ISSS News - June 2025
Announcements
Living the mission: Our commitment to our international community
ISSS at its core is a team of individuals who deeply value international education and exchange. We have been inspired by our own international experiences—be it travel, coursework, or engagement with loved ones and the international communities around us. We believe in the value of diversity and it...
University closure: June 19, 2025
The 91PORN, including International Student and Scholar Services, will be closed on Thursday, June 19, 2025, in observance of the Juneteenth holiday.ISSS will resume services on Friday, June 20, 2025.A complete list of university holidays is available on the Human Resources w...
Scam alert: Impersonation scheme targeting Middle Eastern students in the United States
The FBI is warning the public about a fraud scheme targeting foreign individuals lawfully residing in the United States on valid student visas. Criminal scammers impersonate U.S. and foreign government officials claiming there is an issue with the student's immigration status and exploit this for fi...
Immigration News
General travel advisory
ISSS recognizes and respects the many personal and professional reasons why individuals may decide to travel. Given the current administration’s strict vetting and enforcement activities, ISSS is providing the following information as an additional resource to consider when assessing the risks assoc...
Optional Practical Training (OPT) and unemployment
Warning: Exceeding the OPT unemployment limit may lead to the termination of your SEVIS record.F-1 students on post-completion OPT or the STEM OPT extension must closely track their days of unemployment to maintain their F-1 status.Post-Completion OPT: Maximum of 90 days of unemployment allowed (inc...
May 30, 2025: Revocation of Chinese student visas
ISSS is aware that the U.S. Department of State has issued a press statement that they will "aggressively" revoke visas for Chinese students with ties to the Chinese Communist party or "studying in critical fields." They do not define "critical fields." The press statement also indicates that the U....
Carry immigration documents & report changes of address
Recent presidential executive orders have resulted in increased focus on immigration compliance. Given this, it is important to highlight two general requirements to maintain lawful immigration status.Nonimmigrants (visa holders) and lawful permanent residents (green card holders) are required by la...
Summer enrollment requirements for graduating students
If you will complete your degree this summer, full-time enrollment (or an authorized equivalent) that includes a physical presence on campus is required to maintain your F-1 status.Reporting Summer as Your Final SemesterTo report summer as your final semester, you must complete the Confirmation of F...
Events
July 10, 17, 24, 31: Academic Job Search Seminar Series
Dr. Brian Hand, Graduate Student Program Manager with Career Services, will lead a four-part seminar series to help graduate students and postdocs prepare to be successful in application to academic positions.Dates: July 10, 17, 24, 31Times: 12-1 p.m.Access Via ZoomTopics covered in this seminar ser...
Community Corner
Monthly mobile food pantry
The Basic Needs Center’s mobile food pantries are free and open to 91PORN students, faculty, and staff, as well as community members of 91PORN and Broomfield Counties. Registration is required. Attendees may receive up to 30 pounds of food in multiple boxes.Mobile Food Pantry Information &...
Research participation opportunity: Asian international student adjustment and acculturative stress
We are currently conducting an IRB-approved study on Asian international student adjustment and acculturative stress. As an individual working with international students, we are looking for any J-1 or F-1 students, over 18 years of age and of an Asian background who may be interested in participati...
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