International Student Sevices News
-OPTIONAL PRACTICAL TRAINING APPLICATION WORKSHOPS
-TAX PREPARATION AND CINTAX SOFTWARE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FILING TAXES
-INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
-INFORMATION FROM STUDENT FINANCIAL SERVICES
-ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM THE OFFICE OF CAREER DEVELOPMENT
-METRO INTERNATIONAL UPCOMING EVENTS - GLOBAL CLASSROOM
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OPTIONAL PRACTICAL TRAINING APPLICATION WORKSHOPS!
Don't forget!
If you are graduating this semester and intend on gaining post-completion optional practical training, please be sure not miss the mandatory workshops for applying for OPT. The following is a list of workshop dates and times available to you:
March 29 - 4:00pm, GF room 215
April 13 - 11:00am, GF room 201
April 28 - 4:00pm, GF Machinist Conf. room
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TAX FILING PREPARATION AND CINTAX SOFTWARE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FILING TAXES
The United States Internal Revenue Service (IRS) requires that you submit tax returns by April 15, 2004. State and city tax offices use this same deadline. The ISS tax center will open outside ISS on Wednesday March 16th, 2005. Please visit ISS to find out more information.
USE CINTAX (Formerly NRAWARE!)
Visit International Student Services to get the log in info for New School University students.
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TAX WORKSHOP - Write down your questions and bring to the March 30th tax workshop from 11:45am - 1:45pm (located at 65 Fifth Ave./GF Building, Swayduck Auditorium in lobby floor). Please RSVP for this workshop by sending an email to iss@newschool.edu Be sure to include your name and student ID#.
Please note that neither International Student Services nor any other office at New School University can offer specific "tax advice." It is your own responsibility to understand your tax obligations. International Student Services can provide "general information" to assist in meeting your tax obligations. Visit www.irs.gov for more information.
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INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
FREEMAN ASSIST PROGRAM FOR ASIAN UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS IN THE UNITED STATES
WITH SUMMER NON-PROFIT INTERNSHIPS
The Freeman ASSIST Program helps students to pursue internships that do not provide salary
support adequate to cover their living expenses, and provides web-based information to assist
them in locating appropriate internships. The program seeks to facilitate greater interaction
between young Asian students and U.S. non-profit and community groups by creating paths
for sharing experiences and enhancing mutual understanding.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 30, 2005.
More information about Freeman ASSIST, including eligibility guidelines and
frequently asked questions, can be found at:www.iie.org/programs/freemanassist.
The application is also available on-line and can be accessed by clicking on 'application' at:www.iie.org/programs/freemanassist.
EVERETT SUMMER INTERNSHIP FUNDING - INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Everett Interns work on substantive projects, develop professional skills, and gain knowledge about the enormous societal impact of public service.
For more information, visit http://www.everettinternships.org/.
REFUGEES INTERNATIONAL - INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Internships: Refugees International (RI) offers unpaid internships throughout the year for students and recent graduates seeking substantive work experience in the humanitarian field. Interns will complete projects that contribute to RI's advocacy on behalf of displaced people around the world.
For eligibility and requirements please contact:
Refugees International, 1705 N Street, NW, Washington, DC 20036; Or e-mail ri@refintl.org; Fax: 202/828-0819.
Application Deadlines:
Spring Term (January-May): December 1st;
Summer Term (May-August): April 1st;
Fall Term (September-December): August 1st.
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INFORMATION FROM STUDENT FINANCIAL SERVICES
Undergraduate International Students can also apply for financial aid by completing an International Student Scholarship Application. Forms can be found at the Financial Aid Office or online at http://www.newschool.edu. Please fill out your FAFSA as soon as possible so that you can receive your award letter through the summer months.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM THE OFFICE OF CAREER DEVELOPMENT
Resume Rush
Tuesday, March 29 and Thursday, March 31, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Office of Career Development, 65 Fifth Avenue, Room 214
The employers are coming! Get your resume reviewed in time for the upcoming Career Fair. Sign up at the Office of Career Development.
Career Fair Prep
Wednesday, March 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Student Activity Space, 55 West 13th Street, Ground Floor
Learn how to work the upcoming Career Fair! RSVP: Careers@newschool.edu
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METRO INTERNATIONAL UPCOMING EVENTS - GLOBAL CLASSROOM
Become a global classroom speaker! International students and scholars have the opportunity to visit public schools all over New York City. Come speak to groups of elementary, middle or high school students and teachers. Join Global Classroom and exchange your home country culture with young people while you learn the local culture of NYC. Global classroom offers you the opportunity to meet with NYC teachers and students; Learn about the U.S. education system; Create a presentation about your home country & culture; Meet other international students from around the world. The training workshop for Global Classroom will teach you valuable skills such as improving your public speaking skills and prepare you to deliver an interactive presentation.
-There will be a Naval Academy Foreign Affairs Conference in Maryland from April 11-15, 2005. This is an opportunity for everyone to represent his or her respective countries in an organized seating arrangement.
If you are interested in any of these events , please contact Metro International at (212) 431-1195 ext. 26 or info@metrointl.org
International Student Services
Division of Student Affairs
New School University
65 Fifth Avenue, Room #412
New York New York 10003
Phone: 212.229.5592
Fax: 212.229.8992
E-mail: ISS@Newschool.edu
Office Hours
Monday- Friday 9:30- 5:00
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ISS drop-in advising hours are on Mondays and Wednesdays from 2.00 pm - 5.00 pm
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New SEVIS Fee - Apply For Your Visa Now!
A new SEVIS fee has been approved. The $100 fee will apply to applicants who are seeking visa status as F-1, F-3, M-1, M-3 or as J-1 non immigrant exchange visitors, who are initially issued a form I-20 or a form DS-2019 on or after September 1st, 2004. The fee must be paid in US currency prior to applying for a visa. Students and visitors will have the option to pay with a check by mail or with a credit card or through a third party, either in the United States or abroad.
We anticipate that this may delay visa applications for new internationals who wish to begin programs in the Fall. So if you have not applied for your visa, please hurry.
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