International & Exchange Student Center

STEP 2a: International Student (F1) Mandatory Immigration Advisement Session Spring 2015

Functions of the International & Exchange Student Center (IESC)

Who are we and what do we do?
IESC provides the following services to all international (F1) students once they have been formally admitted to the university: 1) Ensure that students comply with the laws and regulations of the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS); 2) Refer students to the appropriate department for academic advising in their major field of study; 3) Advise students with personal or academic related problems;

IESC FUNCTIONS (con’t)

In addition to providing immigration advisement services, the IESC also coordinates cultural and social events so that international students can share their national heritage with the campus educational community.

A New Student Orientation Program is provided before the semester begins to assist international students in adjusting to the campus environment and American customs.

CONTACT INFORMATION
Address: 18111 Nordhoff Street Northridge, CA 91330-8445

Telephone: (818) 677-3053 Fax: (818) 677-4191

Website:
Location:

www.csun.edu/international
University Student Union (USU), Building C
Click here for a campus map.

HOURS OF OPERATION
Office Hours
Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm
(Students may pick-up and drop-off documents during these hours. Please call ahead to check on the status of your request.)

Walk-In Advising Hours
Monday-Friday, 9:00am-12:00pm and 1:00pm-4:00pm
(Foreign Student Advisors are available to meet with students—no appointment required.)
Note: Walk-in Advisement schedule is subject to change. To confirm hours, you may call in advance of your visit.

Meet the IESC Staff

DR. MARTA LOPEZ
Director

PATRICIA MARQUEZ
Assistant Director, Foreign Student Advisement

JULIET AYLMER
Study Abroad & NSE Advisor

ANDREA MARQUES-PEREZ
Administrative Support Coordinator

Foreign Student Advisors
BRENDA ACOSTA CINDY CRUZ REBECCA HERNANDEZ CYNTHIA MACIAS

APISDA KONKANKIT SEVIS Coordinator

BESNIKE SAITOSKI Academic Liason

Roles and Functions of CSUN Advisors
Who should you contact if you have questions?

International Admissions Advisors
Your admissions advisor is NOT located in the IESC. Click here for you admissions advisor’s contact information.

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Evaluates admission applications Admits international students Helps with transcript evaluation Issues CSUN’s Form I-20 (once student is formally admitted)

Academic Advisement for your first semester:
Your academic advisor is NOT located in the IESC. If you are an Undergraduate Student, contact Geraldine Sare, International Academic Advisor for new undergraduate students. Call 818-677-2969 to schedule an appointment or communicate via email at ugs.intladvisor@csun.edu.  Before you arrive, complete the Response Questionnaire and Online Workshop.  You will be assisted with the pre-enrollment process and a review of your academic plan for your first semester  Graduate Students must contact their Academic Department.

Foreign Student Advisor (FSA)
(Click here for your FSA’s contact info)

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Provide immigration advice. Review academic information to ensure compliance with federal regulations. Review and approve employment authorization: on-campus and off-campus. Process requests for letters, travel signatures, etc. Provide referrals to other services on campus.

Reminder: Always consult your FSA regarding immigration regulations during our walk-in advising hours, by phone or via email. Student Assistants
  Facilitate student requests and walk in inquiries Confirms the status of your request (i.e. Are your documents ready for pick up?)

IMPORTANT IMMIGRATION DOCUMENTS

All international students are REQUIRED to have the following documents while they are studying at CSUN:

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VALID PASSPORT VALID FORM I-20 ISSUED BY CSUN F1 VISA OR VISA STAMP I-94 (STAMPED F-1 D/S) Card or the Automated I-94 Print Out PROOF OF ADEQUATE HEALTH INSURANCE

PASSPORT
 Maintain a valid passport at all times.
 Renew your passport at least six months prior to the expiration date.  Your passport can be renewed within the United States at your country’s consulate office or embassy. (Please contact your country’s consulate office for instructions on how to renew your passport.)  Submit a copy of the passport ID and expiration page to IESC.

