International
April 28, 2025
UW Grad School: Guidance for international graduate students – posted 4/28
From Guidance for international students_SQ 2025 2025-04-25 23_05_51 In response to recent incidents of international students having their immigration records terminated, we have developed new guidance to support our international student community. This resource is designed to help graduate students and their advisors navigate federal education policy, manage uncertainty around visa status, and access timely…
April 10, 2025
ISS: SEVIS records cancelled – posted 4/8
Posted on April 8, 2025 As of this posting, we have learned of five current UW students plus four recent alumni participating in post-completion Optional Practical Training across the three UW campuses whose F-1 visa and SEVIS records have been cancelled by the federal government without prior notice to the University or the students. The…
April 7, 2025
FIUTS: CulturalFest – 4/19, 4 p.m.
Join me in supporting students from UW and other local schools at FIUTS CulturalFest! FIUTS CulturalFest is an annual celebration of the incredible diversity and vitality that international education brings to the Puget Sound region. Hosted at Benaroya Hall, the event features the International Expo (doors at 4 PM) with interactive cultural displays and activities, followed by…
February 12, 2025
ISS: U.S. Tax Workshop for International Students Sponsored by UW Federal Tax Clinic – 2/27, 5:30 p.m.
Join us for a workshop on the basics of U.S. taxes, specifically tailored for international students. This session, sponsored by International Student Services (ISS) and the UW Federal Tax Clinic, will provide an overview of tax filing requirements and resources to help you navigate the U.S. tax system. Don’t miss this opportunity to get your…
ISS: OPT Information Session – 2/21, 3:00 p.m.
During the OPT group advising session, advisors will provide an overview of 12-Month Post-Completion Optional Practical Training for F-1 students. Students will also have a chance to ask questions following the information session to ensure they have the knowledge they need to apply for OPT. Registration is required.
ISS: Immigration Leave of Absence Information Session – 2/14, 3:00 p.m.
Are you considering taking time off of school? During the Immigration Leave of Absence information session, ISS advisors will provide an overview of the leave of absence process for F-1 international students, and how it might impact your immigration status. Advisors will also go over information on the returning student process so you can feel…
January 8, 2025
ISS: Winter 2025 Updates
Winter quarter Enrollment Reminders for F-1/J-1 Students: Full-Time Enrollment Deadline: January 19 Undergraduate students: 12 credits Graduate students: 10 credits or 1 credit at the 700/800 level Online Course Policy: Only one online course is allowed per quarter toward the full-time enrollment requirement. Exceptions: Medical reasons Final quarter Concurrent enrollment Academic issues (Must obtain…
October 11, 2024
OWRC: Multilingual Learning Communities Program – sign up by 10/14
The Multilingual Learning Communities Program · Are you a graduate or undergraduate student taking a reading- or writing-intensive class? · Do you consider yourself multilingual? Then consider joining the Multilingual Learning Communities (MLC) program. Sign up today! *Deadline: October 14th, 2024 WHAT WOULD I DO IN A MLC? MLCs are meant to help you support your classroom…
September 19, 2024
GSA: Fall 2024 International Graduate Student Welcome Mixer – 10/4, 4:00 p.m.
Friday, Oct. 4, 2024, 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. HUB, Room Lyceum Google Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/67httZCPPqy5GyaS9 Campus Map: https://www.washington.edu/maps/#!/hub Registration is required for this event: https://forms.office.com/r/6HAABQ28Bj New and Returning international graduate students, we are very excited to host this in-person welcome and welcome back event of the 2024-25 academic year for you! Featured speakers from university leadership and key student…
September 11, 2024
FUITS: Join a global community! – post 9/11
Being a part of FIUTS is a great way to meet other students from around the world and to engage with people here in the Pacific Northwest. Join FIUTS at a Welcome Event to celebrate the start of the academic year! 9/18 Argosy Cruise is a great bargain to enjoy a 3-hour cruise around Elliot…
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