Planning to travel internationally this summer?
Make sure you have all of the documents you need and that you understand the potential risks. Be sure to contact your ISSS advisor if you have any questions or hesitations about your travel plans.
Remember, if you are currently in the U.S. and would require a new visa to re-enter the country, we strongly urge you to reconsider traveling internationally at this time given worldwide visa delays. Stay safe!
View the ISSS travel resource page »
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Community Conversations & Ways to Engage
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Honoring Juneteenth
Juneteenth (short for “June Nineteenth”) is a holiday commemorating June 19th, 1865, the day on which slavery was effectively ended in the United States. Learn more about the history of this important day on the website of the Office of the Vice Provost for Faculty at the link below!
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Penn LGBT Center Presidents: Pride on Ice
Wednesday, June 23 | 4:00–6:00PM EDT | Penn Ice Rink (3130 Walnut St.)
Be part of Penn on Ice, an interactive experience, and join us for free skating (or skate watching), great music featuring DJ Pauleezy, and loads of LGBTQ+ pride! Graduate and undergraduate students, staff, faculty, alum, and their families are welcome!
*PennOpen Passes will be checked, and masks must be worn!
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Incoming graduate and professional international students are invited to join the Grad Center and Campus Health to learn about insurance and immunization requirements, healthcare services, and wellness initiatives at Penn. Webinars will be offered on July 6, July 9, and July 14.
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Professional Development and Financial Wellness
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Opportunities with Penn College Houses & Academic Services (CHAS)
- CHAS is looking for a German-speaking graduate/professional student and a French-speaking graduate/professional student to serve as Graduate Resident Advisors (GRA) with CHAS. These positions come with a $1000 stipend, room and board, an apartment in Gregory College House, and a meal plan. These positions are titled "German House Director" for "Deutsches Haus" and "French House Director" for "La Mason Francais." Both offer academic credit per semester.
Contact: Gwendolyn Stevens, Director, Gregory College House »
- CHAS is seeking Resident Advisors/Graduate Resident Advisors for the 2021-2022 Academic Year. The RA/GRA works to create a positive environment by fostering a sense of community within the College House system and providing help and assistance to students. The RA/GRA has the opportunity to work closely with residential students and positively influence student development.
Apply to be an RA/GRA in the College Houses »
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Penn Career Services: Post-Graduate Outcomes
Did you know? You can check out the "Outcomes" tab on the Penn Career Services website to find out about the career trajectories of Penn's Class of 2020, including where alumni are working, in what industries they're working, how they found their jobs, and how much they're earning, on average. And if you are a Class of 2021 graduate, log into Handshake to let Penn Career Services know about your plans!
Penn Career Services: Post-Graduate Outcomes »
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Watch the Recording: Setting Summer Writing Goals
Kick start your summer writing practice with helpful tips and resources from the Weingarten Learning Resources Center and the Grad Center. Learn how to set time for writing and create a balanced schedule that promotes productivity and rest using WLRC resources! This webinar was recorded on May 14, 2021.
Watch the Recording: Setting Summer Writing Goals »
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Health, Safety and Emotional Wellness
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Q: Should I delay getting the vaccine offered in my home country and wait until I arrive at Penn?
A: At this time, Penn strongly encourages students, including international students, to get whatever vaccine is available to them. If a vaccine series is started that is not available in the US, Penn encourages you to finish that vaccine series before traveling to the US. COVID-19 continues to spread globally resulting in serious illness, hospitalizations and deaths. Vaccination is the best way to prevent spread of virus and new variants. It is expected that guidelines for those receiving international vaccines will continue to evolve. Please submit proof of vaccination to the Student Health portal:
It is expected that guidelines for those receiving international vaccines will continue to evolve. Please submit proof of vaccination to the Student Health portal.
View the Full FAQ on the Penn Coronavirus Website »
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Penn Vaccination Information and Resources
Visit Penn's coronavirus website for resources and information on getting vaccinated, uploading your vaccine documentation, and what to expect when you go for your second dose. Photo credit: coronavirus.upenn.edu.
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Join the OPT@Penn Network!
Curious to learn more about the OPT process and the student experience? Interested in connecting with other Penn international students seeking OPT employment in the U.S.? We're excited to offer OPT@Penn, an online space where you can ask questions, share resources, and make new connections. OPT@Penn is not a substitute for ISSS advising and is meant as a way for students to share information and resources with other students.
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ISSS on WhatsApp
Connect with ISSS on WhatsApp and get timely news, updates and announcements at your fingertips. Visit our website to learn how the WhatsApp channel is used and to find out how to register.
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