January 22, 2008
International Desserts
This event, originally planned for December, had to be rescheduled to this upcoming weekend.
Tomorrow is the deadline to sign-up. Check or cash will get you on the list at International Student Services.
The Rochester International Council presents International Insights "Holidays Around the World Saturday, January 26 4:00 - 7:00 pm Skalny Room, Interfaith Center
Come celebrate and experience the wonder of international diversity with us as a panel of international university students discuss their holiday traditions. The discussion will be followed by international appetizers, pizza and an awesome dessert fest.
Students- $3.00
Panelists and helpers - free
RIC members and university personnel - $7.00 General public - $8.00
Reservations and payment required by Wednesday, January 23rd.
Critical Reminder for All Students on F and J Visas
If you will be going on a Co-op or internship, you must register the Co-op with RIT, and then obtain work authorization from International Student Services before starting work.
For F-1 students, we will make you a new I-20, with the Co-op company named on page 3 (this is called "CPT").
J-1's will get a letter from our office authorizing the work (this is called "Academic Training")
So, please remember,
- Enroll yourself in Co-op through the Student Information System
(academic advisor can help you with this step)
- Record job with the Co-op office http://www.rit.edu/~964www/
- Finally, you must obtain USCIS employment authorization granted by RIT's International Student Services staff. Call 475-6943 to set up appointment as soon as you are done with step #1. Bring the company's offer letter or email with you.
This last step is critical; please do not forget to do it.
Thank you,
Jeff Cox
Director
January 21, 2008
RTS Bus Forum
Please read the following announcement from Global Union regarding an upcoming RTS Bus Forum that may be of interest to you.
Attention International Students:
The NTID senator has arranged a forum to discuss the issues we are having with Rochester Transportation Services (RTS) buses and schedules. These are the longer busses, such as the on Campus Shuttles and Number 24 . These do not include the White colored Green line and Golden Memories buses. This is a forum where you can voice your ideas about how the services could be improved. The CEO of RTS will be there to hear the concerns of Students and address them. To represent the student body , Student Government President (Ed), NTID Senator (Scott), and Global Union President/International Student Senator (Aditya) will also be present on the panel. If you are interested, please come!
When? : January 23rd Wednesday
What Time? : 7pm to 8:30 pm
Where? : SAU Room 1829 (opposite Ingle Auditorium ) Free Food? : YES !!!
January 18, 2008
International Food Fest
Show off your cooking prowess at the Study Abroad International Food Fest!
The Study Abroad office is looking for students, staff and faculty who love to cook and have an international dish in their repertoire.
In addition to being a part of a very fun event, participants will be eligible to win a $50 gift certificate to their favorite restaurant. Throughout the Food Fest, people will vote on their favorite International dish. The winner will get bragging rights, and a nice evening out!
Work in a team or individually!
Thursday March 27, 2008
Clark Gymnasium
11am-2pm
Sign up now to take part in the cooking competition. All participants must be available to man their table (or have someone who can) for the full event, and provide sample size portions for approximately 200 people.
The Study Abroad Office has some funds to help offset the cost of the food, and will be giving stipends to all participants to help pay for some of the costs incurred.
Please RVSP by Wednesday January 23rd if you are interested in cooking. Anything goes, as long as it is international/ethnic.
To RSVP or if you have questions, please email Rachel Scott in the RIT Study Abroad Office or call her at 475-4466.
January 9, 2008
Rochester International Council (RIC) Winter Events
Please visit the RIC website to see the full schedule of upcoming events.
Workshop on "How to Network"
The RIT North Star Center has extended an invitation to all RIT International Students to participate in a free workshop they are offering on Monday, January 14th.
This workshop will help you develop networking skills, which are valuable when looking to make connections and start your job search.
To attend, please contact Susan Fuentes directly at sxfavp@rit.edu or call her if you have questions about the event: 475-4704.
Location: Skalny Room (lower level of Interfaith Center/Chapel)
Date: 1/14/08
Time: 5-7pm
January 8, 2008
Trip to Corning Museum of Glass and Rockwell Museum of Western Art
Join international students and scholars on an all day trip to Corning, NY, on Saturday, February 9, 2008, to visit the Corning Museum of Glass and the Rockwell Museum of Western Art. The fee for the bus, lunch, museum admissions and tours, and a Sandblasting workshop at the Corning Museum of Glass is included in the $15 fee.
The Corning Museum of Glass is the world's largest glass museum, featuring 35 centuries of glass artistry, live glassblowing demonstrations, and an International Glass Market.
The Rockwell Museum of Western Art features the best of American Western and Native American art.
The registration deadline is January 24, but there is room for only 12 students from RIT, so sign up in the ISS Office as soon as possible starting January 7. Payment is required for sign up.
January 7, 2008
Registration begins this Wednesday, January 9th. Space is limited, so sign-up early! Details are as follows (please read carefully):
Cost:
$150, which includes roundtrip bus transportation and accommodations. All students will have their own bed in a group room of the same sex. Information on the youth hostel accommodations can be found at: www.hiwashingtondc.org.
Dates:
Depart Rochester: 6:45am on Friday, March 28, 2008 Arrive to Washington, D.C.: approximately 3pm on Friday, March 28 Depart Washington, D.C.: 2pm on Sunday, March 30 Return to Rochester: approximately 10pm on Sunday, March 30, 2008
Why are we going at the end of March? Good question! The famous Washington, D.C. annual Cherry Blossom Festival begins Saturday, March 29th! Festival details.
Itinerary:
Students will be given written information on many of the historic sites in the nation's capitol. You will have the option to explore the city on your own or with a group of friends. This format will allow you to see the city at your own pace and to pick and choose the sites that are of most interest to you. Although a formal tour and daily itinerary will not be offered, students are encouraged and welcome to join a member of International Student Services as they visit some of the following sites:
Smithsonian Institute Museums, including the Air and Space Museum and the Museum of Natural History U.S. Capitol Building Photos in front of the White House Jefferson and Lincoln Memorial Vietnam Veterans Memorial United States Holocaust Memorial Museum The National Archives Building, which houses the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution Historic Georgetown Arlington National Cemetery And much more!
To sign-up for this fun-filled and educational trip, stop by International Student Services with your full payment of $150 (cash, check or money order only - no credit cards) starting Wednesday, January 9th.
REFUND POLICY: Students are eligible for a full refund ONLY if a substitute traveler will take their place. Refunds will not be given for class or exam conflicts. In case of a medical emergency, a doctor's note must be submitted for a 50% refund. Students should be prepared to arrange their own transportation to and from campus, taking into consideration the early departure time and late return.
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