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CGE NEWS & EVENTS
'Welcome to New Orleans' Global Cafe
Join us Tuesdays from 2:00- 4:00 PM for coffee, snacks, and conversation in the Mezzanine in the Lavin-Bernick Center for University Life for a celebration of all things New Orleans. Sponsored by the Office of Study Abroad, the Office of International Students and Scholars and the Lavin-Bernick Center for Student Life.
Photo Contest for International Education Week (IEW) Participate in this year's IEW photo contest! This year the theme is Together Tulane. Click here or on the flyer to see the instructions on how to enter. The deadline to submit your photo is on Friday, September 29.
HAPPENINGS AT TULANE
Multicultural Leadership Retreat
The MLR weekend is designed to fortify participants in their leadership at Tulane, New Orleans and beyond, with interactive activities designed to create an environment for individuals to explore cultural identity, share experiences and discuss the meaning of leadership within the context of a diverse society. Participants should come prepared to participate in activities by sharing views, attitudes, beliefs and experiences openly and honestly. 
Sylvia R. Frey Lecture: Between Empires - West African Muslims in the Gulf South
Richard Brent Turner's talk will explore the history and socio-political experiences of the urban and literate West African Muslims who were brought to New Orleans during the era that spanned trans-Atlantic slavery and and their impact on black internationalism and the rich musical cultures of the Gulf South region. Graduate and Professional Student Reception by The 'O'
In order to attend please RSVP to vking1@tulane.edu. Deadline to RSVP is September 15th. 
Unfamiliar Again: Contemporary Women Abstractionists
Hailing from across the United States, the artists in this exhibition explore new ways of abstraction based on experimental, process-oriented methods. Intended to defamiliarize common imagery, their practices preclude figurative recognition or easy comprehension. Newcomb College Institute (NCI) Meet & Eat 
Come over to the NCI House (7025 Freret St.) on September 11th anytime between 12:30-1:30 PM to have lunch and meet fellow students and NCI staff. Here are the other dates: 9/18, 10/2, 10/16, 10/30, 11/13, 11/27, and 12/4. You are also welcome to study at the NCI House. Food will be supplied until it runs out. Newcomb College Institute Experiential Learning and Internship Opportunities 
Come to an NCI Information Session on September 5th at noon or September 14th at 4 PM to learn more about the NCI summer internship grant, research grants, PLEN and Feminist Camp grants, and the NCI Women to Women Mentoring Program (applications are open until September 26). The sessions are at the NCI House (7025 Freret). More sessions will happen throughout the school year and you can e-mail questions to Betsy at elopez@tulane.edu. ONGOING WEEKLY EVENTSUPTOWN OFFICE HOURS
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 Tuesdays from 2:00- 4:00 PM for coffee and conversation in the Mezzanine in the Lavin-Bernick Center for University Life. Sponsored by the Office of Study Abroad, the Office of International Students and Scholars and the Lavin-Bernick Center for Student Life. DOWNTOWN HOURS
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 ORLEANS2017 Fried Chicken Festival 
The 2017 festival will feature 35 national vendors, along with celebrity chefs and the Moet Chicken and Champagne VIP Lounge. You can learn more about the event by clicking here. Restaurant Week New Orleans 
During the week of September 11-17, the Louisiana Restaurant Association’s Greater New Orleans Chapter is sponsoring the annual “We Live to Eat Restaurant Week.” During the weeklong celebration of New Orleans cuisine, participating restaurants throughout New Orleans will offer special prix fixe (fixed price) menus, giving diners the opportunity to try items for a major discount 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. OISSMISSION 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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Wednesday, September 13, 2017
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INSURANCE WAIVER DEADLINE SEPTEMBER 8Tulane University requires all degree-seeking students and all Tulane-sponsored students in J-1 status to either enroll in or waive out of the Tulane student health insurance plan provided by United Healthcare (T-SHIP).
