Webinar Recordings

Find OIS webinars, workshops, and other presentations here.

Disclaimer: The material contained in recordings is preliminary and is intended to offer a general overview. The content is current as of the date the webinar was recorded and is not a substitute for an individual consultation with an OIS advisor about your specific circumstances. The topics covered do not constitute specific advice to any individual. Where applicable, JHU does not endorse or recommend any legal professionals or other outside vendors providing this presentation.

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Pre-Arrival Getting Connected Workshop for Students

This is a recording of the Pre-Arrival Getting Connected workshop for new international students. This workshop includes information on cultural adjustment, tips for living in the U.S. (including transportation, grocery & restaurants, weather and packing suggestions, JHU and community resources) as well as a discussion on general safety tips.

Workshop Recording and Presentation Slides

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Recorded on July 10, 2025

Pre-Arrival SEVIS Transfer Information Workshop for Students

This is a recording of the Pre-Arrival SEVIS Transfer workshop for new international students. This workshop includes information relevant for students who intend to request a SEVIS transfer to JHU.

Workshop Recording and Presentation Slides

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-Recorded on June 12, 2025

OPT Workshop

This is a recording of the OPT workshop for F-1 students. This workshop focuses on Post-Completion OPT. Specific information for summer 2025 graduates is provided.

Workshop Recording and Presentation Slides

Recorded on June 11. 2025

Pre-Arrival Housing Workshop for Students

This is a recording of the Pre-Arrival Housing workshop for new international students. This workshop offers information and resources to help students secure housing near the various JHU campuses.

Workshop Recording and Presentation Slides

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-Recorded on May 29, 2025

J-1 Exchange Visitor Travel Workshop

This is a recording of the Travel Workshop for J-1 Scholars and Students.

Workshop Recording and Presentation Slides

Recorded on May 7. 2025

Pre-Arrival Immigration Workshop for Students

This is a recording of the Pre-Arrival Immigration Information Session for new international students. This workshop offers an overview of the immigration process necessary for F-1/J-1 students, including I-20/DS-2019 request process, the visa application and interview process, traveling to the U.S., as well as an overview of JHU resources available to students.

Workshop Recording and Presentation Slides

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-Recorded on April 25, 2025

STEM OPT Reporting Workshop

This is a recording of the STEM OPT Reporting Requirements workshop for F-1 students and covers 6-month reporting and evaluation requirements as well as reporting other material changes while on STEM OPT.

Workshop Recording and Presentation Slides

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Recorded on April 4, 2025

Understanding 212(e) Two-Year Home Residency Requirement

This is a recording of webinar providing an overview of 212(e) two-year home residency requirement for J-1 Exchange Visitors.

Webinar recor ding

-Recorded on April 3, 2025

CPT Workshop

This is a recording of Curricular Practical Training (CPT) information workshop for F-1 students.

Workshop Recording and Presentation Slides

Recorded on March 27, 2025

STEM OPT Application Workshop

This is a recording of the STEM OPT Application workshop for F-1 students. The following topics are addressed in this workshop: eligibility requirements for a STEM Extension, employment requirements, the application process, and tips for filing a STEM OPT Extension.

Workshop Recording and Presentation Slides

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-Recorded on March 19, 2025

U.S. Taxation of International Student and Scholars Webinar

This is a recording of U.S. Taxation webinar providing an overview of tax filing for international students and scholars.

Workshop Recording

-Recorded on February 27. 2025

U.S. Immigration and Employment Options Webinar

This is a recording of webinar exploring various immigration and employment options like U.S. Permanent Residency and transitioning from F-1 and J-1 status to H-1B.

Webinar Recording

-Recorded on February 26, 2025

Travel Workshop for F-1 and J-1 Students

This is a recording of travel workshop for F-1 and J-1 students.

Workshop Recording and Presentation Slides

Recorded on February 21, 2025

OPT Workshop

This is a recording of the OPT workshop for F-1 students. This workshop focuses on Post-Completion OPT information. Specific information for Fall 2025 graduates is provided.

Workshop Recording and Presentation Slides

-Recorded on February 5, 2025