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Supporting Undocumented Students at U.S. Institutions of Higher Education
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The following is a list of frequently asked questions about how institutional policies and procedures intersect with providing the best information and services for undocumented students.
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Apr 30, 2013
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International Tax Identification Number (ITIN) Application Process
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Tax filing generally sparks questions about ITINs. Find out more about ITIN procedures and how you can provide assistance in filing these applications with IRS.
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Feb 27, 2013
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International Student Retention Annotated Bibliography
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This annotated bibliography focuses on research regarding international student retention, intended to provide recommendations and strategies.
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Feb 14, 2013
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Responding to a Natural Disaster in a Student's/Scholar's institution within the U.S.
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Unanticipated weather conditions can impact the operations of an academic institution. While the crisis may be impacting the entire campus population, there are particular issues that impact an international student or scholar while in the U.S.
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Feb 12, 2013
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NAFSA KC-ISSS Comprehensive Internationalization: A Staff Development Resource
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This KC-ISSS resource is a staff development tool for International Student and Scholar Offices. The presentation offers useful tips and talking points and is provided as a template for ISSS managers and directors to help emphasize the role of ISSS staff in achieving Comprehensive Internationalization.
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Nov 26, 2012
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NAFSA Practice Advisory: Managing the 30-Day Post-Completion OPT Filing Deadline
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USCIS Service Centers are
consistently denying post-completion OPT applications received beyond the
regulatory deadline of 30 days after the DSO updated SEVIS with the OPT
recommendation. This practice resource describes the issues involved, to help schools
implement procedures to ensure that students are aware of this and all OPT
filing deadlines.
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Oct 23, 2012
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NAFSA KCISS Practice Resource Health Insurance and Health Care for Your International Students and Scholars
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This KC-ISSS practice resource provides basic information meant to help advisers address the unique needs of the international community in the context of health insurance and health care.
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Oct 23, 2012
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Practice Advisory: SEVP Enforcement Of IEP Accreditation Law
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NAFSA advisory on SEVP's initiative to ensure compliance with the IEP Accreditation Act.
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Oct 04, 2012
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Seminar: Comprehensive Strategic International Enrollment Management, Recruitment, Retention, and Reentry
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Strategic international enrollment management must go beyond a recruitment focus to encompass current international students' experiences (retention) as well as international alumni's successful transition back home (reentry).
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Jun 20, 2012
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Immigration Basics: FAQ for Academic Advisors advising International Students
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ISSS offices may use this template for creating their own institutional FAQ on immigration basics to share with academic advisers who often need to be aware of certain unique advising needs of international students. Tailor the FAQ to your institution and share with those on campus who may meet with international students in an advising capacity. The FAQ could also be tailored to share with admissions office professionals if they have need of basic immigration information
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May 24, 2012
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Live Collegial Conversation: Recertification
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Live Collegial Conversation: Recertification
A live collegial conversation will take place here on Wednesday, November 16 at 1:00 p.m. EST.
Four experienced NAFSAns will discuss recertification and provide some best practice tips:
Jennifer Falzerano, Lane Community College
Heather Lukashin, South
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Nov 07, 2011
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Comprehensive Resource on Crisis Management for the International Student and Scholar Services Office
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The Knowledge Community for International Student & Scholar Services (KC ISSS) Task Force on Crisis Management was charged with creating a comprehensive resource for professionals in international student and scholar services to assist them when working through crisis situations
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May 27, 2011
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Ready or Not, We're Here! The New Generation of Professionals in International Student and Scholar Services
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This resource will uncover ways to empower ISSS offices to develop a management strategy for working with and providing training and mentoring for these profession als new to the field.
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May 17, 2011
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Collegial Conversation: J Student Intern Category, Part II
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Three colleagues who contributed to the original J-1 Student Intern category resource in 2009 have now provided an update about their experiences with their program. Their insight into the development of institutional policies and practices as well as challenges and tips is valuable to institutions still working through the mechanics of how to implement the J-1 Student Intern category on their home campuses.
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Mar 07, 2011
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Responding to a Crisis in a Student's/Scholar's Home Country
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Crises in a student's or scholar's home country may be political, social, economic, environmental, or health-related. Floods, tsunamis, earthquakes, political upheaval and war throughout the world can cause enormous stress for those affected.
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Mar 07, 2011
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