Workshops & Events

Study Skills Workshops

The Student Learning Center offers free study skills workshops to help students develop practical academic success strategies. Student Learning Center > Study Skills Workshops.

Travel Signature Day!

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Going home, or traveling outside of the U.S. over the winter break?  Don’t forget to  come to the Office of International Education and have an International Student Advisor sign your I-20 or DS-2019 for travel.  Our signature on your form certifies that you are in compliance with your visa status.  Without a travel signature, you may not be able to re-enter the U.S.

Don’t forget, we always have free snacks during your short wait.  We are looking forward to seeing you!

OPT (Optional Practical Training) Workshops

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Optional Practical Training (OPT) is an immigration benefit for F-1 international students which allows students 12 months of work authorization after completion of their coursework. Advisors James Luyirika-Sewagudde, Jr. and Cindy McKay will explain the rules and restrictions regarding OPT, as well as the application process.

CPT (Curricular Practical Training) Workshops

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Curricular Practical Training (CPT) is an immigration benefit for F-1 international students which allows students to participate in department approved internships before graduation.  Advisors, James Luyirika-Sewagudde, Jr. and Cindy McKay will explain the rules and restrictions regarding CPT, as well as the application process.

Career Planning & Readiness Workshops

The Basics of Employment for International Students

How to Use Handshake to Search for Jobs & Internships