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International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS)

WS07: J-1 Advising: Intermediate

Monday, May 26, 2025
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM PST
Paid Content
Broaden and complement your knowledge gained after completing the J-1 Advising for Beginners workshop and delve deeply into grey areas of J advising. This workshop is designed to help you think through the development of policies, procedures, and practices necessary to maintain a healthy J program for your institution. Ample time is provided to focus on model practices based on current scenarios as well as to reflect on how these practices could improve your own J program.

Learning Objectives:

  • Build a conceptual foundation and practical knowledge for J-1 advising.
  • Develop critical analytical skills for resolving common J-1 Exchange Visitor dilemmas.
  • Balance and manage the interests of key constituencies.
  • Establish solid professional networks in the J-1 visa community.