November 27, 2019   |   Week 15 

Program Extensions: How to Extend Your I-20 or DS-2019

F-1 and J-1 students are allotted a specific amount of time to complete their academic program on their I-20 or DS-2019. If your I-20 or DS-2019 will expire before you graduate, you must complete a Program Extension. Like everything else, you must present a valid reason to extend your immigration document. Common reasons include:

  • Changing majors/minors or academic programs,
  • Medical illness,
  • Unexpected research issues (not applicable to students who simply need more time to write their thesis/dissertation), 
  • Scheduling conflicts, and
  • Other compelling academic reasons

Do you think you might need more time to finish your academic program? Discuss your estimated graduation with your Academic Advisor and, if you do, please speak with an ISSS advisor to determine if you are eligible for a Program Extension. ISSS advising times are listed below.

Program Extension Guide

The Competition Heats Up at the International Cook-Off

Around 560 attendees, volunteers, and staff attended this culinary competition that pit six teams of students against each other, each representing their home country’s traditional cuisine with an entree and a beverage intended to win over the panel of judges as well as the crowd. In addition to the judges recognizing the top three teams, attendees were also able to vote for their favorite team and recipe for the People’s Choice Award. This year’s teams represented the countries of Vietnam, Columbia, India, Indonesia, Saudi Arabia, and China.

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.
 

Graduation Reception: Final Call for Your Stole!

Attention December graduates! As you prepare for commencement, we hope that you take a moment to reflect on your accomplishments. Graduation is a milestone; in just a few weeks, you will join the ranks of over 241,000 former students as proud Kent State University alumni. The Offices of Global Education, International Student Affairs, and the Alumni Association would like to recognize your achievements as an international graduate by presenting you with a graduation stole. Graduation stoles are garments worn at graduation to denote outstanding achievement and membership within a community. Order your free graduation stole when you register for the International Student Graduation Reception by Wednesday, November 27th. Congratulations, graduates! #FlashesForever!
 
Register Here

Academic Support Services

Kent State’s Academic Success Center offers students tutoring and study skills to help make the most of their academic career. The Academic Success Center offers drop-in, scheduled, and online tutoring that works around your schedule. To learn more, visit their website.
Academic Success Center

University Library

Kent State’s University Library offers a quiet place to study and an abundance of resources available for students. Here students can find computers, printing, study spaces, tutoring, and much more. Learn what else KSU’s University Library has to offer on their website.
University Libraries
December 5
Sign & Dine at 1:30 to 4 p.m. at the Office of Global Education, Van Campen Hall
If you are leaving the country come get your travel signature and eat some snacks.

December 12
International Student Graduation 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the CPAE
OGE Calendar of Events
November 28th
Tree City Turkey Trot 5K Race at 9 a.m. in Fred Fuller Park
Kent Parks and Recreation is hosting a 5K race (with prizes for 1-3 place winners!). There will also be a good drive for Kent Social Services. Registration and more details here. 
 
Thanksgiving Zumbathon from 9 to 11 a.m. at Kent Parks & Rec Fitness Center
Start your holiday by dancing the morning away! $5 for members ($10 for non-members). 14 years to adults are welcome!

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.
 
KSU Calendar of Events

Phone Walk-In Appointment SSN Signatures
Monday 1:30-4 pm Not Available 9-11:30 am Not Available
Tuesday 1:30-4:00 pm Not Available 9-11:30 am & 1:30-4 pm Not Available
Wednesday 9-11:30 am 9:00-11:00 am & 1:30-3:45 pm Not Available 11 am & 3 pm Only
Thursday  Not Available Not Available Not Available Not Available
Friday 9-11:30 am Not Available 9-11:30 am 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.
International Admissions Advising
Education Abroad Advising


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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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