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Friday Forum at the International Center

Friday, October 30, 2020

Description: IC advisors will provide updates on any changes to immigration regulations, guidance, or procedures that affect F-1 and J-1 exchange visitors. They will also answer questions about a number of topics in the news, including the proposed rule changes to “duration of status” and H-1B status, nonimmigrant visa processing, and OPT.

Click on the individual sessions below to join each session (U-M authentication is required):

Federal Tax Workshop

Friday, March 10, 2017

Description: Need help with your federal taxes? Come to the presentation and get your questions answered. To register for this workshop, email [email protected].

Important: Food and drinks are not allowed in the Amphitheatre. This workshop is specifically designed for F-1 and J-1 international students and scholars.

Exploring Spiritual Communities

Sunday, February 12, 2017

Description: The Ann Arbor area and Southeast Michigan are home to a great diversity of religious communities from many traditions. Exploring Spiritual Communities is a great opportunity for international students and scholars to learn about several different religious communities and to visit their places of worship.

Registration and Questions: If you are interested in attending or have questions, please contact Jessica Greenfield at [email protected].

Social Security Number Application or Letter of Ineligibility

Tuesday, September 17, 2019

Description: Representatives from the Ann Arbor Social Security office will help international students, scholars, and their dependents who are affiliated with U-M apply for a social security number and card or for a “letter of ineligibility”. Please arrive at the time specified.

Driver's License Written Test

Friday, October 18, 2019

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H-1B Temporary Worker in Specialty Occupations Basics

Tuesday, November 12, 2024

Description: This session is designed for international students and scholars who are interested in learning about basic eligibility requirements and specific procedures for H-1B visas. The program will conclude with time for questions.

Presenter: Dawn Welk Wise from the Law Firm of Irani & Wise.

Employment-Based U.S. Permanent Residency Information

Tuesday, November 19, 2024

Permanent residency authorizes a foreign national to work in the U.S. indefinitely. Topics covered in the workshop include basic eligibility requirements and specific procedures.

American Literature Book Discussion for Scholars

Thursday, October 13, 2016

Description: If you love to read, join us for this scholar book discussion group. First read the featured book, then we'll meet to discuss the story. This is a great way to improve your vocabulary, practice your English reading and conversational skills, learn about American culture, and have FUN! Each book is fewer than 200 pages. See the handout to learn more about the books.

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Scholar Conversation Class

Wednesday, February 13, 2019

Description: This series is designed to meet the needs of international scholars at U-M. Each session features a different topic and you can attend as many of the sessions as you want. The group will practice conversational English and discuss U.S. customs related to informal social interactions in a university setting.

Open to international scholars only.

Questions? Contact the International Center at [email protected]

June International Coffee Hour

Friday, June 14, 2024

Description: International Coffee Hour is a great opportunity to meet new people from around the world! The event is open to all members of the U-M community, including international and U.S. students, scholars, faculty, staff and their partners. Meet us at the Student Activities Building courtyard located at 515 E Jefferson Street in Ann Arbor. In case of inclement weather, we will meet indoors in the atrium in the same building.

All are welcome!

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