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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 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 quarter, 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 or www. greenriver.edu/international. 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 rush them to the hospital. Those with minor injuries or minor health problems should not go to the emergency room and should call their local doctor or visit an urgent care center instead. Come to the International Programs office or visit www.lewermark.com for the most recent information about local medical providers. HOUSING International students requesting housing have three options: Homestay, Campus Corner Apartments and the new off-campus hpusing option: Devine Court. or homestay. Campus Corner Apartments have four private bedrooms in each unit and are fully furnished. The cost is based on the type of lease selected. Homestays offer private bedrooms and experience living 159 159