International Services for Students and Scholars (ISSS)

ELECTRONIC NEWSLETTER

Serving the International Students/Scholars at Rensselaer

Volume 14, Issue 2 Date: September 16, 2004


Table of contents:
Crime Alert
English Class
Internationals Working in the USA Seminar


Crime Alert

On Wednesday September 15, 2004 at approximately 12:40 am a female was attacked outside her residence in the area of Beman Lane in Troy. The suspect was nude and wore a shirt around his head. The suspect grabbed the victim, who was then able to get into her vehicle to get help.

SUSPECT DESCRIPTION

The suspect is described as a white male, early 30's, stocky build with blonde hair. The investigation is continuing with Troy Police.

Tips or information relating to this incident should be directed to the Department of Public Safety 276-6242 or Troy Police Detective Bureau at 270-4426.
Safety Reminder:

Be aware of your surroundings. Report any suspicious persons, activities or vehicles immediately.

Don't walk alone. Do not confront any suspicious persons.
Walk with a friend. Use the Red Hawk and CDTA Shuttles.
Use the personal safety escort service available 24/7.
Know the locations of emergency call boxes.
CALL PUBLIC SAFETY IMMEDIATELY!!
This notice is produced by the Department of Public Safety as required by Federal Law.

Information Provided by Rensselaer Department of Public Safety

Non-Emergency/Escorts: 276-6656

EMERGENCY: 276-6611
Are you trying to learn English?


English Class

Do you know students, scholars, faculty, staff, or spouses who want to improve their English?

If so, this information may be of interest to you.

Rensselaer offers a course on "Listening & Speaking in English" (ADMN 1010-03).
The class explores how spoken English is different than written English.
Participants practice their listening and speaking skills while learning about American language, culture, music, and more.

This course is offered fall semesters only.
This semester, the class meets Mondays and Thursdays, 8-9:20 am, in Sage 4203.

If you or someone you know is interested, come to class next week (9/13 or 9/16).
For more information, contact Brea Barthel at <barthb2@rpi.edu>


Internationals Working in the USA

The International Office (ISSS) and the Career Development Center Office are hosting a seminar to cover the following topics.

Have questions about: How to get a job? How to get permission to work in the United States?

Speakers include:

• Tom Tarantelli from the Career Development Center speaking about their services for students and what students should start doing to enhance their chances of getting a job.
• Jane Havis from the ISSS office will talk about what kinds of work permission is available for F-1 and J-1 students and how to obtain it.
• Michele Santucci, an immigration lawyer, will be talking about what work choices international students have after they graduate and have used their work permission from their student visa.

This seminar will be held on Thursday, September 30. It will start at 5:00pm and end at 6:00pm and will be held in the DCC 318.