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Questions from Designated School Officials: Am I Required to Transfer an F-1 Student’s SEVIS Record?
Questions from Designated School Officials is a blog series on Study in the States for designated school officials (DSOs). Each month, we will answer a question that will help you advise your F and/or M students. If you are a DSO and would like to submit a question, you can email us or…
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DHS to Co-Host Sept. 30 Webinar for Hispanic Serving Institutions
This Wednesday, Sept. 30 at 11 a.m. EDT, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) Office of Academic Engagement (OAE) will co-host an International Student Overview Webinar designed specifically for Hispanic Serving Institutions.In partnership with the U.S. Department of State,…
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Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month through October 15
U.S. President Barack Obama proclaimed Sept. 15 – Oct. 15, 2015 as National Hispanic Heritage Month. During this month-long celebration, the countries of Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Mexico, Chile and Belize celebrate their independence days, and we recognize the…
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F-1 Students: Cap Gap Extension Ends Sept. 30
The annual cap gap extension ends Wednesday, Sept. 30.The cap gap extension automatically extends F-1 status and, if applicable, post-completion Optional Practical Training (OPT) employment authorization for eligible F-1 students who have pending or approved H-1 B temporary employment status…
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