| The e-newsletter for International Students at La Sierra |
Vol. 10 Issue 1
- October 2005 |
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Welcome to La Sierra University
Whether you're a new, transfer, or a returning international student, welcome to La Sierra University! We are happy to have you here, and we're eager to start a brand new school year full of activities and fun!
The Office of International Student Services (OISS) would like to remind you that we are here for YOU!
We are located in the Administration Building Room #202. Our phone number is 951-785-2237 (extension x2237 from a campus phone) and our email address is oiss@lasierra.edu. Our website is http://www.lasierra.edu/international/
Our friendly staff is here to help you. Although walk-ins are welcomed, appointments are highly recommended. Jennifer Tyner is the Designated School Official. Esther Guerpo is the Office Assistant and Natan Vigna is the International Student Services Coordinator. Fain Nahab, Christina Manchur, and Alyse Knudsen, Student Life workers, will be happy to help you as well.
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For the most complete and up-to date list of the upcoming events on campus, visit
The La Sierra Zonelive
web page. |
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Diversity Visa Lottery Began October 5
The Department of State's 2007 Diversity Visa (DV) Lottery began at noon on October 5, 2005. Persons seeking to enter the lottery program must register online at
www.dvlottery.state.gov.
The site will be available noon October 5, 2005 through noon December 4, 2005.
The Diversity Visa Lottery is FREE.
You are not required to pay anyone or any web site to apply for it. Do not be tricked into paying for this FREE service.
For a small fee of $5, the OISS will take your digital picture and help you fill-out your application. |
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Optional Practical Training
If you are planning on finishing your studies in December and want to receive your one year of Optional Practical Training, you must apply as soon as possible. Current turn around time for OPT applications is about 5 months, though after 90 days of your application you could get your temporary work permit. To apply or for more information, please contact Natan in OISS.
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Full-time Registration
Our office will start putting registration holds on those students who did not register for full-time classes. Remember: if you are an undergraduate student, you must take at least 12 units per quarter; if you are a graduate student, you must take at least 8 units. If you have not registered for the minimum, please contact Natan or Esther in OISS as soon as possible in order for us to stop the computer from reporting your units to SEVIS automatically. Failing to be registered full-time or make arrangements will put you as "out-of-status," something you really, really do not want to be in. |
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"Doc, can I use your computer for a sec? I forgot to print my insurance card!" |
Medical Insurance Card
As you already know, if you have a valid LSU I-20, you are required to have medical insurance, which the OISS will purchase for you through HTH Worldwide. You can read the insurance policy, click here.
If you are a returning student, PLEASE print your new insurance card; remember: hospital rooms don't have internet access!
For new students, here are the instructions on how to print your new insurance cards:
1. Go on-line to GGH Students.com.
2. Click "Sign-In"
3. If you already registered with them, enter your email address and password. If you never logged in before, then enter your email address and select "I'm a new user." Follow the instructions. If you need your Certificate Number, contact us at x2100.
4. Click on the upper left corner in the "My Benefits" link.
5. Click on the "ID" green icon (to the right). You will need Acrobat Reader to see your card.
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| REMEMBER: you never know when you will need to go to the hospital, so print your insurance card ASAP! |
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LSU Astronomical Observatory
Come on Campus the first Friday of the month at 8:30 p.m. and gaze at the stars, weather permitting. Info: x2273. |
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| Thanks for reading |
Disclaimer: You have received this email because you submitted your email address to the La Sierra University Office of International Student Services when you registered. If you are no longer a student at La Sierra University, you may be removed from this list by sending an email to oiss@lasierra.edu. |
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New Student Orientation
We will have our new and transfer student orientation on Tuesday, October 25 in the Cactus Room (located inside the Cafeteria) at 12:00 noon. Please plan on coming to learn about the immigration regulations, LSU procedures, and other useful information. Prizes and FREE lunch will be provided to international students who attend. |
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Stahl Center Sabbath
will take place on Saturday, October 29 at La Sierra University Church. You are encouraged to come, dressed on your national costume. If you would like to take part in the program as well, contact Dr. Charles Teel at x2080. International Students dressed on their national costumes will receive a FREE Professional 5x7 picture. |
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Festival of Nations
will be Oct. 30 from 4:00-7:00 p.m., in the Campus Mall (weather permitting). Come and enjoy international foods and fun. For more information, contact the Office of Student Activities at 951-785-2383. |
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SALSU Events
The Student Association of La Sierra University (SALSU) has weekly social events. Make sure get a copy of the Student Planner so that you can be up to date with our campus current events. Student Planners can be picked up in the Office of Student Life, AD 202.
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