 Weekly Digest for December 14th, 2016 IN THIS WEEK'S DIGEST...
WINTER BREAK ANNOUNCEMENTSTHE OISS WILL BE CLOSED FOR WINTER BREAK FROM: DECEMBER 22, 2016 AND REOPEN ON JANUARY 2, 2017 Are you traveling outside the US this winter break? Make sure you have a valid travel signature!
Please check your emails for any further information regarding travel for this winter. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to let us know. The Office of International Students and Scholars (OISS) wants to wish you a very happy winter break, and a wonderful new year! CGE NEWS & EVENTSGOOD LUCK ON FINALS! During finals week, many students feel stressed out and overwhelmed. However, there is campus programming happening every day that will help you when you might be feeling down. As you prepare for finals, we recognize the importance of creating opportunities for you to recharge. Study breaks are informal gatherings organized to give you an escape from the books. This week, there is one study break left. Check out the full list at http://www2.tulane.edu/studentaffairs/upload/Study-Breaks.pdf! There is also more information below under Tulane Events. JOIN US AT THE GLOBAL CAFEGlobal Cafe: A gathering of internationally-minded Tulanians. SEE YOU IN 2017!
Join us Mondays from 3 to 5 PM for coffee and conversation in the Pederson Lobby in the Lavin-Bernick Center for University Life (behind the ATMs one level below the food court, on garden level). Sponsored by the Office of Study Abroad, the Office of International Students and Scholars and the Lavin-Bernick Center for Student Life. 
HAPPENINGS AT TULANETulane Bookstore De-Stress Fest
Come in, relax and unwind during exam week! Tulane University Bookstore is hosting De-Stress with adult coloring, board games and free stress balls. Plus, get 20% off a spirit item and a free 'Gift With Purchase,' when you spend $25 or more on a Smashbox item. #examweek #onlyattulane #Insidetulane 
The Living Library
The Living Library or Human LibraryTM started in 2000 at the Roskilde Festival in Copenhagen, Denmark, and was organized by a youth organization called “Stop the Violence.” Their goal was to challenge stereotypes, encourage dialogue, and build positive relations among community members. Taking place on the Tulane Uptown Campus, individuals volunteer to be “books” and attendees become “readers” who check out a book, meaning they will sit with the volunteer to hear their story. Food and refreshments will be provided to volunteer books, and staff and event volunteers will be present to facilitate. MLK Day of Service Opportunities January 16th, 2017 Join 700+ students from Loyola University, Tulane University, Xavier University of Louisiana, and University of New Orleans at the annual Martin Luther King Jr Day of Service. There are two ways to participate:
Gender and Archives Diversity Research Fellowships Apply by January 23, 2017 The Newcomb Archives and Vorhoff Library Special Collections of the Newcomb College Institute is pleased to invite applications for our 2017 Gender and Archives Diversity Research Fellowships. These fellowships for research into the history of Newcomb College and Tulane University are open to any current Tulane University undergraduate or graduate student and are intended to support the discovery of untold stories of our community. Applicants will specify their own area of research interest that investigates individuals or campus communities that have been historically underrepresented in the history of the University, with an intersectional focus on gender. Fellowships come with a stipend of either $250 or $500. Learn more here > ONGOING WEEKLY EVENTSUPTOWN OFFICE HOURS Location: 6901 Willow St. Time: Monday-Friday 8:30 am-5:00 pm For general information, check-in, document drop off/pick up, and letter requests, come visit us. If you would like to meet with an advisor, please schedule an appointment.
PRAYER SPACE (DOWNTOWN) Location: Tidewater Rm 1506 Time: Open whenever building is open Tidewater Building, 15th Floor, Room 1506 has been dedicated as a quiet prayer space for students of all religious denominations CHECK THE DIGEST WEEKLY FOR MORE UPDATES ABOUT TIMES AND LOCATIONS. OPT DROP OFF TIMES You may submit your complete OPT application and packet at OISS each week at any of the following drop-off times: Monday- 12:00pm-1:00pm Wednesday - 8:30-9:30am and 3:30 - 4:30pm Friday - 10:00-11:00am Global Cafe: A gathering of internationally-minded Tulanians.
