A message to the Penn community regarding violence and Anti-Asian hate incidents
"During the COVID-19 pandemic, our country has witnessed an alarming and deeply troubling surge of violence, hatred and discrimination directed at Asians and Asian Americans. We write today to denounce this appalling prejudice and to assure our students, faculty, staff, and postdocs of Asian descent that Penn is unwavering in our commitment to providing you with a safe, welcoming, and supportive campus environment."
Read the University's full statement »
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#FlattenTheHate: Penn Stands Together to Stop Hate Against Asian and Asian American Communities
ISSS condemns all acts of bias, discrimination, and violence against Asian and Asian-American communities in the United States. Please visit the homepage of Penn's Task Force on Support to Asian and Asian American Students and Scholars for resources to help you recognize and report incidents of racist hate or bias.
Additionally, Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) is available 24/7 to support you – simply dial 215-898-7021 and press 1 to talk to a clinician 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you are currently abroad and are unable to call CAPS for non-urgent concerns or to schedule an appointment, please email CAPS at: caps@pobox.upenn.edu.
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I-765 Visual Guides for OPT Applicants
Form I-765 is one of the most important parts of your application for Optional Practical Training (OPT). We have prepared a guide to help you navigate this document, including general reminders, annotations, and sample form data. Be sure to also check out the updated ISSS OPT checklist and STEM OPT checklist.
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Community Conversations & Ways to Engage
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Restorative Practice Circles for Penn Students (Undergrad, Grad, & Professional), Alumni, Post-Docs, Faculty, & Staff
Tuesday, March 16 – Tuesday, March 30
The Restorative Circle is an opportunity for people with direct lived experiences of anti-Asian racism, bias, or harassment to share their stories and be in community with others who have similar experiences. The highly structured conversation is informed by shared values and group norms, and is a private space to share openly with and learn from one another.
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Penn Traditions Alumni Roundtable
Thursday, March 18 | 7:30PM ET
If you are interested in building your network and learning more about how alumni stay connected after they graduate, come join this event! This event, hosted by Penn Traditions, will feature a young alumni panel followed by small, informal breakout rooms where you get to connect with alumni. This is your chance to share your experiences at Penn, what the University means to you, and your favorite Penn memory (so far)! This is just the beginning of your lifelong connection to Penn.
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Anti-Racism & Mental Wellness Workshop: Turning off the Gaslights and Illuminating Brave Spaces
Thursday, March 18 | 8PM–9:30PM ET
This event, part of a discussion series sponsored by the University of Pennsylvania Task Force on Providing Support to Asian and Asian American Students and Scholars, South Asia Society (SAS), Pan-Asian-American Community House (PAACH), and Penn Global, will feature Dr. Ramani (MedCircle, SxSW, TEDx, the Red Table Talk, the Today Show, Oxygen, Investigation Discovery). The workshop will be highly interactive and informative.
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Professional Development and Financial Wellness
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AIS x Financial Wellness: Personal Finance Webinar
Wednesday, March 17 | 5PM ET
Join the Assembly of International Students (AIS) and Financial Wellness@Penn for a session that will help you get your personal finances under control.
Register for this event »
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College Career Readiness Series: Entrepreneurship
Thursday, March 18 | 6PM ET
What can you do with your entrepreneurial spirit? Join us on Thursday to learn how alumni of the College of Arts and Sciences have harnessed their innovative ideas—and their College degrees—to excel in a variety of industries.
Register for this event »
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Financial Fridays: Planning Your Summer Opportunity
Friday, March 19 | 12PM ET
As a Penn student, we’re sure you know the importance of summer programs and internships. However, these opportunities come in a variety of shapes and sizes. As you’re finalizing your plans for this summer, take time to draft a budget for yourself. Whether you have a paid or unpaid summer opportunity, you’ll want to have a strategy to help you manage your finances throughout the summer. Join Financial Wellness@Penn to learn more!
Register for this event »
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Workshop: Career Services Office Overview/Interviewing with US Employers
Tuesday, March 23 | 11AM ET
Join ISSS and Career Services for a special session on interviewing with US employers. You'll also get an overview of the resources available to you through the Penn Career Services office.
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Penn Abroad: Virtual Internships Abroad
Priority deadline: April 1
The Virtual Internships Abroad (VIA) program provides self-directed and motivated Penn undergraduate students the opportunity to gain a fully funded professional work experience over the summer with a global employer, with the added convenience of working remotely. Students can choose the length of their internship and the number of hours they wish to work per week, all while gaining important skills through cross-cultural training and language learning.
Applications for VIA are now open! The priority deadline to apply is April 1, 2021.
Learn more about the VIA Program »
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Health and Emotional Wellness
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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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