BSU International Insider News for International Students January 27, 2011 International Student Services A Note from Christy Hi, Everyone, Be sure to check out the many upcoming events and activities in this newsletter. **Check-in sessions are at the top of the priority. I look forward to seeing all of you there! **Graduating students, don t forget to sign up for an OPT workshop. **If you are planning to waive your BSU health insurance, the deadline is next Monday. **Anyone thinking of doing an internship should attend a CPT workshop next week. **Be sure to put Coffee and Conversation on your weekly schedule. I was out of town this week, so I am really looking forward to hanging out with you all next week. Coming Events & Activities Thursday, January 27, 6:30pm: Idaho Dance Theatre preview performance. See the article on page 3 for more details. Saturday, January 29, 7:00-9:00pm: Chinese New Year potluck hosted by Talk Time. See the invitation on page 4 for details. Sunday, January 30, 1:00pm: New international student orientation alternate session in the SDC. If you missed the mandatory session on the 12 th & 13th, you must attend this alternate orientation to complete your immigration check-in and receive information critical to your success here at Boise State. Monday, January 31: Deadline for filing your waiver for SHIP (Student Health Insurance Program). Remember, the waiver must be filed each semester. Monday, January 31 - Friday, February 4: International student check-in at the Student Diversity Center, daily from 9:30am to 4:00pm. Do Not Miss This! Tuesday, February 1, 3:00pm: CPT Information Meeting in the Student Diversity Center. Friday, February 4, 7:00pm: February Movie Night. Details on page 5. Sunday, February 6, All Day: ISA day trip to McCall for Winter Carnival and tubing. If you have reserved a seat and paid for the trip, please be in the new Transit Center in the Student Union Building at 8:30am. The bus will leave promptly at 9:00am. February 7, 8, and 11, various times: Optional Practical Training (OPT) workshops. See the detailed information on page 2 and sign up for one workshop.
Immigration Check-in Check-in for all international students will be held Monday, Jan 31 st thru Friday, Feb 4 th. This check-in is required by U.S. Immigration to maintain your legal status as an F-1 or J-1 visa holder. Check-in takes approximately 15 minutes to complete. You must come to the Student Diversity Center (SDC) in the Student Union Building (SUB) between 9:30am and 4:00pm any day that week (January 31 February 4) to fulfill this requirement. Any student who does not attend the check-in session will be fined a $50 fee. NOTE: If you are a new international student and attended the orientation January 12 & 13, you are checked-in with immigration. There is no need for you to participate in this check-in session this semester. You will need to attend check in next semester. CPT Informational Workshop Important Information for students planning to do an internship Tuesday, February 1st at 3 pm At the Student Diversity Center International students must be approved by ISS prior to accepting an internship position. If you are thinking about doing an internship this semester or this coming summer, I invite you to attend this informational workshop. In this workshop I will discuss the immigration rules and regulations related to internships, the Boise State internship registration process, and other relevant issues. Please email Merrilou Burris at MerrilouBurris@boisestate.edu to sign up for this workshop. Schedule for OPT Workshops: If you plan to participate in Optional Practical Training (OPT) after Spring semester, or just want more information about this program, you must attend one of the following workshops: Monday, February 7 th, noon - 2:00pm Tuesday, February 8 th, 3:00-5:00pm Friday, February 11 th, 9:00 11:00am Workshops will be held in the Student Diversity Center in the SUB. Please call 426-3652 to reserve your spot. When you come, please bring your I-20, your passport with I-94 card, two passport-size photos and a check or money order (to USCIS) for $380.00.
