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Upcoming Workshops

The International Education Program offers workshops for international students throughout the semester.  Sign up is required for each workshop by calling 776-7205 or by registering at the International Student Office. 

All workshops are located in the International Student Office Conference Room, CSSC, 2nd Floor, unless otherwise indicated.  Workshop topics are as follows:

 

Health Insurance ​ Life in America-American Culture​ Optional Practical Training (OPT)
Don't panic when you receive a doctor bill!  Learn how to use your health insurance, visit a doctor and process your bills.  Have you ever asked, "Why do Americans do that?" If so, join us for this fun and informative workshop that will teach you about American culture.​ Required for students who plan to apply for OPT.  Learn about this employment benefit of the F-1 visa that allows you to work in a job related to your major.​
 
OPT - The Job Search Process Managing Your Finances​ How to Choose the Right
Classes for Transfer
How do you find a job?  Learn important job search tools that will help you land your first job.                   Learn tips on how to spend less money, save more and find out where you money is going.              Choosing the correct classes is important for ensuring you save money, transfer on schedule and transfer to your first choice university.  Learn what classes you need to take to transfer to university.
 
Selecting a University for Transfer​ The CSU & UC Application Process​ Write a Winning Personal Statement​
Learn what you should consider when deciding which university to attend.                    ​ Learn tips on filling out the online application to the California State University and University of California systems.        ​ Answering the university application essay question can be confusing and difficult.  Learn important tips for writing a essay that will be sure to impress the admission officers.​
 

 

Workshop Schedule:
 
​February March
Understanding General Education Requirements
Thursday, February 7
4:00pm - 5:00pm
 
Understanding General Education Requirements
Tuesday, March 12
4:00pm - 5:00pm

 Selecting a University for Transfer
Wednesday, February 13
4:00pm - 5:00pm 

American Culture
Thursday, March 14
3:30pm - 5:00pm​
How to Use Health Insurance
Wednesday, February 20
4:00pm - 4:00pm​
Optional Practical Training (OPT)
Friday, March 15
10:00am - 11:00am
Optional Practical Training (OPT)
Thursday, February 21
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Optional Practical Training (OPT)
Wednesday, March 20
4:00pm - 5:00pm
 
 
​April May
Write a Winning Personal Statement
Wednesday, April 10
4:00pm - 5:00pm​
American Culture
Wednesday, May 1
3:30pm - 5:00pm
American Culture
Thursday, April 11
3:30pm - 5:00pm​
How to Use Health Insurance
Thursday, May 2
3:00pm - 4:00pm​
Selecting a University for Transfer
Wednesday, April 17
4:00pm - 5:00pm​
UC & CSU Application Processes
Wednesday, May 8
4:00pm - 5:00pm​
Optional Practical Training (OPT)
Thursday, April 18
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Optional Practical Training (OPT)
Thursday, May 9
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Optional Practical Training (OPT)
Wednesday, April 24
4:00pm - 5:00pm​
Selecting a University for Transfer
Wednesday, May 15
3:00pm - 4:00pm​
OPT Job Search
Thursday, May 16
4:00pm - 5:00pm​
 
  
NOTE:  Workshops require sign-up at the International Student Office.  Please visit the office or call 776-7205 to sign up for one of the workshops.