Participants leave our interactive workshops with the basic immigration, procedural, and intercultural knowledge and skills they need to succeed on diverse teams as they serve our international population.
Welcoming the World: Faculty & Staff Development Series
Through a partnership with Human Resources Talent Development, our office is offers a development series to equip the Tulane community with tools to work effectively with international students and scholars. Participants will learn immigration rules, intercultural tips, and key topics like admissions and work authorization to foster an inclusive, globally minded campus.
Hiring International Students
Wednesday, September 10 | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Zoom (Register Here)
Join us for an info session on the process of hiring international students. We'll cover the rules of international student employment, the process of obtaining a Social Security number, and the tax issues they may encounter.
From Visa Issuance to Arrival: Admitting & Onboarding International Students
Wednesday, October 15 | 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM | Zoom (Register Here)
Discover the journey of international students from visa issuance to arrival. We will cover admission, finance, document issuance, requesting a visa, and orientation. This comprehensive session will cover all stages of the onboarding process for new students.
International Spotlight: International Student Experience Panel
Monday, November 17 | 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM | Lavin-Bernicik Center (LBC), Room 201 (Race Conference Room) (RSVP Here)
We invite you to learn more about the international student experience here at Tulane and hear directly from international students. Our panel of current international students will cover both their victories and challenges at Tulane. If you work with international students, you won’t want to miss this!
Hosting and Hiring International Scholars & Employees
Thursday, January 15 | 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM | Zoom (Register Here)
Join us to discuss the various employment visa types and the process of sponsoring international employees and scholars for their immigration status. Learn what documents are required and the timeline to hire international scholars, staff, and faculty.
Tulane's Lawful Permanent Residence Policy
Tuesday, February 24 | 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM | Zoom (Register Here)
Learn about Tulane’s policy on sponsoring Green Cards. We will cover how to get started, what employees qualify, what fees are required and who pays.
Cultivating Success - Navigating Challenges and Empowering International Students
Tuesday, March 24 | 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM | Zoom (Register Here)
Discover the challenges international students face, from cultural adjustment to immigration concerns. Learn practical strategies to provide effective support and foster their success and well-being. We will also cover the resources in the Tulane community that support international students.
Wrapping Up - What to Know as International Students Finish Their Time at Tulane
Wednesday, April 15 | 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM | Zoom (Register Here)
As the semester wraps up, we invite you to attend this session to learn key information as students wrap up their program! Learn about summer travel, program extensions, grace periods, continuing education and post completion work authorization opportunities.
