Life in Iowa, a program designed to assist international students in adjusting to life and the academic system at the University of Iowa, invites international students to attend a workshop to learn more about optional practical training (OPT) and how to manage stress during the job-seeking process. This live Q&A will be presented by Kevin Roiseland, senior advisor with International Student and Scholar Services, and Tianyi Xie, interim outreach director and staff psychologist, University Counseling Services. 

OPT and Stress Management Workshop 

When: Tuesday, January 30, from 4 – 6 p.m. (CST) 

Where: attend via Zoom* 
*This link will not be active until the day of the event. 
 
Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa-sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact Shuhui Lin in advance at shuhui-lin@uiowa.edu or 319-335-0335.  

International Programs (IP) at the University of Iowa (UI) is committed to enriching the global experience of UI students, faculty, staff, and the general public by leading efforts to promote internationally oriented teaching, research, creative work, and community engagement.  IP provides support for international students and scholars, administers scholarships and assistance for students who study, intern, or do research abroad, and provides funding opportunities and grant-writing assistance for faculty engaged in international research. IP shares their stories through various media, and by hosting multiple public engagement activities each year.