Join us Mondays from 3 to 5 PM for coffee and conversation in the Pederson Lobby in the Lavin-Bernick Center for University Life (behind the ATMs one level below the food court, on garden level). Sponsored by the Office of Study Abroad, the Office of International Students and Scholars and the Lavin-Bernick Center for Student Life. DOWNTOWN HOURS + ITO + LUNCHES NO MORE DOWNTOWN HOURS THIS SEMESTER Location: Tidewater Building Room 2460, Time: Tuesdays, 1:00-4:00 pm Downtown hours are an opportunity for international students, scholars, and staff at Tulane's downtown campus to meet with an OISS advisor, ask questions, and request services. If you are a new int'l student at the downtown campus, you can also complete your required check-in process during these hours. Starting on September 20th WFMO’s international tax office is going to have a representative available every other Tuesday. This is a resource for international students and scholars to get assistance with U.S. taxes and get answers to tax-related questions. HAPPENING IN NEW ORLEANSCelebration in the Oaks! November 25-January 1 This special, month-long light show in City Park hosts hundreds of thousands of colorful lights to showcase the holiday season in New Orleans. Click the rocking horse for more details. 
NOLA ChristmasFest December 16th-30th Experience indoor family holiday fun ice skating, the Kringle Carousel, carnival rides and inflatables, Santa and holiday characters, children’s crafts, decorated trees, dazzling lights and more! 
INFORMATION SECURITY REMINDER!Protect yourself from online threats! --
Don’t fall for phishing emails! -- Before clicking on a link in a message, please forward any suspicious emails or requests to security@tulane.edu or help@tulane.edu for verification. Tulane University will never ask you for your password in an email. Allowing your password to get into the hands of a scammer results in thousands of phishing messages distributed throughout the Tulane email system. If you are ever unsure of a message contact the Technical Support and Network Operations Center at (504)988-8888 or help@tulane.edu or security@tulane.edu. Our staff are standing ready to address any questions or concerns. It is better to ask first than to click on an unsafe link. NEWS AND OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTSNEWS ARTICLES AND INTERESTING READSMENTAL HEALTH & MINDFULNESS RESOURCESOISSMISSION STATEMENT The mission of the Office of International Students & Scholars is to provide leadership in the internalization of Tulane University by supporting the Tulane international community and facilitating cross-cultural interaction. By way of support, OISS offers quality programs and services and ensures compliance with federal immigration regulations. Our strong belief is that a vibrant international community enriches Tulane University and the New Orleans community and is an essential component to understanding our role within the global community. FOLLOW US! 
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 Weekly Digest for December 7th, 2016 IN THIS WEEK'S DIGEST...
LIMITED SERVICES DECEMBER 7 - DECEMBER 9The Office of International Students and Scholars (OISS) is transitioning to a new international student database from today, Wednesday December 7 to Friday, December 9, 2016. The OISS will be having limited services during these dates, please read carefully:
Please check your emails for any further information regarding our transition to our new database. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to let us know. CGE NEWS & EVENTS
Last Downtown Hours of the Fall Semester
Downtown hours are an opportunity for international students, scholars, and staff at Tulane's downtown campus to meet with an OISS advisor, ask questions, and request services. If you are a new int'l student at the downtown campus, you can also complete your required check-in process during these hours. GOOD LUCK ON FINALS! During finals week, many students feel stressed out and overwhelmed. However, there is campus programming happening every day that will help you when you might be feeling down. As you prepare for finals, we recognize the importance of creating opportunities for you to recharge. Study breaks are informal gatherings organized to give you an escape from the books. This year there are several study breaks planned. Check out the full list at http://www2.tulane.edu/studentaffairs/upload/Study-Breaks.pdf! There is also more information below under Tulane Events. JOIN US AT THE GLOBAL CAFEGlobal Cafe: A gathering of internationally-minded Tulanians.
Join us Mondays from 3 to 5 PM for coffee and conversation in the Pederson Lobby in the Lavin-Bernick Center for University Life (behind the ATMs one level below the food court, on garden level). Sponsored by the Office of Study Abroad, the Office of International Students and Scholars and the Lavin-Bernick Center for Student Life. The LAST Coffee Hour of the semester will be on Monday, December 12th. 
