ESSENTIAL NEWS
Autumn Quarter #8 November 23-27, 2009
NO CLASSES ON NOVEMBER 26 and 27
This is a reminder that there will be no school on Thursday, November 26 and Friday, November 27 in observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday. The IELP Office will also be closed on those days. We hope you enjoy the long holiday weekend!
CHECK YOUR I-20!
This is a reminder to check the expiration date on your I-20 (in section #5). If your I-20 is expiring at the end of this quarter and you are planning to continue studying in Winter Quarter, you need to request a program extension and bring an updated bank statement to Marissa or Sean. You must request an extension at least two weeks BEFORE the program end date. Call 206-543-6242 to make an appointment with Marissa or Sean. If you plan to transfer to another program or college, you will also need to turn in a Transfer Out form and proof of admission to the ELP Office in the UW Tower.
CALLING ALL PUBLIC SPEAKERS!
Is this your last quarter in the IEP? Would you like to practice making a speech? Do you need something special to add to your college application or your resume? Why not volunteer to give a short 2-5 minute graduation speech to your fellow students and teachers at the IEP End of Quarter Ceremony on Friday, December 11th? It's a great opportunity to reflect on your experiences as a student at UW and your life in Seattle. If you are interested, please send an email to Marissa at mliu@extn.washington.edu as soon as possible.
IEP END-OF-QUARTER CEREMONY
Mark your calendars now! We will be celebrating the end of the Autumn Quarter on Friday, December 11, at 2:00 pm in the HUB Auditorium. Please come and join your friends and teachers to congratulate the graduates and the outstanding students. There will be a reception with food following the ceremony. Seating is limited, so please be there *on time* to get a seat.
A MESSAGE FROM THE STUDENT SERVICES & IMMIGRATION ADVISORS
We are here to help you. We are happy to answer your questions about visas, I-20s, school transfers, or life in Seattle. If you have any questions, please send an email to us at aid@extn.washington.edu or make an appointment with Marissa or Sean at the UW Tower on the 13th floor by calling 206-543-6242.
A MESSAGE FROM THE ACADEMIC ADVISOR
As the Academic Advisor, I am available to help you with the application process to US colleges and graduate schools: how to select a college, how to apply, how to register for the TOEFL, and other questions about U.S. college or graduate school admissions. My office hours are Monday - Friday, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at the UW Tower. Please call the English Language Program Reception (206-543-6242) to schedule an appointment with Holly. I look forward to seeing you!
COMMENT BOXES IN THE UW TOWER, 13TH FLOOR
Do you have a comment, question, or suggestion for us? If so, we want to hear from you! Please stop by the IELP Office in the UW Tower, 13th Floor to fill out a comment form for us. We appreciate your feedback.
UPCOMING IELP ACTIVITIES
- Bellevue "Magic Season" Ice Skating, Saturday, December 5th
This is a holiday tradition held every year! Bundle up in your winter clothes and take a whirl at this open-air skating experience. Whether you skate like a pro or are just a beginner, this is a fun holiday activity for everyone!
Look for more announcements about our IELP activities in your email inbox! Please email the IELP Activities Assistant at
eslactiv@u.washington.edu if you have questions about IELP activities.
UPCOMING FIUTS ACTIVITIES
- Bring Your Own Wednesday Lunch, every Wednesday from 12:00-1:00 p.m. in HUB 302B.
Wednesday Lunch is an environmentally friendly event! Please bring your own mug or cup for drinks. The drinks are free but the cups won't be. You'll be able to purchase a disposable cup for $1 or get a FIUTS mug for $6.
- English Conversation Group, every Thursday at 4:30 in the HUB during the academic quarters.
FIUTS offers a weekly, free English conversation group led by native speakers.
- Thanksgiving Dinner with Local Hosts, Thursday, Nov. 26, 2009.
Experience a traditional Thanksgiving dinner with a local family.
- Urban Global Getaway Weekend, Nov. 27 - 29, 2009.
Head to Portland, Oregon or Vancouver, B.C. for a weekend of exploring and fun! Meet a group of students from around the world and enjoy dining, shopping, museums and more.
Do you have questions about FIUTS or FIUTS Activities? Email info@fiuts.org or visit the FIUTS office in HUB 302-B.
RIDDLES
Each Week we will include two challenging riddles in the Essential Newsletter. Try and figure out these tricky puzzles, and check your answers in next week's newsletter.
Last week's answers...
- What do hens study in college? Eggonomics
- When do dentists get angry? When they lose their patients
This week's riddles…
- I can sizzle like bacon, I am made with an egg, I have plenty of backbone, but lack a good leg, I peel layers like onions, but still remain whole, I can be long, like a flagpole, yet fit in a hole, What am I?
- No legs have I to dance, No lungs have I to breathe, No life have I to live or die And yet I do all three. What am I?
FUN THINGS TO DO IN SEATTLE
- Paramount Theater
If you're looking for historic venues look no further than Seattle's Paramount Theatre, which has provided box office tickets and entertainment to millions from its famous location of 911 Pine Street Seattle, WA. For eight decades, Paramount Theatre has brought delight to audiences of all ages in Seattle, Washington by featuring event tickets for vaudeville films and silent movies, live concerts, Broadway works, dance, and comedy.
- Benaroya Hall is Seattle's premiere concert hall and the downtown home of the Seattle Symphony. With an auditorium, recital hall, grand lobby and meeting rooms, Benaroya Hall hosts not only hundreds of musical concerts each year, but also company meetings, lectures, fundraising auctions, weddings and receptions. Check out the schedule here! www.seattlesymphony.org/benaroya/
