Weekly "Table Talk" Programs

Thursdays from 3 - 4:30 p.m. in the Graduate School Conference Room.

September 3: Budgeting- How to manage your money wisely. Share money saving tips with your fellow students.

September 10: Fifty fun things to do on Long Island— Long island has a rich history and many interesting resources. In this session we will share activities and things to do off the beaten track.

September 17: I'm here for 3 weeks, now what? — Culture fatigue, how to understand things that “just don't make sense”. This will be an interactive session.

September 24: Study Skills — Are you a successful student? This presentation will give you pointers how to study effectively.

October 1: Student Presentation: Getting involved with international student clubs and organizations. Join one or start your own.

October 8: How to find an immigration lawyer— If you have immigration questions your adviser can't handle this session will teach you how to find the help you need.

October 15: Travel within the United States — Documents you need to carry and utilizing the Internet to find low cost travel options travel within the United States and North America.

October 22: Internship and Career/Job topics — Career advice for international students/scholars, resume-building. Come with questions!

October 29: Driving in the U.S. — Information about the Department of Motor Vehicles, preparing for the written test, getting your driving permit and practicing for the road test.

November 5: Going Home — Preparing for your return to your home country, what to expect, ideas for adjusting and overcoming “reverse culture shock.”

November 12: SBU International Fulbrighters meet U.S. Fulbrighters — Current and former Fulbrighters meet and network. This session is for all Fulbright students and scholars and Fulbright alumni.

November 16 – 20: International Education Week! Please monitor our website for program updates!

December 3: Planet B-Boy movie & Discussion — This film follows five international teams competing in break-dancing competition (95 minutes).

December 10: Holidays across cultures — Celebrations around the world for this time of year. Attend the Annual Festival of Lights on December 9 at 6:00 p.m. in the Student Activities Center Auditorium. Then let's discuss your experience.