International Center Aids Student Career Advancements

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Sept. 26, 2016) — Like any other University of Kentucky upperclassman, international students studying in the Big Blue Nation will soon begin making plans for either graduate school or employment. Awareness and information are the keys to successfully planning ahead at this crucial time.

Students considering work in their field of study after graduation should attend one of the workshops hosted by International Student and Scholar Services. These workshops will give international students all the information they need to know about the Optional Practical Training (OPT) application process, regulations and expectations.

Upcoming OPT Workshops are scheduled the following dates at Bradley Hall, room 207:

· 2:30 p.m., Oct. 4;

· 10 a.m., Oct. 28; 

· 1:30 p.m., Nov. 14; and 

· 1:30 p.m. Dec. 9.

Seats can be reserved by signing up through iCAT. Workshops can be found under the Session Sign-ups menu, and selecting the OPT Workshops.

For students who are not sure exactly what they want to do upon graduation, or even if they are sure and just need help updating a resume and/or getting ready for that big interview, the James W. Stuckert Career Center is an indispensable resource. Students can schedule an appointment with the Stuckert Career Center on its website or alternatively drop in for a 15-minute session 1-4 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

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MEDIA CONTACT: Gail Hairston, 859-257-3302, gail.hairston@uky.edu