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September 18, 2019 | Week 5 |
Working Off-Campus: OPT for December Grads
If you are graduating in December, it is time to decide what you want to do after graduation. There are four different options available to you once you complete your program. You have until February 17th to decide whether you would like to:
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Apply for Optional Practical Training (OPT),
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Apply to a new program at KSU,
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Transfer your SEVIS to a new institution to start a new program, or
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Leave the United States.
Many of our students choose to apply for OPT, which allows you to work for up-to one year following your graduation, but the application process can be confusing. In order to assist you through the process, we offer a minimum of 3 OPT Workshops each semester. Dates and times can be found on our OPT Guide, along with the link to register. Read through our OPT Tutorial beforehand. Can’t make one of the OPT Workshops? Read the OPT Tutorial and check our advising times below to talk to an ISSS Advisor. |
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Student Spotlight: Reika Nakano
Reika Nakano is a Japanese exchange student studying Business Management. Although she’s originally from the small town of Hokkaido, Japan, Reika’s education has been an international affair; before coming to Kent State, Reika attended schools in New Zealand, Canada, and Tokyo. This is her first semester studying in the United States, but she’s excited to experience everything that Kent State has to offer.
Article written by Jacob Kulas, Office of Global Education Fall 2019 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 Jacob Kulas at jkulas1@kent.edu by putting "International Student Profile" in the subject line. Check out previous student profiles here. |
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Center for Student Involvement
KSU offers over 400 clubs and organizations and over 1,000 programs, activities, and on-campus events. CSI also provides opportunities for leadership and a chance to the Kent State community and fellow students. For more information visit the CSI website and learn how to get involved. |
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Psychological Services with UHS
Psychological Services offers several group sessions each semester.
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Conquering Anxiety Group: Managing Stress of Everyday Life
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Tuesdays 4:30-5:30 pm in Conference Room C on the 2nd Floor.
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The Art of Coping Group: Building Emotional Resilience
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Wednesdays 3:30-5 pm in the Conference Room C on the 2nd Floor.
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Empowering Students in Recovery Group
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Thursdays 6-7:30 pm in Conference Room A in the Lower Level. Talk about substance use recovery and support.
Contact Psychological Services for more information at 330-672-2487. |
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Cultural Café featuring cultures of Mexico from 4-5:30 pm in the KSC Ballroom Balcony
Learn about different cultures of Mexico and try their foods with students, staff, and faculty. No registration required.
Sept 20
Optional Practical Training Workshop at 3 pm in the University Library, room 333
Graduating in the next semester or 2? Learn more about how to apply for OPT! Register for this event here.
Sept 28
Apple Picking
Enjoy a crisp fall day by joining OGE for the Fall Festival at Rittman Orchards. Tour the orchard, visit the farm market, enjoy live music, and pick a bag of apples to take home. The cost of this event is $10 ($12 for international scholars and for domestic students). Learn more and register online here.
Oct 3
Sign & Dine from 1:30-4 pm
Planning to travel outside of the US for fall break? If so, don’t forget to obtain your travel signature! Join us in the Office of Global Education from 1:30-4 p.m. on Thursday, October 3rd for a few snacks and to obtain your same day travel signature.
Oct 10
Glass Workshop
Join the Office of Global Education during Fall Break as we travel to Larchmere Fire Works (Shaker Heights, OH) to make your own glass artwork. The cost is $40 ($62 for international scholars and domestic students). Learn more and register online here. |
Sept 20
International Homecoming Celebration from 7-10 pm in the KIVA
More information here.
Sept 21
Homecoming parade stepping off from the corner of Midway Drive and Main Street, 9 a.m.
More information here.
Homecoming Football Game vs. Bowling Green State University at 3:30 pm at Dix Stadium
More information here.
"Around the World" Music Series at 8 pm at the North Water Street Gallery
Standing Rock Cultural Arts' "Around the World" Music Series presents Oleg Kruglyakov, balalaika virtuoso from Siberia. $10 suggested donation (or pay what you can) preceded by 7:30 p.m. meet-and-greet featuring light food and drinks. Come listen to dazzling playing, spirited singing, and a unique perspective on culture and history. More information here.
Oleg Kruglyakov, Balalaika Virtuoso from Siberia 8-9:30 pm at 300 N. Water St. Suite H in Kent
Enjoy music by Oleg Kruglyakov on Russia's distinctive national instrument, the balalaika. Learn more here.
Sept 25
Fall Internship Co-Op & Fair from 11am-3pm at the SRWC
Register for this event and learn more about it here.
Sept 27
Communicating with Your Professor: A faculty Panel from 12:30-1:30 pm in the Center for Undergraduate Excellence Student Success Lounge
A panel of Kent State professors will address how students can communicate with their professors. Register for this free event here.
Oct 15
Little Stones Film Screening 7 pm at the Kent State University Kiva Auditorium
The Zonta Club of Hudson is hosting a community screening of the award-winning documentary film Little Stones. Admission is free a Q&A with the award winning filmmaker, Sophia Kruz will follow. There will be a reception in the Schwebel Room on the 3rd floor of the KSC after. Visit the film's website here.
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Walk-In |
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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 |
Not Available |
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 |
Not Available |
11 am & 3 pm Only |
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Thursday |
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Friday |
9-11:30 am |
Not Available |
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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