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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Below is a list of the events and workshops offered the month of October by the Office of International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS).</span></b><span style="font-size:14.0pt"> As a reminder, the ISSS
calendar of events, programs, and workshops are posted on our website at <a href="http://www.tamuc.edu/isso">
www.tamuc.edu/isso</a> under Announcements. As you can see below we have a lot of things going on this month so be sure to check out all of our activities this month.
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><u><span style="font-size:14.0pt">TRIPS: <o:p></o:p></span></u></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Texas State Fair Trip on Sunday, October 9</span></b><span style="font-size:14.0pt">- For more information about the historic Texas State Fair go to
<a href="http://bigtex.com/">http://bigtex.com/</a>. To register for the trip go to
<a href="https://secure.touchnet.com/C20206_ustores/web/store_main.jsp?STOREID=13">
ISSS Marketplace</a>. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Six Flags Fright Fest on Saturday, October 22</span></b><span style="font-size:14.0pt">- The park is family-friendly by day, but we turn up the terror at dusk! In addition to the normal rides and other
attractions Fright Fest will feature scare zones and haunted houses (additional cost for admission to haunted houses). For more information or to register for the trip go to
<a href="https://secure.touchnet.com/C20206_ustores/web/store_main.jsp?STOREID=13">
ISSS Marketplace</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><u><span style="font-size:14.0pt">WORKSHOPS:<o:p></o:p></span></u></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Get Ready for Graduation and Beyond on October 13 at 3pm in BA 221</span></b><span style="font-size:14.0pt">- The ISSS in partnership with the Registrar’s Office, Career Development Office, and the College
of Business Career Services Office is hosting an information workshop for all graduating international students. The workshop will include information about the commencement ceremony, H1-B worker visa, the job search process and best practices, resume and
cover letter writing, and other topics. Students interested in attending may register at
<a href="http://bit.ly/2dv1PFJ">http://bit.ly/2dv1PFJ</a>. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Practical Training Workshops</span></b><span style="font-size:14.0pt">- The ISSS will host Practical Training workshops (CPT and OPT) on October 13 and October 28. Go to
<a href="http://www.tamuc.edu/cpt">www.tamuc.edu/cpt</a> or <a href="http://www.tamuc.edu/opt">
www.tamuc.edu/opt</a> for more information. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><u><span style="font-size:14.0pt">OTHER EVENTS:<o:p></o:p></span></u></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Homecoming Activities</span></b><span style="font-size:14.0pt">- Be sure to check out all the activities for Homecoming the week of October 24<sup>th</sup> at
<a href="http://www.tamuc.edu/aboutus/alumni/homecoming/default.aspx">TAMUC Homecoming</a>. The ISSS is tentatively planning to have an internationally themed float for the homecoming parade on October 29 and we also are planning to tailgate before the Lions
football game. Students interested in helping may email <a href="mailto:Intl.Stu@tamuc.edu">
Intl.Stu@tamuc.edu</a>. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Halloween Party & International Coffee Hour</span></b><span style="font-size:14.0pt">- Join us for a spooky afternoon at our Halloween party and International Coffee Hour in Halladay 104 on October 26
from 2-4 pm. We will have Halloween themed treats, decorations, and a costume contest. Prizes will be given for the best costumes! DJ Vamsi will provide music to set the Halloween mood.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Travel Signature Week October 31<sup>st</sup> through November 4<sup>th</sup></span></b><span style="font-size:14.0pt">- During the week of October 31<sup>st</sup> we will have walk-in travel signature
times each afternoon from 1:30pm-4pm. During this week students may visit the ISSS during the posted times and request a travel signature while they wait (general no more than 15 minutes). Afternoon advising hours will be canceled this week.
<b>Students will need to complete the <a href="http://www.tamuc.edu/campusLife/campusServices/internationalStudentServices/documents/TravelSignatureRequestFormSp16.pdf">
Travel Signature Request Form</a> and have copies of all required documents before visiting the ISSS.</b>
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