End of Semester - RETURNING STUDENTS Winter 2024

 


END OF SEMESTER 

FALL 2024 

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Please read this information carefully!  

Returning Student Information
    • TO DO LIST
    • Immigration Reminders
    • Spring Classes
    • Billing for Spring 2025
    • Winter Break Details
    • Important Dates
    • Emergencies over Winter Break
    • Apply to be an iMentor


Returning Student Information

The end of the fall semester is upon us!  We wish you well on exams and hope you have had a successful academic semester!

TO DO

 

Task

 

 Tell us about your Winter Break plans https://forms.gle/UJW5KSJz1v5PaC2b8

 

Get Travel Authorization Signature (if leaving the USA - see below )

 

Report immigration related changes (address, major, work, graduation date etc -see below)



Fill out break agreements for Residence Life (approved intl students stay for free)


IMMIGRATION REMINDERS (F-1 Students)

Travel Authorization

If you are planning to leave the USA this winter, you will need to have your I-20 signed by Kirsten Sheppard (Booking Link

DEADLINE FOR SIGNATURES: DECEMBER 11.
PLEASE MAKE AN APPOINTMENT! 


Please provide:

  1. Passport
  2. I-20 
  3. Be prepared to show your unofficial transcript to show that you have maintained enrollment and that you are registered for next year.
  4. If your entry visa will expire (or is already expired), you will also have to show proof of finances for 1 year of study. Check before you come in.

Working On-Campus

During Winter Break (starting 12/12, ending 1/5), you are eligible to work ON-CAMPUS ONLY for up to 40 hours/week.  

Internships/Practica/SPE

If you have been in the USA for at least 1 academic year, you may be eligible to do an off-campus internship (paid/unpaid) related to your field of study.  Make an appointment to talk with Kirsten Sheppard BEFORE you accept any offers. There are specific procedures and regulations to follow.  You can find CPT information on our Google Site.  You must have a new I-20 with authorization before you can begin working.

Address Changes

Please report any changes in address within 10 days.  

Major/Minor Changes

Look at your I-20.  Does your major match what your actual major is?  Have you changed/added a minor?  Please report any change in your major or minor within 10 days of declaration paperwork.  If it is different you will need to make an appointment with Kirsten Sheppard to get your I-20 changed.

SPRING CLASSES



Please verify that you are registered for at least 12 credits in Spring 2025.  They must be face-to-face* only.  Please use the Highlander Hub to check your course schedule and make any registration changes.  If you have questions about the new system, come talk with me or with your academic advisor!
* If you need to take an online class, you need to first talk with Kirsten Sheppard to determine eligibility.

BILLING FOR SPRING 2025




Student billing statements for Spring 2025 are available via the Highlander Hub.  To be assured that the courses for which they are registered remain active and to avoid a late fee, student accounts must now be settled by any deadlines given by the Business Office.  
Note: Insurance costs are higher in the spring because it covers you for 8 months instead of 4. 

WINTER BREAK DETAILS

Residence Life Break Agreements:
Just like for Thanksgiving, you need to fill out the RESIDENCE LIFE BREAK REQUEST form as well if you want to be approved to live on-campus during winter break. If you miss the deadline, you will be denied a space:


IMPORTANT DETAILS - IF APPROVED: 
  • International students will not need to pay the per night fee
  • There will be no food services from December 11 - January 5
  • Students LEAVING at the end of fall semester should fill out a break agreement for December 11-12  (Approval may vary by building for departing students)
  • Security is on campus over break
IF YOU DEPART OVER BREAK:
  • You do not need to move anything out of your rooms.  Your room will be locked, and you will not be able to access your room unless you complete a break agreement.
Campus Offices
 Campus offices remain open until December 20th.   However, many staff may be working remotely or taking vacation time.  Please make appointments rather than dropping in during this time.   Faculty are generally not on campus after December 11th.  Please email them with questions or concerns.  You may expect that they also are on break during this time and may not respond until January 6th.  Campus offices are closed from December 21 - January 5, 2025.

IMPORTANT DATES

Move-back-in, if you are leaving for break, is Sunday, January 5th at 1pm.




Emergencies During Winter Break


If you have an emergency over winter break, please call

1. 24/7 Campus Security +1-865-981-8112
2. Kirsten's cell phone at 865-591-8646 (or WhatsApp - same number)
 

IMENTOR PROGRAM

Leadership Opportunity Spring 2025


Each semester, new international students enroll in classes at Maryville College. Being new to the area, these students are excited to meet returning International & American students, learn more about the U.S., experience the local culture and for some, improve their English Language skills. The iMentor program facilitates connections between International and Domestic students and provides a structured program to maintain connections throughout academic year (or semester).

Let us know if you want to be an iMentor now!

  •  Be a leader and ambassador for MC
  •  Practice NACE competency skills (cross cultural fluency, communication)
  •  Enrich understanding of self and others by making a connection with someone who is culturally, ethnically, religiously, etc, different from oneself.

Apply to be an iMentor Now