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50-Minute Sessions

International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS)

Understanding "Duration of Status" and Violations of Status

Friday, May 30, 2025
11:30 AM – 12:20 PM PST
International student and scholar advisers often encounter unexpected issues with advisees' immigration status and must manage complex rules about status violations. This session clarifies the differences between "out of status" and "unlawful presence" in immigration law, outlines their potential consequences, and explains how these concepts apply to visa classifications with and without duration of status (D/S).

Learning Objectives:

  • Expand understanding of regulations, laws, and government guidance on status violation, overstay, unlawful presence, and other related legal concepts.
  • Develop discernment skills in advising international students and scholars with potential immigration challenges and provide practical guidance on applying the rules through case studies.
  • Practice advising in the DSO/ARO purview and how to stay away from UPL.