The UCIE Student Connection - September 21, 2016

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Saudi National Day Celebration

Saudi Students Association would like to welcome you all to attend Saudi National Day Celebration which is one of the biggest events that Saudi Association put on every year at WSU. Celebrate and learn about Saudi Culture while enjoying great activities and performances.

When: September 22nd, Thursday

Time: 5 PM to 8 PM
 

Wright State University International Student Scholarship

The UCIE International Student Scholarships for 2016 will be awarded for Fall Semester 2016 or Spring 2017 Semester to an international students. See the application for more information.

Scholarship application is attached to this newsletter and email. Please see below. 

 

For any questions or concerns, please contact jonathon.henderson@wright.edu 

 

 

 

 

 


International Admissions Walk-In Hours

Need to turn in your documents? Students may come to the UCIE admissions office E244 Student Union during the following times for walk-ins that begin September 12th.

Graduate students be sure to bring all original semester mark sheets as well as your provisional certificate/degree certificate and anything other documents that were outlined in your admission letter.
Undergraduate students please remember to bring your high school transcripts, any college transcripts you have, and anything other documents that were outlined in your admission letter.
 
Monday: 12:00 P.M -1:00 P.M
 
Tuesday: 10:00 A.M-11:00 A.M
 
Wednesday: 3:00 P.M-4:00 P.M
 
Thursday:11:00 A.M-12:00 P.M
 
Friday:  2:00 P.M-3:00 P.M

Open IMMIGRATION Advising 

Check out the days and times below to consult with one of the University Center for International Education immigration advisors! 

Monday: 2 P.M - 3 P.M
 
Tuesday: 10:30 A.M - 11:30 A.M
 
Wednesday: 10:30 A.M - 11:30 A.M
 
Thursday: 2 P.M - 3 P.M
 
 
More information please contact:
 
University Center for International Education
244 B Student Union, Wright State University
 
 

OPT DEADLINE

If you are an international student graduating in fall 2016 semester, you may start applying for OPT on 9/19/2016. 

Choose a beginning date for OPT between 12/18/2016 and 2/15/2017.
 
PLEASE NOTE: If you have any reservations regarding potential graduation for fall 2016 semester, please do not apply for OPT until after semester end grades have been posted. 
 
The final date for fall 2016 graduates to submit application materials for OPT is February 3, 2017.
 
 
 

UCIE Conversation Club 

Want to practice your English?  Interact with American friends and join the great conversations.

For questions, contact Catherine Hernandez at catherine.hernandez@wright.edu.

Date & Time:  Every Monday 3PM - 4PM & Thursday 1PM - 2PM

Location: UCIE Conference Room (E-190 Student Union)

 

 

 

 

 

 


UCIE's Global Connections: Politics Around the World

Come by UCIE conference room for some free snacks and a chance to connect with people from all over the world.

Learn how countries choose their leader while making new friends  

Date & Time:  Friday, September 23rd, 3 - 5 pm

Location: UCIE conference room

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Arabic & Chinese Office Hours

All Arabic speakers are invited to the Arabic Office Hour and Chinese speakers are invited to the Chinese Coffee Hour. Get your questions answered in a language close to your heart.

Arabic Office Hour:  Every Friday 12 pm - 1 pm

Chinese Office Hour: Every Tuesday 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Location: E 190 Student Union (UCIE Conference Room)

 


OPT Group Q&A Sessions

Talk with your immigration advisors on OPT group Q & A session. See the dates below

September 26th, 2 PM

October 4th & 18th, 10:30 PM

October 10th & 24th, 2 PM

November 1st, 15th & 29th, 10:30 AM 

November 7th & 21st, 2 PM 

Location: 244 B Student Union, Wright State University


Discover Dayton: Greene Outdoor Mall Trip/Live Music

Take a trip with UCIE to the Greene Outdoor shopping mall while enjoying shopping, live music, and more! Transportation provided, but limited spots available. If you have free transportation, feel free to attend on your own. 

To sign up for a spot, please email catherine.hernandez@wright.edu 

When: September 24th, 2016
Time: 5:30 PM - 9 PM
 

 

 


DEADLINE coming soon: HOST FAMILY PROGRAM

Experience an American family, home, holidays and more by being matched with an American family through UCIE's Host Family Program!

*Note this is not a live-in host family program. 

Join today by submitting your application using this link: bit.ly/ucie-host  

Fall Semester Deadline: Monday, September 26th 
 
What's in it for me?
 
Learn more about American culture.
Get connected and network with the local community.
Improve English speaking skills.
Share your culture with an American family.
Experience an American home.
 
 
 
 

Volunteering at a Local Senior Center 

 
Volunteer your time by playing fun games and getting to know the elderly at a local senior Center. Transportation provided but limites spots available. If you are interested in signing up, email catherine.hernandez@wright.edu your name, phone number, and volunteer shift. The following shifts are available.
 
Monday: September 26th, 2016 from 9 AM - 11 AM (6 spots available)
Monday: September 26th, 2016 from 1 PM - 3PM (6 spots available)
Wednesday: September 28th, 9 AM - 11 AM (6 spots available)
Wednesday: September 28th, 1 PM - 3 PM (6 spots available)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Events Coming up!!!

UAB's Kickoff Picnic-Wednesday, September 28th, 12pm-3pm-The Quad

Nearly Naked Mile-Wednesday, September 28th, 7pm-The Quad-Donate clothes to those in need while running a mile.

FIFA Tournament-Thursday, September 29th, 7pm-10pm-Student Union Atrium

Cardboard Boat Race-Thursday, September 29th, 7pm-10pm-WSU Atrium Pool

Wright State Ignites Bonfire, Friday, September 30th, 7pm-11pm-Nutter Center Lot 7 (Shuttles provided at Student Union, The Woods, Honors, and College Park)
 
Casino Night-Friday, September 30th, 7pm-11pm-The Hangar
 
Homecoming Festival-Saturday, October 1st, 4:30pm-Rinzler Field
 
Skate Party-Saturday, October 1st, 9pm-12am-Orbit Fun Center, 5001 Nebraska Ave, Dayton
 

 


 
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