Upcoming Events
Friday, May 24
Employment Authorization Options for F-1 Students
If you are an F-1 student interested in learning more about on-campus employment, Curricular Practical Training (CPT) and Optional Practical Training (OPT), the OIS will offer in-person presentations on select Fridays during the Spring 2024 term. This is a great way to learn more about the basic qualifications and requirements for CPT, OPT and more!
Monday, May 27
Watch Movies Filmed in Pittsburgh
Did you know that many movies were filmed in Pittsburgh? Take a look at this list of movies made in Pittsburgh and "visit" the city before you arrive!
OIS is Closed
OIS will be closed for the University break.
Friday, May 31
Friday Forum: Employment
Every Friday at 10am EDT, OIS will host a forum for incoming students to ask questions of the OIS staff. This week's focus is Employment, but you are free to ask any questions in the forum or just get to know us better. The Friday Forum link is: https://pitt.zoom.us/j/91565051563. If you want to register for this week or other weeks in the future, you can do so here: https://ois.as.me/fridayforums.
Friday, May 31
Scholar Orientation
Attendance at orientation is required for all new J-1 scholars and interns. Scholars and interns will learn basic immigration regulations relevant to their status, and general information for adjustment to Pittsburgh and the surrounding community, and will also receive informational packets for future reference during their stay. Please bring passport, visa, I-94 and DS-2019 with you to the orientation.
Sunday, June 2
Primanti Bros' Sandwiches
One of the best known foods from Pittsburgh is the Primanti Bros sandwich. In this Pittsburgh Post-Gazette article, you can read all about this delicious sandwich shop and get ready to try one when you arrive in Pittsburgh.
Tuesday, June 4
Learn about Pittsburgh Attractions
Pittsburgh has been recognized as THE place to live and visit by different magazines in the past few years. This article highlights some of the Pittsburgh attractions that explain why people love to be here!
Friday, June 7
Friday Forum: Housing
Every Friday at 10am EDT, OIS will host a forum for incoming students to ask questions of the OIS staff. This week's focus is Housing, but you are free to ask any questions in the forum or just get to know us better. The Friday Forum link is: https://pitt.zoom.us/j/91565051563. If you want to register for this week or other weeks in the future, you can do so here: https://ois.as.me/fridayforums.
Friday, June 7
Scholar Orientation
Attendance at orientation is required for all new J-1 scholars and interns. Scholars and interns will learn basic immigration regulations relevant to their status, and general information for adjustment to Pittsburgh and the surrounding community, and will also receive informational packets for future reference during their stay. Please bring passport, visa, I-94 and DS-2019 with you to the orientation.
Saturday, June 8
32 Realities International Students Experience
Check out this article from another international student studying in the U.S. about their experience.
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