Program Schedule
F-1 SEVIS ESSENTIALS
The F-1 SEVIS Essentials program provides a thorough explanation of the rudiments of F-1 Student status and F-1 SEVIS procedures for Designated School Officials who are either new to the profession or who just wish to brush up on their skills. The program is comprised of three levels, each building on the foundations of the previous level. All three levels are necessary to prepare a Designated School Official to perform his/her duties. You will learn the differences between law, policy and practice. Emphasis is placed on regulations, documents, terminology, procedures and case studies. A certificate of completion is awarded upon completion of all three levels.
F-1 SEVIS ESSENTIALS PROGRAM!
F-1 SEVIS ESSENTIALS — Level I
Date: May 5-6, 2010
Location: Boston, MA
Presenter: June Sadowski-Devárez, Founder and President
Date: July 14-15, 2010
Location: Holiday Inn — New York City
Presenter: June Sadowski-Devárez, Founder and President
Registration deadline: Two weeks before the program.
- Introduction to F-1 Student Status and SEVIS
- Issuing the Form I-20
- 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.: Obtaining the F-1 Visa and Entering the U.S.
- 1:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.: Changing Status to F-1
F-1 SEVIS ESSENTIALS — Level II
Date: March 24-25, 2010
Location: Holiday Inn — New York City
Presenter: June Sadowski-Devárez, Founder and President
Date: May 19-20, 2010
Location: Boston, MA
Presenter: June Sadowski-Devárez, Founder and President
Date: March 15-16, 2010 CANCELLED
Location: Jacksonville, FL
Presenter: Jennifer Golden, Director of Regional Training, IETS
Registration deadline: Two weeks before the program.
- 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.: Maintaining F-1 Status
- 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.: Transferring Schools and Changing Education Levels
- 1:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.: Travel and Reentry
F-1 SEVIS ESSENTIALS — Level III
Location: Holiday Inn — New York City
Presenter: June Sadowski-Devárez, Founder and President
Date:June, 2010 (Specific date will be posted shortly)
Location: Boston, MA
Presenter: June Sadowski-Devárez, Founder and President
Date: April 21-22, 2010 CANCELLEDLocation: Jacksonville, FL
Presenter: Jennifer Golden, Director of Regional Training, IETS
Registration deadline: Two weeks before the program.
- Regaining F-1 Student Status
- Introduction to Employment; On-campus Employment; Social Security Numbers
- Practical Training: Optional and Curricular
- Severe Economic Hardship
Workshop Registration: All three levels: $1,895; Per level: $750; Daily: $395
F-1 SEVIS Basics for Independent/Preparatory Schools
Date: April 7-8, 2010
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Location: Holiday Inn — New York City
Presenter: Jennifer Golden, Director of Regional Training
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Location: Fisher College, Boston, MA
Presenter: Jennifer Golden, Director of Regional Training
Who should attend Day 1?
All school personnel who interact with prospective international students and respond to their inquiries about admission, Forms I-20, and obtaining the F-1 visa to enter the U.S. to attend the school.
We will discuss the federal requirements associated with bringing F-1 international students to the U.S. and your school's compliance responsibilities.
Who should attend Day 2?
Designated School Officials at Preparatory Schools who are responsible for SEVIS reporting and the advising of F-1 students throughout their enrollment at their schools.
We will discuss the government's requirements for enrolling and transferring your F-1 international students and your school's compliance responsibilities. We will also review what students must do to maintain and regain F-1 status, as well as travel abroad while attending your school. You will walk away with a clear under-standing of best practices to implement at your school!
Workshop Registration: Both days: $750; One Day: $395
Registration Deadline: Two weeks before the program
J-1 SEVIS PROGRAMS
The J-1 SEVIS Essentials program is designed for professionals who need a thorough explanation of the rudiments of J-1 exchange visitor status and J-1 SEVIS procedures. Emphasis is placed on regulations, documents, terminology, procedures and case studies.
J-1 SEVIS ESSENTIALS
Date: March 10-11, 2010
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Location: Holiday Inn — New York City
Presenter: Sal Longarino, Trainer
Workshop Registration: $750
Registration deadline: Two weeks before the program.
PRACTITIONER PROGRAMS
Continuing professional development programs on timely and important topics for experienced Designated School Officials.
OPT Revisited CANCELLED
(If the new OPT regulations are out at this point, they will be covered)
Date: March 18, 2010
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Location: Holiday Inn - New York City
Presenters: June Sadowski-Devarez, Founder, Presenter and Trainer and Jeff Grundy Director, Office of International Students, New Jersey Institute of Technology
This program is for DSOs who want to have a thorough grasp of OPT. Attendees should understand the basics of OPT eligibility and application procedures. We will discuss:
Regular OPT as well as STEM and H-1b Cap Gap OPT ExtensionsApplication and adjudication issuesWhat is F-1 D/S while on OPT?What are the employment requirements?What are your reporting requirements?
Workshop Registration: $395
Registration Deadline: Two weeks before the program
June's Top Ten!!
The Top Ten SEVIS Pitfalls
Date: April 8, 2010
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Location: Holiday Inn - New York City
Presenters: June Sadowski-Devarez, Founder, President and Trainer
June is going to discuss the top ten F-1 SEVIS pitfalls she finds schools falling into. Come learn what they are and how you can avoid them at your school!
Workshop Registration: $395
Registration Deadline: Two weeks before the program
TO REGISTER, go to the Registration Information page.
