December 11, 2019 | Week 17 |
Determining STEM Extension Eligibility
STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. Every school qualifies STEM majors differently, based on the school’s curriculum. A student who is on an F-1 visa has the opportunity to apply for Optional Practical Training (OPT) following their graduation if s/he meets the eligibility criteria. However, students with STEM majors have the opportunity to extend their OPT time by 24 months with STEM OPT Extension. Eligibility for STEM OPT Extension includes, but is not limited to:
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Student is currently on OPT
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Student’s CIP Code (listed on your I-20 under Major 1 or Major 2 as a 6-digit number XX.XXXX) can be found on the STEM Designated Degree Program List
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Student submits the application for STEM OPT Extension BEFORE the end of his/her Post-Completion OPT
It is important to make sure your major is up-to-date on your I-20. For students who are interested in taking advantage of this opportunity or simply learning more, you can speak with an ISSS advisor during Walk-In Advising times, listed at the bottom of the newsletter. |
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Education Abroad Profile: Meet Anna Richard
Anna Richard is a Kent State University alumnus who graduated in 2017 with a BFA in Visual Communication Design. She participated in a two-week study abroad program in the spring of 2017, during which time she went to Dublin, Glasgow, London, and Paris. Anna wanted to study abroad in order to broaden her perspective on design and experience Europe in an authentic setting, but she didn’t expect it to be such a profoundly meaningful experience. “It was probably the best thing I did during my college career,” she says. “Truly, it changed my life.”
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We Want to Highlight YOU
Want to be our student spotlight? We will highlight someone every week throughout the academic year. If you are interested in being interviewed, email Mary Elliott at mellio19@kent.edu by putting "International Student Profile" in the subject line. Check out previous student profiles here.
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University Police Services
KSU’s police services is an accredited law enforcement agency and is recognized nationally for keeping the KSU community a safe and healthy environment. To learn more, visit their website. |
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One Stop
One Stop, located in the first floor of the library, handles all student financial aid, scholarships, billing & payment, and student records & academic transcripts. Visit the One Stop website for more information on tuition, financial aid, and much more. |
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University Offices will be closed Tuesday, December 24
and will reopen Thursday, January 2nd. |
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December 12
International Student Graduation 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the CPAE on 350 S. Lincoln St.
February 11 – 15
I Heart Travel Week
February 12
Cultural Café: Education Abroad Showcase from 4 to 5:30 p.m. in KSC Ballroom Balcony
February 22
Boston Mills Ski Event, 8 a.m. – 6 p.m., Peninsula, OH Boston Mills Ski Event, 8 a.m. – 6 p.m., Peninsula, OH
February 29
Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Indiana Pacers, 5 p.m., Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse |
December 12
American Red Cross Blood Drive from 1 to 6 p.m. at the Student Recreation and Wellness Center
Come donate blood to potentially save three lives. Sign up online to guarantee your spot! Donate to receive a $5 Starbucks/Chipotle gift card. Questions? Email AmericanRedCrossClubKSU@gmail.com.
December 13
Advanced Degree Commencement from 6 to 8 p.m. in the M.A.C Center
Commencement ceremony of all colleges for conferral of Doctoral, Master’s, and Educational Specialist degrees. More information here.
December 13 & 14
Kent Jaycees Polar Express at the Marvin Kent Train Car on Franklin Av.
Wear your pajamas and climb aboard The Polar Express for a Christmas adventure! Participants do some crafts while enjoying snacks and hot chocolate. Then, children gather around Santa as he reads The Polar Express. Lastly, the kids get a chance to meet with Santa and take a picture and of course leave with a silver bell. Cost: $15/person. Learn more and get tickets here.
December 14
Baccalaureate Degree Commencement from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. in the M.A.C Center
Ceremony Colleges of - Architecture and Environmental Design, The Arts, Arts and Sciences Education, Health and Human Services Regional Campus BS Insurance Degrees. More information here.
Baccalaureate Degree Commencement from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. in the M.A.C Center
Aeronautics and Engineering, Business Administration, Communication and Information, Nursing, Public Health, Regional Campus, BRIT, BS Engineering Technology, BS Respiratory Care, BTAS. More information here.
December 17
An Evening at the North Pole from 4 to 8:30 p.m. at Wild Goats Fresh & Funky Fine Dining (319 W Main St. Kent)
Stop in at Wild Goats Cafe as they transform the restaurant into the “North Pole” and will offer a special Christmas themed menu with multiple activities, sweets and goodies for the little goats to take home for the holidays! Learn more here.
December 18
Open Mic Night from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Standing Rock Gallery (300 N water St)
Open Mic nights now happen on Wednesdays and are open to artists of all ages. Enjoy singing, reading, music, poetry, and comedy. This event is free.
December 21
Around the World Music Series presents Los Tres Sonidos at 8 p.m. at the North Water Street Gallery (300 N. Water St.)
Established in 1989 and based in Lorain, Ohio, Los Tres Sonidos perform classic boleros románticos -- music for dancing cheek to cheek, popularized by the "tríos famosos" of days gone by from Puerto Rico, Cuba, Mexico, and across Latin America, with songs composed by great songwriters such as Pedro Flores and Rafael Hernández. Suggested donation: $10. Learn more here.
January 10
Winter Wonderland from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Kent State Ice Arena
Come ice skate with your fellow international students! Free pizza, drinks, admission, and skate rental.
February 12th
International Student Pitch Contest from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Great Lakes Science Center Cleveland, Ohio
International Students with talent and experience in their fields will be pitching their ideas and competing for amazing prizes. The final call for submissions is January 24. For more information and registration, email Supriya Tamang at supriya@globalcleveland.org. |
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Phone |
Walk-In |
Appointment |
SSN Signatures |
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Monday |
1:30-4 pm |
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9-11:30 am |
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Tuesday |
1:30-4:00 pm |
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9-11:30 am & 1:30-4 pm |
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Wednesday |
9-11:30 am |
9:00-11:00 am & 1:30-3:45 pm |
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11 am & 3 pm Only |
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Thursday |
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Friday |
9-11:30 am |
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9-11:30 am |
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You can make an appointment via KSU Advising in your FlashLine. To reach us by phone, call +1 (330) 672-7980. If no advising is available, contact isss@kent.edu. |
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Contact Us
Office of Global Education
International Student and Scholar Services
625 Loop Road
106 Van Campen Hall
Kent, Ohio 44242
Phone: +1 (330) 672-7980
Email: isss@kent.edu
Website: www.kent.edu/isss |
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