question to a Tax Professional and then leave, if desired– it is not necessary to stay the entire hour, but it is possible to stay the entire time and hear others’ questions. To view the schedule and/or participate in either the LIVE General Nonresident Alien Tax Session and/or the LIVE GTP Q&A sessions:
- Log in to your GTP account via iTerp (see the steps above)
- From the menu, select “LIVE General Nonresident Alien Tax Information and GTP Q&A Sessions”; and
- Click on the zoom link and enter the Passcode.
| | Giving Day 2025 & the International Student Support Fund | | Mark your calendars for March 5th, 2025! Every year in early March, the University of Maryland community comes together for a 24-hour fundraising event. This year, help ISSS grow the International Student Support Fund, created to provide students facing global crisis access to vital resources. Learn more at our #GivingDayUMD page here. | | | |
English Conversation Partners
Feb 17th - May 2nd
More Info Here
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ECP connects the University of Maryland community for authentic cultural exchange through English conversation. For ten weeks during the semester, participants meet with their fluent English-speaking volunteer in group sessions. In the conversation sessions, participants practice their oral English skills through discussions on various topics and other activities planned by the facilitator.
Sign ups for participants have begun for the Spring Semester, if you are interested in joining please fill out the sign up form. If you have any questions, email ecp@umd.edu
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Navigating the Workplace for Intl. Grad Students and Scholars
This workshop will equip international graduate students and scholars with essential tools to thrive in American workplaces. Learn to communicate effectively, set clear expectations, and understand cultural nuances. This session will provide practical tips and strategies to help you make a positive impact in your professional environment.
Feb 12, Noon
Virtual - Register Here
Handshake for International Students
This session overviews the University Career Center's Handshake career management system, emphasizing tools and features specifically for international students. Use Handshake to apply for jobs, register for fairs, workshops, and employer events, apply for interviews, connect with resources, and schedule appointments with a career advisor.
Feb 13, Noon
Virtual - Register Here
Career Fair Guidance for International Students
This practical workshop is designed to help international students confidently navigate the UMD spring career fair. This session will equip students with tools and insights to make a strong impression on potential employers and maximize their opportunities.
Feb 14, Noon
ESJ 2204 - Register Here
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International Coffee Hour
Feb 13, 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
HJ Patterson Global Crossroads
Register
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! International Coffee Hour takes place Thursdays from 2:30pm - 3:30pm at various locations around our beautiful campus.
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Empowering Global Change: Opeyemi O. Ogedengbe's Impact as a Researcher, Leader, and Advocate for International Students
Opeyemi O. Ogedengbe’s commitment to research, leadership, and community underscores her unique contributions as an international graduate student and global change-maker. She is a Ph.D. candidate in the Department of Nutrition and Food Science from Edo State, Nigeria. Her research focuses on the efficacy and safety of plant-based nutritional therapies in mitigating metabolic diseases, particularly on understanding the cellular processes and metabolites involved. Her work aims to advance healthcare and biomedical applications through innovative nutritional solutions.
Opeyemi is an American Society for Nutrition CRN-ASNF Program Scholar and a UMD Global STEWARDS Fellow. Her dedication to improving global public health through nutrition matches her passion for leadership and service. For the last two years, she has been co-president of the International Student Advisory Board (ISAB), championing international student voices and engagement on our campus. Reflecting on her journey as an international student, Opeyemi encourages her peers with a powerful message: “The world is your oyster; don’t limit yourself or be afraid to take on daunting opportunities.”
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Share Your Stories: Celebrating Global Impact on Campus
ISSS is excited to invite you to be part of a special section in our newsletter dedicated to highlighting the remarkable contributions of international students and scholars on our campus. If you've witnessed or heard about an inspiring story of someone making a positive impact, we want to hear from you! Whether it's a groundbreaking research project, a community-building initiative, or a unique cultural exchange, your stories will help us shine a spotlight on the incredible diversity and talent that enriches our campus. Share your submissions with us and let’s celebrate the global connections that make our community stronger!
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International Mother Language Day 2025
Feb 23, 5 - 7:30p.m.
Colony Ballroom Stamp
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Join us in celebrating International Mother Language Day, a global event dedicated to promoting linguistic and cultural diversity. This special occasion highlights the importance of preserving mother languages and fostering multilingualism for inclusive communication and cultural heritage
Call for Performers: Celebrate International Mother Language Day with Us!
We are seeking talented performers to participate in our International Mother Language Day celebration! This event is dedicated to honoring linguistic diversity and cultural heritage through music, dance, poetry, storytelling, and other artistic expressions.
If you are a singer, dancer, poet, or cultural performer passionate about showcasing the beauty of language and tradition, we invite you to be part of this special occasion. Help us create a vibrant and meaningful event that brings communities together through the power of language and the arts.
To participate or learn more, please contact us at nobannobgsa@gmail.com by February 16, 2025.
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Wellness Series from the Counseling Center
Tuesdays-Thursdays at 4pm
| Start the semester off right with one of the Counseling Center’s Wellness Series skills sessions! Check out any or all of the 16 topics, occurring Tuesdays-Thursdays at 4pm. Advanced registration is not required- just click the link at the time of the session. | | |
Applications Open for U21 Global Citizens Program
A three-week experiential online course designed to help you develop the leadership skills needed to advance your understanding of the most pressing global challenges of our time. You will connect and collaborate with a cohort of students from across U21’s international network. Click here for more information!
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International Student Support Group
Fridays, 11 - 12:30p.m.
International students are invited to participate in a weekly support group to talk about adjustment concerns, acculturative stress, academic stress, social challenges, personal problems, and mental health. This also is a great place to share information and connect with others.
For more information, contact Dr. Jihee Hong - jhong114@umd.edu
| | ISSSNews is a weekly e-newsletter sponsored by International Student & Scholar Services with the purpose of communicating news and updates on immigration regulations, opportunities and events of interest to the international UMD community. | | | | |
