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Avoiding Fraud and Scams

Posted on January 11, 2023

Scams and wire fraud crimes are happening around the world. Scams can target people of any age, nationality or visa status. Unfortunately, international students in the U.S. and other countries are often targeted by criminals. …

Posted in Employment, Immigration News, Main Page Announcements, Safety Updates, Students, Uncategorized, University News

Airline Checklist for Flights into the U.S.

Posted on December 16, 2021

Are you planning to travel internationally during the winter recess? The CDC has a three-part process in place for boarding flights to the United States: Part 1: Proof of vaccination Part 2: Negative test OR …

Posted in Uncategorized

Changes to F-1 Program Extension and Adding F-2 Dependent Processing with ISS

Posted on May 11, 2020

ISS has changed some policies and procedures to improve processing times.   Financial Requirements for F-1 Program Extensions and Adding F-2 Dependents  Effective May 11, 2020, ISS will not require financial documentation for F-1 students requesting program …

Posted in Main Page Announcements, Uncategorized

ISS In-Person Services Suspended

Posted on March 29, 2020

International Student Services (ISS) is committed to the safety and well-being of  students, staff, and  our  greater campus community. Our physical office in the Red Gym is closed until further notice so that we can all  be  Safer …

Posted in COVID-19, Main Page Announcements, Uncategorized

Tax Deadlines extended to July 15, 2020

Posted on March 23, 2020

The deadline to file federal taxes has been extended to July 15th. Read more information on the IRS website. The Wisconsin Department of Revenue has extended the date for state taxes to July 15th also.

Posted in Employment, Main Page Announcements, Students, Uncategorized

2020 United States Census

Posted on March 20, 2020

Everyone counts, the 2020 Census needs you! The U.S. Census counts the number of people who reside in the United States. This includes you as an international student. Expect to see the census come to …

Posted in Main Page Announcements, Uncategorized

Message on coronavirus (2019nCoV)

Posted on January 27, 2020

Stay up-to-date with campus messages and information on coronavirus (2019nCoV). The site contains some message translations into Spanish, Hmong, Tibetan, Chinese and Nepali. Frequently Asked Questions about coronavirus (2019nCoV) University Health Services (UHS) has answers …

Posted in COVID-19, Faculty & Staff, Immigration News, Main Page Announcements, Resources, Students, Uncategorized, University News

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