November 16, 2022

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in this issue:

End of Semester Reminders
ISS' Thanksgiving Holiday Hours
Campus Dining- Thanksgiving Hours of Operation
Support Resources
OPT & CPT Workshops
Features
Campus Happenings
Other Opportunities
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

There are no advising hours on Tuesday and Wednesday.

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If you would like to speak with an advisor outside of our advising hours, please send an email to international@case.edu to request an appointment. Provide your full, legal name and a brief description of what you would like to discuss in your message and ISS staff will help connect you with an advisor to schedule an appointment.

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ISS' Thanksgiving Holiday Hours

The university will be closed in observance of Thanksgiving on Thursday, November 24 and Friday, November 25 ISS staff will be unavailable on those days.

The Center for International Affairs, along with many university offices, will close at 3pm on Wednesday, November 23.

Please plan accordingly for this break (and the upcoming winter break) if you need assistance from ISS.

Normal business hours will resume on Monday, November 28.

During the week of Thanksgiving, ISSNews will not be sent.

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End of Semester Reminders

If you have thoughts about traveling abroad during the break, be sure to ask yourself these questions:

Do I need to extend my I-20 or DS-2019? If you do, read more under the Frequently Asked Questions Section. Undergraduates, be sure to list your Dean in Undergraduate Studies on your request and graduate students, you should list your academic advisor.

Do I need to transfer my F-1 or J-1 SEVIS record? If you do, read more under the Frequently Asked Questions Section.

Do I need to get a new travel signature on my I-20 or DS-2019? If you do, you can read about that process and other factors related to travel and reentry for F-1 and J-1 students.

Also,

check the validity of the visa in your passport. US Embassies and Consulates have limited services available and there could be significant delays in visa issuances. This delay could significantly affect your ability to return to the United States.
be aware of all travel-related policies. Travel requirements are changing as the situation with COVID-19 evolves, including a Presidential Proclamation requiring travelers to be fully vaccinated in order to enter the US. Be sure that you are monitoring all requirements for entry to the United States and complying with university policies related to vaccination and travel to minimize the risk of disrupting your education at CWRU.
make sure your passport is valid at all times. Many government agencies are reducing and suspending services. Passport issuance could be an issue in your home country. Please prepare as early as possible if you need to apply for a new passport. There are certain benefits for which F-1 students apply when they are in the United States and the agencies that oversee those benefits often require applicants to have a passport that is valid for at least 6 months into the future.

Do you have more questions that you need help answering? Get in touch with ISS staff during advising hours or by email before you leave campus.

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Support Resources

There are various food pantries for students who are facing food insecurity. Take a look at the list of the different food pantries and other resources available on campus and in the community.

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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.

Features

EVENT

IEW: Passport Photo Drive

Friday, November 18
10:00am - 12:00pm

Tomlinson 135, Center for Intl Affairs, Tomlinson 143 (7031) Case Western Reserve Univ 10900 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, Ohio 44106, United States
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Celebrate International Education Week with us!
Come and get a FREE Passport photo taken and printed for your use.

RSVP

Campus Happenings

The Department of Dance Presents Faculty and Guest Artist Concert Spectrum

Spectrum will be performed on November 17-19, 7:30pm at CWRU's Mather Dance Center, 11040 Bellflower Road.

To learn more about the performances please visit the Department of Dance website.

Tickets are $10 for students, $12 for seniors age 60+ and CWRU personnel, and $15 for general admission. Reservations are open, and may be made by calling (216) 368-5246 or online by clicking the link.

Three Minute Thesis (3MT) Competition at CWRU

CWRU is planning the second annual Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition! Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) celebrates the exciting research conducted by PhD students around the world. Developed by The University of Queensland (UQ), the competition cultivates students’ academic, presentation, and research communication skills. Presenting in a 3MT competition increases their capacity to effectively explain their research in three minutes, in a language appropriate to a non-specialist audience. Competitors are allowed one PowerPoint slide, but no other resources or props.
Details:

Who can compete? Students enrolled in either a Master’s or Doctoral program with an original research project may compete.
First Round CWRU Competition: Friday, November 18, 2022: Student video submissions due for the First Round of the CWRU competition. Top competitors will move on to the final round.
Final CWRU Competition: Friday, February, 17, 2023 (approx. 12:45 - 3:00 pm, live in-person)
Regional Competition: March 31, 2023. The CWRU winner will be asked to represent CWRU at the Midwestern Association of Graduate Schools 3MT® competition in Chicago, IL.
Workshops: A workshop series will be offered in January and February that will guide students through the whole process. Why should I do this?

Three Minute Thesis develops your ability to communicate the significance and outcomes of your project in a short space of time. Provides good practice for networking and being able to speak about your project at conferences and other academic and social events. The chance to represent CWRU at a regional competition. Learn more about 3MT and the CWRU competition: bit.ly/3mtcwru23

EVENT

Trans Awareness Week Student Drag Show

Friday, November 18
9:00pm - 11:00pm

Private Location (register to display)
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Come support your peers and watch some spectacular drag performances!

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Apply to be An Assistant Residential Community Director

The Office of Residence Life is accepting applications for the 2023-2024 Assistant Residential Community Director (ARCD) position!

Interested in gaining professional experience and skills that will assist you beyond your time as a graduate student? Would you like to be able to work and earn money while you're earning your graduate degree? Would you like to make an impact on students and the residential community at CWRU? If so, please apply to become an Assistant Residential Community Director!

The ARCD position is a 10-month live-in position that supports the creation and facilitation of an integrated residential learning environment, working through the mission and goals of the Office of Residence Life and the Division of Student Affairs at Case Western Reserve University (CWRU). This embedded position works with their Residential Community Director (RCD) supervisor to provide comprehensive leadership and support for a community of residential students. Immersed in the student community, the ARCD and RCD actively manage the learning experience at both the community and individual level, monitoring and supporting students' holistic academic, social, and personal development.

Candidates must be enrolled in a graduate-level degree-seeking program at CWRU or a neighboring institution to be eligible for the ARCD position. There is no specific graduate program requirement.

Applications and Recommendations close on February 3, 2023. If you are interested in connecting with Residence Life staff and learning more about the ARCD position, please visit https://case.edu/studentlife/residence/join-our-team/graduate-opportunities.

Learn about University Health and Counseling Services' Timely Care and Other Wellness Offerings

Events

Wednesday, November 16
Start	End	Event	Location
11:00am	2:00pm	FREE STUDENT STI TESTING	TVUC Room 245
Thursday, November 17
1:00pm	2:00pm	BIPOC Support Space	Online Event
Monday, November 21
6:00pm	7:30pm	I'm Fine, It's Fine, Everything is Fine.	Thwing Cleveland Room
Monday, November 28
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

Other Opportunities

Cleveland Metroparks Trail Challenge 2022

Welcome to the 2022 Trail Challenge, a guest led program where you discover new trails throughout Cleveland Metroparks on your own, move to better health, discover the wonders of nature, and earn awards along the way!

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!

Dad Jokes Vs Teen Jokes

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.