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MIT | ISO | International Students Office
ISO Newsletter
August 20, 2021
ANNOUNCEMENTS
All MIT international students required to do Fall 2021 Online Check-in

New and Continuing students should upload documents on iMIT

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 Spring 2021 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.

MIT Updates Vaccine Information and Returning to Campus Guidance
On August 2, 2021, MIT issued updates to its guidance on vaccine information and guidance for return to campus (including testing, masking, dining, indoor activities, and related issues) for the Fall 2021 semester for students, faculty and staff. 

Please be sure to review the updates, that had been emailed to the community, available on the MIT Now website: https://now.mit.edu/policies/reentry-to-campus-students/

The MIT Medical vaccine information page has also been updated, including updates to the FAQ (including a specific section on commonly asked questions from international students). Please review the Vaccine Information page/FAQhttps://covidapps.mit.edu/vaccine-information
Reporting in iMIT Your Scheduled Visa Interview or Visa Approval Information
Report on iMIT
In order to help track visa processing experiences at U.S. Embassies/Consulates around the world, and to help advocate for our students, we ask for your assistance in reporting when you have secured your visa interview appointment and when you receive your visa.

You can complete this reporting in iMIT with the following steps:
*Login to iMIT (https://imit.mit.edu)
*Click on the left-hand menu “Admissions”
*Click on the button “Visa Interview & Approval”
*Select the appropriate E-Forms, complete the information, and click “Submit”

Please note that if your visa interview appointment changes, please go into iMIT and submit a new “Visa Interview Scheduled” eform.  Thank you very much for your assistance.
ISO Virtual Forums
The final Virtual Forum was Friday, August 13,  2021

Past slides/recordings found here

Our ISO Virtual Forums were offered regularly throughout the summer to all students, both new and continuing. 

The recording and slidedeck for past Virtual Forums are accessible on the ISO website via the Orientation Programs page (https://iso.mit.edu/getting-started/orientation-program/).  

**MIT Alumni who are unable to access the recordings/slidedecks online, please send an email to riechman@mit.edu at the ISO to request the pdf slides. 
Limited In-Person Office Hours for Fall Semester at ISO
The ISO has resumed limited in-person office hours for the Fall 2021 semester beginning 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):
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!
MIT EVENTS & PROGRAMS
Online Zumba Classes With Liz
Mondays at 7:30 PM ET

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.

Online Yoga Classes With Neha
Thursdays at 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM ET

Westgate is offering Yoga 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. Thursdays at 7:30 PM, starting on August 12 and ending on October 28, 2021.

Please sign-up to receive the Zoom link.

Introducing ELS Classes For Fall 2021










Wellness Events & Resources
SOME: Acronym for self-care
Sleep, Outside, Mindfulness, Exercise

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.

COMMUNITY WELLNESS WEBSITE
MIT International Students Office
77 Massachusetts Avenue
Cambridge, MA 02139
Office Hours:
9:00-16:00 (M-F)
Closed (W) 10:00-11:30
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