February 19, 2020 | Week 6 |
Graduation Invitation Letters
If you are graduating this May, congratulations! Many international students want their family and/or friends to visit for graduation. Often times, these individuals will need a visa to enter the United States. In order to prepare them for a visa interview, you can provide them support by writing them an invitation letter. We offer a guide, along with an example letter, on our Invitation Letter Guideline page to help you. To better prepare them for their interview, you can send them a copy of your transcripts to demonstrate you are a current student enrolled in courses at Kent State University. Transcripts can be ordered through the Registrar's Office either online or by going to One Stop in the first floor of the Library. Once again, congratulations on your graduation; we look forward to seeing your friends and here on campus to celebrate! |
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Student Spotlight: Meet Natalia Bojnanska
Natalia Bojnanska is a self-motivated freshman passionate about education and studying integrated language arts. Born and raised in Slovakia, she moved to the United States three years ago and is now the recipient of the YouAreWelcomeHere Scholarship at KSU. Bojnanska acknowledges teachers are trying to make a difference in the world, and that is exactly what she plans to do one day. “Teaching is not just about the subject area, it’s about nurturing the human beings,” she says.
Article written by Mary Elliott, Office of Global Education Spring 2020 Intern |
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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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Career Exploration and Development
Career Explorations & Development gives students the opportunity to meet with career advisors that help plan for the future, update resume and cover letters, and much more. The career center offers many resources to help students get career ready. Students are also able to apply for on-campus jobs on Handshake. To learn more, or to schedule an appointment to meet with an advisor, visit their website. |
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OGE ISSS Program Interest & Feedback Survey
The Office of Global Education and International Students and Scholar Services at Kent State University is conducting an assessment on our events. We want to know more of your interests! Please fill out this survey with feedback on our existing events, and provide suggestions on events you would like to see. Whether you are an international student, scholar, faculty, or staff who loves to engage in intercultural events, your feedback is truly important to us! |
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Sexual and Relationship Violence Support Services
Sexual and Relationship Violence Support Services empowers those affected by power-based personal violence and educates the community about healthy relationships and bystander action. Learn more about Kent State’s Sexual and Relationship Violence Support Services on their website. |
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February 21st
Skiing & Snow Tubing at Boston Mills Brandywine Ski Slopes from 6 pm-12 am in Peninsula, OH
Interested going skiing or tubing? This event is a steal at only $20 for tubing and $40 for skiing, which includes all skis, poles and a helmet. Transportation is also included. Register or find out more here.
February 29th
Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Indiana Pacers at 5 pm in the Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse
Have you been to see the Cleveland Cavaliers play yet? The event is only $30, which includes your ticket, a tour of Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse, and transportation. Join us by registering here.
March 3rd
Students of Color Study Abroad from 5-6:15 pm in the Kent Student Center room 310C
Join us to hear the personal stories of students of color who have traveled across cities, states, countries and continents, and learn how they connected with their new surroundings in order to find their new space. Snacks and beverages are provided. No registration required.
March 15th
Cleveland Monsters vs. Rochester Americans in Cleveland at 3 pm
Register now to go to see the Cleveland Monsters hockey team in action. Transportation and your ticket are included in the $10 registration fee. Register here.
March 18th
Cultural Café with the Philippines & Georgia from 4-5:30 pm in the KSC Ballroom Balcony
Learn about different cultures and enjoy some food at our monthly cultural café! No registration required.
March 19th
Sign & Dine from 1:30-4 pm in the OGE Lobby
Get your I-20 or DS-2019 signed for travel before Spring Break 2020! While you are here in OGE, enjoy some snacks and hang out with the ISSS Advisors. No registration required.
April 15th
Culture Café with Panamanian & Deaf Cultures from 4-5:30 in the KSC Ballroom Balcony
Learn about different cultures and enjoy some food at our monthly cultural café! No registration required.
April 30th
Sign & Dine from 1:30-4 pm in the OGE Lobby
Get your I-20 or DS-2019 signed for travel before summer break! While you are here in OGE, enjoy some snacks and hang out with the ISSS Advisors. No registration required.
May 1st-4th
50th Commemoration of May 4, 1970
Events will begin on Friday afternoon, May 1, and continue through the end of the traditional noon commemoration on Monday, May 4. No final exams or classes will be scheduled.
May 7th
International Student Graduation Reception from 4-6:30 pm in the KSC Ballroom
Celebrate with friends and family whether you are graduating or someone you know. If you are preparing to graduate, we will provide a free stole. Registration for this event will reserve your stole and will be open closer to the date of the event. |
February 20th
Spring Co-op, Internship, and Career Fair from 11 am-3 pm in the Student Recreation and Wellness Center
Meet employers in your field and talk to ISSS about your important questions regarding working off-campus. Get your resumés ready!
