While ISSS has been working remotely as part of the university's response to COVID-19, we have missed being on campus! We are excited to announce that we will be returning to campus on August 9, 2021. Fall 2021 Advising Services Starting August 9, 2021 We will still offer remote advising...
ISSS request forms are moving to a new portal system called MyISSS. Students may be familiar with the MyISSS portal already because the ISSS orientation check-in form and CPT request from have been available in MyISSS for several months now, but moving forward an increasing number of ISSS forms will...
Health and Wellness Services in conjunction with ISSS recognize that the COVID-19 pandemic has created a unique need for adjustments to the student health insurance requirement. Traditionally, all students are required to have health insurance while attending CU Boulder regardless of immigration status. It is still true for students who...
Every fall and spring semester, ISSS administers emergency grants for students in F-1 and J-1 status with unforeseen financial difficulty or emergencies unrelated to impacts of COVID. Grants vary according to available funds and demonstrated emergency need. Unfortunately, due to limited resources, not all applicants will receive a grant. If...
The University of Colorado Boulder, including International Student and Scholar Services, will be closed on Monday, September 6, 2021 in observance of the Labor Day holiday. Normal advising hours will resume on Tuesday, September 7, 2021. Additional University Holidays
Parking rules, including payment, are in effect except on official CU Boulder holidays . “CU Boulder Holidays” is defined as days when the university’s business offices are closed . This does not include Saturdays and Sundays. University holidays may be different from local, state, or federal holidays. Academic recess is...
It was reported to ISSS that a phishing email from CollegeLoans is circulating campus. This unsolicited email includes links to alleged student loans. An image of the email appears below (the links to the student loans have been removed). Please be aware that scams are becoming more frequent and more...
International students in F-1 and J-1 status are required to maintain full-time enrollment each fall and spring semester in order to maintain nonimmigrant visa status. A full course of study is defined as: Undergraduate students: At least 12 credit hours Graduate students : At least 5 graduate credit hours or...
Will you complete all of your degree requirements by the end of this semester? If so, you are only required to enroll in the number of credits you need to complete your degree and are eligible for a final semester reduced course load. Students in F-1 and J-1 status in...
Has your U.S. address recently changed? In order to maintain F-1 or J-1 visa status, the federal regulations require F-1 or J-1 student/scholars to report any address changes within 10 days of moving. The address you report should be the address where you are actually living even if the address...
Guidance from the federal government requires ISSS to provide updated remarks in the SEVIS record of students who will be continuing their full-time studies outside the United States for 2021 fall semester. A new I-20 will be emailed to students who are maintaining status outside the United States. In order...
International students in F-1 status who are seeking off-campus training opportunities often wonder if, how, and when they should ask an employer about visa sponsorship. On internship or job applications, international students may be uncertain about how to answer the questions “Are you legally authorized to work in the United...
The U.S. Department of State recently released guidance clarifying that the exception/waiver process applies to non-student Exchange Visitors applying for J-1 visas or intending to enter or renter the U.S. in one of the following categories: research scholar, visiting professor, short-term scholar, or specialist.
Fall Welcome is a great opportunity to explore CU and engage with your fellow Buffs. Fall Welcome runs August 15-29, 2021. Learn More About Fall Welcome Join us for events during Fall Welcome specifically for sophomores. Learn More About the Second Year Experience
Move-in and Fall Welcome are back in near full-swing and we need your help again! Fall Welcome is the official welcome to campus for new students as well as a welcome back to campus for all of our continuing students. We are seeking enthusiastic volunteers to make this a smooth...
We have been storing all the fine reusable school supplies that are donated to us during office clean outs and are ready to share! Come by our table in the UMC (by Starbucks) between 11am-3pm to see if you can choose-to-reuse and if you have to buy new, remember to buy recycled content notebooks and folders.
Learn what it means to be a CU Boulder student at the inaugural welcome to our community from CU Boulder faculty, staff and student leaders. You’ll also hear more about some of our favorite CU traditions!
Keep the excitement rolling by celebrating being a CU Buff while getting some free CU gear, connecting with some local vendors and trying some food truck cuisine.
CU in the Community offers opportunities for students to connect with the community through volunteerism each semester in collaboration with local nonprofit organizations meeting real community needs in the Boulder area. Participants commit to a one-time volunteer project of their choice and gain understanding of social and environmental issues, engage in direct service, reflect on their impact and learn about continued engagement in communities.
Learn about the features that make CU Boulder one of the most sustainable campuses in the nation. From pollinator gardens to bike stations, solar panels to the oldest collegiate recycling program, you will feel that Buff Pride for our sustainability history and student leadership.
Happy first day of classes! Join us for help planning your goals and learn how you can use mindfulness to help you stay present throughout the semester.
Join Health Promotion and Physical Therapy & Integrative Care (PTIC) for chair massages, acupuncture and relaxation exercises to start the year off right. You can sign up for a massage time at the event and learn about stress reduction while you wait.
The Be Involved Fair is a Fall Welcome signature event designed to connect new and returning students with involvement opportunities on campus and in the community. This program celebrates involvement and kicks off the new year to a fresh start of exploring interests and making connections!
CUnity Fest is an opportunity for new and returning students to gather socially to make friends and celebrate community. Students will be introduced to student organizations, campus units, and underrepresented and first gen staff and faculty to learn about resources and ways to get involved. The event will feature music, lawn games and other activities and food.
This barre-inspired class provides total-body conditioning by combing the movements found in athletics, Pilates and ballet. This low impact class will target your hips, thighs, glutes and abs.
Get to know a little about International Student and Scholar Assistant Advisor, Erica Coffelt, who has been working at ISSS for two years! How many years have you worked in the field of international education? I've been in the field of international education for about fifteen years. My career started...
The originally scheduled 2020 Olympic games, hosted by the city of Tokyo, Japan, were delayed by one year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The rescheduled games began on July 23, 2021 and will wrap up with closing ceremonies on August 8, 2021. Test your Summer Olympic knowledge with this quiz...