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Form I-20
An I-20 is the official immigration document that is issued to a student once s/he has been formally admitted to a university.  Student must have an I-20 from the school s/he wishes to attend for the F1 visa interview.  Student may enter the U.S. up to 30 days prior to the program start date that is printed on ITEM #5 of I-20.  Student must enter the U.S. by the program start date printed on ITEM #5 of the I-20.  Student must have a valid I-20 at all times when studying in the U.S. as an F1 student.  The I-20 expires on the date student completes his/her studies. This cannot be extended once s/he has graduated.  If your I-20 gets lost, stolen or damaged, you must request a replacement I-20 by filling out the Request for New I-20 form.

F1 Visa
A visa is a stamp or sticker that is placed in your passport at a U.S. consulate or embassy outside the U.S. Students need a valid F1 visa to enter the United States.
 You may remain in the U.S. with an expired visa, as long as you have a valid I-20 and you are otherwise maintaining your F1 status.  If you travel outside the U.S., you must make sure that your F1 visa is valid for your entry or re-entry to the U.S.
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F1 Visa Renewal
 An expired visa must be renewed at a U.S. consulate/embassy outside of the U.S. prior to re-entry.
 Students who plan to travel outside the U.S. and need to renew their F-1 visa must do the following:  Schedule an appointment with the U.S. Embassy/Consulate in their home country.  Check with the U.S. Embassy in home country for list of required documents and processing times.  Request IESC for a travel signature on page 3 of their most current Form I-20.  Students are responsible for paying all required fees associated with the F1 visa renewal procedure.

Form I-94 Arrival/Departure Record
  A white I-94 card, also known as the Arrival/Departure card, is given to you when you enter the U.S. The immigration officer at the port of entry must stamp this card with the date of arrival and a stamp indicating D/S which means “Duration of Status.” • It covers the period of time for the completion of your course of study plus any periods of authorized practical training, plus 60 days for your preparation to depart the United States.

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Student must surrender this card whenever s/he departs the U.S.
Please check next slide for New automated I-94 process.

Please write your name on the I-94 card as it appears on your F1 visa.

NEW Automated Form I-94 Arrival/Departure Record
 Effective April 30, 2013, for travel via air and sea, the U.S. Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) will no longer issue paper versions of the Form I-94 upon your entry to the U.S. Instead, the Port of Entry Officer will place an admission stamp in your passport marked with the visa status (F1, J1, etc.) and the letters "D/S" to indicate you have properly entered the U.S. Your arrival and departure information will be recorded electronically in the CBP's database. If you are traveling by land, you will be issued a paper Form I-94.  International students may access their electronic Form I-94 online within approximately 24 hours of their arrival to the U.S. All students should keep a printed Form I-94 with their passport in case they apply for future benefits such as work authorizations, social security numbers, or driver's licenses.  For more information about the new Form I-94 process, please visit the Customs and Border Patrol website.

Entry to the U.S.
Students must have the following documents at the Port of Entry in order to enter the U.S. • Original CSUN I-20 (copies are not accepted) • Valid passport • Valid F1 visa stamp

IMPORTANT: You must enter the U.S. as early as 30 days prior to the date printed in item 5 of the CSUN Form I-20 and NO LATER than such date. New students for Spring 2015, you must enter the U.S. by January 12, 2015. Please plan your trip accordingly.

For information on what to expect upon your arrival to a U.S. Port of Entry, click here.

MANDATORY HEALTH INSURANCE
Medical attention is quite costly in the U.S. To prevent major medical expenses, CSUN requires all international students to have health insurance coverage while studying at CSUN. All international students will have a "Foreign" registration hold at the beginning of every registration appointment as a reminder to submit proof of health insurance to IESC for review. Health Insurance Cards are not accepted as proof. Students may purchase CSUN’s health insurance at www.csuhealthlink.com

ALTERNATE HEALTH INSURANCE
Government Sponsored Students Students who are financially sponsored by the home country’s government must email a copy of their Financial Guarantee Letter as their proof of health insurance to insurance@csun.edu. Please include your first name, last name, and CSUN ID number in the subject line of the email. Alternate Student Health Insurance If you prefer to purchase an alternate health insurance policy, please ensure that it meets CSUN’s minimum health insurance policy requirements--see next slide for these requirements. You must email your proof of insurance to insurance@csun.edu for review. Please include your first name, last name, and CSUN ID number in the subject line of the email.

