Culture & Social Life

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Culture & Social Life, Getting Settled, Resources for International Students and Scholars

Read This Before Driving in the U.S.

April 15, 2025 Comments Off on Read This Before Driving in the U.S.

You’re thinking about driving in the U.S. – maybe your campus is far from the city, or you just want the freedom to explore on your own schedule. Either way, before you hit the gas, there are a few important things you really need to know. 1. Can You Legally Drive in the U.S.? First […]

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Culture & Social Life, Getting Settled, Resources for International Students and Scholars

How to Apply for a Social Security Number (SSN) as an International Student in the U.S.

April 15, 2025 Comments Off on How to Apply for a Social Security Number (SSN) as an International Student in the U.S.

If you’ve recently landed in the U.S. as an international student and you’re planning to work, maybe an on-campus job, a paid internship, or an off-campus OPT/CPT, you’ve probably heard people mention a Social Security Number, or SSN. At first, it might sound a bit intimidating (especially if you’ve never had anything like it before), […]