BMCC International Students

The Curricular Practical Training Workshop with The Internships and Experiential Learning Department WEDNESDAY, March 10 Virtual Via Zoom 2:00PM TO 4:00PM (please be on time!)... Curricular Practical Training (CPT) is employment in an F-1 student’s major while the F-1 student works towards degree completion. An advisor from the Internships and Experiential Learning Department will provide information regarding internships and an International Student Advisor from the ISSO will discuss CPT employment regulations. This will be a great opportunity for students to ask all of your internship-related questions. RSVP Link: https://docs.google.com//1FAIpQLScdivZ2mUrXrzokG/viewform

Preparing for Post-Completion OPT Workshop WEDNESDAY, February 24 Virtual Via Zoom 2:00PM TO 4:00PM (please be on time!)... Optional Practical Training (OPT) is 12 months of work in an F-1 student’s field of study. OPT generally takes place after an F-1 student has completed all degree requirements. OPT is a great way for F-1 students to add employment experience to their resumes while earning money. Please RSVP by Tuesday, February 23, 2021. To RSVP, please click on the following link: https://docs.google.com//1FAIpQLSeI5JRngqIn_Kr5z/viewform

Due to inclement weather, CUNY campuses will be closed today, Monday, February 1, 2021. There will be no in-person classes. Students should consult with their faculty about how the corresponding class material will be covered. Online classes will continue as scheduled.

COVID-19 Travel Info Related to F1 International Students: President Biden issued a Proclamation today that calls for the continuation of the 14-day U.S. entry restrictions on individuals who were recently present in the Schengen Area, UK, Ireland, Brazil, China, or Iran. Additionally, effective January 30, 2021, South Africa will be added to the list of countries. Detailed updates can be found at the following link https://www.nafsa.org//biden-administration-immigration-po... *National Interest Exceptions (NIE) for Certain Travelers from the Schengen Area, United Kingdom, and Ireland: https://bit.ly/3a4vChX Students traveling from the Schengen Area, the UK, and Ireland with valid F-1 and M-1 visas do not need to contact an embassy or consulate to seek an individual national interest exception to travel. Students seeking to apply for new F-1 or M-1 visas should check the status of visa services at the nearest embassy or consulate; those applicants who are found to be otherwise qualified for an F-1 or M-1 visa will automatically be considered for a national interest exception to travel. ALSO FROM CDC: Requirement for Proof of Negative COVID-19 Test or Recovery from COVID-19 for All Air Passengers Arriving in the United States: https://www.cdc.gov/.../testing-international-air...