International Student Services A Directors Perspective Presented by

International Student Services A Directors Perspective Presented by Debra Anderson, Director ISS

Introduction to the UFIC University of Florida International Center ISS International Student Services EVS Exchange Visitor Services SAS Study Abroad Services OGRE Office of Global Research & Engagement UAPIS Undergrad Academic Programs and International Studies

You’ve admitted an international student now what? Impact of International Students nationally Impact of International Students on State of Florida and UF International Student Services(ISS) responsibilities What are some of your issues and how can we help you

Benefits Nationally Immeasurable academic and cultural values Economically (2014-2015) – 974,926 IS studying in the US – Contributed 30.5 billion – Supported more than 373,000 jobs – For every 7 IS enrolled 3 US jobs created and supported by spending of the students

Benefits for Florida and UF Immeasurable academic and cultural values 39,377 international students enrolled 15,086 jobs supported 1.2 billion financial contribution 124.6 million revenue generated supporting 2,047 jobs 6300 (enrolled and OPT) reporting responsibility for ISS/UF

Responsibility of ISS at UF Document Preparation to obtain visa Immigration Compliance report student information from processing of I-20 until they complete OPT/STEM OPT benefits Report to SEVIS (not all inclusive) Initial attendance,Continued attendance,Transfers,Change of Status to F1,Graduation/completion date,Disciplinary action by the school resulting from a criminal conviction, Change of Address, change of name Assist with problems – personal, academic, financial. Direct to resources, educate students about their rights Recertification of the F1 program every 2 years Updates: Extension of I-20/minor and F2 study

Student Issues? How can we help you? Post Arrival Adjustment Academic Adjustment Financial Adjustment Social adjustment Language, dating, roommate, dependent spouse and desire to interact with Americans Departmental Concerns

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