Weekly Digest for February 15, 2017 IN THIS WEEK'S DIGEST...
CGE NEWS & EVENTS
OPT and Career Workshop
The OISS is kicking off OPT Season with an informational workshop and new drop off times. Representatives from Career Services will discuss career-related topics. OPT is a benefit available to all F-1 students. In order to be eligible for OPT you must have held valid non-immigrant status for at least one academic year. OPT allows you to work in your field of study for up to 12 months (29 months for certain STEM fields). If you are graduating in May, we highly suggest that you attend this session. 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. 
HAPPENINGS AT TULANETulane's Sexual Misconduct Climate Survey The survey asks questions about sexual harassment and sexual violence, bystander behavior, and resources on campus. With the information you share, Tulane can create and improve its efforts to end sexual violence in our community and support those who experience it. Whether or not you have experienced these issues, your voice is needed! Click for the survey > 
Tulane After Dark Presents: Moonlight
The tender, heartbreaking story of a young man's struggle to find himself, told across three defining chapters in his life as he experiences the ecstasy, pain, and beauty of falling in love, while grappling with his own sexuality. Free food and drink will be available! 
TUCP Presents: Awards SZN - A Week of Oscar-Nominated Films February 13th - 21st Chi Alpha: International Potluck
Come and experience food and friendships from all across the globe. You are not required to bring a dish if you come, but you are more than welcome to bring something! If you would like to bring an dish to the potluck, please fill out this form > International Mom's Club: Parenting Center Play Date 
Meet with other International Mom's Club families for a fun play time at the Parenting Center, a unique play area for children and resource center for parents. We'll have special access to this members only facility for the morning, and a tour so that you can learn about all that the Parenting Center has to offer. (Due to the policies of the Parenting Center this event is only open to children age 3 and under) Please RSVP to jdegier@tulane.edu by this Friday at 10am. International Mom's Club is a program of Chi Alpha Christian Fellowship @ Tulane SAVE THE DATE... Future International Mom's Club Events Parenting Resource Meeting: Sunday, March 19, 3:30- 5:30 pm, Location TBA, Uptown Campus Are you a parent looking for information about health insurance, immunizations, day cares, schools, parks and recreation options for your child? Then please save the date for this special event! Childcare will be provided. Liuzza Land Strawberry Farm Trip: Saturday, April 8 
Bahn Mi Sale
The Tulane Vietnamese Student Association will be selling Banh Mi to the student body. Banh Mi is a Vietnamese po-boy that is prevalent in their culture. They want to spread their culture at Tulane University, and food is an great way to connect people! Tulane International Society:
TIS will be taking a MAXIMUM OF 40 STUDENTS to the Hong Kong Market on the West Bank on Saturday February 18th. Since it is closed number we ask that students register as soon as possible so we know who is coming. Students can sign up using this Google form > 
Talk TU Us
We’re interested- how’s it going? Talk TU Us is a lunch series that gives Tulane students a space to connect with Tulane faculty, staff and fellow students to discuss their Tulane experience. There will be three opportunities to connect with Tulane faculty, staff and fellow students: February 17, March 17 and April 21. Lunch will be served for those that RSVP 24 hours in advance. Newcomb-Tulane
College wants to hear from you…Talk TU Us. 
Paddle Board Yoga
Spend a truly relaxing and fun hour with us in the pool, taking your yoga practice to the water with Stand-Up Paddle Board Yoga classes. Never tried paddling or practiced paddle yoga? We are here to ease you into this exciting and relaxing experience. All equipment is provided in the class and our fun instructors will teach you everything you need to know so don’t worry if you are a beginner. Class spots are on a first come, first serve basis, so make sure to come a few minutes early to get a board! 
TUCP Presents: Free Stuff for Mardi Gras!!!
BIGGEST GIVEAWAY OF THE YEAR!!! Need a FANNY PACK for Mardi Gras? Check! Need some KING CAKE to get you excited about Mardi? Check! Need some COCOA to wash down that KING CAKE? Check! We mayyyyy have even more than that! Stay tuned! Mardi Gras Mile
Put on your best Mardi Gras costume and join TU Rec for a 1-mile fun run through campus. Registration will take place on the LBC Quad the week leading up to the race. Refreshments are provided following the race and top runners will be presented awards. 
Become a Fall Welcome Orientation Cooridnators
As a Fall Welcome OC you’ll work closely with incoming students to help familiarize them with Tulane during the first three weeks of classes. This year you can also apply to serve in a dual role as both an OC and a TIDES Peer Mentor. Learn more at here at TUOrientation Staff and apply on the New Student and Leadership Programs OrgSync page. Applications are due March 12! 
OGPS Spring 2017 Career Workshops The Office of Graduate and Postdoctoral Students will be hosting various career workshops throughout the spring 2017 Semester. Below are some of the upcoming sessions: Introduction to Academic Careers for Potential Professors - 2/22 from 12:00 to 1:00 P.M. at Tidewater Building (Downtown) Room # 1202 
NCI: Meet and Eat When: February 20th - 12:30 - 1:30 P.M. We are excited to have Meet and Eats again this semester! Have lunch and meet like-minded students and staff at the NCI House! Food available until it runs out. No RSVP required. 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. 
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. 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 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. HAPPENING IN NEW ORLEANSLEARN YOUR MARDI GRAS VOCAB 1. KREWE – Groups that organize Mardi Gras parades 2. THROWS – Items tossed from the parade floats. These could be beads, doubloons, cups, and homemade trinkets and toys. 3. LUNDI GRAS – French for “Fat Monday,” it’s the day before Mardi Gras, when the revels intensify after the weekend parades. 4. NEUTRAL GROUND – Grassy medians where crowds stand to watch the parades and beg shamelessly for carnival throws. 5. KING CAKE – A cake with a plastic baby figurine baked inside to represent Baby Jesus. The person who finds the baby is believed to have various privileges and obligations. 6. BALL – A masked ball, where a krewe’s court is presented to the club members. Attendance is by invitation only and limited to krewe members and their guests. Want tips on how to catch some awesome Krewe Throws? Check out this article! The tips work for Muses Shoes and Krewe Throws! 2017 Mardi Gras Parade Schedule 
Carnival season officially begins January 6 every year and continues through Fat Tuesday, which falls on the day before Ash Wednesday. This year’s parades will take place between January 6th and February 28th, 2017. Some of our favorites are: February 18, 2017 February 19, 2017 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 ANNOUNCEMENTSMENTAL 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.
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From: Tulane OISS <oiss@tulane.edu>
Subject: Tulane OISS Digest 2/8