Events/Webinars
The IESC offers various events and webinars for international students every semester. The events include Concurrent Enrollment and Travel Signature events. In addition, webinars hosted will assist you with any questions you may have regarding CPT, OPT, or immigration guidance. Please check out our upcoming events and webinars down below.
International Education Week Fall semester only!
Coffee Hour Events
Location: Always (unless otherwise listed) at the International and Exchange Student Center IN PERSON
Day/Time: Weekly on Fridays from 2pm to 4pm
Events are subject to change.
Date and Theme!
- August 28th Welcome Back PIZZA PARTY
- September 4th Resource Fair
- September 18th International Day of Peace
- September 25th Meet the Clubs
- October 2nd International Music Day
- October 9th Stress Management
- October 16th Ropes Course (*location change)
- October 23rd National Croc Day
- October 30th Halloween
- November 6th Diwali
- November 13th National Dream Destination Day
- December 4th Happy Holidays
Study Abroad Fair
- November 18th
| Beyond Graduation Webinar - Fall 2026 | |
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| Description | Dates |
| Are you graduating this Spring 2027? The International Student Advisors (ISAs) at the IESC can help you plan ahead and prepare for what occurs Beyond Graduation. In this session, you will learn about your immigration options after you complete your studies at CSUN, learn about ways to stay connected with CSUN Alumni professionals in the U.S. and around the world, and much more. Approximately: 1.5 hours | Thursday, October 1, 2026 at 2:00 PM |
| Curricular Practical Training (CPT) Webinars | |
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| Description | Dates |
| The CPT is an authorization to engage in required paid internship, cooperative education, or practicum related to your F-1 student's field of study. The CPT webinar is designed to give you an overview of the CPT application process and to answer any questions regarding CPT. Approximately: 1 hour via Zoom | Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 11:00 AM Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 3:00 PM |
| Employment Authorization Options for International Students: What You Need to Know Webinars | |
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| Description | Dates |
| The webinar will provide you an overview of the different employment and practical training options available for international students and answer any questions regarding employment options. Approximately: 1 hour via Zoom | Wednesday, September 2, 2026 at 11:00 AM Thursday, September 3, 2026 at 2:00 PM
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| Resume Strategies Workshop with the CSUN Career Center | |
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| Description | Dates |
| The IESC partners with the CSUN Career Center to introduce students with strategies and tips on how to prepare a resume. Approximately: 1 hour via Zoom | TBD |
| Travel and Visa Advisory | |
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| Description | Dates |
| The webinar will provide students with updates on travel restrictions and F-1 visa advisory. Approximately: 1 hour via Zoom | Monday, November 2, 2026 at 10:30 AM |
| Q&A Post-Completion Optional Practical Training (POST-OPT) Webinars | |
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| Description | Dates |
| In your last semester of your academic program, F-1 students may apply for POST-OPT. It provides an opportunity for you to apply theoretical knowledge gained from your academic program to a practical employment experience after graduation. The webinar is designed to give students an overview of the POST-OPT application process and to answer any questions regarding POST-OPT. Approximately: 1 hour via Zoom |
Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at 10:00 AM Monday, September 21, 2026 at 10:00 AM Friday, September 25, 2026 at 10:30 AM Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at 1:30 PM Monday, October 5, 2025 at 10:00 AM Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at 11:00 AM Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at 2:00 PM Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at 2:30 PM Friday, November 20, 2026 at 10:30 AM |
| Extension of Stay (EOS) Webinars | |
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| Description | Dates |
| If you are unable to complete your program of study by the expiration date noted in section #5 on your I-20 form, you must submit an Extension of Stay to the IESC at least 60 days prior to that expiration date. J-1 students must check section #3 on the DS2019 for the expiration date. This webinar is designed to answer any questions related to Extension of Stay requests. |
| F-1 Post-Arrival Webinars | |
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| Description | Dates |
| For new students only. The goal is to recap the different resources and departments located on our campus and help you prepare for all future semesters at CSUN. We hope to provide you valuable information to stay connected to the campus. |
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| Immigration Guidance Webinar | |
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| Description | Dates |
| We understand that during these unprecedented times, you may have additional questions about your F1 visa, I-20, travel and more. Please attend one of our immigration advisement webinars and meet with an International Student Advisor. While not all the questions have answers at this time, advisors will do their best to address your concerns with the information available. The webinars will be hosted via ZOOM. Approximately 1 hour via Zoom. |
Thursday, August 6, 2026, 10:00 AM Tuesday, August 11, 2026, 3:00 PM Friday, August 21, 2026, 2:00 PM Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 1:30 PM Thursday, September 10, 2026 at 2:30 PM |