This post was originally sent to students by email on October 20, 2025.
Dear International Huskies,
Greetings from the CISS! I’m reaching out with some mid-semester reminders and to let you know about some upcoming events. As a reminder, international students need to update the following information each semester:
- Address and Phone Number
- I-94 Admission Number
- Updated visa approval information
Review the Continuing Student Checklist and submit this required information today!
Are you struggling with your classes? November 10, 2025 is the last day to withdraw from a course. First year students may be eligible for a reduced course load from ISSS, but you must contact your ISSS advisor BEFORE November 10 to discuss your eligibility.
Are you traveling outside of the U.S. for Thanksgiving break or Winter recess? Report your upcoming travel to ISSS now and request your travel signature. Print your most updated form I-20 with travel signature to carry with you when traveling.
How is your health and mental health?
As the weather gets colder, October is commonly when many students may start to get sick. You may also be starting to feel homesick or lonely. Don’t hesitate to take advantage of these Student Health and Wellness resources, so you can stay healthy. If you are sick, it is important to reach out to SHAW and to let your professors know especially if you missed a class because of illness. You will still be responsible for the work that you missed.
- SHAW Medical Services for illness or injury
- Let’s Talk multiple locations and times, but every Friday @ CISS from 1:15-2:15 pm
- Pet Therapy every Tuesday evening and the first Thursday of the month
Events Happening This Week
Monday 10/20/2025
Diwali @ UConn Waterbury
https://events.uconn.edu/event/1161732-diwali
Tuesday, 10/21/2025
SHAW Health Fair @ UConn Waterbury
https://events.uconn.edu/event/1296341-shaw-health-fair
Softball Speed Pitch Game
11:30-2:00 @ UConn Law School
https://events.uconn.edu/event/1469822-softball-speed-pitch-game
Multilingual Coffee Hour
3:00-4:00 pm at the CISS on the Storrs Campus. Learn more here:
https://events.uconn.edu/event/1416334-multilingual-coffee-hour
Navigating the U.S. Job and Internship Search Panel for International Students
5:00-6:00 PM – Virtual, sign up and join online here:
https://career.uconn.edu/events/2025/10/21/navigating-the-u-s-job-and-internship-search-panel-for-international-students/
Every Friday – Let’s Talk @ CISS
1:15-2:15 pm at the CISS
https://studenthealth.uconn.edu/lets-talk/
Hartford Campus Soccer Club
Every Friday at 5:00 pm
https://events.uconn.edu/event/1237822-soccer
Best,
Arthur
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Arthur Galinat (pronounce my name)
(he/him/his)
Director, International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS)
UConn Global Affairs