Dashew Center for International Students and Scholars
Upcoming Events
FALL ENGLISH LANGUAGE CIRCLE: OCTOBER 21 (IN-PERSON)
Wed 10/21 • 12PM - 1PM PDT
Are you looking for a safe and supportive space to practice your English conversation skills? Check out Dashew Center's English Language Circle (ELC)! Here you will have an opportunity to practice your English with other language learners. The circle is led by a native English speaker, who will help you become more confident in your speaking skills and who can answer your language and grammar questions. While this week's ELC session will take place in person, please note that our program for Fall 2026 will operate on an alternating hybrid schedule. ELC meet virtually during odd weeks (weeks 3, 5, 7, and 9) and in-person during even weeks (weeks 2, 4, 6, and 10.) Please be sure to check the full description before registering. Space is limited to 20 participants per session, and participants are welcome to bring and enjoy their lunch during these meetings.
FALL OPT WEBINARS (FOR F-1 VISA STUDENTS)
Wed 10/21 • 2PM - 3PM PDT
UCLA F-1 visa students, do you want to know more about off-campus employment authorization? Join us on one of our weekly OPT webinars hosted by the Dashew Center staff to learn more! Time: 2 - 3pm (Pacific Time)
International Food Festival with Wescom Financial
Wed 10/21 • 5:30PM - 8:30PM PDT RSVP
Ackerman Union, Grand Ballroom, 2nd Floor
Are you looking to enjoy an international food experience? Join the UCLA Dashew Center, Wescom Financial, and ASUCLA for an evening celebrating international food and community! Enjoy international food, live student performances, games, giveaways, and more. Wescom Financial will also offer on-site account openings during the event. Register today!
J-1 ACADEMIC TRAINING WORKSHOP
Tue 10/27 • 11AM - 12PM PDT RSVP
Join the Dashew Center on our next Academic Training Workshop for J-1 Students on Tuesday October 27, 2026 from 11am - 12pm. In this workshop we will cover academic training eligibility requirements, the application process, and deadlines. The workshop will take place over zoom. Attendees must register at the following link: Academic Training Workshop Registration
Cookbook of Cultures Submissions (International Education Week 2026)
Wed 10/28 RSVP
Do you have a favorite dish from home? Do you want to share it with your fellow Bruins? The Dashew Center is now accepting submissions for the second edition of our learning and cultural exchange opportunity, A Cookbook of Cultures, filled with recipes from Bruins from all around the world! Submissions will be collected through our online form and will be published in this year's digital Cookbook of Cultures, coinciding with International Education Week from November 16 - 20. There is a limit of 2 recipes per person, and full details can be found on the form.
FALL CPT WEBINARS (FOR F-1 VISA STUDENTS)
Wed 10/28 • 10AM - 11AM PDT
UCLA F-1 visa students, do you want to know more about off-campus employment authorization? Join us on one of our weekly CPT webinars hosted by the Dashew Center staff to learn more! Time: 10 - 11am (Pacific Time) Note: To access the webinar, students need to select “SSO” and type in “ucla” to be able to access the UCLA logon screen and sign in to the webinar.
FALL ENGLISH LANGUAGE CIRCLE: OCTOBER 28 (ZOOM)
Wed 10/28 • 12PM - 1PM PDT
Are you looking for a safe and supportive space to practice your English conversation skills? Check out Dashew Center's English Language Circle (ELC)! Here you will have an opportunity to practice your English with other language learners. The circle is led by a native English speaker, who will help you become more confident in your speaking skills and who can answer your language and grammar questions. While this week's ELC session will take place on Zoom, please note that our program for Fall 2026 will operate on an alternating hybrid schedule. ELC will meet virtually during odd weeks (weeks 3, 5, 7, and 9) and in-person during even weeks (weeks 2, 4, 6, and 10.) Please be sure to check the full description before registering. Space is limited to 20 participants per session, and participants are welcome to bring and enjoy their lunch during these meetings.
OVERVIEW OF KEY WORK VISAS AND GAINING PERMANENT RESIDENCE IN THE U.S.