MINIMUM HEALTH INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS
Your health insurance company must provide you with proof of insurance. The document must include ALL of the following information; otherwise, it will be denied. Health insurance cards are not accepted as proof of insurance.  Student’s first and last name must be clearly stated on the proof of coverage;  Students should be covered for the entire academic year or at the very least, the entire semester. The effective coverage start and end dates (mm/dd/year) must be clearly indicated on the proof of coverage;  Students are required to show minimum coverage of at least $100,000 for medical benefits;  In addition to the medical benefit, students must show at least $30,000 for emergency evacuation and repatriation benefits;  The deductible must not exceed $500;  Policies purchased in countries other than the United States must be officially translated in English;  All relevant amounts must be shown in U.S. dollars. Please note: Policies that require students to pay for medical services first and then apply for a reimbursement will not be accepted.

Health Immunization Record
Required Immunizations:
All students must show proof of health immunization for the following:
 Measles, Mumps, Rubella and Rubeola  Hepatitis B (for students who are under 19 years)

Please submit your proof of immunization to the Klotz Student Health Center (SHC) as soon as possible.
NOTE: Students will be unable to register for classes for their second semester at CSUN until each immunization requirement is met. Login to the web portal to check the status of the immunization hold in the middle of your first semester at CSUN. Contact the SHC for more information on services, costs and availability.

SEVIS AND IMMIGRATION REGULATIONS

• What is SEVIS? • How to Maintain Your F1 Status • Travel/Re-entry to U.S. • Working in the U.S.

WHAT IS SEVIS?
Student and Exchange Visitor Information System
SEVIS is an online database that allows United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to track all international students. IESC communicates with immigration through SEVIS.

MAINTAINING YOUR F-1 STATUS
To maintain your student status, you must comply with immigration regulations and university policies by:
 Registering in a full course of study;  Meeting deadlines;  Obtaining permission from IESC for certain situations.
Always consult with a FSA about the implications on your immigration status.

Full-Course of Study
To be in compliance with F1 immigration regulations and the university polices, F1 students must enroll in full-time units every semester. Please refer to chart below. PROGRAM LEVEL MINIMUM NUMBER OF UNITS NEEDED EACH SEMESTER

Bachelor’s degree
2nd Bachelor’s degree Master’s degree Doctorate

12
12 8 6*
*DEPENDS ON SPECIFIC DEPARTMENT REQUIREMENTS

Students who fail to enroll in full-time units by the last add/drop date of each semester will fall out of status and will need to apply for the reinstatement of their immigration status through USCIS.

COURSE REGISTRATION DATES
The Office of Admissions and Records will mail you your registration appointment dates by mail for the first semester ONLY. Afterwards, you will need to login to your CSUN Student Portal to view your registration dates online. To learn how to view your Registration Appointment online, please click here and follow the steps provided.

REGISTRATION APPOINTMENTS
Each academic term has three registration periods: • Registration-by-Appointment Period – By appointment only, eligible students may access SOLAR to add, drop or swap classes; change the grading basis of a class; and confirm their schedule. Registration in repeated courses is not permitted at this time. Nonrestrictive Registration Period – Students may access SOLAR to add, drop and swap classes; change the grading basis of a class; and review or confirm schedule. No appointment is necessary. Registration in repeated courses is permitted beginning with the date published at Repeat Policy. Late Registration/Schedule Adjustment Period – Late Registration and Schedule Adjustment begins with the first weekday of classes. You may add and swap classes online with permission numbers only, drop classes and change the basis of grading. Registration in repeated courses is permitted with a permission number. To learn more, see Add and Drop Classes.

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To view Registration Periods and other dates by semester, go to Semester Bulletin.

Registration Instructions for Undergraduate Students
Your academic advisor will contact you by email once you have been admitted to the university. Your advisor will pre-register you in classes for your first semester. Please wait until you are contacted by your academic advisor.
COLLEGE
BUSINESS & ECONOMICS (Freshmen students only) BUSINESS & ECONOMICS (Transfer Students only) ENGINEERING & COMPUTER SCIENCE SCIENCE & MATH

ACADEMIC ADVISOR
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CONTACT INFORMATION cobaessc@csun.edu (818) 677-3537 cobaessc@csun.edu (818) 677-3537 reza.sayed.28@csun.edu (818) 677-4558 Elizabeth.Rigos@csun.edu Larry.arbino@csun.edu (818)677-2024 (818) 677-2883 http://www.csun.edu/~sch_educ/ (818) 677-5116

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Reza Sayed Elizabeth Riegos-Olmos

ARTS, MEDIA, COMMUNICATION

Larry Arbino

HEALTH & HUMAN DEVELOPMENT EDUCATION (Deaf Studies Only)

Mario Lopez -----

HUMANITIES
SOCIAL & BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES

Marvin Villanueva
Dorna Basiratmand

movillan@csun.edu (818) 677-4767 dorna@csun.edu (818) 677-2658

Registration Instructions for Graduate Students

Graduate level students (Master’s Degree) should contact their advisors of their major department for guidance on their program and course requirements.

