ISS offers virtual sessions on international student travel, F-1 work options, & more!
This session introduces ISS, how to maintain F-1 immigration status and how to be successful at UB.
This session introduces ISS, how to maintain J-1 student status and how to be successful at UB.
F-1 students who are interested in working off campus to fulfill internship requirements in their major field of study should attend this session to learn about Curricular Practical Training (CPT) eligibility requirements and the CPT application process. Registration is required.
Date | Time (ET) | Location | Register |
Thursday, August 24 | 1:30-2:20 pm | Zoom | Thanks for attending! |
Tuesday, September 26 | 12:30-1:20 pm | Zoom | Register for September |
Thursday, October 26 | 3:30-4:20 pm | Zoom | Register for October |
Friday, December 8 | 2:00-2:50 pm | Zoom | Register for December |
Are you an F-1 student who is planning to work off-campus after finishing your degree requirements? Optional Practical Training (OPT) authorization is required for F-1 students to work in the U.S. after graduation/completion of their degree program requirements.
ISS now has an OPT workshop series! The videos are required viewing for any student requesting an OPT I-20 however students are welcome to watch the videos at any time.
Attend this information session to learn about the 24 Month OPT STEM Extension and Cap Gap OPT periods. Registration is required.
Date | Time (ET) | Location | Register |
Friday, November 17 | 12:00-1:00 pm | Zoom | Register for November |
What options are available to allow you to live and work in the U.S. after completion of OPT? How do you decide which works for you? Attend this information session to learn about non-immigrant and immigrant visa options from a local immigration attorney. Registration is required.
Date | Time (ET) | Location | Register |
Tuesday, November 14 | 3:00-4:00 pm | Zoom | Register Now |
*Presentation recorded 03/26/2021. Please be advised that the information in this presentation may change due to updates to regulations and policies. Please always consult the ISS website for the most up-to-date information.
Are you planning to travel internationally during break? If so, do you know what documents are required and what to be prepared for upon your re-entry to the U.S.? Come learn about these and other travel topics for F-1 and J-1 visa holders.
Date | Time (ET) | Location | Registration |
Friday, November 3 | 2:00-2:50 | Zoom | Register Here |