International Engagement Newsletter
Weekly Update
Weekly updates for Monday, November 2 - Sunday, November 8th
IMPORTANT TO MAINTAIN YOUR IMMIGRATION STATUS:
The last date to withdraw from the university or drop a class is on November 6th. You must receive permission from International Engagement to drop a class.
DO YOU LIVE IN UCA HOUSING?
If you live in UCA Housing, make sure to check your email for a message sent October 30th from the Housing and Residence Life Office titled "Action Required: UCA Housing". Please read this email and complete the form included so the university can plan campus services accordingly.
Out-of-State Tuition Scholarship Information
Please note that, effective for Fall 2020 and Spring 2021 only, due to impacts on UCA students resulting from COVID-19, all students assessed out-of-state tuition will qualify for the out-of-state tuition scholarship.
This will automatically be applied to your account if you are assessed out-of-state tuition; no action by the student is required to receive the scholarship.
Invitation Letter Request
To request a letter or letters of invitation for friends or family members to attend graduation or visit you in Conway, please complete this form. You will be notified when the letter is ready to pick up.
I-20 Travel Signatures
If you need or think you need a signature on your I-20 for travel, please see the email sent by Sarah Habtemariam on October 20th: "I-20 Travel Signatures"
Will you be travelling outside the U.S. over the winter break?
WIN CASH FOR YOUR RSO!!
Video Challenge open to all RSOs! Deadline November 6th!
Be Well – Cancel COVID on College Campuses see the Official rules here.
- $5,000 for a grand prize winner!
- $2,500 for a runner-up
- $1,000 for (10) honorable mentions
How to make an appointment with IE staff:
If you have questions for our office, please feel free to email, call or schedule an appointment. If you want to meet with a staff member in our office, you must have an appointment. Requesting an appointment is only the first step. Your request must be accepted by the IE staff member before the appointment is confirmed. To schedule an appointment, go to this link and follow the instructions. You will get an email response after submitting your request . Please make sure to read this email to confirm your appointment. If you need assistance scheduling an appointment, please email international@uca.edu or call 450-3445. When you arrive for an in person meeting, you must wear a mask, and please come by yourself, as our lobby only has space for 3 people to comply with social distancing. If the lobby is full, we have additional seating in the main hallway.
Academic Success Workshops - FALL 2020
Wednesday, November 4th
November 16th - 20th
Thursday, November 19th
PLEASE REMEMBER!
Kroger & Walmart October 28th-Nov 7th
Arkansas Fun Fact
November is known for being the month in which Election Day is found, and throughout Arkansas history there have been many pivotal elections and important events that have happened in November. Here are just a few.
Visit the Old State House Museum website here!