International Student Advising

Learn about the DMV permit and test process requirements, options for driving practice, renting vehicles and best practices for buying a car/insurance.

NOTE: If you are planning to take your permit test during Fall Break, please pick-up a copy of the application outside Farinon 107A prior to the workshop and schedule an appointment for a health exam at Bailey Health Center in advance of the break.

Beginning this fall, all 2nd, 3rd and 4th year F-1 students must attend one of the two sessions offered during the first two weeks for your class year to be registered in SEVIS.  Sessions will only be 20-30 minutes long, but important information for the year will be given and it is necessary that you be there in person.  Please note the individual class times below and mark your calendars now. 

SOPHOMORES --- 5:00PM to 5:20PM JUNIORS --- 5:30PM to 5:50PM SENIORS --- 6:00PM to...

Understanding U.S. health care can be frustrating and tricky.  Representatives from the Bailey Health Center will discuss what is covered under the college health plan and explain the nuances of physicians being "In-Network/Out of Network", what to expect with deductibles and co-pays, as well as local options for healthcare when BHC is closed.

Learn about the process and documents needed to apply for a social security number and the steps required once the card is received.  

Presented by Janine Block 

F-1 students: Get a jump on learning about the OPT application process and the regulations surrounding OPT reporting.  

ATTENDANCE at ONE SESSION REQUIRED for all seniors applying for OPT in the spring.

This workshop is MANDATORY for all 1st year students studying here on an F-1 visa. Responsibilities, requirements and processes will be covered and representatives from the library, Dean's office, English department and Wellness office will be speaking about issues related to college writing, research and holistic approaches to dealing with issues that are often challenging for those coming from different academic systems. 

Lunch will be provided at the meeting.  

Are you an international student interested in doing an internship this summer? If so, this workshop is for you! 

During this workshop we’ll be discussing: 1. How Lafayette’s internship policies work in conjunction with Curricular Practical Training (CPT) work authorization

2. How you apply for CPT authorization

3. What to do if you don’t qualify for CPT but still want to work off campus

Are you an international student interested in doing an internship this summer? If so, this workshop is for you! 

During this workshop we’ll be discussing: 1. How Lafayette’s internship policies work in conjunction with Curricular Practical Training (CPT) work authorization

2. How you apply for CPT authorization

3. What to do if you don’t qualify for CPT but still want to work off campus

Ever wonder how those who make small talk look so easy learned those skills?  We know it's important for navigating social situations and talking with potential employers, but why is it so hard to do...particularly for those coming from abroad?  We believe with a little coaching and some practical tips, you too can feel more confident talking with total strangers as well as the person sitting next to you in class.  Come join us for 90 minutes of interactive training in a relaxed setting. ...

Event is postponed until a future date.

If you are an international student required to file a state and local tax return based on the information provided by Janine Block (ISA members, see the Tax Advising folder in this portal), please plan to attend one of these two workshops being offered by the Controller's Office.  RSVP requested.

If you are an international student required to file a state and local tax return based on the information provided by Janine Block (ISA members, see the Tax Advising folder in this portal), please plan to attend one of these two workshops being offered by the Controller's Office.  RSVP requested.

Are you an international student interested in doing an internship this summer? If so, this workshop is for you! 

During this workshop we’ll be discussing: 1. How Lafayette’s internship policies work in conjunction with Curricular Practical Training (CPT) work authorization

2. How you apply for CPT authorization

3. What to do if you don’t qualify for CPT but still want to work off campus

Ever wonder how those who make small talk look so easy learned those skills?  We know it's important for navigating social situations and talking with potential employers, but why is it so hard to do...particularly for those coming from abroad?  We believe with a little coaching and some practical tips, you too can feel more confident talking with total strangers as well as the person sitting next to you in class.  Come join us for 90 minutes of interactive training in a relaxed setting. ...

Art Serratelli of Serratelli Mijal PLLC will be on campus to discuss visa options and immigration related topics relevant to you as F-1 students.  Please join us for an entertaining and informative evening you won't want to miss!

F-1 students applying for OPT this spring - this will be your chance to put your application materials together and make photocopies of all necessary documents.  More details on time slots and what to bring coming soon.

F-1 students: If you are planning on working in the U.S. after graduation, plan to attend this workshop where I'll be outlining the OPT application process and the regulations surrounding OPT reporting.  This is the only session being offered this spring. 

If you did not attend the fall session, remember: ATTENDANCE at ONE SESSION IS REQUIRED for all seniors applying for OPT.

Questions?  Contact Janine Block at blockj@lafayette.edu.

F-1 students: Get a jump on learning about the OPT application process and the regulations surrounding OPT reporting.  

ATTENDANCE at ONE SESSION REQUIRED for all seniors applying for OPT in the spring.

This workshop is MANDATORY for all 1st year students studying here on an F-1 visa. Responsibilities, requirements and processes will be covered and representatives from the library, Dean's office, English department and Wellness office will be speaking about issues related to college writing, research and holistic approaches to dealing with issues that are often challenging for those coming from different academic systems. 

Lunch will be provided at the meeting.  

Understanding U.S. health care can be frustrating and tricky.  Representatives from the Bailey Health Center will discuss what is covered under the college health plan and explain the nuances of physicians being "In-Network/Out of Network", what to expect with deductibles and co-pays, as well as local options for healthcare when BHC is closed.

Learn about the process and documents needed to apply for a social security number and the steps required once the card is received.  

Presenters: Janine Block and Darlene Yost

F-1 students: Learn about the OPT application process and the regulations surrounding OPT reporting.

ATTENDANCE at ONE SESSION REQUIRED for all seniors applying for OPT this spring.  Individual appointments for OPT applicants will be scheduled between 2/9 and 2/20.

Are you an international student interested in doing an internship this summer? If so, this workshop is for you! 

During this workshop we’ll be discussing: 1. How Lafayette’s internship policies work in conjunction with Curricular Practical Training (CPT) work authorization

2. How you apply for CPT authorization

3. What to do if you don’t qualify for CPT but still want to work off campus

If you are an international student required to file a state and local tax return based on the information provided by Janine Block (ISA members, see the Tax Advising folder in this portal), please plan to attend one of these two workshops being offered by the Controller's Office.  RSVP requested.

If you are an international student required to file a state and local tax return based on the information provided by Janine Block (ISA members, see the Tax Advising folder in this portal), please plan to attend one of these two workshops being offered by the Controller's Office.  RSVP requested.