U.S. Government Shutdown
When the U.S. government has shut down temporarily in the past, the impact on the services provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has been minimal. This is because the USCIS charges fees directly for their services.
ISSS expects that the USCIS will continue to process immigration applications (including those for Optional Practical Training work permits) as normal. Applications to sponsor employees for future H-1B visa status or to extend their current H-1B status will likely be impacted by any government shutdown as that process involves the U.S. Department of Labor which is not a fee-based agency.Â
Campus Resources
ISSS wants you to know you can always talk to us or use the other resources on campus. Here are some resources:
- Don’t Ignore It: Report a concern about discrimination and harassment, sexual assault, stalking, abusive conduct, classroom disruptions, and ethics concerns or refer someone you are concerned about.
- Students: Use our friendly campus counseling services to talk through feelings of anxiety, loneliness, stress, or just to have someone supportive to talk to.
- Faculty and Staff: Reach out to the Faculty & Staff Assistance Program to set up a time to chat with a trained counselor.