Maintaining your visa status U.S. Immigration Regulations Millikin University is very fortunate to have students from around the world who made significant contributions to our diverse community. As an international student, you are required to comply with U.S. immigration regulations. If you do not comply with these regulations, there could be severe consequences, including deportation and being barred from returning to the United States for an extended period of time. We want you to be able to successfully complete your studies. It is extremely important that you read and fully understand the information in this handbook. MAINTAINING YOUR IMMIGRATION STATUS IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY. You agree to this responsibility when you sign your I-20 or DS-2019 Form and enter the United States. Immigration laws are complex and change often due to global circumstances. The information in this handbook is therefore subject to change. Please help us assist you in navigating these complex immigration regulations by: USING YOUR MILLIKIN UNIVERSITY EMAIL ADDRESS! Information about changing immigration regulations and other circumstances that affect you as an international student in the U.S. will be sent to your MU email. Ask the Coordinator of International Student Services when you have a questions about what you can and can’t do as a non-immigrant F or J student in the U.S. Do not rely on advice from a friend or an academic advisor at MU. They are not qualified to give you an appropriate answer. Notify the CIE immediately of any change in your contact information. AT THE CIE, WE WELCOME ANY AND ALL OF YOUR QUESTIONS AND WANT YOU TO FEEL FREE TO CONSULT WITH US CONFIDENTIALLY AT ANY TIME.
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