TUITION AND FEES
Students are responsible for paying all required tuition and fees to University Cash Services. Please visit their website for tuition payment information, including payment methods and deadlines.

*WARNING*
STUDENTS WILL BE DISENROLLED FOR NON-PAYMENT IF FEES ARE NOT PAID BY THE POSTED PAYMENT DEADLINE. FOR GOVERNMET SPONSOR STUDENTS ONLY, PLEASE EMAIL YOUR FINANCIAL GUARANTEE LETTER TO sponsorship@csun.edu TO AVOID DISENROLLMENT.

Additional Resources

Academic Calendar
Semester Bulletin How to Guides for Students

MAKING NORMAL ACADEMIC PROGRESS
CSUN requires that all students pass their classes and maintain a certain grade point average throughout their academic program.

PROGRAM LEVEL Bachelor’s Degree 2nd Bachelor’s Degree Master’s Degree Doctorate

MINIMUM GPA REQUIREMENT 2.0 2.0 3.0 3.0

Required Exams
MSA/EPT Exams CSUN requires selected students to take the English Placement Test (EPT) and the Math Selection Assessment Test (MSA) after admission and prior to enrollment in classes at CSUN. The Upper Division Writing Proficiency Exam (UDWPE) The UDWPE is a graduation requirement for ALL students.  Undergraduate students- university policy requires that you take the UDWPE no later than the semester in which you complete 75 units. If you do not take the exam by this deadline, you will have a hold placed on future registration for classes.  Graduate students- usually required to pass the UDWPE in order to achieve “Classified” status. Please click here for more information on the UDWPE.

Concurrent Enrollment
Definition: Taking a class(es) at another school in the U.S. while enrolled for classes at CSUN for fall and/or spring semesters. SEVIS record (I-20) remains at CSUN. Students may take classes concurrently at another school provided:  They are enrolled in a minimum of 6 units (undergraduate) or 4 units (graduate) at CSUN;  The combined units will add up to a full-time course load each semester;  They submit a completed Concurrent Enrollment Request form;  Students submit proof of enrollment from the school where concurrent enrollment is permitted within ONE WEEK of receiving the concurrent enrollment letter. Students are responsible for:  clarifying transfer requirements with academic departments;  making sure that the classes they take at other institutions do not exceed the permitted number of transferrable units to CSUN;  getting permission from financial sponsor—if sponsored by home country’s government/embassy.
Please note: Summer and winter intersessions are considered optional sessions; therefore, continuing students may be permitted to take classes concurrently during winter and summer sessions and are not required to be enrolled at CSUN.

Online Courses
F1 students are permitted to enroll in one online class (equivalent to 3 units) per semester to count towards their full-time requirement. Please register for classes accordingly. For example: An undergraduate student can enroll in 9 units of in-class courses, and 3 units of an online course and still maintain full-time status. Note: If you have only one class left to graduate, this class must be an in-class traditional course to be in compliance with legal guidelines governing your F-1 status.

EXCEPTIONS TO THE FULL-TIME REQUIREMENT
All F1 students are required to be enrolled in full-time units. Only under special extenuating circumstances that fall within USCIS regulations and result in the inability to maintain full-time enrollment this semester, students may submit a completed Part-Time Request Form and supporting documents (if applicable) to IESC by the posted deadline for review. Failure to submit requests by this deadline will affect student’s immigration status. Please click here for information about the exceptions to the full-time enrollment requirement and then meet with your Foreign Student Advisor at the IESC. Important note: Dropping below full-time status without PRIOR authorization from IESC is a violation of your F1 status, which will jeopardize your legal immigration status.

