Join Life in Iowa and International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS) to learn basic information about Curricular Practical Training (CPT) and how to apply for CPT as a graduate or undergraduate student.

In partnership with the Pomerantz Career Center, Paula Ross, assistant director of the center, will join Pauline Beazer James, senior advisor in ISSS, to help international students revise their resumes and teach best practices for writing effective cover letters.

Whether you’re a first-year student or heading toward graduation this semester or next, we invite all international students to join this Life in Iowa event.

Date: Wednesday, November 13, 2024
Time: 4 – 5:30 p.m. (CST)
Location: International Commons, room 1117 of the University Capitol Centre

Life in Iowa is a program designed to assist international students in adjusting to life and the academic system here at the University of Iowa. It includes cultural events and academic sessions, as well as a career series.

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 319-335-0335 or shuhui-lin@uiowa.edu. 

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.