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Continue Reading Memorial Day Closure Navigating Culture Shock: A Guide for International Students in the U.S. April 8, 2024 Studying abroad far from home is a remarkable and life-changing experience that allows international students to broaden their horizons, gain an excellent education, and explore new cultures. However, along with the many benefits of studying in the U.S., international students may encounter a phenomenon known as culture shock.” Read on to learn more about culture… Continue Reading Navigating Culture Shock: A Guide for International Students in the U.S. Tax Webinars for International Students with Sprintax February 26, 2024 As we begin to look forward to the coming tax season ahead, Sprintax will host a series of information webinars about nonresident tax, dedicated for the international community. These open, informational sessions will run through to the April 15, 2024 filing deadline. Sprintax Open Tax Webinars for Filing Season 2023: Tuesday, March 5 at 1pm:… Continue Reading Tax Webinars for International Students with Sprintax Travel and Emergency Contact Information February 19, 2024 Continuing F-1/J-1 students can travel abroad and return to the U.S. to resume their studies. Please review the information below before traveling this winter recess: 1. International students must have a valid travel signature on their I-20/DS-2019 to re-enter the U.S. in F-1/J-1 status. Each travel signature is valid for one year from the date… Continue Reading Travel and Emergency Contact Information OIS Will Be Closed on Monday, February 19, 2024 in Observance of Presidents’ Day February 15, 2024 OIS will be closed on Monday, February 19, 2024, in observance of Presidents’ Day. We will resume regular hours on Tuesday, February 20, 2024, at 8:30 am…. Continue Reading OIS Will Be Closed on Monday, February 19, 2024 in Observance of Presidents’ Day See More News › Stay Connected with OIS Subscribe to OIS’s newsletter, International Update (IU), to stay up-to-date on important announcements and upcoming events. Subscribe to the OIS newsletter › Calendar View Events › U.S. Address Update Have you recently moved? Update your SEVIS U.S. address via Trojan International using the SEVIS U.S. Address and Contact Update eForm . U.S. Address Update Have you recently moved? Update your SEVIS U.S. address via Trojan International using the SEVIS U.S. Address and Contact Update eForm . 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