The ISO has resumed limited in-person office hours for the Fall 2021 semester beginning this past Monday, August 9. In-Person services will be primarily to support emergency issues only. 

*ISO Advisors will continue to conduct appointments remotely via Zoom, and can be reached by email and by phone.  

**Visa documents will continue to be requested and processed online via iMIT, and the documents will be sent to students electronically (if possible) or via express mail. 

***Most orientation and programming will be offered online, with limited in-person events as allowed.

In-Person/Walk-In Office Hours (emergency situations):

Beginning Monday, August 16:
Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays: 10:00am - 3:00pm
Wednesdays: 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Please continue to consult the ISO website (https://iso.mit.edu) for extensive resources and guidance, and instructions on online/remote support services. As always, if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the ISO by email (iso-help@mit.edu) or by phone (617-253-3795) or contact your ISO Advisor directly. 

We look forward to joining you back on campus this Fall!

We are asking ALL MIT International Students (New AND Continuing) to complete the Online Check-In Procedure. *Note: You can complete eforms 1 and 2 before your arrival to the US.
 

The Online Check-In process should be completed in iMIT as follows: 

• Login to iMIT (http://imit.mit.edu): Select “Upon Arrival” menu, then Select “Fall 2021 Online Check-In” 
• ALL Students: Complete section “1. Student Status” and section “2. Student Category” (New/Transfer or Continuing Student) now, even before arrival to the U.S.
• New/Transfer Students (arriving to the U.S. to begin in-person study in Fall 2021):  Complete section “3. Online Check-In Forms” only AFTER your arrival in the U.S.
• Continuing Students (pursued in-person coursework in the U.S. at MIT in Fall 2020 or earlier): Complete section “3. Online Check-In Forms” either AFTER your arrival in the U.S.
    

If any questions arise, please feel free to contact the ISO (iso-help@mit.edu). Thank you for your assistance and we look forward to the Fall semester with you.
 

NOTE:  If your plans for Fall 2021 change after submitting the Online Check-In, PLEASE return to iMIT and CANCEL the previous submission and resubmit the new eform to confirm your plans.

Graduate Community Fellows (GCFs) are a cadre of graduate students who work under the auspices of the Office of Graduate Education on projects and assignments that enhance the life of graduate students in unique ways. 

The ISO Programming & Events Fellow will work closely with and report directly to the ISO Programming Administrator, as well as collaborate with the ISO Publicity & Communications Fellow. This position supports the objective of coordinating programs for international students to help them acclimate to the U.S. and engage more with MIT, in particular for international grad students (who comprise about 42% of the grad population). ISO GCF position description found here.

If you are interested in applying, please send the GCF application, your resume, and letter of interest (or cover letter) directly to Dana Riechman at the ISO as soon as possible: riechman@mit.edu 

Westgate is offering Zumba classes for the MIT community. The classes are online and free of charge. We would like to thank the MIT GSC Funding Board for sponsoring this event.

Mondays at 7:30 PM, starting on July 19 and ending on October 4, 2021.

Please sign-up to receive the Zoom link.

• Describe your teaching responsibilities in the next two semesters. (If applicable)
• In addition to learning about teaching practices in general, what are two specific goals that motivate you to apply for this program?

Email us at sp-outreach-chair@mit.edu if you're interested

Brunch will be served in separately packed boxes. First 100 people to RSVP will get the brunch box.
 

RSVP here: https://forms.gle/tuADd8xjE5o6YDh56

Bring your appetite and enjoy !

Instead of an “all-or-nothing” approach to self-care, you can choose SOMEthing from the list and do SOME of it today. It doesn’t have to be perfect, it just has to work for you. SOME activities signal to your body and mind that you are listening to, appreciating, and taking care of yourself. 
 

S is for Sleep: Sleep experts recommend creating a bedtime routine that allows the body and brain to slow down and prepare for sleep. Bedtime Unwind is a 13-minute routine which includes three simple stretches to relax before bed - or anytime you could use a mind-body break. 
Check out Bedtime Unwind here.
 

O is for Outdoors: An outdoor walk can boost creativity and focus. A study has found that both walking and being outside could lead to more creative thinking. While the association is not well understood, it is an easy-to-implement strategy.
 

M is for Mindfulness: Mindfulness practice: You have to eat anyway - might as well enjoy it mindfully! To start, simply look away from any technology and look directly at your food for a moment. Notice color and texture. Next, take in aroma. Finally, take one mindful bite and chew slowly and mindfully. Pay extra attention to the genius of your tongue.
 

E is for Exercise: You've probably heard this one a lot, but let this be another sign for you to workout while watching TV. You can do push-ups, crunches, jumping jacks, and squats while focusing on your show. Want an extra nudge? Bring your jump rope, dumbbells, resistance bands, or any other fitness tools near your TV to help remind you to use them.