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Vol. 12 No. 08 - March 9, 2016

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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

 

SUMMER Health Insurance Waiver:

Students who are travelling to their home countries this entire summer 2016 semester and students who are graduating and going on OPT this spring might be entitled for their summer health insurance waiver. This is subject to Mr. Jonathon Henderson approval. Student are required to produce their complete flight itinerary details in case of travelling. 

 
***Please fine the attached Summer Health Insurance Waiver below this page***

For more information please contact: Jonathon at jonathon.hernderson@wright.edu

 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

 

 ATTENTION INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS:

The UCIE will not be accepting student diplomas for pickup. If you would like to pick up your diploma on campus you can do so at Raider Connect.

Spring 2016 Schedule for Diploma Pickup:

1) June 22, 2016 (Wednesday) - Diplomas are available for pickup at Raider Connect

2) June 29, 2016, (Wednesday) - Diplomas are mailed

If you would like to pick up your diploma:

In order for your diploma to be available for pick-up on dates indicated, please email tami.smith@wright.edu and include your Name, UID, and your Term of Graduation.
 
Diplomas mailed to the UCIE will be returned to the registrar’s office.

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. 

Get your I20 updated and signed for your Travel. Older version of I-20 is not valid from July 1st, 2016. All international students are expected to update their I20's before the deadline. 
 
For more information contact Dez at isidore.munyeshuli@wright.edu or call (937) 775 3301.
 
Upcoming Event Timings and Dates:

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:

 

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.)

To purchase Glacier Tax Prep (GTP), please visit the link below: 
 
 
Tax Workshop Schedule for Non-Resident Alien with INCOME
Day & Date Time Location
  • 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

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.

For more information, please check these links:

 
Tax facts
 
Uncommon Treaty Provisions
 
Many countries have tax treaties with the U.S. that allow their residents to earn money while temporarily living in the U.S. without being subject to income tax on those earnings in both countries. Most treaties have very similar rules for students and scholars. However, these three countries have uncommon provisions:
 
China Treaty-Article 19, 20(c)
 
Almost all U.S. tax treaties are limited to a specific number of years and may not be available for residents for tax purposes.  
The U.S. treaty with China provides that a scholar is exempt from tax on earned income for 3 years. After 2 years, a scholar will become a resident alien for tax purposes but is still entitled to 1 more year of tax benefits under the treaty. The treaty also provides that students have an exemption of up to $5,000 per year for income earned while they are studying or training. In most cases, the student will become a resident for federal tax purposes in their sixth calendar year. Students from China can continue to claim the treaty benefits on their resident alien tax return (if they still meet the definition of a student).
 
 
India Treaty-Article 21(2)
 
An Indian student (F-1) may take a standard deduction equal to the amount allowable on Form 1040 and may be able to claim the personal exemptions for a nonworking spouse and U.S.-born children. 
Treaty benefits for a scholar from India are very different from those for a student. The
Scholar benefit for income code 18 is lost retroactively if the visit exceeds 2 years.
The standard deduction for single taxpayers in 2015 is $6,300. The deduction for married filing separately is $6,300.
Nonresident aliens can’t file a joint return. Even though a student from India may be able to take an exemption for a nonworking spouse, this is not considered a joint return. Thus, the standard deduction for married filing separately must be used. In determining their tax liability, they must use the tax tables or tax rate schedules for married filing separately.
 
 
Canada Treaty-Article 15
 
The students and scholars are permitted to use Article 15 of the tax treaty, which applies to dependent personal services.  
The tax treaty with Canada is different from all other tax treaties because it (1) exempts all earned income if the nonresident earned not more than $10,000 in the tax year, but (2) taxes all income if the nonresident earned more than $10,000. This treaty benefit is lost if the nonresident becomes a resident for tax purposes
 
For more information please see Publication 4011 below:

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
 
 

 

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University Center for International Education

Location: 
224 Student Union
Hours: 
Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
Phone: 
937-775-5745
Fax: 
937-775-5776
Email: 
General Questions: 

askucie@wright.edu

Immigration Questions: 

ucieimmigration@wright.edu

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