NAFSA's nontraditional programs task force, open position on ISS-RP, and new resourcesNovember 30, 2011
Complete a Survey on Nontraditional Programs
The International Student and Scholar Regulatory Practice (ISS-RP) Committee has charged a task force to analyze and make recommendations for government agency liaison regarding the regulatory challenges of nonimmigrant participation in nontraditional programs (hybrid, low-residency, distance/online, short-term ESL, professional training, and others). A survey has been created to gather data to help internally inform the task force. Please take this important survey.
Open Position on NAFSA's International Student and Scholar Regulatory Practice Committee
The International Student and Scholar Regulatory Practice Committee (ISS-RP) identifies regulatory and practice issues that need action through regulatory liaison with government agencies by NAFSA staff, or members as requested by staff. The ISS-RP has an opening on the team for 2012:
Read the KC ISSS Online Chat on Recertification
If you missed the live, online chat on recertification held on November 16, the full transcript is now available – just hit the “replay” button!
Learn About NAFSA's Regulatory Liaison Efforts
NAFSA - Agency Engagement Update Third Quarter outlines NAFSA government liaison efforts. Read about what NAFSA staff and leaders have done during the third quarter of 2011 to engage with federal agencies on regulatory issues.
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- When is exit abandoning and application?
- Executive Order Blocking the Property and Interests in Property of the Government of Iran and Iranian Financial Institutions
- Comprehensive Resource on Crisis Management for the International Student and Scholar Services Office
This resource consists of recommended checklists of action items to consider when dealing with crises involving international students and scholars. The resource includes general guidelines for preparation before, during and after crises.
- Collegial Conversation on Recertification, December 2010
SEVP began the SEVIS recertification process in May 2010. This collegial conversation asks representatives from five diverse institution types, all of which have successfully been recertified, how the process went and how they prepared for it. - Resources for M-1 Schools
For those working with M-1 students, finding appropriate resources can be difficult. NAFSA has excellent guidance on M-1 issues contained in its Adviser's Manual including up to date information regarding USCIS and SEVP guidelines for practical training, transfers and extensions. In addition to the Adviser's Manual, the below links are also helpful for those who advise M-1 students. - One Stop Shop of ISSS links on web
KCISS One Stop Shop of NAFSA ResourcesJuly 29, 2009 A one stop shop of resources for those new to the field of International Student & Scholar Services or new to NAFSA NAFSA's Knowledge Community for International Student and Scholar Services. - Date calculators for immigration processing
The calculators in this file have been developed as tools to help international students and scholar advisers determine time used and time remaining for various types of immigration eligibility. - When to Refer a Student or Scholar to an Attorney
When is it in the best interest of you and the student or scholar you are advising to refer him or her to an attorney? What are some common questions that international student and scholar advisers face that are normally referred to an attorney?
