From: VISA Office
Date: September 28, 2022
Subject: ISS News, September 28, 2022: OPT & CPT Workshops, How to Navigate ISS' Virtual Chat, Complete ISAC's Onboarding Survey Today, Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, think[box] Welcome Funds, Wellness Offerings, Fairs, Good Vibes, and More


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September 28, 2022

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in this issue:

  1. OPT & CPT Workshops
  2. Orientation with ISS
  3. Features
  4. How to Navigate ISS Virtual Advising
  5. Campus Happenings
  6. Good Vibes Only

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ISS Staff is available to students, without an appointment, on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday during advising hours:

11am to 1pm- through virtual advising available online

1pm to 3pm- through in-person advising in the office

There are no advising hours on Wednesday.

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If you need to speak with an advisor outside of our advising hours, please send an email to international@case.edu to schedule an appointment. Please provide your full, legal name and a brief description of the nature of your appointment when you contact us.

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OPT & CPT Workshops

ISS is offering Optional Practical Training (OPT) and CPT Workshops to go over in detail the application process, student responsibilities, and other important considerations.

Being well informed before applying for either authorization is extremely important and applying early is critical!

USCIS is publishing that it takes 3-5 months to process submitted OPT applications. Plan to complete a required OPT workshop as early as possible to be best prepared. Remember, you do not need to have a job offer to apply for OPT!

You do need to have a job offer before applying for CPT authorization and you are not eligible to begin your experience until you have proper authorization in place. It can take several days to become authorized.

Virtual workshops led by an advisor have been scheduled and information about required registration, attendance, and the application process can be found on our website under the OPT and CPT sections.

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Orientation with ISS

The ISS orientation session reviews the most fundamental rules and regulations as well as resources that ISS provides in order to help you maintain your status and enhance your time at Case Western Reserve University.

Did you miss orientation with ISS this Fall?

You can access the information by:

  • Logging into Terra Dotta,
  • clicking on your Check-In Record, and 
  • clicking on the item called "ISS Orientation Presentation" 
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Chat with ISS Staff During Virtual Advising Hours

ISS offers virtual advising on-demand to answer quick questions from 11 am - 1 pm on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. Watch this video to find out how to access virtual advising and talk to an advisor through our online chat!

Features

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Study Abroad Information

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Education Abroad Drop-In Advising

Start your study abroad journey at drop-in advising.  You can get to know the advisors here.

EVENT

Being You Abroad: Multicultural Student Panel

Monday, October 3
1:30pm - 3:00pm
Office of Multicultural Affairs - Sears 409, Center for Intl Affairs, Tomlinson 143 (7031) Case Western Reserve Univ 10900 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, Ohio 44106, United States
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Come hear from multicultural students who have already studied abroad through CWRU about their experiences abroad in this informal Q&A.
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EVENT

Find us at: Homecoming - the Benefits of Study Abroad!

Friday, October 7
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tinkham Veale University Center - Student Organization Center, Center for Intl Affairs, Tomlinson 143 (7031) Case Western Reserve Univ 10900 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, Ohio 44106, United States
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Representatives from the Education Abroad office will share opportunities for your student and answer questions about what CWRU provides.

First-Year Experience and Family Programs presents this program to parents of current students.
https://cwru.events.alumniq.com/schedule/2022/
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Cleveland Bucket List

A "bucket list" typically consists of goals you would like to accomplish in your lifetime. The Cleveland Bucket List is for Case Western Reserve University students and features interesting places to see and fun things to do off-campus before graduation.

Campus Happenings

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Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

Hispanic Heritage Month takes place each year from September 15 through October 15. This year, the series of Hispanic Heritage Month events, entitled “Voz: Celebramos la Voz de Nuestra Gente” (Voice: Celebrating our Latine Voice), offers an opportunity for students, faculty and staff across Case Western Reserve University to learn and celebrate.

Stay up-to-date with the full list of events online.

