ISSS News - February 2025
Announcements
Federal transition: Immigration updates and support
With the transition in U.S. presidential administration and Congress on January 20, 2025, we understand that this time of change may bring feelings of uncertainty and anxiety.When immigration-related changes are announced, ISSS reviews the federal policy, regulation, or executive order and will comm...
Tax preparation software available to nonresident international employees and students for free with Sprintax Returns
As the new year begins, CU faculty, staff and students will begin receiving critical documents needed to file their annual income tax returns. For certain international employees and students, this means receiving Forms W-2 and/or 1042-S from CU over the next month.Form W-2 is issued to any employee...
Protect yourself from scams
International students are sometimes targeted by scammers. Be aware of these common scam techniques to help protect yourself.Be aware that scammers:Try to confuse you by complicating the immigration process;Use social media, email, or phone calls to conduct their attacks; andImpersonate government o...
International student Career Services resources
Career Services helps international students navigate the U.S. job market to increase success in finding a job or internship. Our career development advisors can help you understand what you want to do, and how to get there. Check out these great resources to support your career planning!Internation...
Immigration News
Drop Advising Required Hold (spring 2025)
Immigration regulations require students in F-1 and J-1 status to be enrolled in a full-time course load each fall and spring semester to maintain nonimmigrant visa status. Full-time enrollment is only required in the summer if it is your first or last semester of enrollment.Drop Advising Required H...
Are you an international student in F-1 status completing your academic program spring 2025? Here are some important reminders
Notify ISSSIf you are completing your degree requirements in spring 2025:Complete the ISSS Confirmation of Final Semester e-form available in the MyISSS portal.If you plan to defend your dissertation or thesis prior to the start of the summer 2025 term:Email ISSS as soon as possible to discuss impor...
Keep In mind: General compliance requirements for temporary visa holders & lawful permanent residents
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...
Events
Feb 11: Self-Editing in Academic Writing for International Graduate Â鶹ÒùÔº
Join International English Center faculty for this interactive workshop designed to help you master self-editing strategies for your academic work. Whether you're writing papers for publication, preparing presentations, or making your written work clearer, this session will provide practical tools t...
Community Corner
Valentine’s Day in the U.S.: A celebration of love and connection
Valentine’s Day, celebrated on February 14th, is one of the most popular holidays in the United States, bringing people together to express love, appreciation, and connection. While traditionally associated with romantic relationships, the holiday has grown to include celebrations of friendship, fam...
Monthly mobile food pantry
The Basic Needs Center’s mobile food pantries are free and open to CU Boulder students, faculty, and staff, as well as community members of Boulder and Broomfield Counties. Registration is required. Attendees may receive up to 30 pounds of food in multiple boxes.Mobile Food Pantry Information &...
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