Table of Contents
- Wright State Biggest Multicultural Event - 'Wright State International Festival'
- International Women's Gathering
- Nominations Being Accepted for Wright State International Festival Awards
- UCIE Convo Club on Multiple Days
- International Women's Day Events
- He Named Me MALALA Film Screening
- Global Connections - RARA: A Haitian Holiday
- OPT Application Information for Spring 2016
- Update your I20 & get it Signed for Travel
- Spring Semester Open Immigration Advising
- Attention International Students - Tax Season is here
- Walk-in Hours for Advisors and Documents
Wright State Biggest Multicultural Event - 'Wright State International Festival':
International Friendship Affair (IFA) currently named 'Wright State International Festival' is an annual event organized by the University Center for International Education to give the WSU students an opportunity to share their cultural heritage with surrounding communities. This is a chance for you to share your talents and cultural heritage with every one by performing (Dances, songs, play instruments etc.)
This year’s theme is “Innovations Around The World”.
Create the most colorful and interesting features of the Wright State International Festival: the Table Displays. This is your opportunity to present your culture and traditions of your home country by using interactive media, posters, books or any artifacts that you may have brought from your country. You are more than welcome to contact Dez or Dubem at (isidore.munyeshuli@wright.edu or ucie5@wright.edu) and they will provide you with the information that you need. The table displays must be ready by 12:30 pm on April 3rd, 2016 and the displays are expected to be open until 4:30 pm.
For more information contact Anoop at ucie19@wright.edu or Chugo at ucie18@wright.edu
International Women's Gathering:
An event just for women. Meet women from all over the world, while enjoying henna, international potluck, nail art, make up tutorial and performances. This event is only for women.
***Refreshments will be provided***
Nominations Being Accepted for Wright State International Festival Awards:
WSU Global Citizen Award
WSU International Student/Scholar Advocate Award
The WSU University Center for International Education (UCIE) is currently seeking nominations for the two Awards listed above. Individual who are nominated and selected will be recognized at the April 3rd Wright State International Festival. Nomination forms and documentation must be submitted to UCIE no later than Friday, March 18th to be considered.
A $250 cash award will be provided to nominee selected for each award. Nomination criterion and forms can be found on the UCIE websites below:
Global Citizen Award (Student Award)
https://www.wright.edu/sites/www.wright.edu/files/page/attachments/globalCitizenAwardForm2016.pdf
International Student/Scholar Advocate Award (faculty, staff, or community member award)
https://www.wright.edu/sites/www.wright.edu/files/page/attachments/advocateAwardForm2016.pdf
UCIE Convo Club on Multiple Days
Want to practice your English? Interact with American friends and improve your skills in a fun and friendly environment. For questions, contact Catherine Hernandez at catherine.hernandez@wright.edu.
- Date & Time: Every Monday (3 PM - 4 PM) & Thursday (1 PM to 2 PM)
- Location: UCIE Conference Room (E-190 Student Union
International Women's Day Events:
Join UCIE and the Women's center in celebrating women's day with the following events
1) Women's Center Kick Off Coffee and Tea Tastings
- Date: March 8th, 2016
- Time: 12 PM to 2:30 PM
- Location: Millet Hall - 154
2) UCIE International Women's Gathering
- Date: March 8th, 2016
- Time: 2 PM to 4 PM
- Location: E 190 UCIE Conference Room, Student Union
3) He Named Me MALALA Film Screening
- Date: March 11th, 2016
- Time: 5:30 PM to 8 PM
- Location: 163 Discovery Room, Student Union
He Named Me MALALA Film Screening:
Join us celebrating International Women's Day with free "He Named Me Malala" Film Screening.
Check out the trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a8zVfrrlLvY-Everyone is welcome.
- Date: March 11th, 2016
- Time: 5:30 PM to 8 PM
- Location: 163 Discovery Room, Student Union
For any questions or concerns, please contact Catherine at catherine.hernandez@wright.edu
Global Connections - RARA: A Haitian Holiday
Join UCIE and meet people from across the globe as we celebrate RARA, a Haitian Holiday. Hear a presentation on Haitian culture, learn Haitian dances, and enjoy authentic Haitian snacks.
- Date: March 11th, 2016
- Time: 3 PM to 5 PM
- Location: E 190 UCIE Conference Room Student Union
For any questions or concerns, please contact Catherine at catherine.hernandez@wright.edu
OPT Application Information for Spring 2016:
International students graduating spring 2016 may begin applying for OPT on February 1, 2016. The final date for spring 2016 graduates to apply for OPT is June 15, 2016.
Choose an OPT start date between 5/1/2016 and 6/29/2016.
PLEASE NOTE: If you have any reservations regarding potential graduation for spring 2016 semester, do not apply for OPT until you are certain about graduation.
Update your I20 & get it signed for Travel:
Immigration office of the University Center for International Education (UCIE) would like to invite you to attend their I-20 signing party.
March 9th, 2016 (10:30 AM - 1:30 PM)
March 24th, 2016 (12:00 PM - 3:00 PM)
April 6th, 20th and 27th, 2016 (10:30 AM - 1:30 AM)
April 14th and 28th, 2016 ( 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM)
Spring Semester Open Immigration Advising
Check out the days and times below to consult with one of the University Center for International Education immigration advisors!
General, CPT, OPT, Work Authorization Advising:
Wednesday* — 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Thursday — 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Location: E 190 Student Union
Attention International Students - Tax Season is here:
- 3/4/2016, Friday, 3:00 PM, Millet Hall 033 - Indian Students Only
- 3/10/2016, Thursday, 10:00 AM, Rike Hall 072 - International Students
- 3/11/2016, Friday, 3:00 PM, Millett Hall 033 - Indian Students Only
- 3/15/2016, Tuesday, 10:00 AM, Rike Hall 072 - International Students
- All the international students who are non-resident aliens should purchase and use the Glacier Tax Prep (GTP) software provided by UCIE. (Please be aware that Turbo Tax is for resident aliens.)
- The link to purchase the Glacier Tax Software: http://bit.ly/ucie-tax-glacier
Form 1099:
- 1099-DIV Money made on Stocks, Dividends, Bonds etc.
- 1099-G Refund of your State of Ohio Taxes from previous tax year.
- 1099-INT If you received interest on a savings account (you do not need to report this on your Federal Income Tax Return).
- 1099-R Refund of any money you paid into PERS (Ohio retirement fund).
- 1099-MISC Money paid to you as an independent contractor.
- Please be aware that each student/scholar is ultimately responsible for the accuracy of his/her income tax returns, and any resulting penalties or interest.
Walk-in Hours for Advisors and Documents:
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 January 19th.
Graduate students be sure to bring all original semester mark sheets as well as your provisional certificate/degree certificate and any 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 any other documents that were outlined in your admission letter.
- Monday: 12:00 P.M -1:00P.M
- Tuesday: 10:00A.M-11:00A.M
- Wednesday: 3:00P.M-4:00P.M
- Thursday: 11:00A.M-12:00P.M
- Friday: 2:00P.M-3:00P.M
