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April 2025 SISS Newsletter

Information and Updates

Federal Government Updates for International Students and Scholars

SISS maintains updated information about federal government updates impacting international students and scholars on the SISS website. As details about a number of topics become available, we will post updates online. We will do our best to sort through information from trusted resources in a timely manner to provide you with an accurate assessment.

Remember: While immigration changes are often widely discussed on social media and other websites, we strongly encourage you to rely on us to provide verified information as it becomes available.

Read the Latest Update

University of California Guidance

With numerous, quickly evolving federal policy shifts underway, the University of California is working diligently to monitor these developments and seek clarity on a range of issues.

Visit the UC Federal Updates webpage for more

Scheduling an Appointment with Your SISS Advisor

SISS Advisors are available for in-person and virtual appointments. Schedule an appointment with your advisor in advance.

Find your advisor and schedule an appointment

Tax Filing Season

If you were physically present in the US during 2024, you may have income tax filing obligations due on April 15, 2025. Please look for further information from SISS in your email inbox (to be delivered first week of March 2025). You may have also received separate tax documents and filing information directly from UC Davis or UC Path if you worked for the University in 2024. For more information about US taxes, go to our tax resources page. Write to sisstax@ucdavis.edu if you have any questions about tax filing requirements.

WarnMe and Aggie Alert Campus Messages

UC Davis sends WarnMe and Aggie Alert messages by text, email and the Everbridge Mobile App to provide faculty, staff and students with timely information during emergencies and other urgent situations.

Learn more and ensure your contact information is up to date

Programs and Events

Join us for the SISS Spring Quarter Town Hall

SISS will conduct a spring quarter town hall to continue our updates to the UC Davis international student and scholar community about ongoing changes to the federal immigration landscape. Registration is required. You can submit questions in advance. This town hall is intended for UC Davis international students and scholars and their dependent family members. Interested UC Davis staff and faculty are also welcome to attend.

  • Date and time: April 16, 12–1 p.m.
  • Register

Scholar Coffee Break

We invite international scholars (visiting faculty and researchers) to connect at the monthly SISS Scholar Coffee Break. Whether you are new to campus or have been here for several months, international scholars are invited to join SISS in this welcoming and virtual space.

  • Date and time: April 3, 9–10 a.m.
  • Register

Spring Involvement Fair 2025

The Center for Student Involvement will host the first-ever Spring Involvement Fair, showcasing over 100 Registered Student Organizations, including newly registered groups. Discover new clubs, meet fellow students and get involved!

Cultural Vistas Webinar on J-1 Research Scholar Transfers to Private Industry

J-1 research scholars considering a transition from academic to private industry opportunities may be interested in attending a webinar from Cultural Vistas, a non-profit international exchange organization. This webinar, “From Campus to Corporate: J-1 Research Scholar Transfer to Private Industry,” will describe Cultural Vistas’s unique J-1 research scholar program that includes private industry hosts.

Note: This event is not organized or hosted by UC Davis / SISS.

  • Date and time: April 3, 9–10 a.m.
  • Register

Global Learning Conference

This conference will provide opportunities to network with potential employers, showcase your experience in your resume and cover letter, hear from seasoned professionals in a variety of fields, connect with like-minded peers, and explore resources and opportunities for your future.

  • Date and time: April 5, 8:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
  • Learn more

Life After UC Davis

Students and scholars planning to stay in the United States to work after leaving UC Davis can hear from legal experts from WR Immigration, about visa options for international students and scholars after they complete their UC Davis programs.

  • Date and time: April 10, 2:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m.
  • Register

Spring Career Fair

The UC Davis Spring Career Fair Career Fair is your gateway to exploring a wide range of industries, from tech and business to public service, government, and more! Meet recruiters from top companies and organizations, discover exciting internships and job openings, and build connections that could shape your future. Whether you're just starting your career journey or looking to take the next step, this fair is a great opportunity to showcase your skills and find your perfect fit.

Attention Incoming Aggies: Summer Start Gives Undergrads a Chance to Get Ahead

Summer Start is a six-week academic and cultural program for incoming first-year international students. Participants can access courses that prepare them to get ahead on their degrees and adjust to life at UC Davis.

Join the Annual UC Davis Powwow

Hosted by the Cross Cultural Center, this free, family-friendly event celebrates Indigenous traditions, music, dance and arts, featuring dance contests, craft vendors and food vendors.

