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OISS Events & Webinars

*Live Webinar* Visa and Travel Advisory Session

Thursday, May 8, 2024 at 11:30 a.m. (PDT)

Planning to travel internationally this summer? Need to renew your F-1 visa or unsure what to expect at the port of entry?

Join us for a Visa & Travel Advisory Session with Travis Feuerbacher, a former U.S. Consular Officer and current immigration attorney. With years of experience interviewing visa applicants and helping students navigate travel and visa issues, Travis will share practical tips and answer your most pressing questions.

 Topics will include:

  • The general visa application process
  • 2025 updates and changes to F & J visa application processes
  • How to prepare for your visa interview
  • Considerations when re-entering the United States & potential travel risks
  • Open Q&A for any visa-related questions and a mock student visa interview

We’re excited to welcome you to this important session—see you online!

View Webinar Recording

Please Read Before Viewing:This presentation was recorded on May 8, 2025, during a visa and travel advisory session hosted by OISS and led by a guest immigration attorney and former visa officer. The content in this video is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal advice. For updates specific to your situation, please contact OISS or refer to our Travel Advisory Page for the latest guidance. The attorney featured in this session operates independently and may charge a fee for individual consultations or legal services. If you have any questions after viewing, we encourage you to reach out to our office. We are here to support you!

OISS Community & Connection – Friday Zoom Check-In

Feeling overwhelmed, uncertain, or just want to connect?

Join us this Friday, April 18 at 8:30 a.m. (PDT) for a short and supportive Zoom session with the OISS team. We'll share important updates, answer general questions, and create space to listen, breathe, and support one another. A guest from CAPS will also join us to offer helpful resources.

You belong here and we are here for you.

Register now: https://clu.zoom.us/meeting/register/VHWgO1R-Rn-fieTYRgUA2A


International Student Spotlight 

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