Office of International Student Services Newsletter

Week of October 30, 2007

 Volume V, Number 9

In This Issue

· Start applying for OPT if you are graduating in Dec. 2008?
· Workshop: Employment Issues & H-1 Visa

Important Information

· Electronic Diversity Visa Lottery
· Interested in carrying your flag for December graduation?

· Register with your home embassy
· Daylight Saving Time - Nov. 4
 

Upcoming Activities

· Oct. 30 - CultureLink Tea
· Oct 30 - Midterm Check-up!
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Oct. 31 - Halloween
· Oct. 31 - Trick-or-Treat for Canned Goods
· Nov 2 - Winter Fashion and Talent Show
· Nov 3 - Albertville Shopping Trip
· Nov. 5 - African Popular Cinema
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Nov. 8 - Globally Minded Student Association Meeting

Interesting Articles

· Crime Prevention Techniques
· French Film Festival
· Video Contest for Indian and Chinese Students

Contact Us
oiss@stthomas.edu

Phone: 651 962-6650
Fax: 651 962-6655
Office: 161 MHC
http://www.stthomas.edu/oiss

How to send us news

Crime Prevention Tips for International Students  

Periodically, there are crimes on or near the St. Thomas campus.  Below are some crime prevention tips from the Campus Public Safety Office:

·       Do not wear earphones when walking or running alone outside, especially if it is dark.  This potentially cuts off audible signals of threats to your safety.
·       Call Public Safety to escort you to your destination.
·       Walk in groups – there is safety in numbers.
·       Don’t take unnecessary risks. Stay in populated, well-lit areas.
·       Report crimes immediately to Public Safety and the police.
·       Remember suspect information, including approximate age, height, weight and details on hair, clothing, jewelry, scars, tattoos – anything noticeable.
·       Use a buddy system with your trusted friends to watch out for one another.

Public Safety urges you to be proactive and alert. You can help prevent crime!

Report crime confidentially or anonymously by e-mailing PSTIPS@stthomas.edu or by calling 651-962-8477.