Listserve Announcements for 02.11.10

IS YOUR I-20 ACCURATE?
As a reminder, the printed I-20 is the document documents important details about your F1 student status. If you I-20 isn’t accurate it could cause problems when applying for F1 benefits, renewing your F1 visa, or during travel. Take a moment to look at your current I-20 and be sure your name, Citizenship and date of birth matches what is written in your passport. Also, your major, degree level, and financial support need to match the academic program you are currently pursuing. If your I-20 is expiration date is before the date you are going to graduate you will need to apply for an extension. Come to see an advisor during walk-in hours or email us if you have any questions.

ISSO WEBSITE
We try to post all important documents to the ISSO website. This way you can access information, handouts and other materials when you need them. This is intended to help you avoid wasting your time coming to the office outside of advising hours and learning an advisor isn’t available.
http://www.uah.edu/ISSO/Forms%20&%20Resources/forms.html or http://www.uah.edu/ISSO

OFF-CAMPUS EMPLOYMENT
Any F-1 student interested in pursuing employment off-campus must obtain work permission from immigration prior to working. Off-campus employment includes internships, Cooperative Education or other practical training. Our office offers the employment workshops to help ensure you understand the options available. Students MUST attend a workshop before an advisor will meet with you to discuss your individual questions. Email visahelp@uah.edu to reserve a space in a workshop (space is limited to 10 students). ALL workshops will be held in the UC room 132 (small room on the back hallway of the UC BEHIND the lobby)
February:
Feb. 16, 9-10:30am (Tuesday)
March:
March 1, 1:30-3:00pm (Monday)
March 11, 4:00-5:00pm (Thursday)
April:
April 9, 3:00-4:30 (Friday)
April 21, 9:30-11:00am (Wednesday)
April 30, 3:00-4:30 (Friday)
May:
May 10, 1:30-3:00 (Monday)

ARE YOU A STUDENT FROM THE CARIBBEAN?
Lynette Moxey is working to “reorganize” the Caribbean student organization. She would love to talk to any Caribbean students who are interested in being a part of this venture. Interested students should email Lynette at llm0002@uah.edu