J-1 Academic Training: Application Basics
Friday, April 24th, 2015 3:00 – 4:00 pm International Students & Scholars Office 888 Commonwealth Ave, Second Floor The J-1 “Academic Training” workshop is intended for Boston University-sponsored Exchange Visitors who wish to apply for employment or training permission related to their academic program. The workshop will cover eligibility factors, suitable training... More
OPT Workshop at BU Schools and Colleges
The following OPT "Basics" workshops will be presented by ISSO advisors at schools and colleges: College/School Date Time Location Presenter Questrom School of Business (Graduate) Wed, Feb 4, 2015 3:30-4:30 p.m. 595 Commonwealth AveRoom 316 Lauren Snow Questrom School of Business Thurs, Feb 26, 2015 6:00-7:00 p.m. Kenmore Classroom Auditorium, 565 Commonwealth Ave. Kendra Zysk School of Education Thurs, Feb 26, 2015 8:00-9:00 p.m. School of Education Two Silber... More
Employment Authorization for Summer Internships Workshop
Employment Authorization for Summer Internships Interested in landing a summer job or internship? This new workshop offered by the ISSO will discuss F-1 student employment authorization options for off-campus work and internships including: Curricular Practical Training (CPT) Pre-completion Optional Practical Training (pre-OPT) Employment through designated International Organizations We will also discuss guidelines for unpaid internships and... More
Interviewing in the USA: A Career Workshop
Come join the International Students and Scholars Office (ISSO) and the Center for Career Development (CCD) for a program designed to help international students understand the job search process in the U.S. Sharpen your interviewing techniques by bringing your strengths as an international student to the table. This workshop will help you... More
OPT Workshops – Spring 2015
The ISSO offers two workshops for students interested in learning more about F-1 Optional Practical Training (OPT) – “Application Basics” for students preparing to apply, and “Transitions” for students already approved for OPT and planning the next step. Pre-registration for these workshops in not required, but space is limited. All sessions will take place... More
Tips for academic Success in the U.S.!
Join fellow students at one or all of this five-part series co-sponsored by the ISSO, the Educational Resource Center (ERC), the Center for English Language and Orientation Programs (CELOP), BU Libraries, the CAS Writing Center, and the COM Writing Center. The workshop series will cover academic topics including time management, academic... More
ISSO Check-In Deadline, F1 Semester Verification
February 2, 2015 is the spring deadline for all NEW students to complete ISSO check-in and for all CONTINUING students in F-1 status to complete semester verification. Please do not hesitate to contact the staff at the ISSO with any questions concerning your immigration status or to Boston University.
New ISSO advisor assignments effective 1/12/2015
Check out the new student advisor assignments for the ISSO advisors and get to know your new ISSO advisor.
Regulatory Changes for J-1 Exchange Visitors
New J-1 Exchange Visitor New federal regulations means changes for international students and scholars in the J-1 Exchange Visitor status. The J-1 Exchange Visitor Program was established by the U.S. Department of State (DOS) to facilitate the exchange of international research and education. The DOS oversees the program and has... More
Welcome, New Students!
Riho Imada (from left) and Akari Noguchi, both students at the Center for English Language and Orientation Programs, and Andrew Burwash (CAS'18) at the International Student Reception, held September 4 at the Trustee Ballroom. Photo by Jackie Riccardi