SERVE ON A COMMITTEE TO DISCUSS STUDENT TUITION AND FEES In February of each year, Boise State University holds an open hearing to consider the amount of tuition and fees students will pay in the next academic year. A university committee deliberates on the tuition and fee proposals and develops recommendations for university and State Board of Education consideration. We are seeking student participation on this committee by filling two At-large student positions. If you are interested in serving on this Student Tuition and Fee Committee, please complete application on page 6 of this newsletter, or visit the Vice President for Student Affairs' website at http://www.boisestate.edu/vpsa/. The deadline to apply has been extended to Tuesday, February 1, 2011. Serving on the Student Tuition and Fee Committee requires a commitment of approximately 10 hours in February. To be eligible, a student must be available to: 1. Attend the Tuition and Fee hearing on Thursday, February 10 from 1:00-5:00 pm, and 2. Attend a follow up committee meeting on Wednesday, February 23 from 1:00-5:00 pm. In addition to the 2 at-large student members, the committee includes the ASBSU President and Vice President, other university administrators and staff, and is chaired by Vice President for Finance and Administration, Stacy Pearson. For more detailed information, please call the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs at 426-1418, or stop by Room 107 in the Administration Building. Lynn Humphrey Director, Student Affairs Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs Boise State University Have you been to an arts performance lately? Are you interested in learning more about American culture? This is a perfect opportunity to experience Boise arts and contemporary dance culture here at BSU! Idaho Dance Theatre is having their Winter Performance this weekend at the Special Events Center located in the Student Union Building. Idaho Dance Theatre is a nonprofit contemporary dance organization local to Boise, Idaho. Visit our website to learn more about us at idahodancetheatre.org. We invite you to our Preview Performance tonight the 27th. Doors open at 6:30 and the show starts at 7:00. Arrive early to get great seats! At preview night, a minimum of a $5 donation is requested. The Winter Performance is scheduled for Friday and Saturday at 8:00 and Sunday at 2:00. Visit our website or call 331-5952 for information on purchasing tickets. The Boise State International Insider is a weekly feature of International Student Services, in the Student Diversity Center. Christy Babcock, Associate Director for International Student Services Merrilou Burris, Management Assistant for International Student Services Phone: 208-426-3652 Fax: 208-334-2015 Office Location: Student Union Bldg, 2 nd floor, Room E2433 Mailing Address: 1910 University Drive, Boise, ID 83725-1335 Email: cbabcoc@boisestate.edu OR merrilouburris@boisestate.edu On Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=149283508429687
It s the Year of the Rabbit You are invited to a Chinese New Year Potluck Dinner When: Saturday, January 29, 7:00 to 9:00 pm Where: 1025 Belmont, Boise (near Broadway and Belmont, BSU-area, west of Lucy's Coffee Shop & Key Bank) Please bring an Asian dish if you can, or bring a favorite dish from any country, region or America is great! (Drinks, rice and plates will be provided.) Outline of the evening: 7:00-7:15 arrive and sign in 7:15-7:30 introductions and door prize drawing 7:30-9:00 eat, play Ping Pong, foosball, do origami, meet old and new friends! Please RSVP to Bob and Belva at blawton.lawton@gmail.com
WELCOME TO FEBRUARY MOVIE NIGHT.. DATE: FRIDAY, 4 TH FEB TIME: 7:00PM VENUE: STUDENT DIVERSITY CENTRE 2 ND FLOOR SUB. GENRE: CLASSICS IT S FREE!!! AND YOU RE WELCOME TO BRING SNACKS TO SHARE.
Application for Student Tuition & Fee Committee - Student-At-Large Position Name: Last First M.I. PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY OR TYPE Date: / / 20 E-mail: Local phone: ( ) - Cell phone: ( ) - Student ID#: Address: Street City State Zip Class standing: Grad Sr Jr Soph Fresh Class credits Spring 2011 semester: Cumulative GPA: Expected date of graduation: Declared Major(s): Minor(s): Why are you interested in serving on this committee?
How would you solicit student input on tuition and fees? What experience do you have that is relevant and helpful to serving on this committee? List current campus employment and involvement: Please indicate BSU references (non-relative) who have first-hand knowledge of your campus involvement, academic achievement, and/ or work experience: Name Address Phone Name Address Phone I certify that all the statements made in this application are true, complete, and correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand and agree now and anytime during my committee appointment that my enrollment status and GPA may be verified. Signature of Applicant Date APPLICATION DEADLINE: Tuesday, February 1, 2011 Return completed application to: Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs In Person: Administration Building 107 By E-mail: vpsa@boisestate.edu Fax: (208) 426-1062 Questions? - Call (208) 426-1418