Office of International Education and ESL Institute University of Wisconsin - Stout Office of International Education and ESL Institute OFFICE OF INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION Inspiring Innovation. Learn more at www.uwstout.edu/oie

DISCOVER TODAY. IMPRESS TOMORROW. OFFICE OF INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION WHY STUDY ABROAD?   DISCOVER TODAY. IMPRESS TOMORROW.

DISCOVER TODAY. IMPRESS TOMORROW. MISSION, GOALS, OBJECTIVES Mission Statement The Office of International Education facilitates internationalization efforts on and off campus to prepare students for the global workforce and society.   Goals and Objectives Advance education abroad opportunities that encompass experiential, innovative, and career-focused learning for the UW-Stout community Cultivate institutional partnerships to foster global experiences for all UW-Stout stakeholders Diversify our campus population through mindful recruitment of international students Provide quality support services to international students, visiting scholars, and guests Advance initiatives that foster intercultural and global competencies for students, faculty, staff and the local community Provide quality English as a Second Language courses and support to facilitate international student success  DISCOVER TODAY. IMPRESS TOMORROW.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SERVICES 225 International Students 35 Countries Who is an international student? Orientation Challenges (Student Perspective) Admitting Students Immigration Requirements

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT? F-1 Visa Holders (Generally Degree-Seeking) J-1 Visa Holders (Generally Non-Degree) Non-citizens in the U.S. may be in the U.S. under many different visa types (employment-based, asylum, permanent resident, etc.). Immigration rules and regulations presented here pertain ONLY to F-1 and J-1 visa holders sponsored by UW-Stout. DISCLAIMER

INT’L STUDENT ORIENTATION Immigration regulations Counseling Services Housing and Student ID Placement Testing Employment and Involvement Opportunities Bill Payment Class Registration Dean of Students and Law Enforcement Student Health Services APA overview and Research Resources Shopping trips to Walmart Potluck Dinner Trip to Mall of America Social Security Office

CHALLENGES (Student Perspective) Major life transition period Unfamiliarity with U.S. academic system/concepts (class attendance, daily assignments, approaching professors, sharing info/plagiarism, etc.) Cultural adjustment Language and communication (academic, social) Career/major selection In-country support system Financial stress Family pressure Mental and physical health/safety Diversity issues Immigration regulations

Admitting Students These requirements apply to all programs that admit international students: Must be full-time, on-campus program Must submit application to the school Must provide proof of English proficiency Must provide proof of sufficient funds to cover cost of study and living in U.S.

IMMIGRATION BASICS Maintain Full Course of Study Four Exceptions (OIE approval required) Make Normal Academic Progress Work Only with Authorization On-Campus Curricular Practical Training Optional Practical Training

EDUCATION ABROAD Study abroad statistics Why Study Abroad? Program Options Application & Program Director’s Involvement Study Abroad Staff & Program Director Communication Faculty Opportunities

STUDY ABROAD STATISTICS Includes international semester & academic year, faculty-led international & domestic and National Student Exchange students. 2011-12: 287 2012-13: 310 2013-14: 339 2014-15: 364 2015-16: 388 2016-17: 343

WHY STUDY ABROAD? MEET A VARIETY OF PEOPLE LEARN A FOREIGN LANGUAGE TAKE GE COURSES OR MAJOR SPECIFIC COURSES BUILD YOUR RESUME ENHANCE YOUR PORTFOLIO

PROGRAM OPTIONS FACULTY-LED (Intl. & Domestic) Study short-term with a UW-Stout Professor EXCHANGE Pay UW-Stout tuition DIRECT ENROLL Study in other unique locations NATIONAL STUDENT EXCHANGE Study in another U.S. state, its territories or Canada & pay UW-Stout tuition CO-OPS & INTERNSHIPS Gain international work experience

APPLICATION & PD INVOLVMENT Search and apply at uwstout.studioabroad.com by major, country, program, etc. Students complete Proposal for Transferred Credits Form with PD Students should provide course information (if available) Contact us if you need links to overseas university programs, faculty, etc. Advising Walk-in Hours: Monday – Thursday 1:00pm - 3:00pm Or by appointment

Study Abroad & PD Communication Advance education abroad opportunities that encompass experiential, innovative, and career-focused learning for the UW-Stout community Cultivate institutional partnerships to foster global experiences for all UW- Stout stakeholders Internationalize the curriculum Selecting preferred study abroad programs or universities Establish preferred semester to study abroad Establish International Studies Emphasis Component on Program Plan International Visitors

Faculty Opportunities Lead a study abroad program Apply for the DAAD Strategic Partnership Grant at Hochschule Darmstadt (Germany) Teach through the Wisconsin in Scotland program Teach abroad with other partner universities View opportunities at uwstout.studioabroad.com. Click on “Faculty & Staff Opportunities” tab.