EVENTS & PROGRAMS
The International Services Office (ISO) is committed to improving the student life experience of all GW international students and scholars through programming and hosts ~80 events each academic year.
The ISO’s Programming is intentionally built around the 4 major need areas of international students, which include:
1. Orientation and Adjustment
2. Immigration Support
3. Professional and Career Support
4. Social and Cultural Exchange
SPRING 2020 EVENTS!
The International Services Office (ISO) is committed to providing support and resources to all GW international students and scholars during this stressful time. We are HERE for YOU! We invite you to connect with us virtually for the rest of the semester.
Check out the Preparedness Kit created by the International Student Community Ambassadors JUST for YOU! This kit includes useful information to help you navigate covid-19, including necessities to purchase, fun activities to do at home, ways to stay informed, and many more!
Are you stressed about being away from family and friends during this time? Do you need advice on how to deal with covid-19? Connect with the ISCAs! They are international students JUST LIKE YOU and are here to be your friend and help you get through this stressful time. Book a virtual appointment today!
Looking for a fun way to connect with ISO and stay informed? Listen to our podcasts every Friday at 2pm. We will discuss relevant topics and resources for you, feature amazing guests each week, and share interesting stories from our international students all around the world. If you would like to be featured in our podcasts, please email us at [email protected]gwu.edu. Send us an interesting story, something you are grateful for, an accomplishment you are proud of, helpful tips for fellow international students, and many more!
Episode 1: An International Student's Guide on COVID-19!
Join us as we discuss international students' experiences with covid-19, helpful tips on how to navigate the current environment, GW resources available to you during this time, fun activities to do at home, and answers to your questions about maintaining your status and travel advisories.
When: Friday, April 3 @ 2PM
Moderators: Jonathan Benjamin, ISO Applications Administrator) and Saumya Rajamohan, ISCA
Featured Guest: Joshua Kai, ISO Assistant Director
Do you plan to work off-campus or participate in internships during your time as an international student at GW? If your answer is YES, you should plan on attending this workshop to better your understanding of how to obtain work authorization while on an F-1 visa.
When: Wednesday, April 15 @ 2PM
Where: Online (link will be available soon)
Are you preparing for employment authorization following completion of your program? If your answer is YES, you should plan on attending this workshop to better your understanding of how to obtain work authorization while on an F-1 visa.
When: Tuesday, April 21 @ 2PM
Where: Online (link will be available soon)
Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, the IRS has extended the federal tax filing and payment deadlines from April 15 to July 15. Check out this blog from Sprintax for guidance and tips on filing your U.S. tax returns from your home country. Contact [email protected] with your tax questions!
