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 » Set realistic goals (don’t try to do too much)
» Have patience with yourself
» Find out as much as you can about your new culture
on-campus positions funded through the federal “work study” program. International Students should ensure eligibility before accepting any kind of employment to
be sure it is allowed by F-1 regulations. International students seeking on or off campus employment should contact their International Student Advisor for
more information.
GRADES
Instructors award grades on a point system ranging from 4.0, superior, to 0.0, fail. A student’s grade point average is calculated each quarter. A cumulative GPA is also calculated, which is a combined total of
a student’s grades. At the beginning of each term, students receive a syllabus from each class instructor that provides details about class requirements and grading. The syllabus is very important, so students should keep it safe. For completed classes, students may access their grades online by logging into their ctcLink account and reviewing their unofficial transcript.
HEALTHCARE AND INSURANCE
Green River requires all international students to enroll in a health insurance plan. Students may enroll in the Lewer Insurance Plan through Green River College or they must provide proof of insurance purchased through another company that meets minimum coverage requirements. Students who do not provide proof of
their own insurance will be charged for
the Lewer insurance plan. Students who have questions about health insurance or who are looking to find out the minimum coverage requirements should visit the International Programs office. Students who have health problems that are life threatening should go to the emergency room at the nearest hospital or call 911, so an ambulance can take them to the nearest hospital. Those with minor injuries or minor
» Try to have a sense of humor
» Practice English daily
» Learn to manage your time
» Eat healthy food, get enough sleep, exercise, and try to relax
» Volunteer; join activities and clubs
EMAIL AND INTERNET
Students may access the Internet and their email accounts on campus at the library and at computer stations in the International Programs and Student Life offices, as well
as in the Technology Center. Some useful websites are:
» Directions to anywhere in the United States - Google Maps on https://www. google.com/maps
» Green River information — Green River College on https://www.greenriver.edu/
» Local events — Seattle Magazine on https://seattlemag.com/
» Bus information —Sound Transit on https:// www.soundtransit.org/
EMPLOYMENT
Students studying on F-1 visas are only allowed to work on-campus at Green
River College if they meet the eligibility requirements. F-1 Students are not allowed to work off-campus unless they have been authorized to do so. The U.S. government takes working illegally very seriously and could cause a student to lose their status
as an F-1 student visa holder. There are a limited number of on-campus jobs available for international students holding F-1 visas. International students are not eligible for
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