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February 2025

Lunarfest Celebration with Club Kung Fu

Saturday 1:00pm to 2:15pm

OISS is excited to be participating in Yale China's Lunarfest celebrations by collaborating with Club Kung Fu for a kung fu demonstration! There are more Yale China Lunarfest events throughout the day, so please check their website to learn more about the schedule and check out all of the festivities! Join us...

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4 Feb

Work After Graduation for Artists: F-1 Optional Practical Training

Tuesday 1:00pm to 2:00pm

Interested in working in the U.S. after graduation? You may be eligible to apply for F-1 Optional Practical Training, a work authorization based on your F-1 student visa. This session will cover some of the basics of OPT and how to apply. This presentation will be recorded so if you cannot attend, please still...

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5 Feb

Paint & Sip Hot Chocolate

Wednesday 5:15pm to 7:15pm

Join us for a cozy and creative evening on Wednesday, February 5th, from 5:30 to 7:30pm! Let your artistic side shine as we paint in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Sip on your choice of hot chocolate, tea, or coffee, and indulge in a delightful selection of toppings and sweet treats. Whether you’re a seasoned...

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6 Feb

Sprintax Nonresident Tax Webinar

Thursday 11:00am to 12:00pm

In this tax webinar, international students, scholars and professionals will be run through everything they need to know about nonresident tax for the 2024 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...

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7 Feb

Work After Graduation for Masters Students: F-1 Optional Practical Training

Friday 12:00pm to 1:00pm

Interested in working in the U.S. after graduation? You may be eligible to apply for F-1 Optional Practical Training, a work authorization based on your F-1 student visa. This session will cover the basics of OPT and how to apply. This presentation will be recorded so if you cannot attend, please still register so...

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7 Feb

International Spouses & Partners at Yale (ISPY) Orientation

Friday 10:30am to 3:00pm

Have you recently arrived to New Haven with a spouse or partner who is studying or working at Yale? Then we invite you to join the International Spouses and Partners at Yale (ISPY) community for an in-person orientation on Friday, February 7th - lunch will be provided! At this orientation we will have an opportunity...

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10 Feb

Work After Graduation for Jackson School of Global Affairs: F-1 Optional Practical Training

Monday 3:30pm to 4:30pm

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12 Feb

Work After Graduation for GSAS Masters Students: F-1 Optional Practical Training

Wednesday 12:00pm to 1:00pm

Interested in working in the U.S. after graduation? You may be eligible to apply for F-1 Optional Practical Training, a work authorization based on your F-1 student visa. This session will cover the basics of OPT and how to apply. This presentation will be recorded so if you cannot attend, please still register so...

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12 Feb

Work After Graduation for Yale College Students: F-1 Optional Practical Training

Wednesday 2:00pm to 3:00pm

Interested in working in the U.S. after graduation? You may be eligible to apply for F-1 Optional Practical Training, a work authorization based on your F-1 student visa. This session will cover the basics of OPT and how to apply. This presentation will be recorded so if you cannot attend, please still register so...

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13 Feb

Work After Graduation for Law Students: F-1 Optional Practical Training

Thursday 12:30pm to 1:30pm

Interested in working in the U.S. after graduation? You may be eligible to apply for F-1 Optional Practical Training, a work authorization based on your F-1 student visa. This session will cover the basics of OPT and how to apply. This presentation will be recorded so if you cannot attend, please still register so...

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13 Feb

Make Your Own Valentine's Day Card

Thursday 5:15pm to 7:00pm

Have you ever handmade a Valentine's Day card? Or celebrated Valentine's Day? Join us for a night of crafting and card making at the OISS and walk away with unique cards to give to your favorites on Valentine's Day. We will provide all of the craft materials you need, along with a few chocolates to...

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14 Feb

Work After Graduation for PhD Students: F-1 Optional Practical Training

Friday 12:00pm to 1:00pm

Interested in working in the U.S. after graduation? You may be eligible to apply for F-1 Optional Practical Training, a work authorization based on your F-1 student visa. This session will cover the basics of OPT and how to apply. This presentation will be recorded so if you cannot attend, please still register so...

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19 Feb

Cultural Mythology and Folklore Night

Wednesday 5:30pm to 7:00pm

Immerse yourself in the magic of storytelling at Cultural Mythology and Folklore Night! Experience a vibrant evening as speakers from diverse cultural backgrounds share captivating myths and folktales from their heritage. Participants will also have the chance to share their favorite tales, adding a personal touch...

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20 Feb

Celebrating International Mother Language Day

Thursday 9:00am to 5:00pm

In celebration of International Mother Language Day, stop by OISS during our office hours to add a message in your mother language to the walls of our office (well, not on the walls, but on white boards, corkboards, and the paper that will be hanging on our walls)! Help us celebrate the diversity of languages spoken...

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21 Feb

Work After Graduation for Yale College Students: F-1 Optional Practical Training

Friday 10:00am to 11:00am

Interested in working in the U.S. after graduation? You may be eligible to apply for F-1 Optional Practical Training, a work authorization based on your F-1 student visa. This session will cover the basics of OPT and how to apply. This presentation will be recorded so if you cannot attend, please still register so...

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26 Feb

Sprintax Nonresident Tax Webinar

Wednesday 12:00pm to 1:00pm

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26 Feb

Visa Options for Medical Residents

Wednesday 12:00pm to 1:30pm

Learn about visa options during medical residency from immigration attorneys Adam Cohen and Meghan Moody of the Siskind Susser Law Firm. Attorneys Cohen and Moody will give a free lecture on the current visa climate for immigrant physicians, including legislative updates on immigration options for those in the...

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26 Feb

Sprintax Nonresident Tax Overview for OPT/CPT

Wednesday 2:00pm to 3:00pm

Topics covered will include residency for tax purposes, tax liabilities when on OPT/CPT and pre- employment tax forms when on OPT/CPT. The Sprintax team will also provide an overview of Sprintax Forms which can be used to prepare your pre-OPT/CPT employment tax documents.

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