Leave of Absence
(This is for continuing students only)

Under certain circumstances, students can request a semester off during their program. This is called a Leave of absence. Students must meet with a FSA to discuss their situation and options. They are required to submit a completed Request for Leave of Absence form along with supporting documents.

A student can request up to 2 semesters of leave of absence; however, leave of absence will be approved for one semester at a time.
Students who need to request a leave of absence for personal reasons may not remain in the U.S. in F-1 status. The I-20 for a student who will remain outside the U.S. will be terminated. A new I-20 may be issued for the semester in which the student will resume studies. Students who do not resume studies after two semesters will need to reapply to the university.

Medical Leave of Absence
Students approved for a complete medical leave of absence may return to their home country or remain in the U.S. based on the written recommendation of a qualified medical practitioner.
They may request part-time status or a complete leave of absence based on medical reasons for no more than a total of 12 months during their academic program. Students who do not resume studies after two semesters will need to reapply to the university.

Personal Contact Information
New students must update their U.S. address, telephone number and emergency contact by updating the Student Portal. Once you update your address, IESC will receive an automatic notification of the address update, and we will report the changes in SEVIS. You have 10 days to report any changes to your personal information through the CSUN Student Portal. Important: IESC cannot activate your SEVIS record if we do not have a U.S. address for you. Please make sure you update your U.S. address upon your arrival to the U.S.

U.S. Address and Emergency Contact Information Update

Please click on this link to update your U.S. address and your emergency contact information: http://www.csun.edu/anr/soc/guides/personalinfo.html

Reporting Changes to IESC
Extension of Stay (please click) If you are unable to complete your program of study by the expiration date noted in item #5 on your I-20 form you must apply for a program extension at least 60 days prior to that expiration date. Please fill out the “Extension of Stay” form. Change of Major (please click) You must report any change of your major and degree level to the IESC no later than 10 days after the change has been made by Admissions and Records and is visible on your web portal. IESC is required to report these changes in SEVIS. Please fill out the “Request for New I-20” form.

Transfer of SEVIS Record to new school
Students who wish to attend another school in the U.S. must submit a Transfer Release Form and a copy of the new school’s admission letter to IESC for review. Deadlines:  New students who intend to transfer out to another school must request and process their transfer no later than the first day of classes.  New students who entered the U.S. on an “Initial” CSUN I-20 and want to transfer to another school must request their SEVIS record to be transferred out no later than 30 days after their arrival into the US.  Continuing students must request their SEVIS record to be transferred out no later than the add/drop deadline of the following semester (at CSUN) in which they wish to transfer out OR no sooner than the last day of their final semester.

TRAVELING

Traveling Outside the U.S.
To re-enter the U.S. as an F1 student, you must have the following:
• • • • a valid passport (must be valid at least 6 months into the future); valid F1 visa; valid CSUN I-20; and A valid travel signature—see below.

Travel Signature

 Students should request a travel signature on their CSUN I-20 from the IESC before they leave the U.S.  Travel signatures are granted to students who are eligible to continue in their program upon their return to the U.S.  Each travel signature is valid for one year provided the student continues to maintain legal immigration status.  Students who need to travel during the semester will need to notify all of their professors to inform them of their absences. Students are responsible for making arrangements with their professors for any missed assignments/exams.

For travel signature information: Travel Signature Request Form

Please check this website for any country specific travel warnings: http://travel.state.gov

EMPLOYMENT OPTIONS
WORKING IN THE U.S.--LEGALLY

On-Campus Employment
On-campus employment is a benefit of an F-1 student. Employment is not guaranteed.  International students are permitted to work on-campus: • Part-Time (up to 20 hours per week) for spring and fall semesters • Full- Time (20+ hours per week) during summer and winter breaks  The Verification of International Student Status form must be endorsed by the IESC and submitted to the Office of Human Resources on campus.  You may start working AFTER employment authorization documents have been submitted to HR.  Social Security Number: Students need to apply for a Social Security Number in order to get paid from their employer. If you need a Social Security Number, you must apply for one at a Social Security Administration Office.

Off-campus Employment
F-1 students are non-immigrants; therefore, they are not eligible for Financial Aid. Sometimes students may experience severe financial hardship caused by unforeseen circumstances beyond their control. For example, the financial sponsor may become seriously ill, retire from employment, a natural disaster may impact the student's home country, etc. Eligible F-1 students may request a recommendation for Off-Campus employment authorization from the International and Exchange Student Center (IESC).
 Students must submit an official application to USCIS for work authorization.

