The UCIE Student Connection-December 20, 2017

 

The UCIE Student Connection Newsletter
 
The International Student's Weekly Update On Events and Announcements-December 20, 2017
Campus Closure

The UCIE and most Wright State offices will be closed starting Monday, December 25th, through Tuesday, January 2nd.  During this time, paperwork and email will not be processed.  In case of emergencies, please contact the University Police at 937-775-2111.  We look forward to seeing you on campus on Tuesday, January 2nd.
Dayton City Tour

Learn about the city of Dayton while making new friends. Students on this tour will enjoy a local arcade, the new downtown Dayton Metro Library, Riverscape MetroPark, meeting the mayor, and so much more! 
 
$5 per person. Pay cash to UCIE (Student Union E190) 
Limited spots available. To reserve your spot, email catherine.hernandez@wright.edu
Wednesday, January 3rd, 2:30-5:30pm
*Starts at the Student Union Apollo Room
Bowling Day Out!

The UCIE invites you to welcome new international students and make new friends while bowling. 
 
$10 per person (includes 2 hours of bowling, shoe rentals, food, and transportation)
To register, visit this link: 
Friday, January 5th, 4-6pm
@Beaver Vu Bowling
Transportation provided
Immigration Walk-In Hours

The UCIE immigration Walk-In Advising hours for the remainder of Fall 2017:
  • Monday, 9-11am
  • Tuesday, 9-11am
  • Wednesday, 1:30-3:30pm
  • Thursday, 1:30-3:30pm
  • Friday, 9-11am
Admission Walk-In Hours

The UCIE Admissions Team will accepting official transcripts from new incoming students on October 2nd at the following walk in hours: 
 
  • Monday - Noon to 1pm
  • Tuesday- 9am to 10am
  • Wednesday- 3pm to 4pm
  • Thursday- 9am to 10am
  • Friday- 2pm to 3pm
OPT Application Submission for Fall 2017
 
If you are an international student graduating in Fall 2017 semester, you may start applying for OPT on September 18, 2017.
                                           
Please use the link below to access and complete all required documents for the OPT application: OPT
 
Choose an OPT start date between 12/16/2017 and 2/13/2018. The final date for fall 2017 graduates to submit application materials for OPT is February 2, 2018.
 
PLEASE NOTE: If you have any reservations regarding graduation for fall 2017 semester, please do not apply for OPT until after semester end grades have been posted.
Christmas Mass
 
The Catholic Campus Ministry across from Allyn Hall will have a 7pm Christmas Eve Mass.  No Mass on Christmas Day. 
ALL ARE WELCOME
 
For questions, contact Celeste Farmer at
937-426-1836

 
Dunbar Library Updated Hours
 
Please see below updated hours for the Dunbar Library. As always, staff are available by appointment. 

Spring Semester Hours Dunbar Library
Monday - Thursday: 7:30 a.m. - midnight
Friday: 7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Sunday: 1:00 p.m. - midnight

For hours of other library service areas please refer to the Dunbar Wire blog or the calendar of library hours and events at libraries.wright.edu/calendar.


 
Greene CATS Public Transit Flex Route Student Semester Pass Bundle

Greene CATS Public Transit has launched a new Student Semester Bundle Pass that began December 1st. Check image in this ad for more information:

For questions, contact swebster@greenecats.org

 
Great On Campus Job: Be an RA Next School Year
 
Applications are now being accepted for Fall 2018-Spring 2019 Resident Assistant (RA) positions. RAs will be assigned to a residential community as determined by Residence Life and Housing. Those hired as RAs receive a full meal plan, housing on campus, and more. Learn more here: RA Application
 
Deadline to apply:January 15, 2018.
Experience the 2nd Street Market
 
Experience our local farmer's market. Enjoy food, music, local farmers, bakers, culinary specialist, and more. 
Thursdays (11am-3pm), Fridays (11am-3pm), Saturdays (8am-3pm), and Sundays (11am-3pm)
@ 600 E 2nd Street, Dayton, Ohio
No transportation provided.
Ice Skating at Riverscape MetroPark
 
Ice skate outdoors in the heart of downtown at Riverscape Metro Park. $7 for admission and shoe rentals. 

@111 E. Monument Avenue, Dayton, Ohio 45402
For more information and times, visit this link: Ice Skating Downtown
* No transportation provided
A Carillon Christmas
 
Features thousands of Christmas lights, traditional holiday fare, Santa Claus, live music, crafts, and more! $8 admission. 

@1000 Carillon Blvd, Dayton, Ohio 45409
For more information and times, visit this link: A Carillon Christmas
* No transportation provided
Clifton Mill Christmas Lights 2017
 
One of the country's finest with millions of Christmas lights illuminating the mill, the gorge, the riverbank, and so much more! $10 per person. 

@75 Water St., Clifton, Ohio
For more information and times, visit this link: Clifton Mills
* No transportation provided
Local Events?
 
