From: VISA Office
Date: May 25, 2023
Subject: ISSNews - May 25, 2023



IS

May 23, 2023

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in this issue:

  1. ISSNews Summer News & Schedule
  2. Features
  3. Other Opportunities
  4. Good Vibes Only

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

11am to 1pm- through virtual advising available online

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

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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.

Upcoming University & Office Closures


Please note that the University will be closed on Monday May 29th for the Memorial Day Holiday. 

Should you experience any emergency during the holiday weekend, please reach out to the University's Public Safety Department at 216/368/3333 (Emergency) or 216.368.3300 (non-emergency). 

ISS Advising Hours - Effective May 2023


Monday, Thursday, Friday
Virtual Advising Hours 11AM - 1PM EST
In-Person Advising Hours 1PM - 3PM EST
Tomlinson Hall, Room 143

To speak with an advisor outside of walk-in hours, please make an appointment by emailing international@case.edu

We look forward to assisting you!

summer schedule change with sun clipart

ISSNews Upcoming Office Closures


Please note the ISS Offices will not be offering advising on Monday, June 5th, 2023.

Please reach out to international@case.edu for alternative arrangements. 

 

Traveling This Summer? 


Don't forget to reach out to ISS for an updated Travel Signature before you travel.
 

Be sure to check your I-20 or DS-2019 for a valid travel signature. This is one of the simplest steps to complete and one of the easiest to forget about!

If you need a new signature, the first step is to submit a Travel Signature Request Form at least 2 weeks before you plan to leave campus.  An advisor will review the request and students should assume that their submission has been received and will be processed unless they are contacted by an advisor about a specific issue.

When the signed I-20 or DS-2019 is ready, a final email is sent to the student.  It can take 5-7 business days to be notified about the I-20 or DS-2019 being ready.

Please plan accordingly so that this process and your travel plans go as smoothly as possible!  And remember, you need this valid travel signature on your document to return to the US, not to depart.  If you have to travel before getting an updated travel signature, ISS will work with you so that you have what you need to re-enter the US.

Features

Cleveland Bucket List Flyer

Other Opportunities

asian festival flyer

Save the Date for the Tremont Greek Festival

Memorial Day Weekend - May 26th - May 29th, 2023
 

Cleveland Metroparks Trail Challenge 2023

Embark on an exciting adventure in the heart of nature. Get ready to explore the breathtaking trails nestled within the Cleveland Metroparks and experience the wonders of the great outdoors. The 2023 Trail Challenge is a guest-led program designed to inspire you to achieve new heights in health and exploration.

Here's your mission: conquer 10 extraordinary trails, each situated in a different reservation of Cleveland Metroparks. Lace up your hiking boots, grab your backpack, and set out on an unforgettable journey to discover the hidden gems of our city's natural landscape.

By participating in the Trail Challenge, not only will you enhance your well-being, but you will also have the opportunity to earn an incredible prize. Each trail you conquer brings you closer to achieving your goal and unlocking the ultimate reward.

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!

Noisestorm - Crab Rave (Official Music Video)