International Programs Student
& Scholar Newsletter
September 24, 1999
Phone:
662 915 7404
Fax: 662
915 7486
In this issue:
Farewell
to Joyce Hertko
The Office of International Programs held a farewell
reception to honor Dr. Joyce Hertko on Friday, September 17th from 2:00
to 4:00pm.
Many International Students and Scholars came
to wish her all the best. Several students came with their
cameras to have their picture taken with her.
The Staff at the Office of International Programs
wish Joyce all the best in her new position at the University of Indiana.
New Positions
Announcement
Michael Johansson, formerly Coordinator of International
Admissions and Recruitment, has been appointed Acting Director of the Office
of International Programs.
Jean Robinson, former International Services Assistant,
has been appointed Acting Assistant Director of the Office of International
Programs.
Message
from Michael Johansson, Acting Director
International Students and Scholars,
Jean and I are honored to be serving international
students and scholars in our new administrative roles. We accept
our added responsibilities knowing we have the full suppport of OIP staff,
international students and
scholars, and University administration.
We ask for your patience and understanding during this time of transition
as we bring the office back to its full complement of staff members.
We will continue to provide you with
the programs and services you deserve.
Best wishes for success as you pursue your studies
and follow your dreams here at the University of Mississippi.
Sincerely,
Michael Johansson, Acting Director
Office of International Programs
Mandatory
Orientation Session Videos
All new international students who were not able
to attend any one of the six mandatory orientation sessions must come to
the Office of International Programs to watch the video-tape of the
session(s). Please allow at
least 30 minutes to watch each video. We
recommend that you watch no more than two videos in one sitting.
Applying
for a Social Security Number
The Social Security Administration is in Oxford
on the following Thursdays in 1999 from 9:00a.m. until 11:00a.m.:
September 23
October 14 & 28
November 11 only
December 9 only
You need to bring a complete application form,
your I-20 or IAP-66, and your passport. Application forms are available
in the office.
A lot of your social security problems can be
solved over the phone. You can call the Tupelo office at 662 842 6582 or
fax them at 662 841 2895.
Please see Paul Sanburg, International Student Advisor, if you have
any problems regarding your application or card.
Conversation
Partners Program
.Any international student interested in
being matched with an American conversation partner is encouraged to contact
Dr. Nancy Wiggers or Paul Sanburg at the Office of International Programs
by 5p.m. Tuesday, September 21. Please note, you must contact either
Dr. Nancy Wiggers or Paul Sanburg if you are interested and/or to confirm
your continued
interest expressed if you already signed up at the international student
mandatory orientation session(s).
Writing
Center Workshop
University of Mississippi Writing Center Workshops
are being offered in Kinard Hall 106. No Registration necessary.
September 29, Wednesday, 7:00pm, Test Taking:
An Examination:
How to take a test, how to read a test, which
questions to answer first, and finding clues in the questions.
Elizabeth Steeby, Senior, English major.
September 30, Thursday, 6:00pm, Writing Essay
Exams:
Appraoches to writing essay exams, preparation,
assessing instructions, planning answers, and timing.
Ellen Vernon, Senior, English major.
September 29, Wednesday, 7:00pm, Logical Argument:
Basic structure of arguments.
Amanda Benefield, First Year, Law School.
Please call 915-7686 or e-mail writingc@olemiss.edu
for more information.
Melvin Manickavasagam from Malaysia is now working at the Writing Center.
Please say Hello to him if you go there.
Play Soccer
Any international students interested in playing
soccer are encouraged to
contact Jeremy C. Mills at JCM145@hotmail.com
Please provide Jeremy with your name, email address,
and phone number so
he may contact you with further details (i.e.,
date, time, and location) of playing.
Very Special
Art
Sponsored by North Mississippi Regional Center
Very Special Art, is an opportunity to brighten
someone's day and teach them something about your culture and language.
North Mississippi Regional Center has invited international students from
The University of Mississippi to visit special education children and adults
with special needs from 9a.m. to noon on Thursday, September 30.
Children of all ages and adults with special needs are looking forward
to meeting you and learning more about your home country, language, culture,
and customs. International students in past years have shared with and
made cards for children and adults from the North Mississippi Regional
Center.
If interested, sign-up at the Office of International
Programs, Barnard Hall, 1st Floor for shifts of one hour (i.e., 9-10a.m.
or 10-11 or 11-noon). Please contact Paul Sanburg, International
Student Advisor, at the Office of International Programs for questions
or more information.
Friendship
International House 1999
Christmas Holiday
Friendship International House (FIH) is a hospitality program and Southern
Baptist Christian ministry to international students during the Christmas
holidays. International students throughout the United States are
invited to attend. To apply, you must be a non-American graduate
or undergraduate student enrolled in a U.S. college or university.
You may be single or married, and have children. This program is
open to people of all races and religions. All participants must
be at least 18 years of age, except for children of students who apply.
Dates and Locations
The official dates are December 18, 1999 to January 1, 2000, unless
indicated otherwise by the local FIH location.
Memphis, Tennessee - WMU of the Shelby Baptist Association WMU - Dates:
December 18 - January 3
Nashville, Tennessee - Nashville Baptist Association - International
Ministry - Dates: December 18 - January 3
States with other locations include: Florida, Georgia, Illinois,
Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, North Carolina, Oklahoma,
Oregon, and Texas.
Fees and Deadlines
*Applications received by November 12 must be accompanied by
the $50.00
"Early Bird" registration fee.
*Applications received after November 12 must be accompanied by the
regular $75.00 registration fee.
**No applications will be accepted after November 30, 1999.
Assignments are made after October 15, 1999. Applications will
not be accepted by phone, and no space can be reserved until the application
form and registration fee are in FIH office. Don't wait! Some
locations, like Florida, fill up early. Send your application as soon as
possible.
Visit or contact the Office of International Programs for applications
and more information.
