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October 30, 2019 | Week 11 |
NS/SF/Withdrawal Grades
Did you know? Attending class is the number one predictor of academic success. Similarly, completing your academic program in the allotted time on your I-20 or DS-2019 is a great way to maintain your immigration status. As an international student, it is important to know that earning grades of NF (Never-Attended Fail) or SF (Stopped-Attending Fail) can result in requiring additional time to complete your academic program. The same goes with extensive Withdrawal grades on your transcripts.
In the case that you would need additional time on your I-20 or DS-2019 in order to complete your academic program, these grades can prevent you from being eligible. Before you stop attending classes or withdrawal from a course, make sure to speak with an ISSS advisor about the consequences that could occur down the line.
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International Student Profile: Meet Arham Jain
Arham Jain is a sophomore international student studying global communication. He’s from the northern state of Punjab in India, and he celebrates the unique culture of this region that he calls home. Arham says, “People say Punjabis are very energetic, very bubbly, and, sometimes, very loud. We are just ourselves—we’re not afraid to be who we are. We like to make connections with new people and make those people as family. This is how Punjabis are.” Even though he loves India, he hopes to spend his life travelling the world and immersing himself in new, exotic cultures.
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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Canada Express Entry Program
Considering a career in Canada after graduation? If you missed the Canadian Consulate's presentation on Express Entry programs but still want to learn more, resources can be found online: |
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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. |
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Ski & Snow Tubing Trip Survey
The Office of Global Education is in the beginning stages of planning an outdoor event at Boston Mills Brandywine Ski Resort (Peninsula, OH) on Saturday, February 22, 2020. We would like to know how we could make this event most interesting to you. Please take a moment to complete this short survey to tell us how we can make the event awesome. |
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Diwali Celebration from 6:30 to 10 p.m. in the KSC Ballroom
Join the Kent Indian Association and enjoy traditional food, music, lights, and performances at this annual event. Space is limited; learn more here.
November 6th
Let's ROCK! from 5 pm - 6 pm Garden Room Kent Library 1st floor
Learn strategies to be successful in college with a variety of interesting activities to experience. Free admission, food, and 300 FLASHPerks points!
November 18th thru 22nd
International Education Week
International Education Week will feature over 20 events throughout campus that celebrate international culture. For more information, visit the IEW 2019 website.
November 21st
International Cook-Off from 6 to 8 p.m. in the KSC Ballroom
Enjoy foods from around the world, prepared by teams of KSU international students. Bring your appetite – for food and culture – and vote for the 2019 People’s Choice cuisine from among food and beverages from six international cultures! This event is free and open to the KSU community. |
November 1
Presidential Inauguration Ceremony from 2 to 3 p.m. in the M.A.C.Center
Join the KSU community for the inauguration of Todd Diacon as Kent State’s 13th president. The program will feature performances from the drumline of the Marching Golden Flashes, the School of Music, and the School of Theater and Dance. For more information, visit the event website.
First Friday Art Walk from 4 to 7 p.m. in downtown Kent
Head downtown to explore the local art scene. Learn more here.
Preservation Hall Jazz Band at 8 p.m. at the Kent Stage
Preservation Hall was founded in 1961 to promote traditional New Orleans jazz music. More information and tickets can be found here.
November 2
4Miles4Water from 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. at Dix Stadium
Hosted by DECA at Kent Roosevelt High School, this 4-mile run is a fundraiser to support DECA’s goal to bring access to clean water to the Kazinga Primary School in Uganda. Registration information can be found here.
Thompson Sqare at 8 p.m. at the Kent Stage
Enjoy country music with Thompson Square. More information and tickets can be found here.
November 5
Tasting Tuesdays from 5 to 7 p.m. at Kent Cheesemongher
Enjoy samplings of wine and cheese for $5! Participants must be 21 years old for wine tasting. More information here.
November 20th
International Student Career Boot Camp from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in the Moulton Hall Ballroom
This event is designed to help international students elevate their professional presence on paper, in-person and online, and it prepares international students for seeking full-time, part-time and on-campus student employment. Link to register on Handshake here – This will lead you to the preview of the event, click on the full event page to register. By pre-registering for the event, you will be eligible and can win awards up to $200 and earn the Career Ready Certificate. Lunch will only be available for pre-registered students.
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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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