 If approved, international students are permitted to work off-campus: • 20 hours per week or less when school is in session. • 40 hours per week during summer and winter breaks.
You may start working AFTER you receive your employment authorization document.

PRACTICAL TRAINING
Practical Training for F-1 students is intended to provide hands-on practical work experience that is complementary to their academic program. There are 2 types of practical training:

• CURRICULAR PRACTICAL TRAINING (CPT) • OPTIONAL PRACTICAL TRAINING (OPT)
Detailed information is available at www.csun.edu/international or through our employment workshops.
Always consult with a Foreign Student Advisor BEFORE you accept employment in the U.S.

IMPORTANT REMINDERS

 CHECK YOUR EMAIL: Forward your CSUN email to your regular email account – so you don’t need to check two email in-boxes!
If you have problems setting up your CSUN email account, please contact the CSUN IT Help Center.

 Third Party Consent IESC respects your privacy and will not share your personal, academic or immigration information to anyone without prior written consent from you. If you are unable to get in contact with an FSA or pick up documents from IESC, you may authorize friends or family members (third party) to act on your behalf. You must give permission in writing to IESC by completing the Third Party Consent Form.

CSUN STUDENT ID CARD
All new CSUN students must purchase a Photo ID card. To obtain your Photo ID, you must bring $5.00 and additional identification (e.g. valid California Driver's License, a DMV ID card, or a passport) to University Cash Services in Bayramian Hall. Your student ID card is required: • for all transactions at CSUN • to obtain campus services from the Library • for the Student Health Center • for the University Student Union • to Vote in Associated Student elections • to obtain tickets from the Associated Student Ticket Office at reduced rates and to attend CSUN athletic events and selected other campus programs free of charge.

Use Campus Resources
Know where to get information
Oviatt Library Klotz Student Health Center Center on Disabilities University offices

Learning Resource Center
Career Center International & Exchange Student Center

University Counseling Services

Klotz Student Health Center
Hours: Mon – Wed: 8:00am-5:00pm Thur: 9:00am–5:00pm Phone: (818) 677-3666 E-mail: shcinfo@xsun.edu

Urgent Care Only: Fri: 8:00am–5:00pm

If you are ill, injured or have an urgent medical need, you may walk in to the Klotz Student Health Center without an appointment.

Services: -Basic -Alternative Immunizations -Lab, X-Ray & Pharmacy -Sexual & Reproductive Health -Specialists & Specialties -Campus & Community -Health Promotion/ Education

University Counseling Center
Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM Location: Bayramian Hall- Room 520 Why Seek Services at University Counseling: • The services are confidential and convenient. • The services are free to regularly enrolled students. • The staff are experienced clinicians: psychologists, counselors and social workers. Making an Appointment: • Please call 818-677-2366 between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM Monday-Friday.

Services Offered: • Individual Counseling • Group Counseling • Psychiatric Consultation • Urgent Care Assistance
For information visit http://www.csun.edu/counseling/services/

Parking Information
STUDENT SEMESTER PARKING PERMIT: $ 180.00 YOU MUST PURCHASE ONLINE!
MyNorthridge Portal  Student Tab  “My Financial Obligations”  “Parking Permits”  Purchase Parking Permits Online

STUDENT DAILY PARKING PERMIT: $ 6.00 for Lots B1, B3 & B5 Parking Structures, lots B6, E6, G3 structure, G4, G10, Students with residential parking permits (R) may park in any student parking lots, the UPA parking structure (G9), and Lot F10, located north of Lassen Street.

Local Transportation www.metro.net
The Metro transit station which is located off of Vincennes Street, in the west side of the campus, just north of University Hall. The Transit center offers a convenient on-campus location to be dropped off or picked-up on weekdays (no weekend service). The following bus services operate from the Transit Center: Metro Bus Line 167 (Plummer Street) Metro Bus Line 741 (Reseda Rapid) AVTA 787 Express (Antelope Valley) Check www.metro.net for bus timetable information

Bicycle Theft Prevention
Do: • Register your bicycle with CSUN's Bicycle Registration Program. • Use a quality, hardened "U" type lock, securing the main (largest) portion of the frame and the front tire. • Secure your bicycle to a bicycle rack. (University regulations do not allow bicycles in campus buildings or securing your bicycle to trees, sign posts, hand railings, etc.) • Record the make, model, and serial number of your bicycle and keep it in a safe place. Don't: • Leave your unlocked bicycle unattended "just for a minute". Use a cable or chain lock, no matter how large as they are easily defeated with bolt cutters.

