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09.09.08: Getting Involved on Campus Workshop

09.12-13 & 09.19-20: Madison World Music Festival

09.17.08: Managing Finances Workshop

In This Issue

ISS Email Policy
Just a reminder, ISS is authorized only to accept mail from USCIS for students in the OPT application process – OPT ONLY!!

PLEASE - DO NOT USE THE ISS ADDRESS for personal mail!! ISS is NOT authorized to accept any personal mail for any student. We are required to RETURN THE MAIL TO SENDER upon receipt of any post, parcels or packages in your name. We will NOT tell you the mail has arrived and will simply return it to the sender. For international packages, this may result in a cost to the sender when it is your responsibility. Thank you for your cooperation.

ISS Says Farewell to Stephanie
Stephanie Cowan joined the UW-ISS office in 2001 as a volunteer and then signed on full-time as an International Student Advisor in the fall of 2002. Since she has been with ISS, Steph has made helping international students and our campus partners a huge priority in her life. We are very sad to see Steph leave ISS, but we know that she will do amazing things in her new appointment. Please join ISS in congratulting Steph on all of her accomplishments at the UW-Madsion. We wish her the best of luck in the future!

International Reach
Interested in being a part of a global awareness project? International Reach is the answer for you! ISS invites you to join International Reach, a volunteer program that places international students, scholars and family members in local schools, campus venues and community organizations for short cultural and issue-oriented presentations. The program is currently in particular need of speakers from Latin America, Eastern Europe, the Middle East, Oceania and Africa, however all interested volunteers are welcome. For more information, visit http://www.iss.wisc.edu/reach or email reach@odos.wisc.edu. To become a volunteer, simply attend one of the upcoming information sessions on Monday September 15, Wednesday October 8, or Tuesday October 28. All sessions begin at 5:00 pm and are held in Mezzanine C of the Red Gym.

Campus Invited to Ice Cream Social
Students, faculty and staff are invited to meet and greet each other and our new Chancellor Carolyn “Biddy” Martin at the University Ice Cream Social on Bascom Hill. The event will be held from 4:00-5:30 pm on Thursday, Sept. 4, rain or shine. Bucky Badger will be on hand from 4:00-4:30pm.

Upcoming Events

UPCOMING ISS EVENTS
International Student Essay Contest – “U.S. Elections: What Do You See?”
September 2 - November 1
As you experience the US Presidential Elections, what have your observations been? What impact do you think they will have on your country? If you could vote in the elections, would you? Share your reflections on the elections. Prizes will be awarded and winners published.

What’s Up? Getting Involved On Campus.
Tuesday, September 9, 6:30-8:00pm, Check Room Schedule (TITU) - Memorial Union
Make the most of your stay at UW. Meet others, get tips from current students, learn how to navigate campus successfully and about exciting things to do. Have a stellar “Wisconsin Experience”!

International Conversation & Coffee Hour
Fridays, September 12-December 12, 12-2:00pm (Except Nov. 28), Room 160, Union South
Take a few moments away from studies to talk with other globally-minded peers. Free coffee, tea, and snacks.

World Music Festival
Friday & Saturday, September 12-13 & 19-20, Union Theatre and Terrace
Watch and listen to musical performances from around the world -- FREE all weekend! For list of performers, times, dates, and locations see http://uniontheater.wisc.edu/worldmusicfest/.

Managing Finances
Wednesday, September 17, 6:30-8:00pm, On Wisconsin Room, Red Gym & Armory
Don’t get caught short of money. Learn sound strategies for managing your money and keeping it safe while in Madison from financial experts.

For more information about ISS programs see: http://iss.wisc.edu/programs.asp.

OTHER CAMPUS EVENTS
Beyond Plans and Promises: Active Leadership for the Future
Tuesday, September 23, 8:00am-3:30pm, Memorial Union
Plan 2008, the University’s initiative for diversifying the student, staff, and faculty body, comes to a close at the end of the year, but the imperative to create a more diverse, equitable, and welcoming environment continues. This year's Diversity Forum will examine aspects of institutional racism and explore both institutional and individual actions that will be critical for helping the University realize its long-term commitment. The cultural focus will be the 12,000 year history of indigenous peoples and nations in the Great Lakes area, including our own campus. All students are encouraged to attend. Free! For more information and the day’s agenda see: http://www.diversity.wisc.edu/forums.php

Connections Corner

Spanish Speaking Student Sought for Language Exchange
I am seeking a Spanish-English intercambio (language exchange) and thought that maybe you could help me. I am currently a Bachelor of Social Work Student and studied abroad in Spain last semester. However, my Spanish is quickly leaving me because I have no one to practice with! I was wondering if you knew of any international students interested in practicing English, while helping me to practice Spanish. Please contact: Stephanie Harrill, stephanie.harrill@gmail.com , 920-680-5920

International Student Services
University of Wisconsin-Madison
217 Red Gym, 716 Langdon Street
Madison, WI 53706
Telephone: 608-262-2044
Fax: 608-262-2838
Office Hours: 10:00am to 4pm, Monday-Friday
Phone Hours: 8:00am to 4:30pm, Monday-Friday
Web: http://www.iss.wisc.edu/
Email for general questions: iss@odos.wisc.edu

ISS Access contains information specifically for UW-Madison international students. It is published once a month during the summer. If you have information of interest to all students for future publications, please submit them to iss@odos.wisc.edu.