The UCIE Student Connection - November 15, 2017

The UCIE Student Connection Newsletter
 
The International Student's Weekly Update On Events and Announcements-November 15, 2017
The International Student's Guide to Finding a Job in the USA
 
Hear from dynamic speaker, Dan Beaudry, author of the book, Power Ties: The International Student's Guide to Finding a Job in the US. Learn powerful techniques that will help you when job searching in the US. 
 
Friday, November 17th
3:00-5:00pm
Student Union 108E
Celebrate Asia!
 
Join us as we celebrate the beauty of Asian cultures. Enjoy:
  • Asian country displays led by students
  • Performances
  • Learning about Study Abroad opportunities available in Asia
  • Raffle items
  • And so much more!
Thursday, November 16th 
12-2pm
Student Union Atrium
President's Reception
 
Be an honored guest at the President's Reception while you enjoy food, music, and a special performance by WSU's Collegiate Chorale.
 
Thursday, November 16th 
3:30-5pm
Student Union Atrium
UCIE Winter Coat Runs!
 
UCIE will be providing transportation to the Dayton Mall where you can buy good winter clothes. 
  • Sunday, November 19th @ 2pm-Dayton Mall
Limited seats available. To sign up, please email catherine.hernandez@wright.edu
No Convo Club on Nov 16th
 
There will be no Convo Club during International Education Week. Convo Club will reconvene on Monday, November 20th.
 
Practice your English with American friends at the UCIE Convo Club. Just show up and join fun topics every session!
 
Student Union E190

For questions, email catherine.hernandez@wright.edu
Raiderthon
 
Wright State students can dance for hours, have fun, make new friends and watch great entertainment, all for a good cause. Join the fifth annual Raiderthon, a 15-hour dance marathon to raise money for Dayton Children's Hospital.

Saturday, November 18th, 10am-1am
Student Union Apollo Room
Register here: Raiderthon
UCIE Graduation Reception (RSVP Needed)
 
For those graduating: The University Center for International Education (UCIE) invites you in celebrating your graduation at this semester's Graduation Reception. 
 
Friday, December 15th 2017
2:30 -4:30pm
Student Union Atrium
 
If you would like to join us for the reception please follow this link: UCIE Grad Reception RSVP  so we can honor you are part of the reception. Please note that if you do not complete the survey found at in the previous link we will not call out your name during the reception.
 
If you would like to purchase a graduation sash to commemorate your home country or your study abroad experience you can click here: https://www.visionwear.com/sashes.html   
 
Congratulations on your accomplishment and we hope to see you at the reception!
Local Thanksgiving Celebrations
 
Thanksgiving is many American's favorite holiday. There are a number of free celebrations in the area. If you would like to experience Thanksgiving, consider attending any of the following free events:
  • An IFI Thanksgiving with International Friendships Inc. 
  • Friday, November 17th, 7pm-11pm
  • Address: Faircreek Church-2400 Faircreek Rdige Dr. Fairborn, Ohio 45324
  • Transportation provided by IFI. Transportation starting at 6pm at the Student Union
  • Free Food
  • For questions, contact Larissa Swartz at l.swartz@ifiusa.org or 740-506-3641
  • 33rd Annual Thanksgiving Dinner with the Xenia Area Liaison Committee of Campus Bible Fellowship International
    • Friday, November 17th, 6:30pm 
    • Address: Fairborn Senior Center, 325 North Third Street, Fairborn Ohio. 
    • Transportation provided by organization at Student Union 6pm
    • Tickets required (Ticket available at the UCIE Front Desk). 
    • Free Food!
    • For questions, contact Gary Holtz at 937-878-2873 
  • Raidersgiving with the Wright State Community
  • Thursday, November 23rd, 12-2pm
  • Address: Wright State University Nutter Center, McLin Gym
  • Free Food, Games, Door Prizes, and more!
  • For questions, contact sommer.todd@wright.edu
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
 
Application available from Oct 20, 2017-January 15, 2018.
Psych Club Hike!
 
Come join the psychology club for a hike in one of the campus trails!

Sunday, Novemer 19th
12:30pm
Meeting first at Allyn Hall next to hangar.

Email jimenez.16@wright.edu for questions.
 
Admission & Immigration Walk-In Hours

The UCIE Admissions Team will start 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
The UCIE immigration window will be open Fall 2017 for the following hours:
  • Monday, 9-11am
  • Tuesday, 9-11am
  • Wednesday, 1:30-3:30pm
  • Thursday, 1:30-3:30pm
  • Friday, 9-11am
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.
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.