| The e-newsletter for International Students at La Sierra |
Vol. 10 Issue 4
- January 2006 |
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We at the OISS would like to welcome all the new international students that have joined us for winter quarter 2006 and wish all of you a Happy 2006!
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For the most complete and up-to date list of the upcoming events on campus, visit
The La Sierra University Zonelive
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U.S. plans new steps to attract visitors
By Mimi Hall, USA TODAY
Foreign tourists, students and business travelers will find it easier to get permission to visit the USA and will be treated more graciously when they arrive, Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice and Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff said Tuesday, January 17, 2006. Read more...
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Modern Languages Seeks International Students Help
The Dept. of Modern Languages is organizing "Around the World with
Languages," an international assembly to be held at the La Sierra University
Church at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, April 11. Please contact Dr. Morales at
785-2120 or lmorales@lasierra.edu, if you would be willing to participate
in a parade of nations with your country's costume and say a
few words in your native language.
Insurance Premium Increase and Insurance Cards
Due to the continuous increase of medical care costs in the USA, HTH Worldwide increased our intenrational insurance premium to $255/quarter. REMEMBER TO PRINT YOUR NEW INSURANCE CARDS before you are at the doctor's office! To learn how to print your own card through the internet, please click here. New students: please call our office at x2100 to obtain your Certificate Number.
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SALSU Elections
The Student Association of La Sierra University (SALSU) is currently looking for students who would like to run for student government. Elections will be February 21st. Application forms are already available at the Office of Student Activities (OSA) located next to the Bookstore.
Being part of the student leadership team not only provides students with excellent leadership experience, but also allows students to make a change in their lives and the lives of their peers.
The deadline to turn in applications is February 2 at noon if you are interested in running for office. |
| SALSU Winter Banquet will take place on Sunday, January 29th, from 6 to 10pm in Orange County. If you are interested in attending, please contact SALSU at x2005 or purchase your tickets at the cafeteria during lunch or dinner time. Tickets are $25-30. |
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H1-B Jobs
International students seeking employment under the H1-B visa category now can search for jobs using www.h1bbase.com,* a database designed to help you find a job or company that is willing to sponsor you for an H1-B.
* La Sierra University and OISS is not affiliated with this company and cannot be held responsible for any information/promises made by the company. |
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