HAPPENINGS AT TULANE
The WELL Health Center: Finals Hours Weekdays 8:30am-5pm & Weekends 9am-1pm As you enter your final exams, resources at Campus Health are available to help you stay well. If you have medical concerns, The Health Center Uptown is open the new hours above. Make an appointment online at selfcare.tulane.edu or by phone at 504-865-5255. If you need help with self-care measures or deciding whether to make an appointment, call the 24/7 Nurse Advice Line at 1-855-487-0290. View Campus Health office locations, phone numbers and hours. Learn more about appointments. 
YELLBC this Sunday! Sunday, December 11th from 6:00-7:30pm in the Qatar Ballroom, LBC (Bldg. 29) Join the Undergraduate Student Government (USG) for YELLBC, an exhilarating and liberating communal cathartic scream, to let out stress before finals! YELLBC will feature free food, an ice cream bar, resources to reduce stress, and a countdown to the scream on the LBC balcony. Additional event partners include CAPS, Howard Tilton Memorial Library, the Lavin Bernick Center for University Life, NAMI, and more! International Student Dinner & English Conversation Groups Thursday nights at 6:00pm in the BCM House (7111 Freret St) The BCM House at Tulane is sponsoring a weekly International Student Dinner & English Conversation Groups event! This is a great opportunity to practice your conversational English skills with some American students while eating a delicious home-cooked meal. Contact Sarah Reed at ellistown93@gmail.com or John Nam at johnclaudevannam@gmail.com for more information. 
CAPS - Dissertation Progress Groups 
The Dissertation Progress Groups will help students explore how they might overcome personal barriers while engaging with their project. They will be discussing common dilemmas facing graduate students trying to move forward with their work, and assist in identifying strategies for taking the edge off the strain. *Click on the flyer for more details. Tavola Italiana 
Every Thursday from 2-3pm at PJ's on Willow St, outside patio Are you looking for a comfortable and casual space to practice your Italian? Come to Tavola Italiana on Thursdays! You can meet fellow Italian students to practice the language, relax, drink coffee, and have fun. For more information, please contact Roberto Nicosia at rnicosia@tulane.edu 
Dialogues on Difference 2016 The Community Engagement Advocates are offering a series of free workshops open to the Tulane community about issues of power, privilege and identity. This Fall, the monthly workshop topics will be “Race + Racism”, “Classism + Inequality”, and “Gender + Sexuality”. These 90 minute sessions are designed to create space for members of the Tulane community to learn, share and explore these topics together through dialogue and interactive activities. Space is limited to 25 participants per session and participants are strongly encouraged to RSVP on Orgsync to ensure a spot. For more information, contact Melanie Johnson at mjohns32@tulane.edu or Ben Brubaker at bbrubake@tulane.edu. CACTUS Academy: A Social Justice Leadership Development Program Program dates: January - March 2017 CACTUS Academy is designed for first-year Tulane undergraduate students and first-year transfer students who have an interest in learning more about CACTUS and a desire to develop skills and knowledge that will prepare them to become actively involved in social justice work and community engagement. CACTUS Academy provides introductory training on a broad spectrum of issues in the social justice arena such as gender, sexuality, race, social services, legal rights, and community organizing, among others. Apply here > Gender and Archives Diversity Research Fellowships Apply by January 23, 2017 The Newcomb Archives and Vorhoff Library Special Collections of the Newcomb College Institute is pleased to invite applications for our 2017 Gender and Archives Diversity Research Fellowships. These fellowships for research into the history of Newcomb College and Tulane University are open to any current Tulane University undergraduate or graduate student and are intended to support the discovery of untold stories of our community. Applicants will specify their own area of research interest that investigates individuals or campus communities that have been historically underrepresented in the history of the University, with an intersectional focus on gender. Fellowships come with a stipend of either $250 or $500. Learn more here > 
Become an OTL As the first tier of student leadership within the orientation staff, 10 Orientation Team Leaders (OTLs) are involved in facilitating New Student Orientation in May and June and specific Fall Welcome events in August. The OTLs also select, train, and supervise the Fall Welcome Orientation Coordinators (OCs). This position is compensated with a combination of free housing from mid-May through June and a stipend. The selection process occurs in January. Interested in becoming an Orientation Team Leader next Fall? Attend an information session on Wednesday, November 30 from 5-6 pm in LBC 201 to find out more. Apply by Friday, December 9 at 11:59pm through Orgsync >
The Well - National College Health Assessment Checked your inbox lately? You may be one of the students selected to participate in the National College Health Assessment. Data is used to help shape services and outreach- your voice matters! 180 of the student who participate will receive a gift card to the Tulane bookstore. Survey closes Dec 8th. 