EVENT

Understanding the Latinx Student Experience at CWRU (Student Event)

Wednesday, September 28
12:00pm - 1:30pm
Tinkham Veale University Center, Senior Classroom, 10900 Euclid Avenue Adelbert Hall, Room 109, Cleveland, Ohio 44106-7048, United States
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Learn about resources, academic units, programs and student organizations. Build community with current and new students. Experience small group discussions facilitated by students.
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EVENT

SEXPOpalooza 2022

Wednesday, September 28
12:00pm - 5:00pm
Thwing Excelsior Ballroom, Tinkham Veale University Center, Suite 248 11038 Bellflower Road, Cleveland, Ohio 44106-7175, United States
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SEXPOpalooza is an annual sexual health fair intended to remove the taboo associated with openly discussing sex and sexuality. This event challenges established social norms by giving participants a safe place to learn, discuss, and participate in activities and discussions.

Join us in the Thwing ballroom for our keynote speaker, information booths, sexual health information, STI testing, prizes, games, and more!
RSVP

EVENT

Fall 2022 Community Service Fair

Friday, September 30
12:30pm - 2:00pm
Thwing Ballroom, 11111 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH 44106, United States
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Stop in to learn about community service opportunities with 45+ nonprofit organizations in the Cleveland area! Free pizza provided (while it lasts)!
RSVP

EVENT

Choices Fair

Friday, September 30
12:45pm - 2:00pm
Veale Convocation, Recreation and Athletic Center, 10900 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, Ohio 44106, United States
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The annual Choices Fair is an opportunity for you to learn about the nearly 100 majors and minors at Case Western Reserve University. Faculty representatives from every academic department will be on hand to answer questions at this engaging event. 

You will also have a chance to discover some of the experiential education and extracurricular opportunities the university offers as members from student academic groups, multicultural clubs and community service organizations will be in attendance. Staff representing opportunities for study abroad, undergraduate research, career services and more will also be present.
RSVP
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EVENT

Understanding the Asian Student Experience at CWRU (Student Event)

Wednesday, October 5
12:00pm - 1:30pm
Private Location (register to display)
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Learn about resources, academic units, programs and student organizations. Build community with current and new students. Experience small group discussions facilitated by students.
RSVP
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Virtual Career Fair

Thursday, Oct. 6, 2022 | 2 to 5 p.m. EDT

Through Handshake’s virtual fair platform, you'll meet employers through scheduled one-on-one meetings and group information sessions.

Stay up-to-date on all career fair details on the Post-Graduate Planning and Experiential Education website.

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Save the Date: Homecoming Weekend: October 6-9

Case Western Reserve University is looking forward to welcoming you back to campus this fall for Homecoming Weekend. Check out the website for more information.

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University Health & Counseling
Services Offers Timely Care and a Variety of Other Wellness Programs to Consider

Events

Wednesday, September 28
Start End   Event         Location
3:00pm 4:00pm Rethinking Anxiety and Depression Online Event
Thursday, September 29
1:00pm 2:00pm BIPOC Support Space Online Event
3:00pm 4:15pm Koru Mindfulness Online Event
Friday, September 30
9:00am 11:30am Flu Clinic TVUC Classroom A
12:00pm 1:00pm T.H.I.N.K. Suicide Prevention Training (In Person) TVUC First Floor Conference Room
Monday, October 3
3:00pm 4:00pm BIPOC Support Space Private Location (register to display)
6:00pm 7:30pm I'm Fine, It's Fine, Everything is Fine. Thwing Cleveland Room
Wednesday, October 5
2:00pm 5:00pm Flu Clinic TVUC Classroom B
Thursday, October 6
1:00pm 2:00pm BIPOC Support Space Online Event
Friday, October 7
9:00am 11:30am Flu Clinic HEC Room 153A

Good Vibes Only

During this very challenging time, ISS staff wants you to know that we are thinking about you- hoping you are safe, healthy, staying positive- and sending out good vibes!

In this section, we are including some things that we hope will make you laugh and smile, help you relax, be entertaining, give you something to do, etc.

This is a good vibes only section!

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"Uncle Roger," Malaysian comedian Nigel Ng, Roasts People for Making Asian Food Badly

If you would like to promote your event or opportunity through ISSNews, please make a complete submission (including flyers, images, details, etc.) for consideration by noon on Monday to international@case.edu. ISS cannot guarantee that all submissions will appear in the newsletter, as space is limited, but staff will review all timely submissions for consideration.