CGE NEWS & EVENTSPhoto Contest for International Education Week (IEW) Participate in this year's IEW photo contest! This year the theme is Together Tulane. Click here or on the flyer to see the instructions on how to enter. The deadline to submit your photo is on Friday, September 29.
Grupo Opni @ Global Cafe
Grupo Opni is graffiti artist collective from São Mateus, Brazil with a mission of using art as a medium to celebrate Afro Brazilian culture and a vehicle to provide a voice for disenfranchised groups from the periphery. Formed in 1997, Grupo Opni has since won many national awards for graffiti art in Brazil such as “Best Graffiti Group” in (2012: State of São Paulo) and “Best community project” in the “Cultural Territories Category” (2015: Governor’s Award). The group is also known for developing works for various artists in the Brazilian music scene. Employment Workshops 
Staff from the OISS and Workforce Management will host an informational overview of F-1 and J-1 employment. Come and learn about finding an on-campus job, immigration regulations, internship opportunities both as a student and post-grad, and even how to apply for a social security card and other necessary documentation to start your employment successfully. HAPPENINGS AT TULANE
Multicultural Leadership Retreat
The MLR weekend is designed to fortify participants in their leadership at Tulane, New Orleans and beyond, with interactive activities designed to create an environment for individuals to explore cultural identity, share experiences and discuss the meaning of leadership within the context of a diverse society. Participants should come prepared to participate in activities by sharing views, attitudes, beliefs and experiences openly and honestly. Graduate and Professional Student Reception by The 'O'
In order to attend please RSVP to vking1@tulane.edu. Deadline to RSVP is September 15th. 
Unfamiliar Again: Contemporary Women Abstractionists
Hailing from across the United States, the artists in this exhibition explore new ways of abstraction based on experimental, process-oriented methods. Intended to defamiliarize common imagery, their practices preclude figurative recognition or easy comprehension. 
Whitney Plantation with The Office of Multicultural Affairs (The 'O')
Within the boundaries of the "Habitation Haydel", as the Whitney Plantation was originally known, the story of the Haydel family of German immigrants and the slaves that they held were intertwined. In 2014, the Whitney Plantation opened its doors to the public for the first time in its 262 year history as the only plantation with a focus on slavery. Newcomb College Institute (NCI) Meet & Eat 
Come over to the NCI House (7025 Freret St.) on September 11th anytime between 12:30-1:30 PM to have lunch and meet fellow students and NCI staff. Here are the other dates: 9/18, 10/2, 10/16, 10/30, 11/13, 11/27, and 12/4. You are also welcome to study at the NCI House. Food will be supplied until it runs out. Newcomb College Institute Experiential Learning and Internship Opportunities 
Come to an NCI Information Session on September 5th at noon or September 14th at 4 PM to learn more about the NCI summer internship grant, research grants, PLEN and Feminist Camp grants, and the NCI Women to Women Mentoring Program. Information on PLEN can be found here. The sessions are at the NCI House (7025 Freret). More sessions will happen throughout the school year and you can e-mail questions to Betsy at elopez@tulane.edu. ONGOING WEEKLY EVENTSUPTOWN OFFICE HOURS
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
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 ORLEANSGleason Gras 
Starting at 4:30 PM on Friday, September 8, the Square will be filled with live music, auctions, food trucks, and MORE! The Gleason Family Trust was created to help offset the incremental costs of living with ALS. Contributions support Steve in his ongoing efforts to advance technology, equipment, and treatments for all those living with ALS. Restaurant Week New Orleans 
During the week of September 11-17, the Louisiana Restaurant Association’s Greater New Orleans Chapter is sponsoring the annual “We Live to Eat Restaurant Week.” During the weeklong celebration of New Orleans cuisine, participating restaurants throughout New Orleans will offer special prix fixe (fixed price) menus, giving diners the opportunity to try items for a major discount 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. OISSMISSION 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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