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SUMMER QUARTER: WEEK 1
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WELCOME NEW HUSKIES!
Welcome to the first day of summer quarter and to all of the new international students starting your UW journey this quarter. We are so happy you are here!
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International Student Services is here to help you learn about the immigration rules so that you can successfully complete your academic program. You do not need to everything about everything today - we are here to help you throughout your time at the UW and help you understand the immigration rules to maintain your F or J visa status.
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The ISS website and your MyISSS immigration portal are great places to begin and get answers to many of your questions.
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Good luck this quarter, and be sure to read all emails from uwiss@uw.edu -- that is the main way we will contact you with important information and updates.
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International Student Services
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New This Week
SUMMER QUARTER ENROLLMENT
- If summer quarter will be your first quarter at the UW, you must be enrolled full-time (12 credits for undergraduates, 10 credits for graduate students). Consult the time schedule or an academic adviser in your department for more information or help finding the right courses.
- New to the UW or to a new degree program starting summer quarter? Complete the ISS Check-In process by accessing your MyISSS account and completing the Check-In Request. Make sure you have updated your local mailing address through MyUW before you complete the Check-In.
SUMMER TRAVEL
- If you are planning to travel during the summer, be sure to review your travel signature validity. We expect that many students will need an updated travel signature over the summer or in preparation for travel before autumn quarter. Plan ahead and submit your request now to beat the rush.
SPRING GRADUATES
- Congratulations to all of the 2022 UW graduates! We wish you the best in your future endeavors. The ISS staff are proud of your accomplishments and look forward to seeing where your next chapter takes you.
- Review the Graduation Checklist if you have not already done so and contact us if you have questions about your SEVIS immigration record.
- Diplomas and final transcripts are handled by the Office of the University Registrar. Visit Graduation and Diplomas for more information.
PROCESSING REQUESTS & EMAILS
- ISS staff continue to receive a very high volume of emails and MyISSS requests. With the end of spring quarter and the number of requests for travel signatures, CPT, OPT, and Transfer Outs, requests are taking 2-3 weeks to process.
- We are unable to accommodate requests to expedite requests. All requests are equally important and prioritizing one causes delays for others. Continue to monitor your MyISSS profile for updates, clarification requests, and notification once your request has been completed.
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ISS Summer Quarter Hours
ISS will continue to offer virtual and in-person services during summer quarter.
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ISS Reception Desk Hours
| 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM - Available by phone |
| 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM - Schmitz Hall 459 |
| 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM - Virtual Front Desk |
| 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Virtual Front Desk |
Virtual Front Desk
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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Advising Appointments
The link to book either an in person or a virtual appointment is published on our website.
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Students should prepare to choose the type of appointment they need - the first step in booking will be choosing the category of question 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.
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We do not offer drop in advising or same day appointments.
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ISHIP VIRTUAL FRONT DESK
The International Student Health Insurance Program (ISHIP) Office will be offering virtual advising services for summer quarter. The ISHIP Virtual Front Desk will be open weekdays with drop-in advising available on Mondays and Thursdays. You may also request a one-on-one virtual appointment with the ISHIP Counselor by emailing the front desk staff at stdins@uw.edu.
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Summer Quarter ISHIP Virtual Front Desk Schedule
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- Monday – Friday from 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM 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 on Mondays and Thursdays.
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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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WARNING: SCAM TARGETING INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
WHAT IS HAPPENING?
A UW student received a cellular phone call from an impersonator who claimed he was
a Police Officer with the Hong Kong Police. The student was threatened to be jailed if
she did not send money via a bank transfer to a Chinese bank account provided by the
impersonator. She was also told that the case was a “National Secret” and if she told
anyone she would be imprisoned for 7 to 10 years.
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WHY AM I BEING ALERTED?
We at the UW Police want you to be safe and do not want this happening to you!
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POLICE WILL NEVER DEMAND MONEY
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- HANG UP; stop talking with the person asking you for money
- DO NOT SEND MONEY or gift card information to strangers
- TELL someone you trust
- REPORT it to the UW Police on campus
- ALERT your Consulate or Embassy and your family
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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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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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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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UPCOMING EVENTS & DEADLINES
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- Summer quarter registration and tuition deadlines
- Please review the academic calendar for a complete list of all relevant deadlines
- Register for classes before the late registration period begins on July 5th - during the late registration period, a $75 fee will be assessed for first time registrants.
- Make changes (add/drop) by June 27th - the last day to withdraw without owing tuition or fees. A $20 fee will be assessed for late adds or drops beginning June 28th.
- Pay tuition no later than July 11.
- Check out upcoming events hosted by CIRCLE and affiliated programs.
- Learn more about the FIUTS community and FIUTS hosted events for the greater Seattle area international student community.
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