Breaking Stereotypes: Navigating Cultural Differences in the Global Workplace Workshop

Join students from across the Pacific Rim for a virtual discussion on Breaking Stereotypes: Navigating Cultural Differences in the Global Workplace. Examine how stereotypes influence workplace interactions and reflect on strategies to foster understanding. First-completed, first-reserved for 10 undergraduates.

Register for the Pal Program

The Pal Program pairs up UC Davis undergraduate students for intercultural conversation experiences. Participants can use these sessions to increase their intercultural awareness, learn about a target language, and develop friendships.  

Learn more and register for spring quarter

Graduate Student and Postdoc Certificate Series

This series is open to graduate students and postdocs. Participants can register for workshops emphasizing skill development in DEI or intercultural teaching and learning for success in intercultural work environments. Workshops can be combined toward a certificate from Global Affairs.

Learn more and register

Opportunities and Announcements

Career Support and Job Search Available with GoinGlobal

GoinGlobal provides career and employment resources for more than 120 worldwide locations. Log in with your UC Davis Kerberos ID to access the H1B Plus portal, career guides, global job and internship search database by country, and an employer directory. 

Learn more and log in

UC Davis Health Equity Fund

The UC Davis Health Equity Fund is available to help reimburse students who have experienced significant out-of-pocket expenses related to accessing physical or mental healthcare or to students who have a significant privacy concern as a dependent (e.g., sexual health services).

Supplemental Funds

  • Arhan Vyas Ambulance Fund: Experiencing a medical emergency is stressful enough, but it can feel even more overwhelming when you're far from home, or without transportation. To support students during such critical moments, the Arhan Vyas Ambulance Fund was established to help cover the cost of ambulance services, ensuring that financial concerns do not stand in the way of urgent medical care.
  • UC Emergency Mental Health Grant for Students Impacted by the Israel-Palestine Conflict: Students can request an emergency mental health grant to cover off-campus counseling costs related to the ongoing conflict in Palestine and Israel.

Learn more

Protect Yourself from Scams

Never give your personal information to someone you don't know! Here are some signs that an email, phone call or text may have come from a scammer. End the conversation if the person:

  • Threatens to suspend your Social Security number or visa (even if they have part or all of your information, such as part of your Social Security number)
  • Warns or threatens arrest or legal action
  • Demands or requests an immediate payment
  • Requires payment by gift card, prepaid debit card, internet currency or by mailing cash
  • Pressures you for your personal information
  • Offers you a job you didn't apply for
  • Requests secrecy
  • Threatens to seize your bank account
  • Promises to increase your Social Security benefit
  • Tries to gain your trust by providing fake documentation, false evidence, or by claiming to be a government official

Learn more about protecting yourself from scams

Visit the ASUCD Pantry for Free Groceries

The ASUCD Pantry in the Memorial Union offers free groceries and basic necessities to all UC Davis students, staff and faculty, regardless of financial need. Order ahead online for nonperishables/basic necessities, or come by anytime for a walk-in visit to get fresh produce. Everyone is welcome!

Self-Service Spice Pantry

The Cross Cultural Center is collaborating with the Teaching Kitchen to provide students access to free spices, with an emphasis on spices that are difficult to find in local grocery stores, as well as spices that are important for specific cultural dishes.

Join Club-I

Club-I is a group for internationals and locals in Davis. The group meets, makes friends, finds people to travel with and has fun with various social activities. Club-I meets once a week, usually on Friday evenings, for group dinners and other events.

SISS Spotlight

Announcing the Arhan Vyas Boardroom in the International Center

We are honored to announce the dedication of the Arhan Vyas Boardroom at the UC Davis International Center, a space that stands as a lasting tribute to Arhan Vyas, an international student whose warmth, intellect, and spirit left a lasting impact on our community.

Through this dedication, we celebrate Arhan’s journey, his contributions, and the friendships he built. We hope this space continues to inspire collaboration, learning, and a sense of belonging—values that defined his time at UC Davis. We invite students, faculty and staff to honor Arhan’s memory by embracing the spirit of care, inclusivity, and connection that he brought to our community. May this space serve as a reminder of his warmth, kindness, and the meaningful relationships he nurtured at UC Davis.

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