ONGOING WEEKLY EVENTSUPTOWN OFFICE HOURS Location: 6901 Willow St. Time: Monday-Friday 8:30 am-5:00 pm For general information, check-in, document drop off/pick up, and letter requests, come visit us. If you would like to meet with an advisor, please schedule an appointment.
PRAYER SPACE (DOWNTOWN) Location: Tidewater Rm 1506 Time: Open whenever building is open Tidewater Building, 15th Floor, Room 1506 has been dedicated as a quiet prayer space for students of all religious denominations CHECK THE DIGEST WEEKLY FOR MORE UPDATES ABOUT TIMES AND LOCATIONS. NO OPT DROP OFF TIMES FROM DECEMBER 7-9 OPT DROP OFF TIMES You may submit your complete OPT application and packet at OISS each week at any of the following drop-off times: Monday- 12:00pm-1:00pm Wednesday - 8:30-9:30am and 3:30 - 4:30pm Friday - 10:00-11:00am Global Cafe: A gathering of internationally-minded Tulanians.
Join us Mondays from 3 to 5 PM for coffee and conversation in the Pederson Lobby in the Lavin-Bernick Center for University Life (behind the ATMs one level below the food court, on garden level). Sponsored by the Office of Study Abroad, the Office of International Students and Scholars and the Lavin-Bernick Center for Student Life. DOWNTOWN HOURS + ITO + LUNCHES LAST DOWNTOWN HOURS ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13TH Location: Tidewater Building Room 2460, Time: Tuesdays, 1:00-4:00 pm Downtown hours are an opportunity for international students, scholars, and staff at Tulane's downtown campus to meet with an OISS advisor, ask questions, and request services. If you are a new int'l student at the downtown campus, you can also complete your required check-in process during these hours. Starting on September 20th WFMO’s international tax office is going to have a representative available every other Tuesday. This is a resource for international students and scholars to get assistance with U.S. taxes and get answers to tax-related questions. HAPPENING IN NEW ORLEANSCelebration in the Oaks! November 25-January 1 This special, month-long light show in City Park hosts hundreds of thousands of colorful lights to showcase the holiday season in New Orleans. Click the rocking horse for more details. 
Lights at the Lake December 10 from 4:30pm-8:30pm The annual Lights at the Lake Holiday Celebration is among us! Join us for raffles, boat parades, food, drinks and more. ALL FREE! 
NOLA ChristmasFest December 16th-30th Experience indoor family holiday fun ice skating, the Kringle Carousel, carnival rides and inflatables, Santa and holiday characters, children’s crafts, decorated trees, dazzling lights and more! 
INFORMATION SECURITY REMINDER!Protect yourself from online threats! --
Don’t fall for phishing emails! -- Before clicking on a link in a message, please forward any suspicious emails or requests to security@tulane.edu or help@tulane.edu for verification. Tulane University will never ask you for your password in an email. Allowing your password to get into the hands of a scammer results in thousands of phishing messages distributed throughout the Tulane email system. If you are ever unsure of a message contact the Technical Support and Network Operations Center at (504)988-8888 or help@tulane.edu or security@tulane.edu. Our staff are standing ready to address any questions or concerns. It is better to ask first than to click on an unsafe link. NEWS AND OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTSNEWS ARTICLES AND INTERESTING READSMENTAL HEALTH & MINDFULNESS RESOURCESOISSMISSION STATEMENT The mission of the Office of International Students & Scholars is to provide leadership in the internalization of Tulane University by supporting the Tulane international community and facilitating cross-cultural interaction. By way of support, OISS offers quality programs and services and ensures compliance with federal immigration regulations. Our strong belief is that a vibrant international community enriches Tulane University and the New Orleans community and is an essential component to understanding our role within the global community. FOLLOW US! 
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