In this tax webinar, international students, scholars and professionals will be run through everything they need to know about nonresident tax for the 2025 tax season. Topics will include who must file, tax residency, FICA, State returns, implications of misfiling as well as how to use Sprintax to prepare a compliant...
Who’s ready to compete in teams and enjoy a fun-filled evening? Inspired by the global Minute to Win It format, we are excited to host a game night at OISS! You will compete in teams to complete sixteen one-minute challenges. Fast-paced, hilarious and full of surprises! To keep your energy up, we’ll also be serving a...
Have you ever seen those viral videos of people dipping fabric or paper into a shallow pool of floating colors to transfer the design? That's called water marbling, and it is an artistic practice with a long history across Asia and Europe. It's known by many names, but the most famous are Turkish Ebru and...
Join us for a 2 mile walk around downtown New Haven and see 10+ stunning murals along the way. At the end of our tour, OISS will treat you to some Arethusa ice cream together! We will meet outside of OISS at 421 Temple Street and begin the walk from there. Please make sure you’re on time so we can leave as a...
OISS April gathering for the international spouses and partners at Yale (ISPY) is here, and this time we are meeting up at The Well at Schwarzman Center! OISS will treat you to an alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverage under $8. This program is for 21+ participants, and you are required to carry your ID with proof of...
New Haven is famous for many things, but its Brutalist landmarks are certainly not to be missed! Join us for an in-depth walking tour to explore the major Brutalist buildings in downtown New Haven. Tentative itinerary*: - Rudolph Hall (School of Architecture) - Temple Street Parking Garage - New Haven Fire Department...
Join us to celebrate National Kite Month with a unique event that explores the cultural significance of kite flying around the world. Participants will have the chance to craft their very own kites that reflect their personal identity and cultural heritage. Basic supplies will be provided, enabling you to create a...
Calling all ISPY community members (spouses and partners of Yale students and scholars)! Are you trying to optimize your resume to give your job hunt the best shot? Are you looking to advance your career in the Greater New Haven area? Or do you want to pick the brain of Yale's Talent Acquisition team and...
Join OISS for a spring visit to the cherry blossoms in Wooster Square. We’ll gather for a relaxed picnic, enjoy some Japanese snacks, and take part in a simple ikigai reflection activity. We’ll also spend a little time learning about the cultural significance and history of cherry blossoms in Japan from the Japanese...
What better way to get to know your new surroundings than attending New England's State Fair? The Big E only happens once a year, and is the seventh largest fair in the United States and brings together all six of New England states including Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island...
Celebrate the Thai New Year with us at Yale’s first ever Songkran Water Festival, a joyful tradition that symbolizes renewal, cleansing, and fresh beginnings! Co-organized by Office of International Students and Scholars (OISS) and the Student Association of Thais at Yale (SATAY), this event brings the...