Thu 10/29 • 2PM - 3PM PDT RSVP
Dear UCLA International Scholars, you are invited to join the a workshop hosted by WR Immigration. This workshop will cover employment-based visa (e.g. H1-B, O-1, E-2) and permanent residency options in the U.S. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED via Zoom When: October 29th, 2026 from 2pm – 3pm (PT) Pre-Submit Questions: https://sa.ucla.edu/forms/p/workvisas (Deadline to submit questions is 10/26/2026)
FALL ENGLISH LANGUAGE CIRCLE: NOVEMBER 4 (IN-PERSON)
Wed 11/4 • 12PM - 1PM PST
Are you looking for a safe and supportive space to practice your English conversation skills? Check out Dashew Center's English Language Circle (ELC)! Here you will have an opportunity to practice your English with other language learners. The circle is led by a native English speaker, who will help you become more confident in your speaking skills and who can answer your language and grammar questions. While this week's ELC session will take place in person, please note that our program for Fall 2026 will operate on an alternating hybrid schedule. ELC meet virtually during odd weeks (weeks 3, 5, 7, and 9) and in-person during even weeks (weeks 2, 4, 6, and 10.) Please be sure to check the full description before registering. Space is limited to 20 participants per session, and participants are welcome to bring and enjoy their lunch during these meetings.
FALL INTERNATIONAL SCHOLAR LUNCH HOUR
Wed 11/4 • 12PM - 1:30PM PST
Tom Bradley International Hall (Bradley Hall), Room 300
The Dashew Center invites you to join our quarterly International Scholar Lunch Hour this Fall! Meet other members of the UCLA International Scholar community to socialize, connect, and expand your network. The event will be held on Wednesday, November 4th from 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM PT @ Bradley 300. Registration is recommended to assist us with estimating attendance.
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FALL OPT WEBINARS (FOR F-1 VISA STUDENTS)
Wed 11/4 • 2PM - 3PM PST
UCLA F-1 visa students, do you want to know more about off-campus employment authorization? Join us on one of our weekly OPT webinars hosted by the Dashew Center staff to learn more! Time: 2 - 3pm (Pacific Time)
FALL OPT WEBINARS (FOR F-1 VISA STUDENTS)
Wed 11/18 • 2PM - 3PM PST
UCLA F-1 visa students, do you want to know more about off-campus employment authorization? Join us on one of our weekly OPT webinars hosted by the Dashew Center staff to learn more! Time: 2 - 3pm (Pacific Time)
2027 GLOBAL SIBLINGS APPLICATION DEADLINE
Tue 11/24 • 11PM - Mon 11/30 • 11PM PST RSVP
Applications for the 2027 Global Siblings program open on Wednesday, September 16th! Undergraduate students, graduate students, and scholars are eligible to apply to the program. We highly encourage first year students and new transfer students to apply, and UCLA Extension and EAP students are also eligible! No prior experience in the program, at UCLA, or in Los Angeles is required to participate in the program as a Sibling. Applications are due Monday, November 30th by 11:59 PM PT. You can access the application here beginning September 16th. Please be sure to learn more about the Global Siblings program before applying!
FALL CPT WEBINARS (FOR F-1 VISA STUDENTS)
Wed 11/25 • 10AM - 11AM PST
UCLA F-1 visa students, do you want to know more about off-campus employment authorization? Join us on one of our weekly CPT webinars hosted by the Dashew Center staff to learn more! Time: 10 - 11am (Pacific Time) Note: To access the webinar, students need to select “SSO” and type in “ucla” to be able to access the UCLA logon screen and sign in to the webinar.
FALL OPT WEBINARS (FOR F-1 VISA STUDENTS)
Wed 12/2 • 2PM - 3PM PST
UCLA F-1 visa students, do you want to know more about off-campus employment authorization? Join us on one of our weekly OPT webinars hosted by the Dashew Center staff to learn more! Time: 2 - 3pm (Pacific Time)
FALL CPT WEBINARS (FOR F-1 VISA STUDENTS)
Wed 12/9 • 10AM - 11AM PST
UCLA F-1 visa students, do you want to know more about off-campus employment authorization? Join us on one of our weekly CPT webinars hosted by the Dashew Center staff to learn more! Time: 10 - 11am (Pacific Time) Note: To access the webinar, students need to select “SSO” and type in “ucla” to be able to access the UCLA logon screen and sign in to the webinar.
FALL OPT WEBINARS (FOR F-1 VISA STUDENTS)
Wed 12/16 • 2PM - 3PM PST
UCLA F-1 visa students, do you want to know more about off-campus employment authorization? Join us on one of our weekly OPT webinars hosted by the Dashew Center staff to learn more! Time: 2 - 3pm (Pacific Time)