April 22, 2009
OIA Announcements: Welcome Week/Job Search Workshop
In this issue:
I. Volunteer for Welcome Week
II. Job Searching for International Students
III. Call for ISC Executive Committee Applications
IV. I-CUP Soccer Begins
V. Plan of Action Meeting for Social Justice
VI. International Student Workshop: I Don’t Understand the Slang
Reminders
- Michael Raine will present "The Samurai Film in Japan: From Fairground Entertainment to Postmodern Remake" at 4 p.m. on Thursday, April 23 in the Niles Gallery of the UK Fine Arts Library. He will also discuss the significance and accomplishment of Miike's "Sukiyaki Western Django," which attendees are invited to view at the Kentucky Theatre after the presentation.
- The International Students Graduation Reception will take place on Thursday, May 7, 4:30-6 p.m. at King Alumni House. Please RSVP before Friday, May 1 by calling 859-257-8905 or 1-800-269-ALUM or register online here. Help UK stay in touch with you after graduation by updating your post-graduation mailing and e-mail address by clicking here.
I. Volunteer for Welcome Week
The Office of International Affairs is preparing to welcome new students to campus. New students appreciate the opportunity to talk with current students, which can ease their transition to Lexington and UK. Current students are encouraged to join us for one of the following volunteer meetings: Wednesday, April 29 at 4 p.m. or Thursday, April 30 at noon. Both sessions will meet in the basement of Bradley Hall.
II. Job Searching for International Students
OIA and the James W. Stuckert Career Center present “Job Searching for International Students,” a workshop discussing the challenges of the job search and strategies to market yourself to potential employers, on Thursday, April 23, at 3:30 p.m. in room 101/103 of the Stuckert Career Center. Learn about general job search strategies , F-1 visa options (optional practical training and curricular practical training,) and targeting employers that hire international students. The session is ideal for any international student pursuing a job or internship. RSVP on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=71056217330.
III. Call for ISC Executive Committee Applications
The International Student Council (ISC) is accepting applications for all executive positions for the 2009-2010 academic year. Serving as an ISC officer is a great way to meet new people from all over the world and become a campus leader and help coordinate annual events such as International Night and UK's Got Talent. Applications are due Friday, April 24 and can be downloaded from the OIA Web site. Completed applications should be e-mailed to nsjawa2@uky.edu or submitted as a hard copy to 204 Bradley Hall. E-mail nsjawa2@uky.edu with questions.
IV. I-CUP Soccer Begins
The International Student Council is proud to present the 2009 I-CUP Soccer Tournament beginning Friday, April 24. To register, submit your team name and member list to bebani09@gmail.com. Teams must consist of six players and one goalie. There will be unlimited substitutions. Games will be played on weekends, and the entry fee is $5 per player.
V. Plan of Action Meeting for Social Justice
The Office of Student Involvement is hosting a “plan of action” meeting to examine diversity and social justice issues on Thursday, April 23 at 5 p.m. in the Center for Student Involvement’s smart classroom. All students are encouraged to express ideas, voice concerns and discuss projects at UK that surround diversity and community building efforts.
VI. International Student Workshop: I Don’t Understand the Slang
Join other international students, as well as staff from the UK Counseling and Testing Center and the Office of International Affairs, to talk about life in the United States. This week’s session, “I Don’t Understand the Slang” will focus on common expressions and idioms used in the English language. Meet in room 207 in Bradley Hall, 2-3 p.m. on Friday, April 24.
This notification is distributed by UK’s Office of International Affairs (OIA) in Bradley Hall.
Phone: 859.257.4067
Fax: 859.323.1026