Announcements Events/Updates

LAST DAY TO WITHDRAW
The last day to withdraw from classes and receive a "W" (withdrawal) on your record is October 29, 2008. After that, any withdrawal of classes will result in an "F" (failure) on your record. If you plan to withdraw from class, make sure you are still maintaining full course load as is required by immigration.

UALERT
The university has devised a system that allows officials to quickly disseminate an urgent message through voice mail, email, and text-messaging to registered users soon after an emergency affects the university campus. That system is called UAlert.
Individuals who register with UAlert will have control over which communication channels they will receive the alerts and the priority in which they receive them. Registration is simple and your participation could save your life and the lives of many of your friends on campus. Every student, faculty, or staff member will soon receive an email invitation to register with the UAlert system. The email provides a link for the registration process. Following the simple instructions will register you for this crucial information system.
The website (www.uah.edu/ualert ) includes a frequently asked questions (FAQ) page and additional contacts if you have questions. Also, the UAHuntsville Help Desk can also provide assistance if needed. You can call them at 824.3333.

NEAR EAST AND SOUTH ASIA FESTIVAL:
The UAH Office of International Programs & Services will host a Near East and South Asia (NESA) Festival featuring performances, food and countries displays on Thursday, October 23rd, at the UC Exhibit Hall from 6:30-10:00 pm. This event is free and open to the public. Sponsored by the UAH Office of International Programs & Services in conjunction with the Near East and South Asia Undergraduate Exchange Program of the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA), of the U.S. Department of State and is administered by the Georgetown University Center for Intercultural Education and Development (CIED).

NESA Festival
Thursday, October 23rd
6:30-10:00 PM
UC Exhibit Hall
UAH Campus

FALL CAREER FAIR:
The fall Career Fair will be held this Wednesday, October 22nd from 9 am to 1 pm in the Exhibit Hall of the University Center. 95 employers will be recruiting students and graduates from all majors. Students should dress professionally and bring resumes. For a full list of employers, please see the attachment or visit our website at www.uah.edu/careerservices/

RECONNECT:
Student Development Services has initiated a brand new event for all new students to UAH. If you are a new student at UAH this Fall 2008 mark your calendars for RECONNECT. This event is a time for the Student Development Services to mingle and see how the new students are doing socially and academically. There will be FREE FOOD MUSIC AND FUN INTERACTION!!

Students who attended the International Student Orientation session this Fall 2008 are asked to attend the RECONNECT event on October 28th.

When: Tuesday, October, 28 8:00-10:00 p.m. (Transitions/transfers and Internationals)
Where: University Center Exhibit Hall

NOVEMBER CAREER SERIES:
Introducing our first International Student Career Series! Want to find a job after graduation? Interested in learning more about U.S. resume writing, professional dress, interviewing tips, job searching and H1B sponsorship? The ISSO will be conducting a series of 3 workshops to address career development issues. F1 student's on OPT have an unemployment limit of 90 days. The Career Series is designed to prepare F1 students for job searching, therefore, reducing the limit of unemployment days while on OPT.

Workshop Schedule:

Workshop #1 Building a Competitive Resume - learn how to write a competitive U.S. resume, curriculum vita and cover letter.
When: November 7th 3:30-4:15 pm *
Where: University Center Rm. 131

Workshop #2 Interviewing for the Job - Interviewing tips, professional dress and job searching.
When: November 14th 3:30- 4:15pm *
Where: University Center Rm. 131

Workshop #3 Immigration Attorney: Steve Springer - Mr. Springer will be discussing work options after OPT, H1B sponsorship, Permanent Residency and answering your questions. This is a workshop you do not want to miss. International Student Advisors do not offer H1 B employment advice. This is your chance to get your questions answered by a qualified immigration attorney.
When: November 21st 1:30-3:00pm *
Where: Shelby Center Rm. 109

***Please show up to ALL workshops ON TIME. We will begin promptly at the listed time.

WEBSITE/BLOG REMINDER:
All weekly announcements are posted on the ISSO blog after you receive them by email. To access the blog, go to the ISSO website and click "Blog" tab at the top. Please use the blog as another resource in obtaining ISSO information and weekly updates. We welcome comments!