Requesting Academic Accommodations
Everything you need to know to request academic accommodations for the first time or request changes to your current accommodation plan.
Requesting Housing Accommodations
Everything you need to know to request housing accommodations for the first time or to renew your current housing accommodations.
Reverse Culture Shock: Readapting to ‘Home’
Individuals can also experience difficulties with readjusting back to their home culture in what is called, “Reverse Culture Shock”.
Safety & Security: 3 Basic Tips
A large percentage of international students live off campus in areas that are not policed by WUPD. Keep these tips in mind.
SafeZones
Undergraduate SafeZones is a peer facilitation group that educates and fosters discussion around LGBTQIA* issues.
Sex, Gender Identity and Sexual Orientation Self-Study Guide
Educational self-study guide of videos, publications, WashU courses and additional resources to enhance inclusive communities and conversations.
Social Movements and Social Change Self-Study Guide
Educational self-study guide of videos, publications, WashU courses and additional resources to enhance inclusive communities and conversations.
Social Security Numbers for F-1 & J-1 International Students
In order to apply for a Social Security Number (SSN), you generally must have a job or a job offer.
Some Good News for International Students: Judge Rules in Favor of F-1 Students on Unlawful Presence
On February 06, 2020, a Judge granted summary judgement in favor of international students and their institutions regarding the August 2018 changes to unlawful presence.
Spectrum Awards
The annual Holobaugh Honors ceremony recognizes students, staff, faculty, and community members who perform direct advocacy and service to LGBTQIA* communities.
Sprintax Open Tax Webinars for Internationals: Filing Season 2023
View webinars to assist with filing 2023 U.S. Income Tax returns using Sprintax.
STEM OPT Updates announced from DHS and DOS
03/04/2022 Written By: Ariel Carpenter, OISS Interim Executive Director (she/her) In mid-January, the Department of Homeland Security announced the addition of 21 academic programs to the STEM Designated Degree Program […]
Student Spotlight: Dohun Kim #WashUTogether
Written by: Lara Jennings, International Student and Scholar Advisor Date: 04/23/2021
Summer Internships and Work Authorization
Written by: Lara Jennings, International Student and Scholar Advisor, 03/26/2021
Taxes in the U.S.
In January and February every year, employers send out W-2 and 1042-S forms to help people with their tax filing for the previous calendar year.
The Diversity Happy Hour
This annual event connects graduate and professional students working to improve our campus communities.