ISSS Weekly Update
International Student and Scholar Services publishes the ISSS Weekly Update newsletter, an email sent to all international students at the start of each week.
isss.umn.eduI don’t have live access to current ISSS news in this moment. I can share a brief overview of how to find the latest International Student and Scholar Services updates and what to look for, based on typical ISSS communications.
What ISSS news usually covers
- Immigration policy changes and USCIS/Department of State updates that affect eligibility, travel, visas, and SEVIS statuses.
- Travel and re-entry guidance (document checklists, visa renewals, travel signatures, travel windows during breaks).
- Tax resources and filing reminders for international students and scholars.
- Campus programming, events, and office hours (walk-in advising, workshops, social or intercultural events).
How to locate the latest updates quickly
- Check your institution’s ISSS or OIS (Office of International Students) homepage for “News,” “Updates,” or “Announcements.”
- Look for a weekly or monthly digest/email similar to an “ISSS Weekly Update” or “News & Alerts.”
- Review a dedicated immigration updates page or FAQ section on the site; recent posts will note policy changes, deadlines, and emergency guidance.
- If your campus offers a live chat or drop-in advising, use that to ask for the most current instructions, especially if you have upcoming travel or visa appointments.
If you’d like, tell me your university or program (or paste a link to the ISSS page you’re using), and I can summarize the latest posted items and extract any upcoming deadlines, travel signatures, or important changes. I can also draft a concise checklist tailored to your situation (e.g., travel this summer, visa appointment, or SEVIS status maintenance).