Office of the Dean
Foreign Students and Scholars Calendar for Fall 2007
| August | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 | Tuesday |
Establishing Credit in the US
5:00 - 6:30 PM |
International students interested in establishing credit in the US and learning to use credit responsibly should attend |
29 30 |
Wednesday Thursday |
Health Insurance Questions for International Students
12:00 - 1:00 PM |
If you have questions about Carnegie Mellon student health insurance, come to this informal session to have all of your questions answered. Co- sponsored by Student Health and OIE. |
| 30 | Thursday | International Reception (For Undergraduates, Exchange)
5:00 - 6:30 PM | Reception for new international undergraduate students, new international exchange students and returning study abroad students. Casual social event with light snacks served. |
| September | |||
| 13 | Thursday |
Job Search Information For International Students 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM |
Sponsored by the Career Center and OIE, this session focuses on the career needs of foreign students. Info will include job search strategies and legal employment options for non-immigrants. |
| 20 | Thursday |
ViewPointUS Series Volunteer Event: Global Links 5:30 - 7:35 PM |
This is your chance to volunteer with some of your fellow International friends! Students and scholars will interact with the Pittsburgh community through service. Details to be announced. |
| 28 | Friday |
OIE Open House
3:00 PM - 4:45 PM |
Come at any time for snacks and conversation with the staff of OIE and your international friends. Bring friends, classmates, family members, too! |
| October | |||
| 9 | Tuesday | ViewPointUS Series
Civil Liberties Information Session | Know your rights; what to do if questioned by Police, FBI, Customs Agents or Immigration Officers. A representative of the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) will lead a discussion of issues related to civil rights and obligations of foreign students and scholars in the U.S. |
| 10 | Wednesday |
H-1B and "Green Card" Session
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM |
Co-led by OIE staff and an immigration attorney, this session will focus on transitions and strategies for foreign students and scholars with long-term plans to live and work in the US — as H-1B’s and legal permanent residents. |
| 13 | Saturday | ViewPointUS Series
American Football 101 | Curious about American Football? Join OIE and expect to learn terms, strategies, positions and important plays. Then watch a CMU home football game with more Q & A. |
| November | |||
| 1 - 3 | Thursday to Saturday |
International Festival
University Center |
Join in the17th annual International Festival entitled: "Global Exchange; Trade Rights and Welfare in a New World Economy.” For more information consult the website at: www.cmu.edu/internationalfestival |
| 16 | Friday |
OIE Signature Day
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM and Warner Hall, 3rd Floor |
Do you need your I-20 or DS-2019 to be signed? OIE recommends an updated signature every 6 months, especially for those who travel internationally. Instead of the usual 3-day processing time, bring your document to OIE for immediate processing. |
| 28 | Wednesday | ViewPointUS Series
Gift Giving Traditions Session | Come and join us for this fun program! Our international and study abroad friends will discuss the gift giving traditions of their “home” or “host” countries. Learn who gives what to whom, when, where, and how in various countries around the world. |
| 30 | Friday |
OIE Signature Day
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM and Warner Hall, 3rd Floor |
Do you need your I-20 or DS-2019 to be signed? OIE recommends an updated signature every 6 months, especially for those who travel internationally. Instead of the usual 3-day processing time, bring your document to OIE for immediate processing. |
| December | |||
| 7 | Friday |
OIE Winter Open House
3:00 PM - 4:45 PM |
Once again, come at any time and enjoy snacks and conversation with the staff of OIE and international friends. |