Learn of more upcoming local events by visiting: Dayton Local Website
The UCIE Student Connection Newsletter
 
The International Student's Weekly Update On Events and Announcements-December 20, 2017
Campus Closure

The UCIE and most Wright State offices will be closed starting Monday, December 25th, through Tuesday, January 2nd.  During this time, paperwork and email will not be processed.  In case of emergencies, please contact the University Police at 937-775-2111.  We look forward to seeing you on campus on Tuesday, January 2nd.
Dayton City Tour

Learn about the city of Dayton while making new friends. Students on this tour will enjoy a local arcade, the new downtown Dayton Metro Library, Riverscape MetroPark, meeting the mayor, and so much more! 
 
$5 per person. Pay cash to UCIE (Student Union E190) 
Limited spots available. To reserve your spot, email catherine.hernandez@wright.edu
Wednesday, January 3rd, 2:30-5:30pm
*Starts at the Student Union Apollo Room
Bowling Day Out!

The UCIE invites you to welcome new international students and make new friends while bowling. 
 
$10 per person (includes 2 hours of bowling, shoe rentals, food, and transportation)
To register, visit this link: 
Friday, January 5th, 4-6pm
@Beaver Vu Bowling
Transportation provided
Immigration Walk-In Hours

The UCIE immigration Walk-In Advising hours for the remainder of Fall 2017:
  • Monday, 9-11am
  • Tuesday, 9-11am
  • Wednesday, 1:30-3:30pm
  • Thursday, 1:30-3:30pm
  • Friday, 9-11am
Admission Walk-In Hours

The UCIE Admissions Team will accepting official transcripts from new incoming students on October 2nd at the following walk in hours: 
 
  • Monday - Noon to 1pm
  • Tuesday- 9am to 10am
  • Wednesday- 3pm to 4pm
  • Thursday- 9am to 10am
  • Friday- 2pm to 3pm
OPT Application Submission for Fall 2017
 
If you are an international student graduating in Fall 2017 semester, you may start applying for OPT on September 18, 2017.
                                           
Please use the link below to access and complete all required documents for the OPT application: OPT
 
Choose an OPT start date between 12/16/2017 and 2/13/2018. The final date for fall 2017 graduates to submit application materials for OPT is February 2, 2018.
 
PLEASE NOTE: If you have any reservations regarding graduation for fall 2017 semester, please do not apply for OPT until after semester end grades have been posted.
Christmas Mass
 
The Catholic Campus Ministry across from Allyn Hall will have a 7pm Christmas Eve Mass.  No Mass on Christmas Day. 
ALL ARE WELCOME
 
For questions, contact Celeste Farmer at
937-426-1836

 
Dunbar Library Updated Hours
 
Please see below updated hours for the Dunbar Library. As always, staff are available by appointment. 

Spring Semester Hours Dunbar Library
Monday - Thursday: 7:30 a.m. - midnight
Friday: 7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Sunday: 1:00 p.m. - midnight

For hours of other library service areas please refer to the Dunbar Wire blog or the calendar of library hours and events at libraries.wright.edu/calendar.


 
Greene CATS Public Transit Flex Route Student Semester Pass Bundle

Greene CATS Public Transit has launched a new Student Semester Bundle Pass that began December 1st. Check image in this ad for more information:

For questions, contact swebster@greenecats.org

 
Great On Campus Job: Be an RA Next School Year
 
Applications are now being accepted for Fall 2018-Spring 2019 Resident Assistant (RA) positions. RAs will be assigned to a residential community as determined by Residence Life and Housing. Those hired as RAs receive a full meal plan, housing on campus, and more. Learn more here: RA Application
 
Deadline to apply:January 15, 2018.
Experience the 2nd Street Market
 
Experience our local farmer's market. Enjoy food, music, local farmers, bakers, culinary specialist, and more. 
Thursdays (11am-3pm), Fridays (11am-3pm), Saturdays (8am-3pm), and Sundays (11am-3pm)
@ 600 E 2nd Street, Dayton, Ohio
No transportation provided.
Ice Skating at Riverscape MetroPark
 
Ice skate outdoors in the heart of downtown at Riverscape Metro Park. $7 for admission and shoe rentals. 

@111 E. Monument Avenue, Dayton, Ohio 45402
For more information and times, visit this link: Ice Skating Downtown
* No transportation provided
A Carillon Christmas
 
Features thousands of Christmas lights, traditional holiday fare, Santa Claus, live music, crafts, and more! $8 admission. 

@1000 Carillon Blvd, Dayton, Ohio 45409
For more information and times, visit this link: A Carillon Christmas
* No transportation provided
Clifton Mill Christmas Lights 2017
 
One of the country's finest with millions of Christmas lights illuminating the mill, the gorge, the riverbank, and so much more! $10 per person. 

@75 Water St., Clifton, Ohio
For more information and times, visit this link: Clifton Mills
* No transportation provided