February 21st
International Mother Language Day
February 25th
An Exploration of Mood and Light, Mother Language Day from 12-1 pm in White Hall Room 200, the Gerald H. Read Center
Our international students, already away from home and using English as a 2nd language can feel a sense of loss. Couple those feelings with the dark and cold days of winter here in Ohio, and depression, loneliness and anxiety may appear. Alex Silverio, a Puerto Rican student, wrote a paper for one of her classes about SAD--Seasonal Affect Disorder—and ways to take care of skin and hair in the cold weather. It made us think about the effect of mood and resiliency in the dark and cold February. Alex will work with intern Esther Sijuwade and international students in designing this exploration of light and mood. Refreshments will be available. FLASHperks will be available for undergraduate students. Attendance verification will take place for those who require students to attend.
March 3rd
Fulbright TEA Participants Technology Posters from 1-5 pm in White Hall Room 200, the Gerald H. Read Center
Fulbright TEA Scholars from Eastern Europe and Central Asia will share posters defining problems to be solved by creative uses of technology to improve the teaching and learning in their home schools. Countries represented will be Ukraine, Romania, Czech Republic, Hungary, Bosnia, Serbia, Bulgaria, North Macedonia, Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan and Turkey. FLASHperks will be available and snacks will be provided. Class sign-in process will document attendance. Refreshments will be served.
February 29th
"Around the World" Music Series at 8 pm in the North Water Street Gallery (300 N. Water Street, Suite H)
The HearthStone duo will present an evening of historical and contemporary Celtic music played on a variety of Scottish small pipes, Border pipes, Highland pipes, tin whistles, and Celtic harp. Their program will include music originating from the Scottish Highlands, Lowlands, and Islands, some from collections such as the William Dixon border pipe manuscript (dated 1733), which comes from Northumberland in the Anglo-Scottish border region. They will also play a few pieces of modern vintage, as well as a few Irish tunes. Learn more on their Facebook Event Page.
March 5th
Fulbright TEA Participants Media Literacy Present from 9 am-12 pm and 1-4 pm in White Hall Room 200, the Gerald H. Read Center
Fulbright TEA Participants will share their media literacy projects. Media Literacy is affecting their newer democracies, and these Fulbright international teachers will help lead the next generation on being more critical consumers of media. During their residency here at Kent State University, they have learned to combat disinformation, fake news, and propaganda. Teachers are from Czech Republic, Bosnia Herzegovina Bulgaria, Hungary, Serbia, Northern Macedonia, Romania, Ukraine, Turkey, Azerbaijan, and Uzbekistan. FLASHperks will be available and snacks will be provided. Class attendance can be planned if requested. Refreshments will be served.
March 10th
International Women's Day
International Women's Day from 12-1 pm in White Hall Room 200, the Gerald H. Read Center
International students will present how women in their home country are moving and innovating for a better future. More information will be forth coming. FLASHperks will be available, and a light lunch as well.
April 9th & 10th
35th Annual Graduate Research Symposium in the Kent Student Center
Master’s students, doctoral students and post-docs are invited to present or perform at Kent State University's 35th annual Graduate Research Symposium. Poster presentations and fine arts performances will be scheduled for Thursday, April 9. Oral and session presentations will be held on Friday, April 10. Register by 11:59 p.m. on Friday, February 7th for a chance to win awards for your presentation or performance. Questions should be directed to Srijana Bhandari at sbhanda3@kent.edu.
April 22nd
Earth Day
April 24th
Population Connection and Earth Day from 11 am-2 pm in White Hall Room 200, the Gerald H. Read Center
Population Connection (from Washington DC) will work with attendees on the latest global challenges with practical lessons, and activities. Participants go home with links and materials for use in the classroom. This program is designed for pre-service teachers at all levels and in any subject.
Population can be linked to global challenges ranging from traffic congestion and pollution to loss of biodiversity and climate change. These lessons engage students in many of the environmental, social, and economic issues impacted by population. Hands-on, engaging, and fun, these activities challenge students to tackle real global issues through data and graphic analysis, lab simulations, role-playing games, argumentative writing, and more. Each lesson can stand alone or easily be inserted into established units and course plans. Practical and many resources are shared. FLASHperks will be available, and a light lunch is provided.
May 1st-4th
50th Commemoration of May 4, 1970
Events will begin on Friday afternoon, May 1, and continue through the end of the traditional noon commemoration on Monday, May 4. No final exams or classes will be scheduled. |
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Spring 2020 Advising Schedule
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Walk-In |
Appointment |
SSN Signatures |
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Monday |
1:30-4 pm |
Not Available |
9-11:30 am & 1:30-4 pm |
Not Available |
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Tuesday |
1:30-4 pm |
Not Available |
9-11:30 am & 1:30-4 pm |
Not Available |
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Wednesday |
9-11:30 am |
9-11 am & 1:30-3:45 pm |
Not Available |
11 am & 3 pm Only |
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Thursday |
Not Available |
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Not Available |
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Friday |
9-11:30 am |
Not Available |
9-11:30 am & 1:30-4 pm |
Not Available |
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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