CSUN Tram
Tram Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:00 am to 5:30 pm . Signs will be posted at the designated tram stops announcing service interruptions. Tram Stop locations are: Tram stop #1: west of UPA #4 Tram stop #2: south side F8 parking lot by UPA #9 Tram Stop #3: east of the soccer fields by the restrooms Tram Stop #4: South of Redwood Hall A bus continues the service during the hours of darkness Monday - Thursday from 5:30 pm to 10:30 pm. The bus stops locations are located as follows: Parking Lot F10 Same as tram stop #1: west of UPA #4 Same as tram Stop #4: South of Redwood Hall

Meal Plan Information
The Meal Plan Office is located on the third floor of the Sierra Center inside The University Corporation, between Sierra Hall and Jerome Richfield Hall
Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm Phone Number: (818) 677-2655 Email: mealplan@csun.edu Mailing Address (Please copy exactly as is): The University Corporation Meal Plan Office 18111 Nordhoff Street Northridge, CA 91330-8309 http://www.csun.edu/tuc/residential-dining

For Emergencies, dial 9-1-1 From Mobile Phones, dial 818-677-2111 For 24 hour Police Dispatch, dial 818-677-2111
Main campus location: Corner of Darby Avenue & Prairie Street. Main police headquarters are open 24 hours, 7 days a week. Substation is located in the G7 parking lot, south of UPA 14 in the housing complex.
•Receptionist: 818-677-2266 •Parking: 818-677-2157 •Crime Prevention & Community Relations: 818-677-7922 •Administration: 818-677-2201 •"We Tip" Hotline: 818-677-TIPS (8477) Dial the last four digits if using a campus phone.

• The Matador Patrol's primary mission is to provide the university community with nighttime personal safety escorts during the fall and spring academic sessions, Monday through Thursday - from dusk until 11:00pm. • To request this valuable personal safety service, please call (818) 677-5042 or (818) 677-5048.

S.T.O.P.
Incidents of computer theft, particularly laptops, are frequent on college campuses nationwide. (S.T.O.P.Security Tracking of Office Property) for computer equipment and other electronic valuables such as cameras, PDA's (personal desktop assistants), projectors, iPods, etc. THE FACTS: • 97% of them are never recovered, according to the FBI. • Data stored on the devices-financial data, personal documents, student records, etc - is critical. • The equipment itself - notebooks, Blackberry's, PDA's, iPods, cell phones-are expensive. The S.T.O.P. (Security Tracking of Office Property) program incorporates a security plate and warning label which are applied to the equipment being protected. This highly visible warning label and security plate (registered with S.T.O.P headquarters) warns would-be thieves by clearly marking the property ("Warning Police Identifiable") - making it difficult to resell the item. If the security plate is tampered with, a chemically bonded "tattoo" stating "Stolen Property, Call 800-488STOP" will be left behind on the surface of the property underneath the S.T.O.P security plate. Cost: $10. Contact daniel.foster@csun.edu

Tips for Emergency Evacuations
In the event of an emergency: • Take all immigration documents with you; • Contact us at iesc@csun.edu. Inform us of your location and how we can contact you. • If you cannot get a hold of us, contact SEVP to let them know where you are and how they can reach you. Email to SEVP at SEVIS.source@dhs.gov • Also, contact your local embassy or consulate office for country specific updates. • Visit www.travel.state.gov for important travel warnings. • Further emergency resources can be located at: http://www.csun.edu/emergency/emergency-resources

Important Reminders Continued

 IESC does not require ANY fees for the services it provides to international students. No fees, under any circumstances, shall be submitted to IESC.  Ask questions. Do not assume anything.

 Obtain clear information on all issues so that you do not make any mistakes.

This is the end of STEP 2a: Online Immigration Advisement Session for International Students.

Please return to the Main MOODLE page and click on the STEP 2b Link-International Student Immigration Advisement Quiz.