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NEW THIS WEEK:
In-Person Instruction to Resume Next Week (January 10)
UW President Cauce announced on December 21 that most classes will meet online during the first week of winter quarter, January 3 – January 7, with in-person instruction planned to begin January 10.
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Campus remains open this week, including the ISS office - please scroll below to view our office hours this quarter.
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Here are some additional reminders for keeping our campus community safe as we return from break:
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- Wear well-fitting masks.
- Get your booster shot when you become eligible.
- Get tested if exposed to someone who tests positive, or if you are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms.
- Avoid high-risk situations, like large, unmasked gatherings.
HAPPENING NOW:
If you will be traveling internationally to return to Seattle for winter quarter, make sure to check your most recent I-20 or DS-2019 for a valid travel signature! Travel signatures are valid for 1 year for enrolled students - if you need an update, request one online today!
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If you haven't already, be sure to sign up for a session of Embark. During Embark you will connect with other new and returning students, prepare for your cultural transition to the UW and U.S., and learn more about maintaining your visa status while a student at UW. Embark sessions are offered as part of your international welcome programming in the quarter you are entering UW. Contact info@fiuts.org or orientation@fiuts.org with questions.
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REGISTER FULL-TIME FOR WINTER QUARTER 2022
If you are not already full-time or authorized for an exception, make sure to do so now.
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ISS SERVICES DURING WINTER 2022
All advising and student services will be offered virtually this quarter.
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ISS Reception Desk Hours
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9:00 AM - 11:00 AM - Virtual Front Desk
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1:00 PM - 4:00 PM - Schmitz Hall 459
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9:00 AM - 11:00 AM - Virtual Front Desk
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2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Virtual Front Desk
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PLAN AHEAD! Our reception desk will be closed for in-person services between December 20 - December 31. We will be available virtually December 20th - 23rd and 27th - 30th.
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Advising Appointments
Students can now book appointments with our advising team using our new appointment management tool.
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The link to book appointments is published on our website.
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Students should prepare to choose the type of appointment they need - your first step in booking will be choosing the category of question you'd like to discuss with an advisor or member of our staff.
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You will be prompted to log into your Outlook account when you access our booking calendar. Use your @uw.edu credentials to log in and view available appointment types and times. We do not offer same day appointments or cancellations.
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Virtual Front Desk
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Staff are available to help you navigate the website, connect you to important resources, and provide general assistance. Staff will admit one student at a time to the Virtual Front Desk – we appreciate your patience! Find more information on our website.
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REMINDERS
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WORKING ON CAMPUS?
F and J students must be aware of the rules that cover the basics of on-campus employment for their visa categories - make sure that you have the
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Here are some helpful links:
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J-1 ON-CAMPUS EMPLOYMENT
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Make sure you have requested authorization with your AROs in ISS! An ISS Advisor will need to report your on-campus employment in SEVIS. You can request this authorization by completing our form.
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SIGN UP FOR UW ALERT
The University of Washington has developed UW Alert to disseminate information via email, text messages, loudspeakers, website banners and other means, as needed, to keep the campus community informed during emergencies and situations that might disrupt normal operations.
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We strongly encourage all students to sign up for UW Alert today!
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REPORT CHANGES TO EMPLOYMENT
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All F-1 students with authorized CPT, OPT, and STEM OPT are required to report changes to their employment. Please contact us if you have questions about how to report this information.
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ISHIP VIRTUAL FRONT DESK
Through Autumn 2021, the ISHIP Office is offering remote services through the Virtual Front Desk. The Virtual Front Desk will be open daily. Our Drop-in Advising will be primarily through the Virtual Front Desk times indicated below. You may also book one-on-one virtual appointments with the ISHIP Counselor by emailing the front desk staff at stdins@uw.edu.
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Virtual Front Desk Schedule – Autumn 2021
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- Monday – Friday from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM PST
Staff will be available to help you navigate the ISHIP website, connect you to important resources, and provide general assistance. Staff will admit one student at a time to the Virtual Front Desk – we appreciate your patience!
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Sessions with the ISHIP Counselor will be available through the Virtual Front Desk at the following times:
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- Monday from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM PST
- Thursdays from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM PST.
During these blocks, the ISHIP Counselor will be available for 10-minute consultations. There will be no counseling staff at the Virtual Front Desk outside of these hours.
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UPCOMING EVENTS & DEADLINES
- As we prepare for a new quarter, be sure to review the add/drop deadlines & tuition deadlines.
- January 3, 2022: Winter quarter instruction begins
- January 9, 2022: Last date to make registration changes in MyUW without assessment of the $20 fee.
- January 10, 2022: In-person instruction resumes; late add period begins
- January 21, 2021: Tuition payment deadline
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Need more information? We offer on-demand and live resources to help answer your questions! Let us know how we're doing by filling out our feedback form.
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