Upcoming Workshops and Events

Fall 2009

Customs and Border Inspection - What to Expect

WHEN: Friday, October 16, 2009, 10:00 AM

WHERE: Campus Center Room 450A

Presented By: Customs and Border Protection officials

This workshop serves two purposes:

• Understanding what can be shipped from abroad and received in the U.S., and what can be brought with you when entering the U.S. The workshop will inform attendees on how to prevent problems in receiving shipments by avoiding items of concern.
• Being prepared at the port-of-entry after a stay overseas

The workshop will allow time for questions and answers at the end of the session

Knowing Your Rights When Dealing with US Enforcement Agencies

WHEN: Friday, October 16, 2009, 11:30 AM

WHERE: Campus Center Room 450A

Presented By: John Broyes of Broyles, Kight and Ricafort, P.C.

What are your rights when you are inspected by CBP at the port-of entry? What if an FBI agent visits you unexpectedly at your home? What questions should you answer, if any at all? WHAT ARE YOUR RIGHTS? This is essential information for all students to know.

Student Employment and U.S. Tax Law

WHEN: Friday, October 30, 10:30 a.m.

WHERE: University Library Auditorium

Presented By: Theo Wu, Tax Compliance Officer, Financial Management Services, IU-B

I am a foreign person so I don’t have to pay U.S. taxes, right? Is there a way to know if a tax treaty would apply to me? There exist many ideas and questions about foreign individuals paying US taxes. But do you know if your understanding is correct? The goal of this session is to provide an introduction to US tax law. During the session, we will show you what the U.S. tax law says about income provided to a foreign person and what IU might be able to do to help reduce your tax rate. This is for all students who receive U.S. income through employment, fellowship, or scholarship. This is also for those who advise them.

International Student Night with the Indiana Pacers

WHEN: Friday, November 20, 2009. Doors open at 6:00 pm. Tip-off is at 7:00.

WHERE: Conseco Fieldhouse

Join international students from various local schools for a night of professional basketball at the Conseco Fieldhouse. You must buy your tickets in advance. Ticket purchase is handled directly through the Pacers. Please print the payment form and return directly to the address on the form. To ensure tickets together with your friends, purchase the tickets together on one form. Ticket orders must be received by November 6th.

Ice Skating Party

WHEN: Saturday, November 21, 1:30 - 3:30 pm

WHERE: Pan American Plaza

Bring $5 for skate rental, your Jagtag and a snack to share! International students will meet on this day for an afternoon of ice skating. Don't worry if you've never skated before. There are a lot of local people there who can't skate either!

Spring 2010

Annual International Student Employment Conference

WHEN: Friday, February 26, 2010, 8:30 am - 6:00 pm

WHERE: Campus Center Room 450A&B

Presented By: International Affairs, Office of Student Employment, and sponsoring immigration law firms

Join us for a free all-day conference covering various employment-related topics for international students, including networking, resume writing, interview skills, job search skills, and special sessions on work visas/permanent residence.