HOT NEWS
International Student Orientation
will take place on Sunday, October 7, from 4 to 7pm in the Cactus Room in the Dining Commons (cafeteria). All new international students must attend. Returning students are welcome to come. Topics will include immigration and work permits, insurance, on campus work, driver licenses and social security, among others. Dinner will be served, so please RSVP (let us know if you are coming ASAP).

International Students' Worship
Come join us Friday night, October 5 at 7pm, in the Angwin Chapel for a time of worship and fellowship! If you would like to help us out by leading in song service or being part of the planning team, please contact Toni Odubela oluwatoni2003@yahoo.com

HAPPENINGS
For the latest and up to date upcoming events, visit the OSA's web site or refer to the LSU Student Handbook.

• Oct 2. Convocation at 11am. [LSUC]
• Oct 5. International Students' worship at 7pm [Angwin Chapel]
• Oct 7. New and Transfer International students orientation. 4-7pm [Cactus Room, Dining Commons]
• Oct. 8. Last day to withdraw without a W on your transcript.
• Oct 9-11. Week of Spiritual Emphasis at 11am. [LSUC]
• Oct 9-13. SIFE World cup competition. [New York]
• Oct 11. Club Rush at 6pm [Campus Mall]
• Oct 18. SALSU Laser Tag. [TBA]
• Oct 25. SALSU Skate night!
• Oct 31. Halloween!

From the OISS

Welcome Back!
We would like to welcome all the new international students who joined us for the 2007-2008 school year and welcome back all the returning students. This year promises to be full of new things and happenings at the OISS (Office of International Student Services)!

Among the new things for this year, we are happy to let you know that we now have our own place. YES! the OISS has its own office in the Administration Building, Room 206. Our goal is to expand our office into an international center; but to do that, we will need your help! We want you to feel like the OISS is your home away from home and want you to come hang out with us. You can use our office for meetings, to check your email, and even call your friends and family for free through Skype!

We also have a brand new web site. All of our forms are now on-line, so you can access them from anywhere and even fill them out prior to printing them! We also created an online community, where you can post announcements, pictures, and make friends! Toni Odubela, an international student from Nigeria, will be helping us coordinate events and programs for you. We are here to serve you and help you while you study at LSU. Let us know how we can best help you. Your comments are important to us!

Immigration Updates

Summary of July 2007 Happenings
A reminder of four important dates that happened in July 2007:

1. New USCIS filing fees went into effect July 30; OPT application is now $340.
2. New J trainee and intern regulations went into effect July 19;
3. New Department of Labor rules on labor certification validity and payment of employer attorney fees went into effect July 16;
4. New Direct Filing addresses for Forms I-485, I-131, I-140, I-765, and I-907 went into effect July 30.

SEVP Posts Revised F-1 Transfer FAQs
The Student and Exchange Visitor Program posted revised FAQs on the topic of F-1 transfers in SEVIS, including new guidance on the transfer of terminated records. (source: NAFSA) Read More

President Bush Signs 9/11 Bill
August 3, 2007, President Bush signed into law a bill implementing many of the recommendations put forth by the 9/11 Commission. The legislation includes provisions to improve the visa and entry process for foreign nationals to the United States and to promote educational exchanges. (source: NAFSA) Read More

DOS Guidance on Processing Visa Applicants With Drunk Driving Hits
A June 7, 2007 DOS cable provided guidance to posts on how consular officers should handle cases where an applicant's criminal record shows an arrest or conviction for drunk driving or other alcohol-related offense. (source: NAFSA) Read More

Campus Updates

Insurance Cards will be available for printing through the GGH web site starting October 1. New international students will need a certificate number, which we will email you in a separate email shortly. Returning students, if you still have not printed your new card, please do so now, before you need to use it!