If the winter and mid-term exams are beginning to get to you, it is time for you to seek help. Kelly Boyle from the Student Development and Counseling Center will conduct a workshop on managing stress on Thursday, February 4th from 4:30 to 5:30. Come and let her show you how to meet your deadlines while maintaining your sanity.
Last month, many of us received our W-2 forms in the mail, and now we have to deal with them. The International House is kicking off the tax season with some help: If you are an international student who earned income in the USA during 1998, you will have to file a tax return form before April 15, 1999. The most common forms-1040NR, 1040NREZ and Form 8843- are available here at International House. A tax workshop is being planned for February 12th. More details are available at the International House or from Janice Martin at extension 6030.
If you did not earn any income in 1998, you may be hoping that things will be different in 1999. With this in mind, Mary Beth Harrity, Associate Director at the Career Development Center (CDC) will discuss strategies for international students seeking employment in the USA. The procedures for applying for optional practical Training will be covered. Current WPI students who have secured employment will be on hand to share some of the strategies they used in the processing of finding jobs.
Congratulations to the ISC, especially to Chairperson Pallavi Singh and Secretary Sharad Bhojnagarwal for facilitating the Coffee Hour last week at the International House. "A Slice of Life From Around the World" was a very informal meeting of students who discussed elements of their cultural heritage. Co-Chair Ali Durlov Khan iterated that another is being planned for the near future. Keep reading.
How much to you know about the most populous country in Africa and one of the stauncest US trading partners? In connection to Black History Month, visiting Professor Abdul Yesufu will discuss the history of Nigeria as well as the issues and challenges that modern Nigeria faces on Friday, February 19th at 6:30 here at International House.
Do you really want to impress somebody? How about becoming a peer mentor? The International Student Council (ISC) is looking for upper class international students to serve as mentors for new, incoming international undergradaute students. These mentors will be selected by the beginning of D term and will have one training session during this term as well. New mentees will be assigned over the summer and mentors are expected to be on campus for the arrival of new students. Interested students should contact Tom Thomsen at the International House for application forms.
The ISC is planning its annual Ski Trip to Wachusett Mountain on Saturday, 13 February from 7:30 am to 5PM. Several options are available. Contact the ISC and sign up at International House before Monday, 8th February. A $10 non-refundable deposit is required. Sharpen your skis and come on out for fun!